1. Gabor de Wit appointed as COO
Gabor de Wit will assume the role of Chief Registry Operations Officer at RIPE NCC starting May 1, 2025, following an extensive search for the position. Source
2. RIPE NCC and ITU promote IPv6
The RIPE NCC and ITU signed a Joint Declaration to enhance IPv6 deployment and internet infrastructure, focusing on capacity building and sustainable internet practices. Source
3. PeeringDB mandates MFA and API keys
Effective July 1, 2025, PeeringDB will require users to implement multi-factor authentication and obtain API keys for automated updates, enhancing user account security. Source
4. APNIC Academy offers IPv6 certification
The APNIC Academy will launch an IPv6 certification program in 2025, starting with beta trials in Bangladesh and Thailand, aimed at improving IPv6 knowledge and skills. Source
5. ICANN82 GAC Communiqué released
The ICANN82 Governmental Advisory Committee has released its communiqué, summarizing discussions and outcomes from the recent meeting, available for public review. Source
6. ICANN updates on AFRINIC receiver
ICANN reported on the appointment of Mr. Gowtamsingh Dabee as the receiver for AFRINIC, tasked with restoring governance and conducting board elections by April 25, 2025. Source
7. India reaches 250 million 5G users
India has surpassed 250 million 5G users, with Vi entering the market, marking a significant milestone in the country’s telecommunications landscape. Source
8. Nokia automates fiber deployments
Nokia has launched Broadband Easy, a digital platform aimed at automating fiber deployments, promising up to 20% faster rollouts and lower costs for broadband providers. Source
9. Chinese hackers infiltrated Asian telcos
A report reveals that Chinese hackers, known as Weaver Ant, infiltrated Asian telecom providers for years, using advanced techniques to maintain stealthy access and gather intelligence. Source
10. ISPA UK and INCA launch guidelines
ISPA UK and INCA have released guidelines for the placement of telecom poles to improve broadband rollout and enhance community engagement during infrastructure deployment. Source
11. Equinix appoints James Tyler
Equinix has announced the appointment of James Tyler as UK managing director, aiming to strengthen its operations and boost growth in the region. Source
12. Nvidia risks ‘IBM moment’
Nvidia faces potential pitfalls in its costly GPU strategy amid a shifting focus towards AI, raising concerns similar to historical challenges faced by IBM. Source
