Cypress Telecom

What Cypress Telecom does

Cypress Telecom Limited ("CypressTel") is a Hong Kong-headquartered, privately held global network service provider founded in 2008. It sells managed SD-WAN, SASE, cloud connectivity, data-center, and AI-driven network operations to enterprise customers across Greater China and the wider Asia-Pacific, with named customer profiles in financial services (a nationwide life insurer with 35 branches and 1,000+ outlets), manufacturing, and global trading, and stated coverage of 10,000+ enterprise customers across 300+ cities.

The technical core is a self-developed, carrier-neutral orchestration stack — the OneWAN SD-WAN platform and the OneWAN SASE platform (combining FWaaS, ZTNA, CASB, DLP) — running across 140+ PoPs (80+ in mainland China, also serving as SASE points), 30+ Tier III+ data centers, and a 10T+ backbone, integrated via the One2C Multi-Cloud Management Platform with direct connect to AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Alibaba Cloud and Tencent Cloud. Proprietary AI capabilities — an AI ChatOps O&M platform, AI-driven path selection, anomaly detection, and predictive traffic engineering — are embedded into network operations rather than sold as a standalone product. The company also contributes to CAICT/CCSA standards (YD/T 6255-2024, YD/T 6253-2024, YD/T 4460) and holds SD-WAN Ready 2.0 certification.

Revenue is generated primarily through recurring subscriptions and managed-service contracts with multi-year terms, augmented by usage-based cloud connectivity and professional/expert services engagements. Pricing is quote-based on scope, bandwidth and SLAs. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales with a tiered partner program (commercial, industry, ISV, strategic) that includes all three Chinese carriers (China Telecom, China Mobile, ChinaUnicom), Equinix, Digital Realty, Fortinet, Sangfor and Huawei, supported by event-led marketing at MWC, ITW, Capacity Europe and China Mobile Global Partners Conference. Geographic footprint includes owned offices in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Xi'an, Tokyo and Singapore, with the Singapore entity holding an IMDA Services-Based Operator license.

Name

Cypress Telecom

Legal name

Cypress Telecom Limited

Website

https://cypresstel.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

CypressTel is a Hong Kong-based managed network service provider selling self-developed SD-WAN, SASE, cloud connectivity, and AI-driven operations to enterprise customers in financial services, manufacturing, retail, education and telecom carriers across Greater China and Asia-Pacific.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed Network Services

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182)

SIC

Communications Services, Nec (4899), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

SD-WAN Services (Managed & Co-Managed) (HDAIAFAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) & Secure SD-WAN (HDAIAFAH), Secure SD-WAN & Branch Security (HDADABAL), Enterprise LAN/WAN & SD-WAN Services (BPAEAEAD)

Keywords

• SD-WAN services
• SASE solutions
• Cloud connectivity
• Managed network services
• Data center colocation

Headquarters

HQ city

Wan Chai

HQ country

Hong Kong SAR China

HQ region

Asia

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Network Services (SD-WAN, Private Networks, Internet Access): Recurring subscription-based revenue from SD-WAN, SASE, dedicated internet access, IP transit, and private network services. Revenue generated through managed services with SLA-backed performance guarantees. Flexible engagement models ranging from professional service to full outsourcing.
2. Cloud Connectivity Services: Revenue from Cloud Direct Connect, Cloud Managed Service, and multi-cloud management platform. Subscription-based pricing with usage-based elasticity for cloud resource forecasting and traffic optimization. Partners can access white-label options for MSPs and ISPs.
3. Data Center & AIDC Services: Colocation, GPU leasing, and DCaaS offerings across 30+ global data centers. Revenue includes space, power, and managed services with 99.99% uptime guarantees. Elastic capacity options for enterprise growth.
4. Professional Services: Expert services including consulting, design, deployment, and lifecycle management. Flexible engagement models from professional service to managed operation outsourcing. Project deployment management with end-to-end provisioning and migration.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

CypressTel is a global network service provider delivering managed SD-WAN, SASE, dedicated/private network, cloud connectivity, and data center colocation services to enterprise customers. The company sells its proprietary OneWAN SD-WAN and OneWAN SASE platforms alongside complementary networking, security, cloud, and computing offerings on a subscription and managed-service basis with SLA-backed performance guarantees.

