Global

Overview System73, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Santa Cruz, United States, with a registered entity in Malta, provides a MultiCDN platform focused on optimizing video streaming. Its Edge Intelligence solution uses AI to monitor and route traffic across multiple CDNs, improving Quality of Experience (QoE) and reducing costs. The platform serves content providers, particularly in live and VoD streaming, with a focus on scalability and cost efficiency. System73 has delivered high-profile events like the UEFA Champions League Final, achieving significant cost savings. Customers include OTT providers and broadcasters seeking reliable, high-quality streaming in regions with limited infrastructure. ...

Overview CDNVideo is a content delivery network provider founded in 2008, specializing in video streaming and content delivery services. Headquartered in Moscow, Russia, it serves a wide range of clients, including media companies, e-commerce platforms, and gaming businesses. The company operates a global network with a strong presence in Russia, EMEA, APAC, and China. CDNVideo focuses on delivering video-on-demand (VOD) and live streaming solutions, catering to businesses needing reliable content distribution. Its customers include broadcasters, OTT platforms, and enterprises requiring low-latency video delivery. ...

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 Rackspace Technology, founded in 1998, offers a content delivery network (CDN) designed to accelerate content delivery by caching assets closer to users. The service integrates with Rackspace’s broader cloud offerings, including Cloud Files, and supports businesses needing reliable content distribution. It is primarily used by enterprises leveraging Rackspace’s managed cloud services, particularly those with complex infrastructure needs. The CDN is built to reduce server load and improve user experience through global content distribution. ...

Overview Quantil is a global content delivery network (CDN) provider founded in 2012, headquartered in Santa Clara, California. It offers services for content acceleration, video-on-demand (VOD), live streaming, and edge computing, targeting industries like gaming, social media, and video streaming. Its CDN Pro platform is designed for flexibility in delivering digital assets with a focus on performance and security. Quantil serves enterprises needing robust delivery in Asia, particularly China, due to its compliance with local regulations. Customers include gaming platforms, video websites, and app stores seeking efficient large-file downloads and streaming. ...

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 OnApp CDN is a federated content delivery network designed for hosting providers, utilizing spare capacity in OnApp Clouds to deliver content globally. It supports HTTP push, pull, and streaming/live streaming, catering to hosting providers and enterprises managing web content delivery. The platform integrates with OnApp Cloud, enabling users to leverage a network of edge servers for improved performance. It is primarily used by service providers and enterprises needing scalable CDN solutions. The service is operational as of August 16, 2025, with recent updates enhancing its reporting capabilities. ...

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. ...

Overview Limelight Networks, later rebranded as Edgio , was a content delivery network (CDN) provider founded in 2001, specializing in digital media and software delivery. It offered services for video streaming, web acceleration, and content delivery with a global network. The company ceased operations on January 15, 2025, following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in September 2024, driven by mismanagement, failed acquisitions, and operational challenges. Sunset timeline 2001: Limelight Networks founded in Tempe, Arizona, focusing on CDN services for media and software delivery. June 2022: Acquired Edgecast from Yahoo for $300 million and rebranded as Edgio . September 2024: Filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to financial difficulties and operational stagnation. November 2024: Assets sold, including customer contracts to Akamai , patents to InterDigital, and Uplynk to Lynrock Lake LP. January 15, 2025: Edgio officially shut down operations, marking the end of Limelight’s CDN services. Migration guidance Customers using Limelight/Edgio services should migrate immediately due to the service shutdown on January 15, 2025. Recommended alternatives include Akamai , which acquired Edgio’s customer contracts and offers robust global CDN and security services, or Cloudflare for developer-friendly CDN solutions with strong security features. For video-centric needs, Fastly provides low-latency streaming capabilities. Check provider documentation for migration tools and compatibility with existing workflows. ...