- In the Opening Plenary, Huston questioned the resistance to adopting key security measures like DNSSEC and RPKI. During the IPv6 Working Group, he analysed barriers slowing IPv6 adoption.
- RIPE 89 hosted 642 onsite and 120+ online participants for five days of collaborative sessions, addressing critical Internet infrastructure challenges.
What happened
Geoff Huston, APNIC’s Chief Scientist, gave a pre-recorded talk during the Opening Plenary of RIPE 89 in Prague, Czech Republic, from 28 October to 1 November 2024, titled “Is Infrastructure Security an Internet Market Failure?”. He challenged the ongoing reluctance to adopt key security measures like DNSSEC and RPKI, urging urgent action.
In another session, Huston addressed the IPv6 Working Group, analysing the slow adoption of IPv6. He highlighted technical, operational, and economic obstacles that still need to be addressed.
RIPE 89 provided a platform for collaboration and discussions on the Internet’s future. For more details, view the full agenda online.
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Why it is important
RIPE 89 tackled key challenges in Internet infrastructure. The event brought together over 750 participants, both onsite and online, fostering dialogue and collaboration. APNIC played a vital role, with Geoff Huston’s talks highlighting critical issues like the limited adoption of DNSSEC, RPKI, and IPv6. These technologies are essential for a secure and scalable Internet, yet their slow uptake threatens global connectivity and stability.
The event also encouraged knowledge-sharing and alignment among stakeholders. This collaboration drives progress in policy and technical implementation. Discussions at RIPE 89 shape the future of Internet governance and innovation.
By addressing these pressing concerns, RIPE 89 underscored the value of collective action. It demonstrated how cooperation is key to overcoming barriers and building a more secure, resilient, and scalable Internet for an increasingly connected world.