Product overview

CypressTel offers a unified platform-plus-modules architecture centered on OneWAN SD-WAN and OneWAN SASE as core products. The platform integrates network connectivity (SD-WAN, Private Network, Internet Access, IP Transit, Last-Mile Access), security (SASE with FWaaS, ZTNA, CASB, DLP), and cloud services (Cloud Direct Connect, Cloud Managed Service, One2C Multi-Cloud Management Platform, Data Center Services) into one intelligent orchestration framework. AI capabilities are embedded across the portfolio enabling self-healing networks, automated operations, and predictive analytics. The ecosystem spans 140+ PoPs, 30+ data centers, and 300+ covered cities with 10T+ backbone capacity.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• OneWAN SD-WAN: Global SD-WAN solution providing secure, intelligent, and carrier-neutral connectivity across Asia and worldwide.
• OneWAN SASE
• OneCare Private Network
• One2C Multi-Cloud Management Platform
• OnePlat vPoP
• Data Center Services

Products and services

• OneWAN SD-WAN Hybrid WAN and carrier-neutral SD-WAN platform unifying MPLS, Dedicated Internet, and 4G/5G under intelligent orchestration with multi-cloud access, zero-touch provisioning, AI-driven optimization, and 99.99% SLA-backed reliability across 140+ global PoPs. Designed for multinational enterprises and service providers.
• OneCare Private Network Secure backbone connectivity service for enterprise traffic with carrier-neutral interconnection and global SLA-backed performance. Targeted at enterprises requiring private WAN connectivity.
• Internet Access Service High-performance, SLA-backed dedicated Internet access with global coverage and intelligent routing optimization for enterprise customers.
• IP Transit Global carrier-neutral backbone service providing optimized interconnectivity with tier-1 network peering and SLA-backed reliability for ISPs and large enterprises.
• Last-Mile Access Reliable last-mile integration service across regions supporting multiple access technologies for enterprise connectivity.
• OnePlat vPoP Virtual Point of Presence service extending edge security and performance globally with centralized management for distributed enterprise environments.
• OneWAN SASE Cloud-native Secure Access Service Edge platform combining SD-WAN orchestration, Next-Gen Firewall (FWaaS), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), CASB, and DLP, delivered through 140+ SASE PoPs with AI-driven threat protection and centralized policy management. Targeted at distributed enterprises and security-conscious verticals.
• Data Center Services Tier III+ carrier-grade colocation, GPU leasing, and Data Center-as-a-Service (DCaaS) across 30+ global facilities. Includes AI-ready infrastructure with redundant power, multi-layered physical and network security, ISO 27001/9001 certifications, and direct N×100G connectivity to the global backbone.
• Cloud Direct Connect Dedicated private links via CloudPress Direct Connect to AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and Alibaba Cloud, bypassing the public Internet for low-latency, predictable, and compliant data exchange.
• Cloud Managed Service End-to-end management, monitoring, and optimization for hybrid and multi-cloud environments with AI-assisted analytics, 24×7 NOC/SOC support, and centralized operations portal.
• One2C Multi-Cloud Management Platform Centralized multi-cloud orchestration and monitoring platform providing unified visibility and management across multiple cloud providers with AI-driven insights for hybrid cloud deployments.
• Expert Service Professional consulting, design, deployment, and lifecycle management services for SD-WAN, SASE, cloud, and data-center environments with AI-enhanced O&M and 24×7 multilingual support.

Quantifiable outcome

• AI inspection efficiency improved 10x+, completing in 30 seconds
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability7 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and strategic.

