Company snapshot
| Category | Deutsche Telekom | Internap |
|---|---|---|
| Status | active | defunct |
| Founded | — | — |
| Headquarters | — | — |
| Website | — | — |
| Docs | — | — |
Overview
Deutsche Telekom, a major telecommunications provider based in Bonn, Germany, offers CDN services as part of its broader network infrastructure. The company leverages its extensive European network to provide content delivery, primarily targeting businesses in the EMEA region. Its CDN services focus on reliable delivery for web content and applications, with a strong emphasis on security features like DDoS protection and WAF. Deutsche Telekom serves enterprises, media companies, and public sector clients, particularly those requiring robust connectivity within Europe. The service is integrated with its telecom offerings, making it a natural choice for customers already within its ecosystem.
Internap Holding LLC, formerly Internap Corporation (INAP), was a provider of data center, cloud, and content delivery network (CDN) services, founded in 1996 and headquartered in Norcross, Georgia. Its CDN, once a key offering, leveraged the VitalStream platform and Managed Internet Route Optimizer (MIRO) for optimized content delivery. The company served enterprises, including IPTV providers like NetMax Media, with a focus on performance through its Private Network Access Points (P-NAP). In 2023, Internap rebranded to HorizonIQ, shifting focus to bare metal cloud and colocation services. Its CDN operations have been discontinued, and the company now operates as a cloud-focused business.
Network & Architecture
Deutsche Telekom operates a network with points of presence (PoPs) primarily concentrated in Europe, with limited public details on the exact number or global reach. Its infrastructure benefits from deep peering relationships and high-capacity backbone networks, ensuring low-latency delivery in the EMEA region. The CDN is optimized for European markets but may lack the global footprint of providers like Cloudflare or Akamai. It leverages its telecom-grade infrastructure for reliability but is less focused on regions like APAC or LATAM.
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Feature comparison
| Feature | Deutsche Telekom | Internap |
|---|---|---|
waf | ✓ | ✗ |
bot_mitigation | ✗ | ✗ |
ddos | ✓ | ✗ |
rate_limit | ✗ | ✗ |
http3_quic | ✓ | ✗ |
tls13 | ✓ | ✗ |
tiered_cache | ✗ | ✗ |
origin_shield | ✗ | ✗ |
instant_purge | ✗ | ✓ |
stale_while_revalidate | ✗ | ✗ |
stale_if_error | ✗ | ✗ |
image_optimization | ✗ | ✗ |
video_vod | ✗ | ✗ |
video_live | ✗ | ✗ |
drm | ✗ | ✗ |
hls_dash_packaging | ✗ | ✗ |
websockets | ✗ | ✗ |
signed_urls | ✗ | ✗ |
edge_compute | ✗ | ✗ |
functions | ✗ | ✗ |
kv_storage | ✗ | ✗ |
api_first | ✓ | ✓ |
realtime_logs | ✓ | ✓ |
log_push | ✗ | ✗ |
terraform | ✗ | ✗ |
Legend: ✓ = Supported, ✗ = Not supported, — = Not listed
Pricing
Pricing details for Deutsche Telekom’s CDN are not publicly disclosed and typically require enterprise-level contracts. The model appears to be commitment-based, tailored to large organizations rather than offering pay-as-you-go or free-tier options. For specific pricing, contact their sales team via the official website.
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Integrations & DevEx
The CDN supports API-first integrations, allowing programmatic control and monitoring. Realtime logs are available for performance tracking. However, there is no public support for Terraform, SDKs, or advanced CI/CD integrations. Migration tools or import capabilities are not well-documented, suggesting a focus on enterprise customers with custom onboarding.
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When it fits
- Enterprises already using Deutsche Telekom’s telecom services, seeking integrated CDN solutions.
- Businesses focused on the EMEA region needing reliable, low-latency content delivery.
- Organizations prioritizing telecom-grade security with WAF and DDoS protection.
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When it doesn’t
- Companies requiring extensive global PoP coverage, especially in APAC, LATAM, or Africa.
- Small businesses or startups looking for pay-as-you-go or free-tier CDN options.
- Users needing advanced features like image optimization, video streaming, or edge compute.
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History & Notes
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Internap’s CDN, built on VitalStream and MIRO, was a notable player in the 2000s, with expansions in London, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. Financial challenges, including a $99.7M goodwill writedown in 2008 and multiple bankruptcies, led to asset sales and a pivot away from CDN services. The 2022 ransomware attack on ServerIntellect further disrupted its hosting operations, prompting the final shift to HorizonIQ. No official EOL notice for the CDN is publicly available, but the rebranding and asset sales indicate a complete exit from the CDN market.