Juniper Networks Partners with Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games

AI-Native Networking Platform ensures seamless digital connectivity and secure access during Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

MILAN--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Milano Cortina 2026 Foundation and Juniper Networks (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in secure and AI-Native Networking, have entered a partnership to enhance the digital infrastructure for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. This collaboration is designed to optimize network systems, safeguard data, and streamline virtual information management for this global event.

Juniper Networks, making its debut as a partner in the Olympics and Paralympics, brings advanced technological solutions to support the Organizing Committee. The company will manage digital complexities such as real-time data handling, cybersecurity, and high-volume network demands, ensuring smooth operations throughout the event.

Leveraging its AI-Native Networking Platform, Juniper provides predictable, reliable, and secure connections for devices, users, applications, and resources. The platform's industry-leading wired, wireless, routing, and security solutions guarantee simple and dependable access to digital assets and information during the games.

Sujai Hajela, Executive Vice President, AI-Driven Enterprise at Juniper Networks, commented

The partnership with the Milano Cortina 2026 Foundation reflects our commitment to technological excellence and shared values of inclusion and employee well-being. Our principles of prioritizing people, equality, and diversity align with the Organizing Committee’s vision, making the Games a model of people-centric values.

The partnership underscores the value that intelligent technology brings to large-scale sports events. Juniper’s AI-Native Networking Platform delivers the data-driven reliability and security needed to manage the demands of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, providing exceptional connectivity and robust protection of digital assets.

Chris Barnard, Vice President, Telecoms and Infrastructure (Europe), IDC, stated

Juniper’s collaboration with Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026 will showcase Juniper’s high-performance networking services. As the official secure IP network provider, Juniper will tackle the event's complexity across multiple locations. Additionally, Juniper will adopt a circular economy approach, ensuring all equipment is collected and recycled post-event, promoting environmental sustainability.

Mario Manfredoni, Senior Sales Director, South Europe, Juniper Networks, added

Juniper’s goal is to ensure that no equipment goes to waste or ends up in landfills, fostering an environmentally friendly business model. The products will be reintegrated into the production process as pre-owned items through Juniper’s partner.

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