Overview
Synedge provided a Multi-CDN platform focused on transparent, intelligent content delivery for video, gaming, and large file downloads. Founded in 2015 in Luxembourg, it offered solutions like Synedge Navigator for load balancing and CDN switching, and Synedge Private CDN for high-demand content. The company was acquired by Ocom in April 2018 and is no longer operational as an independent entity. Its services targeted content owners needing optimized delivery across multiple CDNs.
Sunset timeline
- 2015: Synedge founded in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg, focusing on Multi-CDN solutions.
- February 2015: Accepted into the Technoport Accelerator, marking early growth.
- October 2016: Announced partnership with G-Core to enhance global content delivery.
- April 25, 2018: Acquired by Ocom, a European internet service provider, ending independent operations.
- Post-2018: No public updates on Synedge’s services; considered defunct as a standalone provider.
Migration guidance
Customers previously using Synedge’s Multi-CDN or Private CDN services should migrate to active providers. Recommended alternatives include Akamai for robust Multi-CDN and enterprise-grade features, Cloudflare for developer-friendly APIs and global reach, or G-Core for video and gaming-focused delivery. Verify current provider compatibility with your content types (e.g., video, large files). No official EOL notice or archived Synedge documentation is publicly available.
History & Notes
Synedge raised $759K in funding, including a $50K corporate round, and was backed by investors like Post Capital Partners and Technoport. Its platform emphasized real-time performance metrics for CDN switching, serving clients in media, gaming, and OTT sectors. After the 2018 acquisition by Ocom, no further public activity or service updates have been reported, suggesting full integration or discontinuation.