Company snapshot
| Category | Tata Communications | Verizon Media (VMDS) |
|---|---|---|
| Status | active | defunct |
| Founded | — | — |
| Headquarters | — | — |
| Website | — | — |
| Docs | — | — |
Overview
Tata Communications is a global digital ecosystem enabler, part of the Tata Group, providing content delivery network (CDN) services, cloud hosting, and security solutions. Its CDN supports enterprises with media delivery, web acceleration, and secure connectivity across more than 190 countries. The company serves 300 of the Fortune 500, focusing on industries like finance, media, and technology. Its digital portfolio, including the Vayu Cloud and Edge platforms, emphasizes secure and scalable solutions. The company is recognized for its global WAN services and media consultation capabilities.
Verizon Media (VMDS), originally Verizon Digital Media Services and formerly known as Edgecast, was a content delivery network (CDN) provider specializing in media and content delivery. Launched as a Verizon division, it served media companies and enterprises with scalable content distribution. In 2021, Verizon sold its media division, including VMDS, to Apollo Global Management, which rebranded it as Edgecast under Yahoo. In June 2022, Limelight Networks acquired Edgecast, forming Edgio. Edgio filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September 2024, shutting down its CDN services on January 15, 2025. Select Edgecast assets were sold to Parler in February 2025 for $7.5 million.
Network & Architecture
Tata Communications operates Facil operates a global network with over 200 points of presence (PoPs) across 60+ countries, including strong coverage in Asia-Pacific, India, and emerging markets. Its infrastructure leverages a Tier-1 IP backbone for efficient routing and low-latency delivery. The network includes robust peering with major cloud providers, connecting to 80% of global cloud giants. Regional strengths include deep penetration in India and APAC, with some presence in EMEA and North America. Specific PoP counts and detailed topology are not fully public, but the network supports high-capacity media streaming and enterprise workloads.
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Feature comparison
| Feature | Tata Communications | Verizon Media (VMDS) |
|---|---|---|
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 are not publicly disclosed, as Tata Communications focuses on enterprise-only contracts with customized pricing based on committed usage. No pay-as-you-go (PAYG) or free-tier options are advertised. Specific per-GB rates are unavailable, and potential customers must contact sales for quotes. No public pricing page is available.
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Integrations & DevEx
Tata Communications provides APIs for service management and real-time log access, supporting programmatic control. Terraform or other infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools are not explicitly documented. SDKs are available for specific services like Vayu Cloud, but details on CI/CD integration or migration tools are limited. The focus is on enterprise-grade integrations rather than developer-centric workflows.
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When it fits
- Large enterprises need a global CDN with strong APAC and India presence for media and web delivery.
- Organizations require integrated cloud, security, and media solutions with enterprise-grade support.
- Businesses prioritize connectivity to major cloud providers like Amazon CloudFront or Microsoft Azure.
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When it doesn’t
- Small businesses or startups seeking affordable PAYG or free-tier CDN options.
- Developers needing extensive edge compute features like serverless functions or key-value storage.
- Customers requiring transparent, publicly available pricing without sales negotiations.
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History & Notes
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Verizon Media (VMDS) grew from Verizon’s 2013 acquisition of Edgecast, aiming to compete in media and ad tech. Despite $370 million in platform investment, it struggled against larger competitors. The 2021 sale to Apollo shifted its CDN to Edgecast, which merged with Limelight to form Edgio in 2022. Edgio’s bankruptcy in September 2024, due to accounting issues and debt, led to its CDN shutdown. Parler’s February 2025 acquisition of Edgecast assets supports its own platforms (Parler Social, PlayTV), with 120 former Edgio employees joining and a one-year IP license. The viability of Parler as a general CDN provider remains unclear.