Edgio, a platform that stands out for its cutting-edge speed, security and simplicity, today announced a partnership with Vermantia, a global provider of omnichannel content solutions for gaming and betting operators worldwide. The collaboration supports Vermantia's customized end-to-end streaming solutions for live racing, sporting events, virtual sports and number gaming.
As part of the partnership, Vermantia will use Edgio's Uplynk solution in its channel production to significantly streamline the delivery of live events, broadcast/OTT, and ad-supported free TV syndication (FAST), thereby enabling customers to expand their own services and optimizing resources. Powered by a secure global network designed specifically for specific media needs, Uplynk ensures an exceptional viewing experience for audiences around the world.
“We are thrilled to partner with Edgio. This partnership marks a significant improvement for our streaming services as we continue to provide our valued customers with tailored content solutions and personalized channels for racing, sporting events, virtual sports and number gaming,” he said. Menelaos Ladopoulos, CTO of Vermantia. “Through the partnership with Edgio, we aim to enhance our end-to-end streaming capabilities, leveraging Edgio's unique technology. We are confident that this partnership will enable us to meet the evolving needs of our customers across EMEA, while shaping exceptional streaming experiences.”
With an impressive track record of handling hundreds of thousands of live events, including global sporting events, Edgio's Uplynk solution has achieved remarkable milestones. In 2022 alone, Uplynk generated 2,4 billion event views, 3,3 billion hours of streaming video, and over 220 million hours of advertising.
Through the partnership, Vermantia will also provide its operator partners with Edgio's portfolio of applications and media, with a focus on next-generation Web CDN and Edgio's holistic web application security solutions.
“Edgio is excited to build on this partnership with Vermantia and support them in building solutions across EMEA into the next era of streaming, where technology and business innovation will see concurrent viewership increase,” said Emma Whitmore, Group VP, EMEA Edgio.
