Akamai global infrastructure and services

Akamai runs one of the world’s most distributed cloud platforms and edge networks so you can build, secure, and deliver modern applications and AI experiences within milliseconds of your users. The platform spans thousands of locations across hundreds of cities and countries, combining full‑stack cloud computing, market‑leading security, and a global CDN

See region availability or run a speed test to gauge proximity and performance.

The cloud continuum: core, distributed, edge

• Core sites: Full‑stack cloud regions for scale with compute, storage, networking, Kubernetes, databases, and GPUs.
• Distributed sites: Lightweight compute in hard‑to‑reach locations to extend coverage and reduce latency.
• Edge sites: The world’s largest edge platform and CDN to deliver and execute logic as close as possible to users and devices.

What Akamai offers

Akamai brings together cloud computing, security, and content delivery on a single, globally distributed platform.

Cloud computing services

• Akamai Inference Cloud for low‑latency, globally scalable AI inference closer to users. Explore AI inference.
• Compute: Shared and Dedicated CPU, High Memory, and GPU instances. See compute options and GPU instances.
• Kubernetes: LKE managed Kubernetes for containerized workloads. Learn about Kubernetes.
• Serverless: Akamai Functions and EdgeWorkers for highly distributed functions. See Akamai Functions and EdgeWorkers.
• Storage: Object and Block Storage with integrated Backups. Object Storage, Block Storage, Backups.
• Networking: Cloud Firewall, DNS Manager, NodeBalancers L4/L7 load balancing, and Private Networking. Explore networking, DNS Manager, NodeBalancers, Private Networking.
• Databases: Managed MySQL and PostgreSQL clusters. See Managed Databases.
• Cost control: Transparent pricing with low egress fees. View pricing and the cloud cost calculator.

Security services

• App and API protection: WAAP with App & API Protector and API Security. App & API Protector, API Security.
• DDoS and infrastructure defense: Prolexic and Edge DNS. Prolexic DDoS protection, Edge DNS.
• Zero Trust access and secure browsing: Secure Internet Access, Enterprise Application Access, and Akamai MFA. Zero Trust services, SIA, EAA, Akamai MFA.
• Bot and abuse protection plus client‑side security: Bot Manager, Account Protector, Brand Guardian, and client‑side protection. See bot and abuse protection and client‑side protection.
• Microsegmentation: Guardicore Segmentation. Explore microsegmentation.
• SASE integration: Works with Aruba EdgeConnect SD‑WAN to quickly deploy SASE for branches. Read the solution brief.

Content delivery and edge applications

• CDN and acceleration for apps, APIs, and media. Explore CDN and delivery.
• Edge applications and logic with EdgeWorkers and EdgeKV to personalize and optimize at the edge. See EdgeWorkers.

What organizations use Akamai for

• Low‑latency AI inference and agentic AI that run closer to users for faster responses.
• Real‑time digital experiences, SaaS, and API‑first applications that benefit from reduced latency and global scale.
• Media streaming and downloads with consistent quality worldwide.
• Enterprise security at scale, including DDoS mitigation, WAAP, bot defense, and Zero Trust access.
• Running cloud native apps across regions and edges without lock‑in, integrated with existing clouds.

AI and GPUs at the edge

Akamai Inference Cloud turns trained models into real‑time intelligence delivered near users. The platform offers GPU‑accelerated compute designed for distributed AI inference and real‑time workloads, with predictable performance and low egress fees.

Available now: Access NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell GPUs optimized for distributed inference. Request GPU access and review GPU instances.

Proof points and research

• A 2024 Forrester Consulting study commissioned by Akamai found that 76% of decision‑makers view distributed cloud as important or critical to top goals; 60% rank seizing AI opportunities as a top priority; and 48% cite centralized‑cloud latency and performance limits. Download the study.
• Akamai was selected as a strategic cloud provider by one of the world’s largest technology companies under a multi‑year agreement committing over $100M to Akamai’s cloud infrastructure. Read the press release.
• IDC highlights Akamai’s evolution from CDN to distributed cloud and cybersecurity leader. Read the IDC report.

Get started

• Explore the platform: Akamai Cloud overview and global infrastructure.
• Start building: Create an account with US$100 in credits and browse the developer hub and cloud docs.
• Plan costs and regions: See pricing, use the cost calculator, check region availability, and run a speed test.
• Talk to an expert: Contact sales to design a deployment for your apps, AI inference, security posture, and delivery needs.