1. ARIN 56 sponsorships now available
ARIN invites sponsors for its upcoming ARIN 56 Public Policy and Members Meeting in Arlington, Texas, scheduled for 30–31 October 2025. Source
2. ARIN to retire Origin AS field
ARIN will retire the Origin Autonomous System (Origin AS) field on 28 July 2025, impacting routing security and registry data management. Source
3. ARIN launches new e-learning platform
ARIN has introduced the ARIN Academy, a free, interactive e-learning platform offering courses on ARIN services and best practices. Source
4. APNIC concludes RIR governance consultation
APNIC has concluded its consultation on the draft RIR governance document, gathering community feedback for potential policy updates. Source
5. Vantage secures $5bn green loans
Vantage Data Centers has secured $5 billion in green loans to support its North American expansion and sustainability initiatives. Source
6. Exa Infrastructure updates leadership team
Exa Infrastructure has announced changes to its leadership team, aiming to strengthen its strategic direction and operational efficiency. Source
7. Nokia leads EU drone project
Nokia will lead a new European Union-funded project focused on drone and robotics infrastructure, enhancing technological capabilities. Source
8. Zayo delivers network to GNM
Zayo Europe has delivered a pan-European network to GNM, enhancing connectivity and data transmission capabilities across the region. Source
9. Qatar opens telecom infrastructure
Qatar’s CRA has opened access to over 4,860 km of government telecom infrastructure, promoting competition and service expansion. Source
10. Vodacom CEO discusses Vodafone Egypt
Vodacom’s CEO has provided insights into the company’s strategic plans regarding its stake in Vodafone Egypt. Source
11. Meta signs 20-year nuclear deal
Meta has signed a 20-year agreement with Constellation Energy to power its AI data centres with nuclear energy starting in 2027. Source
12. Trump overhauls AI Safety Institute
President Trump has restructured the AI Safety Institute, renaming it the Centre for AI Standards and Innovation, focusing on national security. Source
