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ChinaCache
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ChinaCache
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chinacache.com
Company typeenum
Private
Founded yearint
2000
Descriptiontext

ChinaCache is a Beijing-headquartered provider of content delivery network (CDN) and cloud-based services, publicly listed in the United States on the OTC Pink market under the symbol CCIHY. Founded in 1998 (per the firmographic record; an alternate source cites 2000), the company historically built and operated CDN infrastructure with edge computing capabilities, serving customers requiring content delivery optimization for international audiences. At its operational peak, ChinaCache employed 1,001–5,000 people. Founder Song Wang served as chairman and CEO, with Yali Z. Liu holding the role of VP of global business development.

ChinaCache's core technology was a global CDN infrastructure integrated with edge computing, designed to accelerate content delivery across international markets. The company monetized this infrastructure through CDN service contracts with enterprises needing low-latency content distribution; specific pricing models and customer segments are not publicly disclosed. Across multiple funding rounds between 2005 and 2014, ChinaCache raised approximately $118.5 million in aggregate from investors including Qiming Venture Partners, Intel Capital, SIG China, Sigma Partners, Ignition Partners, JIF Capital, Investor Growth Capital, and Starr Companies.

The most significant strategic event in the company's recent history is the February 2023 divestiture of its international CDN business to U.S.-based EdgeNext. EdgeNext integrated ChinaCache's international CDN infrastructure into its global edge cloud platform, which now reports 1,500+ points of presence, 90+ Tbps of network capacity, and serves customers such as Microsoft, Sina, iQIYI, NetEase, Giant Network, GRAFF, and Axiata. The residual standalone ChinaCache entity's current operating status, revenue base, and strategic direction are not clearly documented in the available sources, and the company has not raised public funding since March 2014.

Short descriptiontext

ChinaCache is a Beijing-based provider of content delivery network and cloud services that divested its international CDN business to U.S.-based EdgeNext in February 2023, retaining public listing on U.S. OTC Pink markets under CCIHY.

Operating statusenum
Acquired
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Headcount rangeband
1,001–5,000
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersBeijing, China
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Beijing
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China
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Asia
Markets served

Serves global market

Keyword5 values
content delivery network, CDN services, edge computing, cloud infrastructure, web acceleration
Industry3 codes
1Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
CodeMPAHAIAAPrimaryYes
2Video Streaming & OTT Delivery (Live/VOD, Low-Latency)
CodeHDABAGACPrimaryNo
3Traditional CDN (Static & Dynamic Content Acceleration)
CodeHDABAGAAPrimaryNo
NAICS code1 code
  • Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services5182
SIC code1 code
  • Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc.7370
Product category
Content Delivery Network (CDN) Services
Cost components4 values
Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations
GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeSoftware
Software
Core offering1 text field

ChinaCache provides content delivery network (CDN) services and cloud-based infrastructure to accelerate and optimize the delivery of web content and digital media to global audiences. The company's CDN platform leverages edge computing capabilities to reduce latency and improve content delivery performance for enterprise customers. In February 2023, ChinaCache's international CDN business was acquired by US-based EdgeNext, which integrated the infrastructure into its global edge cloud platform.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Product and service3 records
1Content Delivery Network (CDN) Services
2Edge Computing Services
3Cloud-Based Services
Scale indicator1 record

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership1 partner
1EdgeNext
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2023-02-01
Description

In February 2023, US-based EdgeNext acquired the international business of ChinaCache to strengthen its global edge cloud presence by integrating ChinaCache's international CDN infrastructure. This acquisition enabled EdgeNext to expand its global edge infrastructure footprint.

Recent move4 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight2 records

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Type, Description

Peers10 records
1Akamai Technologies
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Largest global CDN and edge security platform. Comparable as a general-purpose content delivery and edge compute provider serving enterprise and media customers.

2AWS CloudFront
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Hyperscaler CDN bundled into the AWS ecosystem. Represents the dominant global bundled-CDN alternative for international enterprise and media customers.

3Cloudflare
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Global CDN and edge cloud platform bundling security, performance, and developer services. Competes with ChinaCache in CDN and increasingly in edge compute.

4Tencent Cloud
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Hyperscale Chinese cloud provider with integrated CDN and edge services; competes with ChinaCache for media, gaming, and enterprise delivery workloads in China.

