Overview
Streamroot was a provider of peer-to-peer video content delivery network (CDN) solutions, specializing in optimizing over-the-top (OTT) video streaming for broadcasters and content providers. Founded in 2013, the company developed Streamroot DNA™, a WebRTC-based technology that leveraged end-user devices to reduce bandwidth costs and improve streaming quality. It served clients like France Télévisions, Canal+, and Dailymotion, handling millions of daily video sessions globally. Streamroot was acquired by Lumen Technologies (formerly CenturyLink) in September 2019 and is no longer an independent entity, with its operations integrated or discontinued.
Sunset timeline
- 2013: Streamroot founded by Pierre-Louis Théron, Nikolay Rodionov, and Axel Delmas in Paris, France, with a focus on peer-to-peer video delivery.
- 2014–2017: Raised $6 million in funding rounds, including from Partech Ventures and Verizon Ventures, and participated in TechStars accelerator.
- September 6, 2019: Acquired by Lumen Technologies to enhance its CDN and edge computing capabilities.
- Post-2019: Streamroot’s independent operations ceased; no public evidence of continued standalone services under Lumen as of 2025.
- 2025: Listed as out of business in some reports, with no active website or services.
Migration guidance
Customers previously using Streamroot’s peer-to-peer CDN services should migrate to alternative providers, as Streamroot no longer operates independently. Recommended alternatives include Akamai for robust global CDN and video streaming capabilities, Cloudflare for developer-friendly video delivery with WebRTC support, or Fastly for low-latency streaming solutions. These providers offer similar video optimization features and global reach. No official EOL notice or archived pricing/docs are publicly available, so users should contact Lumen Technologies for any transition support or legacy account details.
History & Notes
Streamroot’s technology was notable for its hybrid approach, combining peer-to-peer delivery with traditional CDN infrastructure to reduce buffering and improve quality in bandwidth-constrained regions. Its acquisition by Lumen Technologies aimed to enhance video delivery in challenging markets like Eastern Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. Some sources suggest Streamroot’s technology may still be integrated into Lumen’s CDN offerings, but no clear evidence confirms active use. Conflicting reports exist about its revenue and status at the time of acquisition, with estimates of sub-$5M in annual revenue in 2019.