Akamai Technologies Inc. has partnered with Queue-it, a leading provider of virtual waiting room services, to launch a new joint solution called Hype Event Protection. This collaboration aims to combat automated bots that target high-demand online events such as product launches, concert ticket sales, and limited-edition releases. By integrating Akamai's Bot Manager with Queue-it's virtual waiting room, Hype Event Protection offers advanced multi-layered defense against bots, helping organizations ensure fair access and protect their brand reputation during critical online sales. The solution has already demonstrated success, blocking millions of bots and significantly improving genuine customer access for major ticketing providers.