Akamai Forms Strategic Alliance with Cloudinary to Power Video Manager and Join Partner Program

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September 19, 2025
Akamai Technologies announced on June 11, 2025, a strategic partnership with Cloudinary, under which Cloudinary's next-generation AI-powered video solution will power Akamai Video Manager. This alliance aims to simplify video management and delivery for Akamai Video Manager customers by alleviating common video challenges, including performance optimization and time-intensive post-production work. The collaboration addresses the growing demand for exceptional video experiences across devices and channels. Cloudinary has also joined the Akamai Qualified Compute Partner Program as an Independent Software Vendor (ISV). This integration brings Cloudinary's decade-plus experience in managing and delivering high-performing video experiences at scale, deployed on Akamai Cloud. Cloudinary currently powers over 1 billion videos for thousands of customers across various industries. This strategic move allows Akamai to leverage Cloudinary's specialized expertise in AI-powered video solutions, while Akamai can focus its internal resources on high-growth areas like Cloud Infrastructure Services. Dan Lawrence, Senior Vice President, Cloud Computing, Akamai, stated that Video Manager customers can now elevate their video experiences via Cloudinary's power and scale video-rich experiences across Akamai Cloud. The content on BeyondSPX is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial or investment advice. We are not financial advisors. Consult with a qualified professional before making any investment decisions. Any actions you take based on information from this site are solely at your own risk.