Akamai Cloud: Distributed cloud for AI inference and edge‑native compute

Build and run low‑latency, AI‑driven applications on a globally distributed cloud. Akamai pairs GPU‑accelerated inference and open cloud services with integrated security and content delivery—so you can deploy closer to users, reduce latency and cost, and scale confidently

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What Akamai offers

• Cloud computing: GPU and CPU compute, Kubernetes, serverless, storage, networking, and managed databases delivered on a distributed architecture.
• AI and inference: Run models at the edge with Akamai Inference Cloud for faster, more cost‑efficient responses.
• Cybersecurity: WAAP, API and bot protection, DDoS mitigation, Zero Trust access, microsegmentation, DNS security, and more.
• CDN and edge delivery: Global content and application acceleration for web, API, and media streaming.
• Global services and support: Training, consulting, and award‑winning 24/7 support.

Explore products: Cloud Computing • Security • Content Delivery

What Akamai is used for

• Low‑latency AI inference and agentic AI experiences delivered near users
• Real‑time web, API, and personalization services
• Media streaming and large‑scale content delivery
• Secure application and API publishing with DDoS and bot defense
• Zero Trust access for users and services across multicloud and edge
• Cost‑predictable global scale without hyperscaler egress surprises

See our global footprint to place workloads within milliseconds of users: Akamai global infrastructure

Akamai cloud computing services

Run modern applications with open, interoperable building blocks you can mix and match across cloud and edge.

AI and Inference

• Akamai Inference Cloud: GPU‑accelerated, low‑latency AI inference at global scale. Explore Inference Cloud
• GPUs: Instances for ML inference, video, and scientific compute. See GPU options
• Available now: Access NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell GPUs optimized for distributed inference. Request access

Compute

• CPU: Shared, Dedicated, and High‑Memory VM shapes for predictable performance. View CPU compute
• Accelerated Compute: ASICs and NETINT VPUs for high‑throughput media transcoding. View accelerated compute

Cloud Native

• LKE: Managed Kubernetes Engine for containerized workloads. View LKE
• App Platform: Deploy cloud‑native apps on Kubernetes in minutes with automated infrastructure. View App Platform

Serverless

• Akamai Functions: Highly distributed serverless for app and AI logic. View Akamai Functions
• EdgeWorkers: Run JavaScript at the edge to customize experiences and performance. View EdgeWorkers

Storage

• Object Storage: Durable, high‑availability storage for data and distribution. View Object Storage
• Block Storage: High‑availability volumes for your instances. View Block Storage
• Backups: Redundant local backups for protection. View Backups

Networking

• Cloud Firewall: Enforce network policies and control traffic. View Cloud Firewall
• DNS Manager: Centralized DNS management in Cloud Manager. View DNS Manager
• NodeBalancers: L4 and L7 HTTP regional load balancing. View NodeBalancers
• Private Networking: Layer 3 private networks between instances. View Private Networking

Cybersecurity and CDN (adjacent services)

• App and API security: WAAP with App & API Protector and API Security; protection tailored for AI with Firewall for AI.
  Explore: App & API Protector • API Security • Firewall for AI
• Bot and abuse protection: Bot Manager, Account Protector, Content Protector
• Zero Trust: Secure Internet Access, Enterprise Application Access, Akamai MFA
• Network and DNS security: Prolexic DDoS protection, Edge DNS, DNS Posture Management
• Microsegmentation: Akamai Guardicore Segmentation
• CDN and performance: Ion, Adaptive Media Delivery, Download Delivery, Global Traffic Management, Image & Video Manager, Cloud Wrapper

Analytics and observability

Get data you can act on—from real user performance to full‑fidelity logs and test insights.

• DataStream: Real‑time and batch delivery of edge and application logs to your observability stack. Explore DataStream
• mPulse: Real user monitoring (RUM) for web and app performance, Core Web Vitals, and business impact. Explore mPulse
• CloudTest: On‑demand load and stress testing at internet scale to validate capacity and resilience. Explore CloudTest
• TrafficPeak: Real‑time performance insights used by enterprises to enhance digital experience (as featured in customer stories).

Who uses Akamai

Organizations that need global reach, low latency, and strong security across cloud and edge, including:

• Media and entertainment
• Retail, travel, and hospitality
• Financial services
• Healthcare and life sciences
• Public sector and defense
• Gaming and iGaming
• SaaS providers and service providers

Explore industry solutions: See industries

How to get started

• Create your account: Start with US$100 in credits for new customers. Start for free
• Choose your compute: Pick CPU, GPU, or accelerated shapes; estimate costs with the cloud cost calculator.
• Deploy containers: Spin up a managed Kubernetes cluster with LKE. Get LKE
• Add storage and networking: Attach Object Storage or Block Storage, configure NodeBalancers and Cloud Firewall.
• Run inference: Provision GPUs or use Inference Cloud to place models closer to users. Explore Inference Cloud • Request Blackwell access
• Automate and build: Use APIs, SDKs, and open source examples. Visit the Developer hub, read the cloud docs, and explore the Akamai Developers GitHub.
• Need help or volume guidance? Contact Sales or reach Support.

Why teams choose Akamai Cloud

• Latency and reach: Run within milliseconds of users on one of the world’s most distributed platforms.
• Open and portable: Kubernetes, open standards, and multicloud interoperability without lock‑in.
• Cost predictability: Transparent pricing and low egress fees to avoid runaway costs.
• Built‑in security and delivery: Security and performance are core to the platform, not add‑ons.

See how customers are building on Akamai Cloud: Customer stories
Learn how distributed AI reduces latency and cost: IDC Link report