5Alibaba Cloud (Aliyun)
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Chinese hyperscaler offering CDN as part of a broader cloud platform. Represents the dominant bundled-cloud competitive threat to an independent Chinese CDN like ChinaCache.

6Wangsu Science & Technology
TypeDirect peer
Description

One of China's largest independent CDN providers, competing head-to-head with ChinaCache for domestic Chinese streaming, gaming, and enterprise customers.

7Fastly
TypeDirect peer
Description

Edge cloud platform focused on programmable CDN, security, and compute@edge. Closely comparable to ChinaCache's CDN-plus-edge-compute positioning.

8EdgeNext
TypeDirect peer
Description

Global edge cloud and CDN provider focused on emerging markets; acquired ChinaCache's international CDN business in February 2023, making it the most directly comparable peer and acquirer.

9Edgio (formerly Limelight Networks)
TypeDirect peer
Description

CDN and edge platform specializing in video streaming, OTT delivery, and application acceleration. Overlaps directly with ChinaCache's content delivery focus.

10CDNetworks
TypeDirect peer
Description

Global CDN with strong Asia-Pacific presence, offering web performance, media delivery, and cloud security. Closely comparable CDN competitor especially across APAC.

Market position
Strengths4 records

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Weaknesses5 records

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Competitive moat4 records

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Key risks5 records

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Key highlights5 records

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Customer concentration

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Ideal customer profile1 record

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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 maturity
App detail

Has app

Feature1 record

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Title, Differentiator, Description, Source

Core technology
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Number of profiles
Profiles2 records

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

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Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds6 records

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

Investors8 records

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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&A

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

Investment2 records

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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 →

ChinaCache

Content Delivery Network (CDN) Serviceschinacache.com

ChinaCache is a Beijing-based provider of content delivery network and cloud services that divested its international CDN business to U.S.-based EdgeNext in February 2023, retaining public listing on U.S. OTC Pink markets under CCIHY.

What ChinaCache does

ChinaCache is a Beijing-headquartered provider of content delivery network (CDN) and cloud-based services, publicly listed in the United States on the OTC Pink market under the symbol CCIHY. Founded in 1998 (per the firmographic record; an alternate source cites 2000), the company historically built and operated CDN infrastructure with edge computing capabilities, serving customers requiring content delivery optimization for international audiences. At its operational peak, ChinaCache employed 1,001–5,000 people. Founder Song Wang served as chairman and CEO, with Yali Z. Liu holding the role of VP of global business development.

ChinaCache's core technology was a global CDN infrastructure integrated with edge computing, designed to accelerate content delivery across international markets. The company monetized this infrastructure through CDN service contracts with enterprises needing low-latency content distribution; specific pricing models and customer segments are not publicly disclosed. Across multiple funding rounds between 2005 and 2014, ChinaCache raised approximately $118.5 million in aggregate from investors including Qiming Venture Partners, Intel Capital, SIG China, Sigma Partners, Ignition Partners, JIF Capital, Investor Growth Capital, and Starr Companies.

The most significant strategic event in the company's recent history is the February 2023 divestiture of its international CDN business to U.S.-based EdgeNext. EdgeNext integrated ChinaCache's international CDN infrastructure into its global edge cloud platform, which now reports 1,500+ points of presence, 90+ Tbps of network capacity, and serves customers such as Microsoft, Sina, iQIYI, NetEase, Giant Network, GRAFF, and Axiata. The residual standalone ChinaCache entity's current operating status, revenue base, and strategic direction are not clearly documented in the available sources, and the company has not raised public funding since March 2014.

ChinaCache firmographics

Firmographics
Name
ChinaCache
Legal name
ChinaCache
Website
https://chinacache.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
2000
Operating status
Acquired
Headcount range
1,001–5,000 employees
Short description
ChinaCache is a Beijing-based provider of content delivery network and cloud services that divested its international CDN business to U.S.-based EdgeNext in February 2023, retaining public listing on U.S. OTC Pink markets under CCIHY.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

ChinaCache industry classification

Industry
Product category
Content Delivery Network (CDN) Services
NAICS
Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182)
SIC
Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)
akta.pro primary industry
Content Delivery Networks (CDN) (MPAHAIAA)
akta.pro secondary industries
Video Streaming & OTT Delivery (Live/VOD, Low-Latency) (HDABAGAC), Traditional CDN (Static & Dynamic Content Acceleration) (HDABAGAA)

