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ICANN seeks NomCom leadership for 2026
What happened: ICANN seeks Chair and Chair-Elect for 2026 NomCom The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has officially announced a call for expressions of interest for the positions of Chair and Chair-Elect for the 2026 Nominating Committee (NomCom). This…
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X86 Network returns as top-tier Diamond Sponsor for MyNOG-12 2025
X86 Network has once again pledged its commitment to Malaysia’s digital advancement by returning as the top-tier Diamond Sponsor of MyNOG-12, the country’s foremost gathering for network operators and internet infrastructure professionals. Having previously sponsored MyNOG-9 and…
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RIPE NCC ends community projects fund
RIPE NCC ends Community Projects Fund after review of effectiveness and resource use, affecting EUR 1.6 million in grants.
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ARIN releases 2024 annual report
What happened: ARIN publishes 2024 annual report on operations and policy updates On April 8, 2025, ARIN announced the availability of its 2024 Annual Report. This comprehensive document provides an overview of the organization’s activities, including updates from the President…
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LACNIC launches applied research initiatives for the internet
What happened:LACNIC collaborates on internet infrastructure development LACNIC has launched an Applied Research initiative aimed at strengthening the internet across Latin America and the Caribbean from 2021 to 2025. This effort involves collaboration with academic institutions…
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Thai Customs Department: Facilitating trade and security
Balancing efficiency and regulatory compliance The Thai Customs Department, operating under the Ministry of Finance, serves as a cornerstone of Thailand’s economic infrastructure. Responsible for managing over £50 billion in annual import-export transactions, the agency ensures…
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Cisco bolsters IETF support with $1.3M equipment donation
Cisco donates $1.3 million in equipment to IETF, enhancing meeting networks for global internet standardisation efforts.
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IETF 122 highlights key discussions
IETF 122 focuses on routing security and IPv6, addressing critical challenges and shaping future internet protocols and standards.
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Routing security insights at APRICOT 2025
The routing security panel at APRICOT 2025 emphasized significant challenges and proposed effective solutions for enhancing network security.
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Thailand’s Tobacco Authority: Regulation and stewardship
Governance and agricultural stewardship The Tobacco Authority of Thailand (TOAT), a state-owned enterprise under Thailand’s Ministry of Finance, plays a pivotal role in overseeing the cultivation, processing, and distribution of tobacco products nationwide. Founded during a…
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LACNIC addresses routing incidents affecting internet stability
What happened: LACNIC improves security following routing incidents LACNIC has recently addressed several routing incidents that have impacted internet stability across Latin America and the Caribbean. These disruptions were caused by configuration errors and malicious…
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Ofcom fines OnlyFans operator $1.4 million
Ofcom penalises OnlyFans £1.05m for age verification failures
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RIPE NCC and ITU collaborate to promote IPv6 deployment
What happened: RIPE NCC and ITU sign agreement to promote IPv6 and internet development On 7 March 2025, the Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the RIPE Network Coordination Centre (RIPE NCC) signed a Joint…
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Gábor de Wit named RIPE NCC registry operations chief
What happened: Gábor de Wit appointed as RIPE NCC’s chief registry operations officer The RIPE Network Coordination Centre (RIPE NCC) has announced the appointment of Gábor de Wit as its new Chief Registry Operations Officer (CROO), effective 1 May 2025. In this role, de Wit will…
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Ofcom enforces Online Safety Act
The UK’s Online Safety Act, enforced from 17 March 2025, requires online platforms to implement measures against illegal content.
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LACNIC reveals insights on combating modern phishing tactics
What happened: LACNIC highlights urgent phishing trends LACNIC recently published a blog post highlighting three key trends in phishing that have emerged in the cybersecurity landscape. The article emphasises the rise of smishing, which uses SMS to deceive users, accounting for…
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AFRINIC’s governance challenges and the future of Africa’s internet
Allegations of AFRINIC IP address misappropriation raised concerns over transparency, as 4.1 million addresses were stolen and sold.
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ARIN adds video verification for new Org ID requests
What happened: ARIN introduces enhanced verification for new organization ID requests ARIN announced an update to its verification process for new Organization ID (Org ID) requests. The change introduces an additional step where requesters may be required to complete a video…
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ARIN to host ‘On the Road’ workshop in Raleigh
What happened: ARIN to host ‘On the Road’ workshop in Raleigh on internet resource management The American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN) is bringing its ‘ARIN on the Road’ event to Raleigh, North Carolina, on 13 March 2025. Hosted at the DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh…
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ICANN receiver update anchors AFRINIC's court-supervised board reset
ICANN's March 2025 receiver update records the court appointment of Gowtamsingh Dabee over AFRINIC and makes board reconstruction a legitimacy test.
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Five regional sessions tracking allocation policy, board legitimacy, and institutional continuity.
Open RIR WatchdogCase File
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DNS coordination, accountability frameworks, and global multi-stakeholder process dynamics.
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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.
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