F5 Networks

F5, Inc. (Nasdaq: FFIV) is a multi-cloud application security and delivery company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1996, F5 provides enterprise-grade application delivery and security services to protect and optimize applications across on-premises, cloud, and edge environments.

F5's core products include the BIG-IP family of application delivery controllers, which provide load balancing, traffic management, and security for applications. The company offers both hardware appliances and virtual editions of its BIG-IP platform. F5's software portfolio includes BIG-IQ for centralized management, iWorkflow for orchestration, and Silverline cloud-based security services. Key security capabilities include web application firewalls, bot defense, DDoS protection, and API security. F5 also provides professional services and support to help customers deploy and manage its solutions.

In recent years, F5 has expanded its cloud and software offerings through acquisitions and organic development. The company launched its F5 Distributed Cloud Services platform in 2022, combining technologies from acquisitions like Volterra and Shape Security. F5 reported USD 693 million in revenue for Q1 fiscal 2024, with software revenue growing 2% year-over-year to represent an increasing portion of total sales. The company continues to focus on helping enterprises secure and deliver applications across hybrid and multi-cloud environments, while also exploring opportunities in emerging areas like AI infrastructure.