Keywords

  • Content delivery network
  • CDN services
  • Edge computing
  • Cloud infrastructure
  • Web acceleration

Where ChinaCache is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Beijing
HQ country
China
HQ region
Asia

Markets served

ChinaCache business model

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

ChinaCache product offering

Product offering

Core offering

ChinaCache provides content delivery network (CDN) services and cloud-based infrastructure to accelerate and optimize the delivery of web content and digital media to global audiences. The company's CDN platform leverages edge computing capabilities to reduce latency and improve content delivery performance for enterprise customers. In February 2023, ChinaCache's international CDN business was acquired by US-based EdgeNext, which integrated the infrastructure into its global edge cloud platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Content Delivery Network (CDN) Services
  • Edge Computing Services
  • Cloud-Based Services

Companies that use ChinaCache

Customer profile

Ideal customer profiles1 record

ChinaCache technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

ChinaCache partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

  • EdgeNextcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2023In February 2023, US-based EdgeNext acquired the international business of ChinaCache to strengthen its global edge cloud presence by integrating ChinaCache's international CDN infrastructure. This acquisition enabled EdgeNext to expand its global edge infrastructure footprint.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights2 records

ChinaCache competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Broad incumbents

  • Akamai Technologies: Largest global CDN and edge security platform. Comparable as a general-purpose content delivery and edge compute provider serving enterprise and media customers.
  • AWS CloudFront: Hyperscaler CDN bundled into the AWS ecosystem. Represents the dominant global bundled-CDN alternative for international enterprise and media customers.
  • Cloudflare: Global CDN and edge cloud platform bundling security, performance, and developer services. Competes with ChinaCache in CDN and increasingly in edge compute.
  • Tencent Cloud: Hyperscale Chinese cloud provider with integrated CDN and edge services; competes with ChinaCache for media, gaming, and enterprise delivery workloads in China.
  • Alibaba Cloud (Aliyun): Chinese hyperscaler offering CDN as part of a broader cloud platform. Represents the dominant bundled-cloud competitive threat to an independent Chinese CDN like ChinaCache.

Direct peers

  • Wangsu Science & Technology: One of China's largest independent CDN providers, competing head-to-head with ChinaCache for domestic Chinese streaming, gaming, and enterprise customers.
  • Fastly: Edge cloud platform focused on programmable CDN, security, and compute@edge. Closely comparable to ChinaCache's CDN-plus-edge-compute positioning.
  • EdgeNext: Global edge cloud and CDN provider focused on emerging markets; acquired ChinaCache's international CDN business in February 2023, making it the most directly comparable peer and acquirer.
  • Edgio (formerly Limelight Networks): CDN and edge platform specializing in video streaming, OTT delivery, and application acceleration. Overlaps directly with ChinaCache's content delivery focus.
  • CDNetworks: Global CDN with strong Asia-Pacific presence, offering web performance, media delivery, and cloud security. Closely comparable CDN competitor especially across APAC.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

ChinaCache social profiles

Digital presence

ChinaCache financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

ChinaCache leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

ChinaCache funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds6 records

Investors8 records

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

ChinaCache M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments2 records

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

Frequently asked questions about ChinaCache

What does ChinaCache do?

ChinaCache provides content delivery network (CDN) services and cloud-based infrastructure to accelerate and optimize the delivery of web content and digital media to global audiences. The company's CDN platform leverages edge computing capabilities to reduce latency and improve content delivery performance for enterprise customers. In February 2023, ChinaCache's international CDN business was acquired by US-based EdgeNext, which integrated the infrastructure into its global edge cloud platform.

Is ChinaCache a public or private company?

ChinaCache is a private company. It is classified as public and is currently acquired.

When was ChinaCache founded?

ChinaCache was founded in 2000. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.

Where is ChinaCache based?

ChinaCache is headquartered in Beijing, China, in the Asia region.

Who are ChinaCache's main competitors?

Broad incumbents on record are Akamai Technologies, AWS CloudFront, Cloudflare, Tencent Cloud and Alibaba Cloud (Aliyun). Direct peers are Wangsu Science & Technology, Fastly, EdgeNext, Edgio (formerly Limelight Networks) and CDNetworks.

Does ChinaCache have an API?

No public API is recorded for ChinaCache.

What industry is ChinaCache in?

