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BSO
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BSO Network Solutions Limited
Websiteurl
bso.co
Company typeenum
Private
Founded yearint
2004
Operating statusenum
Operating
Ownership categoryenum
Headcount rangeband
101–250
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersDublin, Ireland
HQ citystring
Dublin
HQ countrystring
Ireland
HQ regionstring
Europe
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices2 records

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
low-latency networking, network infrastructure services, cloud connectivity solutions, data center colocation, managed network services
Industry2 codes
1Network Performance, Visibility & SLA Monitoring (Managed NPM/Observability)
CodeHDAIAFAIPrimaryYes
2Service Assurance & SLA/QoS Management
CodeHDAFAMALPrimaryNo
NAICS code1 code
  • Wired Telecommunications Carriers517111
SIC code1 code
  • Telephone Communications (No Radiotelephone)4813
Product category
Network Infrastructure Services
GTM motion1 record

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model5 records
1Network Services
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Connectivity solutions including IP Transit, Ethernet Private Line, Smart Ethernet, Metro Wave, Remote Peering, DDoS Mitigation, VPLS, and L3 VPN. These form the core infrastructure revenue stream serving financial markets, telecoms, and enterprises requiring global connectivity.

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2BSO Ultra (Ultra-Low Latency Solutions)
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Specialized radio frequency connectivity for trading venues including RF Ultra, RF Express, Crypto Connect, and Ethernet Express. Premium-priced services targeting financial institutions and crypto trading firms where milliseconds matter.

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3Cloud Services
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Infrastructure as a Service, Object Storage, Managed Kubernetes, Managed Service Desk, and Cloud Connect solutions. Revenue from cloud infrastructure provisioning and management.

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4Colocation
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Standard Colo, Proximity Colo, and Remote Colo services providing data center space, power, and connectivity for customer-owned hardware.

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5BSO Plus Managed Services
TypeManaged Services
Description

Managed services and consulting solutions for IT and network management, providing ongoing support and optimization for customer infrastructure.

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Marketing channels8 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels3 records

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Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components5 values
Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales
Pricing details1 tier
1Enterprise Network Solutions - Custom pricing based on requirements
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

Quote-based pricing for network connectivity services. Pricing varies based on PoP locations, bandwidth requirements, latency guarantees, and contract length.

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GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeServices
Services
Brand1 of 6 records shown
1BSO Network
Description

Core network infrastructure solutions including Ethernet Private Line, Smart Ethernet, Metro Wave, Remote Peering, IP Transit, DDoS Mitigation, VPLS, L3 VPN, and Cloud Connect.

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+5 more records
Core offering1 text field

BSO owns and operates a global Software-Defined Network spanning 240+ Points of Presence across 33 markets to deliver ultra-low latency connectivity, cloud infrastructure, colocation, and managed network services. Its portfolio serves financial markets, crypto trading, telecoms, technology, energy, gaming, healthcare, and digital commerce customers with Ethernet Private Line, IP Transit, VPLS, L3 VPN, DDoS Mitigation, RF Ultra, Crypto Connect, IaaS, Object Storage, Managed Kubernetes, and colocation offerings, supported by 24/7/365 NOC and 99.99% availability SLAs.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 of 3 values shown
  • 99.99% network availability SLA
+2 more records
Product overview1 text field

BSO is a global network solutions provider offering a multi-product platform of mission-critical connectivity and infrastructure services. The portfolio comprises BSO Network (core connectivity: Ethernet, IP Transit, DDoS Mitigation, VPLS, L3 VPN, Remote Peering, Cloud Connect), BSO Ultra (ultra-low latency solutions for trading and crypto: RF Ultra, RF Express, Crypto Connect, Ethernet Express), BSO Portal (SDN-based network management and automation), BSO Cloud (IaaS, Object Storage, Managed Kubernetes, Managed Service Desk, Cloud-to-Cloud), BSO Hosting (colocation: Standard, Proximity, Remote), and BSO Plus (managed services and consulting). BSO also acquired InterCloud (April 2025) to expand multi-cloud network optimization. The company operates 240+ PoPs in 33 markets with 150,000 miles of submarine cable, serving 650+ clients across financial markets, crypto trading, telecoms, technology, energy, gaming, healthcare, and digital e-commerce sectors.

