NRJ Group first to adopt Akamai's Bitmovin-powered AMP2 media player
France's NRJ Group has become the first client to adopt Akamai's AMP2 (Adaptive Media Player 2) for its mobile and web streaming operations, extending its existing CDN partnership with Akamai. AMP2 was introduced in Q4 2025 as an evolution of the original AMP, powered by Bitmovin technology for player functionality.
Key Takeaways
- NRJ Group, including radio stations and music TV channel NRJ Hits, is the first to deploy Akamai's AMP2.
- The deployment migrates NRJ's mobile and web streaming operations to the new player.
- AMP2 was introduced in Q4 2025 as an evolution of the original AMP.
- The player functionality within AMP2 is powered by Bitmovin technology.
Why It Matters
NRJ Group's adoption marks the first live deployment of Akamai's AMP2, showcasing its readiness for broader market use. This collaboration indicates a strategy by Akamai to enhance its media player capabilities through partnerships like Bitmovin, potentially offering a more integrated solution stack to streaming clients. The move could influence how other large broadcasters and content owners evaluate their player and CDN solutions, favoring vendors that offer both. Watch for further client announcements from Akamai regarding AMP2 and its impact on performance metrics for early adopters.
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