This Tuesday, Akamai announced our intent to acquire Linode . The acquisition is intended to create the world’s most distributed compute platform. This new cloud to edge platform will make it easier for developers and businesses to build, run, and secure applications, especially given the complexities of Web3. Decentralized apps and data, new experiences like the metaverse, and token based economies backed by blockchain require applications that are easy to deploy, fast moving, and secure. The simplest solution is an accessible, seamless continuum of compute, which will be provided by Akamai and Linode. The possibilities for cloud to edge compute enabled applications are as endless as they are exciting. \r\n One thing this acquisition is not about is turning Linode away from small businesses and pivoting to enterprises. By adding Akamai’s scale, distribution and security, Akamai and Linode can help more developers create more applications of all shapes and sizes.…