Product and service1 record
1BSO Network
Scale indicator8 records

Each record includes

Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership1 partner
Strategic tierCoreTypeTechnology or IntegrationAnnounced on2025-04-01
Description

BSO acquired InterCloud, a software-defined cloud interconnect provider, to substantially expand its global portfolio. The integration enhances BSO's capabilities in multi-cloud network optimization, security management, and data governance. This strategic acquisition positions BSO to better serve sectors including finance, healthcare, critical infrastructure, and energy with direct, secure, and optimized access to a broad spectrum of cloud platforms.

Recent move6 records

Each record includes

Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight5 records

Each record includes

Type, Description

Peers10 records
TypeDirect peer
Description

Telxius is a global infrastructure operator with submarine cable assets and tower connectivity, overlapping with BSO's 150,000-mile submarine cable footprint and metro connectivity offerings.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Aryaka delivers managed SD-WAN and SASE with global private backbone, comparable to BSO's BSO Plus managed services and BSO Network L3 VPN offerings for enterprise customers.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Console Connect is a software-defined cloud interconnect platform from PCCW Global, directly comparable to BSO Cloud Connect, Cloud-to-Cloud and BSO Portal SDN automation capabilities.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Colt is a direct competitor in low-latency global network services for capital markets and enterprises, with on-demand SDN connectivity and dedicated trading routes — the closest functional peer to BSO Network and BSO Ultra.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Equinix operates a global colocation and interconnection platform (Equinix Fabric) that competes directly with BSO Hosting and BSO Cloud Connect, particularly for proximity colocation near financial exchanges.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Tata Communications operates a global tier-1 IP network and submarine cable infrastructure, comparable to BSO's global network scale and serving similar financial and enterprise customers across emerging and developed markets.

TypeDirect peer
Description

GTT provides global tier-1 IP networking, Ethernet, and managed services to enterprise and financial clients, overlapping with BSO's core network services and managed SD-WAN offerings.

TypeEmerging player
Description

McKay Brothers specialises in ultra-low-latency wireless and fibre connectivity between trading venues — a more focused peer to BSO Ultra and Crypto Connect for high-frequency and crypto trading customers.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Digital Realty (including Interxion) is a global colocation and interconnection platform competing with BSO Hosting and BSO Cloud Connect across financial and enterprise customer segments.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Lumen is a large incumbent global network carrier offering wavelength, Ethernet, and managed services including low-latency routes — overlaps with BSO's Metro Wave DWDM and BSO Ultra RF solutions but at much broader scale.

Market position
Strengths4 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Weaknesses4 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Competitive moat6 records

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Type, Details

Key risks5 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Key highlights7 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Named customers10 records

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Name, Industry, Type, Use case, Source, UUID

Segment8 records

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Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile3 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
Yes
API detail
Has APIbool
No

Docs URL, Description

AI capability3 records

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Type, Description, Source

AI maturity
App detail

Has app

Feature7 records

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Title, Differentiator, Description, Source

Core technology
Revenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Number of profiles
Profiles4 records

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Name, Designation, Designation category, Overview, Profile commentary, Source

Subsidiaries1 record

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Name, Acquired on, Relationship type, Type, Business focus

Compliance1 record

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Name, Class, Description

Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds1 record

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors1 record

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A3 records

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

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Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

BSO

Network Infrastructure Servicesbso.co

BSO firmographics

Firmographics
Name
BSO
Legal name
BSO Network Solutions Limited
Website
https://bso.co
Company type
Private
Founded year
2004
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
101–250 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

BSO industry classification

Industry
Product category
Network Infrastructure Services
NAICS
Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)
SIC
Telephone Communications (No Radiotelephone) (4813)
akta.pro primary industry
Network Performance, Visibility & SLA Monitoring (Managed NPM/Observability) (HDAIAFAI)
akta.pro secondary industry
Service Assurance & SLA/QoS Management (HDAFAMAL)

Keywords

  • Low-latency networking
  • Network infrastructure services
  • Cloud connectivity solutions
  • Data center colocation
  • Managed network services

Where BSO is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Dublin
HQ country
Ireland
HQ region
Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

