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ICANN publishes new DNSSEC trust anchor to prepare for 2026
OUR TAKEICANN, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers, recently announced an important update in the realm of internet security with the publication of a new DNSSEC (Domain Name System Security Extensions) trust anchor. This update is going to make the DNS, which…

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China-based EV makers hit with European Union tariffs
The EU Commission to impose up to 36.3% duties on Chinese EVs, prompting China-based makers to rethink their European market strategy.

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Jia Rong Low becomes APNIC’s new director general
OUR TAKEJia Rong Low, formerly vice president and managing director of ICANN’s Asia Pacific office, has been named as the next director general of APNIC, set to assume his role in October 2024. He takes over from Paul Wilson who resigned from the role after 25 years. Wilson was…

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RIPE NCC responds to the Taipei Representative Office’s complaint
OUR TAKE How to refer to certain geographic regions and territories is a long-running problem for organisations caught between China and what it claims are its overseas terrirotories. RIPE NCC uses the internationally recognised ISO system, specifically the 3166-1 list to assign…

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Central Bank of Congo maintains key rate amid inflation decline
The Central Bank of the Congo (BCC) has decided to keep its key rate unchanged at 25% and maintain reserve requirements, despite a decline in inflation.

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RIPE NCC’s IPv6 course is now available in Ukrainian and Russian
OUR TAKE IPv6, the latest version of the Internet Protocol designed to replace IPv4 and address the limitations of its predecessor, has been crucial to the development of the Internet. The translated courses contribute to improving the cybersecurity knowledge of network operators…

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The Central Bank of Congo refutes $300B transfer claim
The BCC denied blocking a $300 billion transfer, stating no such deposit was received and that it cannot open accounts for private entities under current laws.

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ARIN to enhance security services with RPKI and IRR Integration
OUR TAKEARIN aims to implement new features in a software update to enhance the integration of its Resource Public Key Infrastructure (RPKI) and Internet Route Registration (IRR) routing security services. These enhancements are based on feedback from the 20 September 2023…

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Who is Kurtis Lindqvist? New president & CEO of ICANN, forming the future of internet governance
Kurtis Lindqvist is renowned for his contributions to building a secure, resilient, and inclusive global Internet.

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Can artificial intelligence achieve consciousness?
The question of whether artificial intelligence (AI) can develop consciousness has moved beyond the realm of science fiction to become a critical area of scientific inquiry. As AI technologies evolve and increasingly mimic human decision-making and behaviour, the possibility of…

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The International Telecommunication Union: What this unsung UN agency does
OUR TAKEThe ITU stands as a cornerstone in shaping the global landscape of telecommunications and information technologies. This United Nations specialised agency has been at the forefront of establishing and harmonising standards, fostering innovation, and facilitating…

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ICANN appoints Kurtis Lindqvist as new president and CEO
OUR TAKEICANN has appointed Kurt Erik “Kurtis” Lindqvist as its next president and CEO, effective 5 December 2024. With more than 30 years of experience, including as CEO of the London Internet Exchange, Lindqvist is well prepared to enhance ICANN’s critical role in ensuring a…

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IDNOG 2024: HI-tech network innovations come to Jakarta
OUR TAKEThe shared knowledge and connections on IDNOG 2024 formed here will drive the network operations industry forward, making it an essential event for professionals in the field. The event’s emphasis on advanced technologies, professional development, and networking ensures…

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South Korean court to rule on arrest warrant for Kakao founder
A South Korean court is reviewing a warrant to arrest Kakao Corp founder Brian Kim for alleged stock manipulation in a 2023 acquisition.

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German government’s bitcoin sales cause market turmoil
OUR TAKEThe German government’s decision to offload its bitcoin reserves has had a pronounced effect on the cryptocurrency market, shaking investor confidence and triggering a notable price decline. While some view these sales as a pragmatic approach to asset liquidation, others…

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US court rejects challenges to FCC approval of SpaceX satellites
A U.S. appeals court supports SpaceX’s plan to deploy thousands of Starlink satellites.

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JANOG54 Kicks Off in Nara: Bridging network innovations
The JANOG54 meeting was held in Nara City, Nara Prefecture from Wednesday, July 3 to Friday, July 5, 2024. The JANOG conference is a place where all kinds of people come together to discuss, and this year’s theme is “Connecting to the Internet.” At present, JANOG has grown into a…

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German government’s bitcoin sales trigger market decline
In January 2024, Saxony police seized 50,000 bitcoins worth $2.2 billion. For weeks, Germany has been selling hundreds of millions in bitcoin.

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A short guide to data collection for AI
The adoption of generative AI and other AI-powered solutions is rapidly growing. Organisations need to collect and harvest large amounts of data, either by themselves or by working with AI data collection services, to successfully leverage these technologies, specifically to…

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RIPE NCC’s controversial IPv6 policy change: Innovation booster or roadblock?
The Address Policy Working Group session at RIPE 88 revealed broad support for refining the application of IPv6 policies.
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RIR Watchdog
Five regional sessions tracking allocation policy, board legitimacy, and institutional continuity.
Open RIR WatchdogCase File
Long-cycle governance dossiers with legal, election, and institutional stress analysis.
Open Case FileNumber Resource Society
Membership, charter, and resource-governance intelligence from the NRS ecosystem.
Open NRS SessionICANN
DNS coordination, accountability frameworks, and global multi-stakeholder process dynamics.
Open ICANN SessionIETF
Protocol standardization trajectory and interoperability risk under fragmented policy conditions.
Open IETF SessionHistory of Internet
Long-cycle infrastructure history used for governance interpretation and structural forecasting.
Open History SessionNOGs
Operator-level implementation intelligence from APRICOT plus regional and national NOG ecosystems.
Open NOGs Session