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Registration opens for APNIC 60 in Da Nang this September

APNIC 60 registration opens for September conference in Viet Nam, featuring workshops, talks, and networking opportunities.

Registration opens for APNIC 60 in Da Nang this September

Headline

APNIC 60 registration opens for September conference in Viet Nam, featuring workshops, talks, and networking opportunities.

Context

APNIC has opened registration for its 60th conference, set for 4–11 September 2025 in Da Nang, Viet Nam. The event will take place at the Furama Resort Danang and is hosted by the Viet Nam Internet Network Information Center (VNNIC). The first five days will focus on hands-on workshops covering topics like network management, routing, and cybersecurity. From 9 to 11 September, the main conference will include technical sessions, policy discussions, and Special Interest Group (SIG) meetings. The final day will feature the APNIC Members Meeting.

Evidence

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Analysis

APNIC Members can register one person for free. Others must pay USD 75 to attend in person. Online participation remains free. Attendees can save money by registering before 31 July. The Call for Presentations is now open. APNIC is looking for talks, tutorials, and Lightning Talks. Topics include IPv6, routing, cybersecurity, cloud services, and emerging tech such as AI and quantum computing. The deadline to submit is 30 June. The programme committee expects most speaking slots to fill before then. Also read: APNIC updates on resource audit at APRICOT 2025 Also read: APNIC faces tough questions on ICP-2 update, finances, and governance at AGM 2025 APNIC 60 brings together Internet professionals from across the region to learn and share ideas. But some questions remain. Although virtual attendance is free, many key sessions and networking opportunities are more accessible to those attending in person. This may limit participation from smaller operators or people in less-connected regions.

Key Points

  • Early bird discount ends 31 July; online participation is free
  • Speaker submissions close 30 June, with limited slots available

Actions

Pending intelligence enrichment.

Author

a.tang@btw.media