ChinaCache's product category is Content Delivery Network (CDN) Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is MPAHAIAA, Content Delivery Networks (CDN), with a secondary code of HDABAGAC, Video Streaming & OTT Delivery (Live/VOD, Low-Latency). Its NAICS code is 5182 and its SIC code is 7370.

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openPR.comAnalysis of Key Market Segments Driving the Multi-Access Edge Computing (MEC)-Enabled Content Delivery Network Cache MarketThe global MEC-enabled CDN cache market is projected to reach $7.49 billion by 2030, growing at an 18.8% CAGR, driven by 5G rollout, AR/VR applications, and IoT demand. In February 2023, US-based EdgeNext acquired the international business of ChinaCache to strengthen its global edge cloud presence by integrating ChinaCache's international CDN infrastructure. In June 2024, US-based Fastly launched its AI Accelerator solution, which uses semantic caching to handle repeated LLM queries locally, reducing latency for AI workloads.openPR.comMobile Content Delivery Network Market Covering Prime Factors and Competitive Outlook till 2026 || ChinaCache, T&T Inc., Akamai Technologies, Internap CorporationThe article reports on the mobile content delivery network market, highlighting its growth factors, technological trends, and key players. It discusses the impact of increased mobile video consumption, 5G expansion, and digital services in driving demand, along with challenges like infrastructure costs and security threats.GlobeNewswireChinaCache Settles Tangyin County People’s Court of Henan Province CaseChinaCache Network Technology (Beijing) Co., Limited was fined RMB 900,000 by Tangyin County People's Court of Henan Province for company bribery. The case has been completed and the judgment has been performed.PR NewswireDEADLINE ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Reminds Investors That a Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against ChinaCache International Holdings Ltd. (NASDAQ: CCIH) and Encourages ChinaCache InvestoBragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is reminding investors of a class action lawsuit filed against ChinaCache International Holdings Ltd. regarding its delayed financial filings and the criminal investigation into its former CEO for enterprise bribery. The complaint highlights that ChinaCache's securities remain halted on NASDAQ due to failures in meeting listing requirements and auditor resignations, rendering the shares essentially valueless. Investors who purchased securities between April 2015 and May 2019 are encouraged to apply to become lead plaintiffs by the August 12, 2019 deadline.PR NewswireLifshitz & Miller LLP Announces Investigation of Adamas Pharmaceuticals, Inc., ASGN Incorporated, Box, Inc., ChinaCache International Holdings Ltd, Mammoth Energy Services, Inc., Realogy Holdings CorpLifshitz & Miller LLP announced investigations into potential securities law violations for eight publicly traded companies: Adamas Pharmaceuticals, ASGN Incorporated, Box, Inc., ChinaCache International Holdings, Mammoth Energy Services, Realogy Holdings, Total System Services, and Verint Systems. The firm cited various triggers for these inquiries, including revenue misses, executive resignations, criminal probes, alleged anti-competitive practices, and breach of fiduciary duties related to mergers.GlobeNewswireNasdaq Halts ChinaCache International Holdings Ltd.Nasdaq halted trading in ChinaCache International Holdings at 11:12:36 a.m. Eastern Time on May 17, 2019, for additional information requested from the company. Trading remains halted until the company fully satisfies Nasdaq's request.GlobeNewswireChinaCache Files 2017 Annual Report on Form 20-FChinaCache International Holdings filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2017 with the SEC on April 30, 2018. The report contains audited consolidated financial statements and is available on the SEC website and the company's investor relations page.GlobeNewswireChinaCache International Holdings Ltd. Announces First SixChinaCache reported H1 2017 net revenue of RMB409.4 million, down 22.6% year-over-year, and a net loss of RMB125.9 million, down from RMB247.4 million. The company plans to shift sales emphasis toward data center and internet exchange center offerings amid fierce CDN competition.GlobeNewswireChinaCache Files 2016 Annual Report on Form 20-FChinaCache International Holdings filed its 2016 annual report on Form 20-F with the SEC on November 14, 2017. The report includes audited consolidated financial statements and is available on the SEC website and the company's investor relations page.PR NewswireC3 Networks clarifies potential misconception regarding relationship with ChinaCacheC3 Networks issued a clarification to dispel market misconceptions regarding its relationship with ChinaCache, stating that the two entities have never had any ownership, partnership, or agency ties. The company emphasized that they are entirely separate entities and any future service exchanges would be conducted as arm's length transactions.