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The internet runs on institutions most people never see. We follow the regional registries, ICANN, the IETF and the operator communities through every board vote, policy fight and court case, and tell you what each move means for your network.
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ARIN expands Board of Trustees, calls for nominations
The ARIN Board of Trustees, now nine members, oversees ARIN’s scope, mission, and fiscal oversight. It will expand to ten members in 2025.
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IAB seeks nominations for new IETF liaison to ICANN Board
OUR TAKE The IAB maintains a close relationship with ICANN, providing recommendations regarding the DNS Root System. These suggestions include increasing the volatility and size of the Root Zone. While the IAB and ICANN have distinct specialties and missions, they both share a…
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RIPE NCC and ICANN collaborate to host Internet Measurement Day
Key subjects discussed included the RIS, RPKI, ITHI Metrics, RIPE Atlas, and insights into Internet resilience in Central Asia.
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‘Trust is gone’: Is the RIPE NCC still fit for purpose?
‘Trust is gone. We have to expect that we are now working in an untrusting environment.’ These ominous words, uttered by Randy Bush, an outspoken stalwart of the internet community for many decades, are an apt precis of the mood that prevailed at the RIPE 88 conference in Kraków…
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ARIN considers 5% fee increase every year amid strategy debates
The primary objective is to maintain a balance between operating costs and revenue, ensuring equitable cost recovery among its diverse membership.
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What is the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF)?
OUR TAKE:Many people compare IETF and W3C together. It can be said that IETF and W3C are the two major standards organizations in the Internet industry. There is no denying that the IETF and W3C are excellent organisations, and they are open standards. The IETF has a broader…
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The role of the ICANN board of directors in Internet governance
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is a global organisation established in 1998 to coordinate and oversee key functions related to the internet’s domain name system (DNS) and IP address allocation. Its primary role is to ensure the stable and secure…
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ICANN launches new gTLD program website
As ICANN pushes forward with this new gTLD program, it must address issues of cost and potential cybersecurity attacks.
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What is ICANN? Inside the non-profit org that ensures the stability of the internet
ICANN, a non-profit org since 1998, manages global domain names/IP addresses, prioritising internet stability amid geopolitical tensions.
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Ofcom proposes stringent child safety measures online
The proposed code includes stringent age verification processes, improved content filters, and 40 additional checks.
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What to understand about APNIC IPv6 addresses?
APNIC, manages IPv6 and IPv4 allocations, important for IPv6 adoption for future Internet growth and network scalability.
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APNIC at PCTA Tech Show: Analyst Mulingbayan fields inquiries
APNIC’s senior internet resource analyst, Anna Mulingbayan tutored 200 entities about internet exchange points and routing.
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How to get an APNIC IPv6 address?
Whether you’re setting up a website, launching a new online service, or expanding your network infrastructure, obtaining an IP address is one of the fundamental steps in establishing connectivity. For those in the Asia-Pacific region, the Asia-Pacific Network Information Centre…
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ICANN commits $200M to support internet development program
ICANN Grant Program seeks to empower the global internet community through strategic funding, enhancing the internet for future generations
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How many regional internet registry are there?
How many regional internet registry are there? company intelligence explains what the organisation operates, where it is exposed, and how its services, customers, partnerships, ownership signals, public evidence, and market role connect to internet infrastructure. The summary…
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ICANN announces DNS training for all internet service providers
DNS training, starting on April 29, aim to equip ISPs with a comprehensive understanding of DNS architecture and operational mechanisms.
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ICANN launches Emergency Assistance Program during crises
ICANN has forged agreements with three key organisations, including the ETC, NetHope, and TSF, to solve internet accessibility.
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ICANN 80 preview: How to create a sustainable internet?
ICANN 80 Policy Forum will take place in Kigali, Rwanda, spanning from 10–13 June 2024. This four-day meeting will delve into critical issues facing the Internet ecosystem. About ICANN 80 Policy Forum ICANN, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers, is a global…
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RIPE NCC engages in ITU Forum, boosts work with CIS countries
Discussions at the forum focused on capacity-building and IPv6 deployment in Asia, with exchanges with Armenian and Kazakh operator unions.
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LACNIC migrates to new RPKI system
LACNIC’s April migration to a new RPKI system promises stability, incorporating IETF standards and open-source tech.
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Case File
Long-cycle governance dossiers with legal, election, and institutional stress analysis.
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Membership, charter, and resource-governance intelligence from the NRS ecosystem.
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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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Operator-level implementation intelligence from APRICOT plus regional and national NOG ecosystems.
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