AKAMAI TECHNOLOGIES INC

Akamai Technologies has been recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Web Application and API Protection (WAAP) Platforms 2026 Vendor Assessment. The report specifically highlighted Akamai's App & API Protector (AAP) for its comprehensive capabilities in defending modern digital business applications and interfaces. Akamai's platform leverages its Adaptive Security Engine (ASE), incorporating advanced features like AI-powered WAF, bot detection, and API security, all delivered through its global edge network. This recognition underscores Akamai's continued strength in providing adaptive, comprehensive security solutions for evolving cyber threats.

Akamai Technologies reported Q2 2026 revenue of $1.10 billion, a 5.4% increase year-over-year, but net income decreased by 23.4% to $79.4 million, with diluted EPS falling to $0.52. The company also announced the acquisition of LayerX Security Ltd. for approximately $205.0 million in July 2026, aimed at enhancing its security portfolio. Additionally, Akamai issued $3.5 billion in convertible senior notes due 2030 and 2032 in May 2026 to fund capital expenditures and for general corporate purposes.

Akamai's latest State of the Internet security report, "Securing the Agentic Storefront: Attacks on Commerce," reveals that the commerce industry is the most targeted by cybercriminals, driven by the rise of agentic commerce and autonomous AI tools. The report highlights that nearly half (47.9%) of all commerce traffic on Akamai's global network in December 2025 consisted of AI bots. Additionally, the industry faces a relentless barrage of application-layer DDoS activity, malicious web application exploits, and a 9% year-over-year increase in API-targeted attacks. Akamai emphasizes the need for security leaders to embrace "agentic readiness" to manage legitimate AI while aggressively combating malicious bots.

Akamai Technologies has been recognized as a Customers' Choice in the 2026 Gartner Peer Insights Voice of the Customer for Edge Distribution Platforms. This distinction is based on verified end-user reviews, highlighting Akamai's role as a trusted partner for enterprises modernizing applications with edge-focused architectures. The company received an overall rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, with 71% of customers giving a perfect 5-star rating and 91% willing to recommend the platform.

Akamai Technologies announced its selection as a strategic partner for World Wide Technology (WWT)’s AI Readiness Model for Operational Resilience (ARMOR). This collaboration positions Akamai as a foundational security architecture for the "AI factories" being built by WWT and accelerated by NVIDIA. The partnership aims to bridge the gap between AI innovation and security by integrating Akamai’s software intelligence directly with NVIDIA BlueField DPUs, eliminating the "security tax" and enhancing protection against threats like ransomware and DDoS attacks.

Akamai Technologies, Inc. has announced the completion of its acquisition of LayerX, a secure enterprise browser provider and AI usage control leader. The agreement, initially announced on May 14, involved Akamai acquiring LayerX for approximately US$205 million. LayerX's platform enhances visibility into user interactions with web content and SaaS applications, strengthening Akamai's Zero Trust platform and addressing the need to govern and secure AI application usage within enterprises.

Akamai Technologies, Inc. announced it will host a conference call for investors on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. ET. The call will cover the company's second quarter 2026 financial results and may include forward-looking financial guidance. Investors can access the live broadcast via Akamai's Investor Relations page or through provided dial-in numbers, with a replay available for two weeks.

Akamai announced its unified agentic framework for Bot & Agent Control solutions, designed to secure and scale AI-driven interactions at the edge. The framework integrates identity, observability, trust, and edge security through six pillars, including verified identity via collaborations with Visa, Skyfire, and Experian. It also features user-centric authentication with Auth0 and Ping Identity, edge-based enforcement, and content monetization partnerships with TollBit and Skyfire, providing a comprehensive solution for the emerging AI-driven economy.

Akamai Technologies, a Microsoft partner, announced it has earned the "Solutions Partner with certified software" designation for API Security within the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program. This recognition validates Akamai's API Security solution for its interoperability with the Microsoft Cloud, particularly Microsoft Azure, and its ability to provide cross-platform visibility and security. The designation helps Akamai extend its protection to cloud-native applications within the Azure ecosystem, addressing the critical need for API protection as AI adoption accelerates.

Akamai Technologies announced that Workspot has joined its Akamai Qualified Compute Partner Program as an independent software vendor. This partnership enables customers to seamlessly migrate from legacy on-premises VDI environments to Akamai Cloud PC, a fully managed Desktop as a Service (DaaS) solution. By combining Workspot's platform with Akamai's globally distributed cloud and low-latency network, the solution aims to deliver high-performance computing closer to users, offering a more secure and simpler deployment for modern cloud PC experiences.