Network Infrastructure Intelligence

IPv4 transfer markets, BGP routing security, RPKI adoption, and ASN governance — analysis for network operators.

RIPE tools stop BGP hijacks in real time now

See how 76% of IPv4 space now uses RPKI to stop hijacks. I break down the new RIPEstat tools you need today.

With 3,049 votes already cast, register by May 20 via the LIR Portal to influence the Executive Board and charging schemes before deadlines pass.

Ciena's backlog hit $7.7 billion as optical demand surges. I analyze why copper can no longer support modern AI training clusters.

AI workloads will hit 50% of traffic by 2027. Your current IPv4 setup likely cannot handle this network supercycle without upgrades.

With 773 LIRs stuck on the RIPE waiting list, free allocation is over. I analyze the shift to market transfers and rising costs.

With 95,511 BSNL sites live, active sharing merges public and private assets to stop a telecom duopoly in India.

With 65% of firms using AI, BGP leaks cost more. We weigh PeerLock's speed against ASPA's universal safety for your network.

Asia's vacancy rate dropped to 10.9% as grids limit growth. I break down why AI demand is outpacing new builds in 2026.

With RPKI valid traffic at 62.5%, legacy IRR fails. Learn how active path verification stops middle ASNs from causing global outages.

Akamai moves 15% of global traffic, yet DNS steering fails when users query open resolvers like 1.1.1.1 instead of local ISP servers.

SEE 14 in Belgrade tackles the 2–3% IPv6 growth stall. Join engineers April 21–22 to fix routing gaps before obsolescence hits.

With 88% expecting cost surges, RIPE offers payment extensions to keep Middle East operators online during active conflict and cash flow issues.