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Akamai Launches Program to Accelerate Cloud Growth for Independent Software Vendors
New Referral-Based Program Offers ISVs Path to Growth on Akamai's Globally Distributed Cloud Platform CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --
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[{"type":"text","content":"New Referral-Based Program Offers ISVs Path to Growth on Akamai's Globally Distributed Cloud Platform\nCAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: AKAM), the cybersecurity and cloud computing company that powers and protects business online, today announced the launch of ISV Catalyst, a new partner program designed specifically for Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) to accelerate growth through strategic partnership. ISV Catalyst is a referral-based partner program that empowers independent software vendors (ISVs) to build, market, and sell innovative solutions that run on Akamai’s globally distributed cloud platform while creating a seamless path for customers to engage with those ISVs. The announcement arrives at a critical inflection point in the cloud computing market, as software providers race to embed artificial intelligence, support multicloud deployments, and deliver reliable, cost-efficient, cloud-native solutions. ISV Catalyst addresses these industry demands by lowering barriers to entry into clouds and programs that are focused on enabling them to accelerate time to market while meeting customer demand for intelligent, portable, and scalable applications. Breaking Down Barriers to Partnership ISV Catalyst distinguishes itself through a unique, ISV-centric design that eliminates traditional partnership friction. The program features no referral fees for ISVs during their first year, significantly lowering the barrier to entry for both emerging and established software providers. Unlocking New Opportunities for ISVs ISV Catalyst empowers participating partners to differentiate their offerings, accelerate sales cycles, and unlock unique benefits including: Co-marketing opportunities with Akamai to amplify brand visibility and reachProminent placement on Akamai's Technical Partner Directory and web propertiesAwareness to Akamai's global sales forceStrategic partnership foundation for long-term growth and collaboration By participating in ISV Catalyst, software vendors gain access to Akamai's expansive cloud and edge computing infrastructure, positioning them to capture new demand as enterprises increasingly rely on specialized cloud software to drive their digital transformation initiatives. Strategic Integration with Broader Partner Ecosystem ISV Catalyst builds on the ...