Edgio, Inc. (NASDAQ: EGIO) is a globally-scaled software solutions provider that offers secure, integrated delivery, applications, and streaming experiences at the edge. The company evolved from Limelight Networks, a content delivery service provider founded in 2001.
Founded: 2001 (as Limelight Networks) in Tempe, Arizona
Rebranded: June 2022 (as Edgio, following the acquisition of Edgecast)
Initial Public Offering: June 2007, raising $240 million by selling 16 million shares at $15 each
Edgio has grown from a content delivery network (CDN) provider to a comprehensive edge computing and application delivery platform. The company now delivers approximately 20% of the world's internet traffic.
July 2006: Closed a $130 million equity financing round led by Goldman Sachs Capital Partners
Current Market Cap: US$36.128m (as of the latest available data)
Edgio offers a suite of edge-enabled applications and services:
Content Delivery Network (CDN): High-performance content delivery globally
Edge Computing: Serverless edge functions and compute capabilities
Web Application and API Protection (WAAP): Security suite including WAF, DDoS protection, and bot management
Video Streaming: Live and on-demand video delivery solutions
Website Acceleration: Performance optimization for web applications
September 2021: Acquired Moov Corporation (Layer0), adding website orchestration and workflow products
Edgio recently introduced Enterprise Protect and Perform Applications Bundles, combining web performance capabilities with a full-spectrum security suite and SOC support services.
Edgio serves over 20,000 leading digital companies, including:
Amazon
Sony
Kate Spade
Microsoft
Sun TV
Verizon
Disney
TikTok
The company has also highlighted case studies from clients such as Mars Wrigley and Shoe Carnival, demonstrating its impact on e-commerce and enterprise applications.
