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The 10 Hottest Networking Startups Of 2021 (So Far)
Gina Narcisi
With hybrid cloud and edge networking top of mind, here are 10 enterprise networking upstarts MSPs should know about that are making their mark on 2021 so far.

Aviatrix
CEO: Steve Mullaney
Hybrid cloud network upstart Aviatrix Systems Inc. is making a name for itself by offering visibility into complex, multi-cloud networks for enterprises that are demand cloud-native networking offerings that support new ways of accessing applications. That means, the longtime networking incumbents won’t be winning in the new world, the company told CRN.
The Santa Clara, Calif.-based company is looking to go to market with partners, but especially those solution providers that aren’t tied to the on-premise world. Aviatrix in February secured a $75 million Series D round.
Aviatrix’s long list of customers include VMware, Netflix and NASA.