Continent 8 partners with Varnish Software to launch SecureEdge

New managed service bundles CDN, WAF and DDoS protection for iGaming operators via Continent 8’s network.

Continent 8 Technologies has partnered with Varnish Software to launch SecureEdge, a managed service aimed at iGaming and online sports betting operators seeking faster content delivery and added edge security.

The company said SecureEdge combines content delivery, a web application firewall (WAF) and DDoS protection in a single solution delivered and managed by Continent 8 Technologies. Continent 8 also said it is the first organisation globally to deploy Varnish CDN in a Box directly across its own network infrastructure.

Justin Cosnett, Chief Product Officer at Continent 8 Technologies, said: "As operators expand into new markets and customer expectations continue to rise, they need digital infrastructure that delivers performance, resilience and security without adding unnecessary complexity. SecureEdge provides a fully managed solution tailored to the realities of the iGaming industry, helping organisations deliver exceptional user experiences while maintaining confidence in the availability and protection of their platforms. Our partnership with Varnish Software allows us to bring proven content delivery and edge security capabilities to customers through the Continent 8 platform they already know and trust."

Jesper Hedblom, Head of Varnish CDN at Varnish Software, said: "The iGaming industry places unique demands on digital infrastructure, from sudden traffic spikes driven by live events to the need for consistently low latency and strong security. By deploying Varnish technology directly across its network, Continent 8 can provide operators with high-performance content delivery and integrated edge protection through a managed service built specifically for their needs."