MILPITAS, CA--(Marketwire - Sep 8, 2011) - Aryaka, provider of the world's first cloud-based WAN optimization and application acceleration solution, has been named to VentureWire's FASTech 50 list of the most innovative technology start-ups. The editors of Dow Jones VentureWire and a board of leading venture capitalists selected Aryaka from hundreds of venture-backed companies and thousands of nominations.
As part of the FASTech 50, Aryaka Founder and CEO Ajit Gupta will give an overview of Aryaka and discuss disruptive cloud technologies at the Dow Jones FASTech conference, Nov. 8-9 in Redwood City, California.
"Venture capitalists are always searching for start-ups that are developing truly original technology with the potential to transform the marketplace," said Scott Austin, editor of Dow Jones VentureWire. "The FASTech 50 cuts through the clutter of me-too start-ups to highlight companies developing the most innovative and investment-worthy technologies."
The VentureWire FASTech 50 is an annual list of the most investment-worthy technology start-ups as selected by a board of leading venture capitalists and the editors of Dow Jones VentureWire. This year's theme was innovation. To be eligible for the list, a company must be based in the U.S., venture-backed and have launched a product within the last three years that breaks from conventional methods, introduces a novel technology or markedly advances an existing product or service.
"It is a privilege to receive this honor," said Ajit Gupta, Aryaka Founder and CEO. "We are thrilled to have the recognition of Dow Jones and VentureWire. The entire Aryaka team deserves credit for helping make our cloud-based WAN optimization a new and better way for enterprises to connect their international teams for improved communication and collaboration."
To view the FASTech 50 list, visit http://fastech.dowjones.com/index.php/speakers#fastech50.
About Aryaka
Aryaka is the world's first cloud-based WAN optimization company solving application and network performance issues faced by the distributed enterprise. Aryaka has been named "Cool Vendor" by a leading analyst firm and to the GigaOm Structure 50 list for companies that will shape the future of cloud computing. Aryaka eliminates the need for expensive and complex appliances as well as long-haul connectivity, and enhances collaboration across locations. It offers significant cost, ease-of-use and performance advantages, helping global companies achieve dramatic productivity gains and increased visibility into their WAN applications, locations and performance, while providing 24/7 world-class support. To learn more, visit www.aryaka.com. Follow us at twitter.com/aryakanetworks, facebook.com/aryakanetworks, and on linkedin.com/company/aryaka-networks.
About Dow Jones FASTech
Dow Jones VentureWireFASTech, November 8-9 in Redwood City, Calif., will assess the dynamics driving innovation and success in the technology industry through exclusive interviews, analysis driven by Dow Jones editors and presentations from the most investment-worthy start-ups pre-screened by leading venture capitalists. To register, visit http://fastech.dowjones.com/.
Contact Information:
For additional information, please contact:
Sonal Puri
Aryaka
+1 408 273 8420 x1114
Larry Smalheiser
Trainer Communications for Aryaka
+1 925 271 8211