• Empyrion DigitalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 March 2026Strategic MOU signed for data center capacity support across Asia. CypressTel will have capacity optionality for Empyrion's 2nd data centre in Singapore bid, with term sheet agreed for North Asia projects. Partnership aims to support rising demand for scalable, secure, and interconnected infrastructure.
• FortinetcoreTechnology or Integration · 24 July 2025High-level strategic dialogue focused on technical innovation and market synergy in network security. Fortinet is a global leader in cybersecurity; CypressTel is innovator in global SD-WAN + SASE. Combined capabilities create 'Golden Combination' for multinational enterprise network security in US, Southeast Asia, and Latin America markets.
• HuaweicoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 March 2025Collaborative development of intelligent and secure SD-WAN. Joint Innovation Lab established for SD-WAN technology. Huawei iMaster NCE network management system integrated with CypressTel MSP cloud management solution. Partnership enables AI-powered bandwidth utilization up to 90% and 50%+ line cost reduction.
• China MobilecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 27 February 20242023 China Mobile Gold Partner recognition. Deep collaboration in Greater Bay Area expansion with achievements in SD-WAN, SASE security, and other network services. Partnership focused on driving digital transformation across industries.
• Sangfor TechnologiescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2024National strategic partnership for cloud-network integration, SASE security, and cloud computing. Collaborative product R&D, solution development, and coordinated marketing. Leverages Sangfor's SASE leadership (first SASE solution in China, September 2020) with CypressTel's global backbone network and diverse operator resources.
• CAICT (China Academy of Information and Communications Technology)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 November 2023Selected as Partner Unit of CAICT's Computing-Network Industry and Standards Promotion Committee (TC621). Active participation in formulation and promotion of relevant standards for integrated computing and networking industry. Contributed to three industry standards including SD-WAN Multi-Cloud Interconnection Mode (YD/T 6255-2024), SD-WAN Operation Service Technical Requirements (YD/T 6253-2024), and YD/T 4460 SD-WAN Key Technical Indicators Framework.
• EquinixstrategicTechnology or IntegrationGlobal partner ecosystem for data center interconnection and hybrid cloud architecture. Equinix facilities support CypressTel's carrier-neutral colocation and direct cloud connectivity services.
• Digital RealtystrategicTechnology or IntegrationGlobal data center partner supporting colocation and interconnection services. Part of CypressTel's 30+ data center ecosystem across Asia, Europe, and Americas.
• AWS (Amazon Web Services)strategicTechnology or IntegrationCloud partner for Cloud Direct Connect services enabling dedicated, low-latency connectivity to AWS. CypressTel's CloudPress Direct Connect provides private connectivity bypassing public Internet.
• Google CloudstrategicTechnology or IntegrationCloud partner for dedicated connectivity to Google Cloud Platform. Integration with multi-cloud management platform for hybrid and multi-cloud architectures.
• Alibaba CloudstrategicTechnology or IntegrationCloud partner for Cloud Direct Connect enabling dedicated links to Alibaba Cloud. Part of multi-cloud strategy supporting enterprise hybrid cloud deployments.
• China TelecomstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor telecommunications carrier partner. Collaboration on digital ecosystem development, demonstrated by participation in China Telecom's Digital Intelligence Technology Ecosystem Conference.
• ChinaUnicomstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTelecommunications carrier partner in global partner ecosystem. Part of multi-carrier strategy ensuring carrier-neutral connectivity options.
• Tencent CloudstrategicTechnology or IntegrationCloud partner for direct connectivity services. Integration with One2C Multi-Cloud Management Platform for unified cloud orchestration.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Cato Networks: Pure-play SASE/SD-WAN provider offering a global cloud-native platform with its own private backbone. Most directly comparable to CypressTel's OneWAN SD-WAN + SASE architecture; competes for the same multinational enterprise and mid-market SD-WAN replacement deals.
• Versa Networks: SD-WAN and SASE pure-play with strong service-provider go-to-market. Comparable to CypressTel's tier-1 carrier partnerships and SASE feature set (FWaaS, ZTNA, CASB), and explicitly listed as a CypressTel technology partner, indicating overlapping product positioning.
• Sangfor Technologies: China-based cloud computing and cybersecurity vendor with SASE solution (first in China, 2020). National strategic partner of CypressTel but also a direct competitor in China SD-WAN/SASE market; product overlap on FWaaS, ZTNA, and SD-WAN orchestration is significant.
• Aryaka Networks: Managed SD-WAN and SASE provider with owned global backbone and PoPs. Direct comparable to CypressTel's 140+ PoP, 10T+ backbone infrastructure model; both target multinationals needing managed connectivity across regions with SLA-backed performance.

Broad incumbents

• Cisco Systems: Networking incumbent with SD-WAN via Cisco Viptela and Meraki, and Cisco+ Secure Connect SASE. Largest incumbent in enterprise networking with broader portfolio, deeper enterprise install base, and global channel advantage over regional players like CypressTel.
• Palo Alto Networks: Global cybersecurity incumbent with Prisma SASE combining SD-WAN, ZTNA, CASB, and FWaaS. Competes head-to-head for enterprise SASE wallet share and has substantially greater financial firepower and global brand recognition than CypressTel.
• NTT Communications: Global telecom and managed network services arm of NTT, offering SD-WAN, SASE, and cloud connectivity with extensive owned backbone. Comparable managed SD-WAN/SASE portfolio and APAC-to-global delivery model, with substantially larger scale and customer base.
• Fortinet: Broad cybersecurity and networking incumbent with FortiGate SD-WAN and FortiSASE. Strategic partner of CypressTel (announced July 2025), but also directly competes in the same enterprise SASE deals with broader security portfolio and far larger R&D and sales scale.

Regional players

• PCCW Global: Hong Kong-based international telecom operator providing global SD-WAN, SASE, and managed connectivity to enterprises. Same geographic home market and similar APAC-to-global carrier-neutral positioning as CypressTel; overlaps on enterprise WAN and cloud connectivity deals.
• CITIC Telecom CPC: APAC-headquartered managed network services provider (subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International) offering SD-WAN, SASE, cloud connectivity, and managed security across Greater China and APAC. Most direct APAC regional peer in terms of customer base and managed-services go-to-market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/cypresstelecom
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@CypressTel
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cypress-telecom

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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