BSO business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

  1. Network Services: Connectivity solutions including IP Transit, Ethernet Private Line, Smart Ethernet, Metro Wave, Remote Peering, DDoS Mitigation, VPLS, and L3 VPN. These form the core infrastructure revenue stream serving financial markets, telecoms, and enterprises requiring global connectivity.
  2. BSO Ultra (Ultra-Low Latency Solutions): Specialized radio frequency connectivity for trading venues including RF Ultra, RF Express, Crypto Connect, and Ethernet Express. Premium-priced services targeting financial institutions and crypto trading firms where milliseconds matter.
  3. Cloud Services: Infrastructure as a Service, Object Storage, Managed Kubernetes, Managed Service Desk, and Cloud Connect solutions. Revenue from cloud infrastructure provisioning and management.
  4. Colocation: Standard Colo, Proximity Colo, and Remote Colo services providing data center space, power, and connectivity for customer-owned hardware.
  5. BSO Plus Managed Services: Managed services and consulting solutions for IT and network management, providing ongoing support and optimization for customer infrastructure.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
SubscriptionAnnualEnterprise Network Solutions - Custom pricing based on requirements

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

BSO product offering

Product offering

Core offering

BSO owns and operates a global Software-Defined Network spanning 240+ Points of Presence across 33 markets to deliver ultra-low latency connectivity, cloud infrastructure, colocation, and managed network services. Its portfolio serves financial markets, crypto trading, telecoms, technology, energy, gaming, healthcare, and digital commerce customers with Ethernet Private Line, IP Transit, VPLS, L3 VPN, DDoS Mitigation, RF Ultra, Crypto Connect, IaaS, Object Storage, Managed Kubernetes, and colocation offerings, supported by 24/7/365 NOC and 99.99% availability SLAs.

Product overview

BSO is a global network solutions provider offering a multi-product platform of mission-critical connectivity and infrastructure services. The portfolio comprises BSO Network (core connectivity: Ethernet, IP Transit, DDoS Mitigation, VPLS, L3 VPN, Remote Peering, Cloud Connect), BSO Ultra (ultra-low latency solutions for trading and crypto: RF Ultra, RF Express, Crypto Connect, Ethernet Express), BSO Portal (SDN-based network management and automation), BSO Cloud (IaaS, Object Storage, Managed Kubernetes, Managed Service Desk, Cloud-to-Cloud), BSO Hosting (colocation: Standard, Proximity, Remote), and BSO Plus (managed services and consulting). BSO also acquired InterCloud (April 2025) to expand multi-cloud network optimization. The company operates 240+ PoPs in 33 markets with 150,000 miles of submarine cable, serving 650+ clients across financial markets, crypto trading, telecoms, technology, energy, gaming, healthcare, and digital e-commerce sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • BSO Network: Core network infrastructure solutions including Ethernet Private Line, Smart Ethernet, Metro Wave, Remote Peering, IP Transit, DDoS Mitigation, VPLS, L3 VPN, and Cloud Connect.
  • BSO Ultra
  • BSO Portal
  • BSO Cloud
  • BSO Hosting
  • BSO Plus

Products and services

  • BSO Network

Quantifiable outcome

  • 99.99% network availability SLA
  • +2 more outcomes

Companies that use BSO

Customer profile

Named customers10 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

BSO technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability3 records

Feature7 records

BSO partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

  • InterCloudcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 April 2025BSO acquired InterCloud, a software-defined cloud interconnect provider, to substantially expand its global portfolio. The integration enhances BSO's capabilities in multi-cloud network optimization, security management, and data governance. This strategic acquisition positions BSO to better serve sectors including finance, healthcare, critical infrastructure, and energy with direct, secure, and optimized access to a broad spectrum of cloud platforms.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

BSO competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • Telxius: Telxius is a global infrastructure operator with submarine cable assets and tower connectivity, overlapping with BSO's 150,000-mile submarine cable footprint and metro connectivity offerings.
  • Aryaka Networks: Aryaka delivers managed SD-WAN and SASE with global private backbone, comparable to BSO's BSO Plus managed services and BSO Network L3 VPN offerings for enterprise customers.
  • Console Connect (PCCW Global): Console Connect is a software-defined cloud interconnect platform from PCCW Global, directly comparable to BSO Cloud Connect, Cloud-to-Cloud and BSO Portal SDN automation capabilities.
  • Colt Technology Services: Colt is a direct competitor in low-latency global network services for capital markets and enterprises, with on-demand SDN connectivity and dedicated trading routes — the closest functional peer to BSO Network and BSO Ultra.
  • Equinix: Equinix operates a global colocation and interconnection platform (Equinix Fabric) that competes directly with BSO Hosting and BSO Cloud Connect, particularly for proximity colocation near financial exchanges.
  • GTT Communications: GTT provides global tier-1 IP networking, Ethernet, and managed services to enterprise and financial clients, overlapping with BSO's core network services and managed SD-WAN offerings.

