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Overview 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. ...

Overview WebMobi Networks was a CDN provider specializing in digital media content delivery, particularly for video and audio streaming to web and mobile platforms. Based in Kochi, India, it served clients like NGOs, media organizations, and educational institutions with a focus on low-latency delivery. The company leveraged partnerships with multiple CDN providers to overcome traditional limitations like bandwidth and concurrent user restrictions. As of 2025, WebMobi Networks appears to be defunct, with no active website or recent operational updates. ...

Overview Viblast was a Bulgaria-based company founded in 2013 that specialized in peer-to-peer (P2P) video streaming solutions, offering Viblast PDN and Viblast Player for live and on-demand video delivery. It served broadcasters, content providers, and CDNs, leveraging WebRTC and HTML5 to enable plugin-free HLS and MPEG-DASH playback. The company aimed to reduce bandwidth costs and improve stream quality for high-concurrency live streams. As of 2023, Viblast is reported as out of business, with no active services or official website available. ...

Overview Teleport was a Solana-based decentralized ridesharing application that leveraged blockchain technology to provide a CDN-like infrastructure for transparent, intermediary-free data delivery. Launched publicly in 2024, it aimed to disrupt traditional ridesharing with smart contracts and crypto payments but ceased operations in 2025 due to insufficient market readiness. The service is now defunct, with no active operations or infrastructure support. Sunset timeline 2024: Teleport launched publicly as a decentralized ridesharing app on the Solana blockchain. January 30, 2025: Teleport announced its shutdown, citing market challenges and lack of adoption. February 28, 2025: Teleport ceased user support for withdrawing USD Coin (USDC) balances and accessing private keys. Migration guidance Users of Teleport’s blockchain-based CDN infrastructure should migrate immediately, as the service is no longer operational. For those seeking decentralized or blockchain-powered CDN alternatives, consider providers like Akamai or Cloudflare, which offer robust global CDN solutions with API-first approaches. No official EOL notice or archived documentation is available, so users should verify any remaining assets or data with Teleport’s last known communication channels. ...

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. ...

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. ...

Overview StackServices, previously known as StackPath, was a content delivery network (CDN) provider that offered edge computing and content delivery services, targeting businesses needing low-latency solutions. It operated a global network of points of presence (PoPs) and provided features like instant cache purging, real-time logs, and an API-first approach. The company served industries such as gaming, media, and e-commerce. StackServices ceased operations in November 2023, following a strategic shift to focus on cloud computing, leading to the shutdown of its CDN services. ...

Overview StackPath was a content delivery network (CDN) and edge computing provider founded in 2015, offering services like content delivery, web application firewall (WAF), DDoS protection, and edge compute solutions. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, it served enterprises and SMBs with a focus on static content delivery and security. The company ceased all operations and liquidated assets in June 2024, following the shutdown of its CDN services in November 2023. Customers included media, gaming, and web application providers before its closure. ...

Overview SkyparkCDN, founded in 2013, was a Russian content delivery network (CDN) operator focused on accelerating web resources and providing DDoS protection. It served thousands of websites, particularly in the mid-market, with a strong presence in Russia and the CIS region. The company was acquired by G-Core in 2017 and rebranded as G-Core Rus, ceasing operations as a standalone entity. Its services are no longer offered under the SkyparkCDN name. Sunset timeline 2013: SkyparkCDN founded in Moscow, Russia, focusing on CDN and DDoS protection services. 2015: Became one of Russia’s top three CDN operators, launching HTTP/2 support and expanding to Baku, Azerbaijan. 2016: Introduced free SSL client certificate support and deployed servers in Omsk and Alma-Ata. 2017: Acquired by G-Core on June 3, rebranded as G-Core Rus, ending SkyparkCDN’s independent operations. Post-2017: No longer active as SkyparkCDN; services integrated into G-Core’s offerings. Migration guidance Former SkyparkCDN customers should migrate to G-Core, the successor provider, for continued CDN and DDoS protection services. Alternatives include Cloudflare for global reach and robust security features, or Akamai for enterprise-grade performance. Customers needing regional focus in Russia/CIS may prefer G-Core due to its inherited infrastructure. Check G-Core’s official site for migration details or service continuity. ...

Overview Section IO was a cloud-native hosting provider specializing in edge computing and content delivery network (CDN) services, founded in 2012 in Australia and later headquartered in Boulder, Colorado. It offered a Kubernetes-based platform to optimize application delivery with a focus on developer-centric features like real-time logs and instant cache purging. The company was acquired by Webscale in October 2023 to launch CloudFlow, an AI-driven Kubernetes orchestration platform. As of 2025, Section IO no longer operates as an independent CDN provider, and its services have been integrated into Webscale’s offerings. ...

Overview Peer5 operated a peer-to-peer (P2P) content delivery network (CDN) specializing in live video streaming, leveraging WebRTC for in-browser, clientless enterprise CDN (eCDN) solutions. Founded in 2012, the company was acquired by Microsoft in August 2021 to enhance video streaming capabilities in Microsoft Teams. Peer5’s technology optimized bandwidth usage through self-balancing mesh networks, serving large-scale enterprise events with up to 2 million concurrent users. As of 2025, Peer5’s standalone services are defunct, with its technology integrated into Microsoft’s eCDN for Teams. ...

Overview Mirror Image was a CDN provider founded in 1997, offering dynamic content acceleration, real-time analytics, and instant cache purging for global content delivery. It served businesses needing fast, reliable content distribution but ceased operations in 2024, making it defunct. Sunset timeline 1997: Mirror Image founded in Tewksbury, MA, USA, focusing on internet content delivery solutions. 2010s: Expanded services to include dynamic content acceleration and real-time analytics for global clients. 2024: Mirror Image ceased operations, with no public announcement detailing the closure or asset sales. Migration guidance Users of Mirror Image’s CDN services should migrate to active providers to ensure continued content delivery. Recommended alternatives include Cloudflare for its global reach and robust features, Akamai for enterprise-grade CDN capabilities, or Fastly for developer-centric tools and real-time analytics. Evaluate providers based on your needs for global POP coverage, API support, and pricing models like PAYG or free tiers. ...