IBM Aspera Connect
IBM Aspera Connect is a high-speed file transfer application designed for enterprise users, media companies, and research institutions that need to move large datasets reliably over long distances. It uses IBM's proprietary FASP protocol to accelerate transfers well beyond standard HTTP or FTP, making it essential for workflows involving video files, scientific data, genomic sequences, and other massive payloads. The application typically runs as a daemon and integrates with web browsers via extensions, allowing seamless transfer initiation from web portals and content management systems.
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1 suggestionThe search results provide only information about the Chrome Web Store extension and mention version 3.9.0, but do not explicitly confirm whether IBM has released a native Apple Silicon build of the core Aspera Connect application. IBM is an actively maintained enterprise software vendor with a strong track record of supporting modern hardware, making it likely they have addressed Apple Silicon compatibility, but we cannot confirm this with certainty from available search results. Contact IBM directly or visit their Aspera product page to confirm whether a native build is available for your Mac. Given that Rosetta 2 will be removed in macOS 28 (September 2028), this is important to clarify before that deadline if you rely on Aspera Connect for regular transfers. If IBM has not yet released a native version, ask them explicitly about their macOS 28 compatibility roadmap.
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