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May 8th, 2026

Akamai Shares Jump on $1.8 Billion AI Cloud Deal

Akamai CEO Tom Leighton joined Bloomberg Open Interest to break down a massive $1.8 billion AI cloud deal. Leighton said he could not give details on who the deal is with. He explains why it signals a shift away from big tech hyperscalers and how edge computing is becoming essential for stopping AI-powered cyberattacks, cutting costs, and delivering faster performance.

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