The merger will deliver fiber, broadband, LTE/5G, and LEO satellite connectivity within a unified, software-defined architecture designed for mission-critical environments.
Fort Lauderdale, FL – Feb. 23, 2026 – Contrivian, a technology company providing intelligent mission-critical connectivity, and Big Network, a software innovator focused on ultra-reliable networking, have agreed to merge, subject to standard closing procedures, to deliver software-defined performance, orchestration, and transport-layer intelligence across hybrid network environments. The combined platform enables seamless performance across fiber, broadband, LTE/5G, and LEO satellite networks, dynamically adapting before outages or congestion affect application performance. The combined company will operate under the Contrivian name.
Big Network’s multi-WAN and edge connectivity technology will be directly integrated into Contrivian’s existing Lighthouse platform. Lighthouse continuously measures real-world network conditions and selects optimal paths across available circuits to ensure application performance. The addition of Big Network’s ethernet transport-layer capabilities strengthens Contrivian’s ability to orchestrate traffic at the edge, improve failover behavior, and enhance resilience across diverse access types.
“The merger deepens our control at the network layer,” said Grant Kirkwood, CEO at Contrivian. “We are not just combining access types. We are orchestrating multi-modal connectivity with new intelligence. The result is a unified, software-defined architecture that protects application performance across fiber, wireless and LEO satellite. It enables Contrivian to serve the strictest requirements in networking and support mission-critical applications and services. We’re excited to welcome the Big Network team and build the next phase of Contrivian together.”
Big Network develops software designed to address complex edge deployment challenges, including resilient multi-WAN networking, static IP continuity over satellite and wireless networks, access to remote IT infrastructure, and transparent Layer 2 services. Tom Daly, President and CEO of Big Network will join the Contrivian board and serve as Principal Technologist.
“Big Network was built to solve real-world edge challenges at scale,” said Tom Daly, President and CEO at Big Network. “Integrating our platform with Contrivian’s architecture allows us to deliver deeper transport intelligence and more predictable connectivity outcomes across fiber, wireless, and satellite networks. This is massive in the market, and we look forward to innovating together with the Contrivian team.”
The combined platform reinforces Contrivian’s position as a purpose-built, software-defined connectivity leader focused on mission-critical environments. As additional LEO constellations enter commercial availability, the unified architecture strengthens Contrivian’s ability to intelligently integrate and manage multiple satellite networks within a single, software-defined framework.
About Contrivian
Contrivian is a technology company specializing in mission-critical connectivity for enterprise and government organizations. The company integrates fiber, broadband, LTE/5G, and low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite into a unified, software-defined architecture designed for performance and resilience.
Its proprietary Lighthouse technology continuously monitors network conditions and dynamically routes traffic based on real-time performance data. Its North Star platform provides centralized visibility and lifecycle management across global deployments.
Contrivian serves public sector agencies, healthcare providers, energy operators, financial institutions, and other organizations operating in environments where connectivity must remain stable and predictable. Headquartered in San Francisco, the company delivers managed connectivity services worldwide.
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About Big Network
Big Network builds resilient multi-WAN connectivity software designed to solve edge deployment challenges at scale. Its technology supports high-reliability networking use cases including multi-path transport optimization, static IP continuity over satellite and wireless networks, and transparent Layer 2 services delivered through a repeatable, software-driven architecture.