Akamai Technologies Inc - AKAM STOCK NEWS

Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ: AKAM) announced a conference call scheduled for May 4, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. ET, to discuss its first quarter 2021 financial results. The call will include management's forward-looking financial guidance and will be accessible via Akamai's Investor Relations page. The live dial-in numbers are (844) 578-9671 for the U.S. and (508) 637-5655 internationally. Replay details will be available for two weeks post-call. Upcoming financial results will be reported on August 3, 2021, November 2, 2021, and February 15, 2022.

Akamai Technologies has appointed Sharon Y. Bowen to its Board of Directors effective April 2, 2021. Bowen, a distinguished expert in finance and law, has served on the board of Intercontinental Exchange since December 2017 and held positions at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and the Securities Investor Protection Corporation. Her extensive background in corporate governance and strategic alliances is expected to bolster Akamai's leadership amid evolving regulatory conditions. She expressed enthusiasm about contributing to Akamai's mission of securing digital experiences.

Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ: AKAM) announced the launch of its Vaccine Edge solution for Salesforce Vaccine Cloud, facilitating effective online COVID-19 vaccine distribution for various organizations. This technology ensures fast page load times and manages traffic surges by routing users to a waiting room during high demand. Vaccine Edge includes built-in DDoS protection to enhance security. The solution is now operational in the U.S. and Canada, aiding government agencies and healthcare providers in managing vaccination appointments.

Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: AKAM) announced the upcoming retirement of chairman Frederic V. Salerno effective June 3, 2021. Daniel R. Hesse, an existing board member and chair of the ESG committee, will succeed him. Salerno has been with Akamai since 2002, contributing significantly to its growth from a $300 million market cap to over $16 billion today. Hesse, a former CEO of Sprint, aims to enhance Akamai’s commitment to corporate responsibility. CEO Tom Leighton acknowledged Salerno’s pivotal leadership over the last two decades.

Akamai Technologies has launched Akamai MFA, a phish-proof multi-factor authentication solution utilizing FIDO2 standards. This innovation enables enterprises to implement secure authentication without managing hardware keys, lowering costs and complexity. The solution operates through a smartphone app, enhancing user experience while ensuring robust security. Deployed on the Akamai Intelligent Edge Platform, Akamai MFA integrates with major identity providers and is available now, allowing organizations to activate a 60-day trial for evaluation.

On March 16, 2021, MilliporeSigma, Akamai Technologies (AKAM), Synopsys (SNPS), and Uber (UBER) signed significant power purchase agreements with Enel Green Power for a combined 111 MW of renewable energy from the Azure Sky wind project in Texas. This aggregation deal allows companies with smaller energy needs to jointly procure renewable energy, promoting sustainability goals. MilliporeSigma will source 68 MW, Akamai 18 MW, Synopsys 15 MW, and Uber 10 MW of the total capacity. The project aims to generate approximately 430,000 MWh annually, equivalent to the energy consumption of about 40,000 US homes.

Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ: AKAM) announces a strategic partnership with Queue-it to tackle traffic surges in COVID-19 vaccine registration. The collaboration introduces the Akamai Vaccine Edge, which redirects excess traffic to a waiting room, providing users with their queue status and estimated wait time. This solution aims to enhance user experience, ensuring fairness and reducing stress during registration. Vaccine Edge is designed for quick deployment and emphasizes compliance with privacy regulations. Already in use across several U.S. states and Canadian provinces, it showcases the potential of edge computing to manage high-demand scenarios.

Akamai Technologies published its 2021 State of the Internet/Security report, detailing the significant internet traffic increase of 30% in 2020 due to pandemic-related lockdowns. The report highlights Akamai's strengths in cybersecurity, noting 21.5 million malicious DNS queries targeted its systems, predominantly malware attacks. Akamai's Zero Trust security model allowed for the effective transition to a largely remote workforce. The findings underscore the evolving threat landscape and Akamai's commitment to adapting security measures in the face of ongoing challenges.

Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ: AKAM) has been recognized as a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: DDoS Mitigation Solutions, Q1 2021 evaluation. This recognition stems from Akamai achieving the highest scores in critical areas such as volumetric scrubbing, service delivery, and threat intelligence. Akamai's DDoS protection portfolio includes Kona Site Defender and Prolexic, catering to diverse client needs. The company also addressed the increased risks of DDoS attacks seen in 2020, where it mitigated record-breaking attacks. This accolade reinforces Akamai's position as a trusted vendor for enterprises seeking robust DDoS protection.