Limelight Networks Responds to U.S. Court of Appeals Decision, Declines Appeal In Case With Akamai, Believes Co Did Not Infringe On Any Patents

Limelight Networks

, a global leader in digital content delivery, today announced that the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has denied its request for appeal in their long running intellectual property litigation with Akamai. The Company strongly believes that it did not infringe on any patents and will study all options and determine next steps, including a possible review by the Supreme Court of the United States. "We are disappointed this outcome isn't aligned with earlier rulings in our favor and we are determined to continue the process," stated Bob Lento, Limelight's chief executive officer. "We are focused on our business and executing against the market opportunities. We will continue to serve our global customers with the excellence they expect."