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Akamai | Latest News & Updates - Dec 20, 2024 Release

Akamai acquired Noname API Security earlier this year...

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Akamai

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Akamai is a leading provider of cloud computing, security, and content delivery solutions. With over 20 years of experience, the company focuses on enhancing online experiences for billions of users globally by powering and protecting digital interactions. Akamai's platform is designed to keep applications running smoothly while safeguarding against online threats, making it a trusted partner for innovative companies worldwide.

Akamai - Latest News and Updates

  • Akamai acquired Noname API Security earlier this year.
  • Analyst Amit Daryanani of Evercore ISI maintained a Buy rating on Akamai with a $110 price target, citing the strategic acquisition of Edgio assets expected to boost revenue by $80-$100 million in CY25.
  • On December 13, 2024, Akamai completed the acquisition of select assets from Edgio, including customer contracts and patent rights, following Edgio's bankruptcy auction.
  • Nissen Group improved their ecommerce site's performance and efficiency by using Akamai's edge computing to manage 30,000 products.
  • Jason T. has joined Akamai as a Principal in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area, previously serving as Managing Principal, AWS Professional Services at Amazon Web Services (AWS).
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  • At KubeCon North America 2024, Akamai's CTO of cloud computing, Jay Jenkins, and VP of Cloud Product, Ari Weil, shared insights on the company's vision for scalable cloud innovation and the future of Kubernetes.
  • On November 18, 2024, Akamai's Security Intelligence Response Team detected a vulnerability in DigiEver DS-2105 Pro DVRs being exploited to spread a modified Mirai variant with improved encryption.
  • Akamai helps Aflac improve digital operations by enhancing visibility and vulnerability remediation against API attacks.
  • Akamai released a new white paper with FS-ISAC offering guidance on combating ransomware.
  • Akamai SIRT published a report on the 'Hail Cock Botnet,' a Mirai variant exploiting IoT devices like DigiEver DVRs, with activity noted since November 18, 2024.

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