Broad incumbents

  • Tata Communications: Tata Communications operates a global tier-1 IP network and submarine cable infrastructure, comparable to BSO's global network scale and serving similar financial and enterprise customers across emerging and developed markets.
  • Digital Realty: Digital Realty (including Interxion) is a global colocation and interconnection platform competing with BSO Hosting and BSO Cloud Connect across financial and enterprise customer segments.
  • Lumen Technologies: Lumen is a large incumbent global network carrier offering wavelength, Ethernet, and managed services including low-latency routes — overlaps with BSO's Metro Wave DWDM and BSO Ultra RF solutions but at much broader scale.

Emerging players

  • McKay Brothers: McKay Brothers specialises in ultra-low-latency wireless and fibre connectivity between trading venues — a more focused peer to BSO Ultra and Crypto Connect for high-frequency and crypto trading customers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

BSO social profiles

Digital presence

BSO compliance and trust

Trust signal

Compliance1 record

BSO financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

BSO leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

BSO subsidiaries and ownership

Company hierarchy

Subsidiaries1 record

BSO funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

BSO M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A3 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about BSO

What does BSO do?

BSO owns and operates a global Software-Defined Network spanning 240+ Points of Presence across 33 markets to deliver ultra-low latency connectivity, cloud infrastructure, colocation, and managed network services. Its portfolio serves financial markets, crypto trading, telecoms, technology, energy, gaming, healthcare, and digital commerce customers with Ethernet Private Line, IP Transit, VPLS, L3 VPN, DDoS Mitigation, RF Ultra, Crypto Connect, IaaS, Object Storage, Managed Kubernetes, and colocation offerings, supported by 24/7/365 NOC and 99.99% availability SLAs.

Is BSO a public or private company?

BSO is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.

When was BSO founded?

BSO was founded in 2004. It employs 101 to 250 people.

Where is BSO based?

BSO is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, in the Europe region.

How does BSO make money?

Five revenue lines are on record. Network Services are the primary driver. The others are BSO Ultra (Ultra-Low Latency Solutions), cloud Services, colocation and BSO Plus Managed Services.

Who are BSO's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Telxius, Aryaka Networks, Console Connect (PCCW Global), Colt Technology Services, Equinix and GTT Communications. Broad incumbents are Tata Communications, Digital Realty and Lumen Technologies. McKay Brothers is listed as an emerging player.

Does BSO have an API?

No public API is recorded for BSO.

What industry is BSO in?

BSO's product category is Network Infrastructure Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDAIAFAI, Network Performance, Visibility & SLA Monitoring (Managed NPM/Observability), with a secondary code of HDAFAMAL, Service Assurance & SLA/QoS Management. Its NAICS code is 517111 and its SIC code is 4813.

