Continent 8 launches SecureEdge with Varnish Software for iGaming

Continent 8 Technologies announced on 20 October 2026 the launch of SecureEdge, a managed service developed in partnership with Varnish Software to improve performance, security and compliance in regulated markets. SecureEdge integrates content delivery, a web application firewall (WAF) and DDoS protection into a single managed offering operated by Continent 8.

What SecureEdge includes

SecureEdge combines three principal components: content delivery (CDN), WAF and DDoS mitigation. The company said the service accelerates websites, applications, APIs and streaming while protecting critical infrastructure from malicious attacks. By processing and filtering traffic closer to the end user, the solution preserves responsiveness during demand spikes and reduces origin load.

Deployment and global reach

Under the agreement, Continent 8 becomes the first organisation in the world to deploy Varnish CDN in a Box directly over its proprietary network infrastructure. The deployment runs on Continent 8 Technologies' global infrastructure platform, enabling the provider to align traffic delivery with market regulations and ensure a consistent user experience for operators on the platform. For B2B positioning and details see [our B2B coverage](/b2b).

"SecureEdge provides a fully managed solution tailored to the realities of the iGaming industry, helping organisations deliver exceptional experiences while maintaining availability and protection of their platforms," said Justin Cosnett, Chief Product Officer at Continent 8 Technologies.

Continent 8 is a managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity provider. The offering is designed specifically for sportsbook, casino, live dealer operators and platform providers.

"By deploying Varnish technology directly across its network, Continent 8 can offer high-performance content delivery and integrated edge protection as a managed service," said Jesper Hedblom, Head of Varnish CDN at Varnish Software.

Use cases and compliance

SecureEdge is aimed at handling traffic surges tied to major sporting events and tournaments, where maintaining performance is critical to player retention. The company also intends to help operators meet compliance mandates in regulated jurisdictions by aligning traffic delivery with local requirements. Operators and platforms already customers of Continent 8 will be able to access the integrated service on the platform they know and use; for regulatory context see [our regulation section](/regulation).

For more information on the offering and its positioning in the B2B market, Continent 8 has released details of the agreement with Varnish Software and its first global deployment of Varnish CDN in a Box.