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CfotechBSO launches Crypto Connect Plus for faster tradingBSO has launched Crypto Connect Plus, a self-service platform enabling crypto trading firms to deploy cloud-based trading infrastructure in approximately 10 minutes instead of weeks. The service, built on Amazon Web Services EC2 instances deployed across seven global locations, offers a 99.9% latency service-level agreement with real-time monitoring for major crypto platforms including Binance, Kraken, OKX, and Bybit, using consumption-based pricing. The launch extends BSO's existing Crypto Connect offerings as the company, active in crypto infrastructure since 2017, positions itself to meet growing demand for rapid, automated deployment in round-the-clock digital asset markets.BsoAI is Reshaping Network Infrastructure Across Industries on the GlobeAI is being integrated into network infrastructure to enable predictive, self-healing, and self-optimizing networks that can adapt in real-time without human intervention. Key applications include predictive maintenance to prevent failures, dynamic traffic optimization, adaptive cybersecurity, and intelligent capacity planning. BSO positioned itself as a leader in this transformation, offering AI-enhanced network services across financial services, media, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors.BsoHow Ultra-Low Latency Powers the Entire Crypto EcosystemThis thought leadership article explains how ultra-low latency is a fundamental requirement for the cryptocurrency ecosystem, including DeFi protocols, NFT marketplaces, blockchain gaming, and the metaverse. BSO, a global network solutions provider, positions itself as a key infrastructure player offering low-latency connectivity solutions such as Crypto Connect, with a global network spanning over 240 Points of Presence in 33 markets. The article argues that milliseconds matter across all crypto applications, from preventing front-running in DeFi to enabling real-time interactions in blockchain gaming and metaverse experiences.SafemedicinesWhat is a 503B outsourcing facility, and why are so many of them uninspected by FDA?An analysis by the Pharmaceutical Security Institute (PSM) reveals that 39 of 48 newly registered 503B outsourcing facilities (81%) have never been inspected by the FDA despite producing sterile injectable drugs and other medications, raising significant patient safety concerns. Of 55 inspected 503Bs, 96% received a Form 483 documenting inspection issues, and several uninspected facilities including Bennett Pharmaceuticals of America, McGuff Pharmaceuticals, and BSO LLC have filed production reports for medications including topical anesthetics, injectable compounds, and sterile implantable pellets. The article warns that the FDA's failure to keep pace with its inspection schedule has returned the compounding industry to the problematic regulatory state that preceded the 2012 New England Compounding Center scandal, potentially putting patients at risk of contaminated or misdosed medications.IT EuropaBSO acquires InterCloud to extend its cloud services offeringCloud service provider BSO has acquired InterCloud, a software-defined cloud interconnect provider, to substantially expand its global portfolio and offer direct, secure, and optimized access to a broad spectrum of cloud platforms. The integration will enhance BSO's capabilities in multi-cloud network optimization, security management, and data governance, positioning the company to better serve sectors including finance, healthcare, critical infrastructure, and energy. BSO currently operates a global network across 240 points of presence in 33 countries and serves over 650 clients.FinSMEsBSO Acquires InterCloudBSO, a Dublin-based infrastructure provider, acquired InterCloud, a Paris-based direct cloud connectivity provider. The deal amount was not disclosed. The acquisition expands BSO's portfolio to offer direct access to cloud platforms and strengthens its multi-cloud connectivity expertise.PR NewswireBSO Acquiert InterCloud pour répondre aux enjeux de connectivité Cloud de haute performanceBSO announced the acquisition of InterCloud, a provider of direct connectivity solutions for public and private cloud environments, on March 31, 2025. The deal consolidates BSO's global position in high-performance cloud connectivity and expands its portfolio to address complex enterprise needs around security, performance, and data sovereignty. The integration aims to accelerate BSO's strategy in critical infrastructure and key sectors including finance, healthcare, and energy.PR NewswireBSO erwirbt InterCloud und stärkt damit leistungsstarke Cloud-KonnektivitätslösungenBSO, a global provider of infrastructure and connectivity solutions, announced the acquisition of InterCloud, a leading provider of direct connectivity to public and private cloud environments, on March 31, 2025. The strategic acquisition significantly expands BSO's portfolio by adding direct, secure, and optimized access to a broad spectrum of cloud platforms while strengthening its multi-cloud network optimization, security management, and data governance capabilities. BSO aims to leverage its 11 global offices and partnerships with major technology and cloud providers to accelerate its strategic focus on sectors including finance, healthcare, critical infrastructure, and energy.PR NewswireBSO adquiere InterCloud, impulsando soluciones de conectividad en la nube de alto rendimientoBSO announced the acquisition of InterCloud to enhance high-performance cloud connectivity solutions on March 31, 2025. This strategic move significantly strengthens BSO's global positioning in cloud optimization while offering direct and secure access to various cloud platforms. The integration of InterCloud's technologies is aimed at addressing increasing business demands for security, performance, and data sovereignty in cloud migration.PR NewswireBSO Acquires InterCloud, Bolstering High-Performance Cloud Connectivity SolutionsBSO, a global provider of advanced infrastructure and connectivity solutions, announced the acquisition of InterCloud, a leading provider of direct connectivity to public and private cloud environments. The strategic acquisition substantially expands BSO's portfolio, enabling the company to offer enhanced multi-cloud network optimization, security management, and data governance solutions. BSO CEO Michael Ourabah stated that the integration positions the company as a premier partner for businesses seeking to migrate and manage cloud environments across borders.