BGP data: Filtering the 50% of routing noise
One peer sent 2.93 billion updates in a day. Learn how to filter this pathological BGP noise and reclaim accurate routing intelligence.
Nikita Sinitsyn
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Nikita Sinitsyn
11 min read
RIPE Meeting 2026: Why 394 Signatures Matter
I break down why the 394-member threshold shapes the 2026 agenda and what it means for your LIR status in Edinburgh.
Nikita Sinitsyn
9 min read
APNIC 62 Mumbai: My Take on Hybrid Cloud Shifts
With 53% of firms moving to hybrid cloud, I break down APNIC 62's split schedule and how to submit your lightning talk by Sept 8.
Nikita Sinitsyn
9 min read
APNIC policy costs: Why $0.60 leasing rates matter
Outdated contacts cause 22% of bounced abuse alerts. Learn how APNIC policy changes and rising leasing rates directly impact your network's bottom line.
Nikita Sinitsyn
13 min read
RIPE Infrastructure Plans for Q2 2026 Revealed
The Q2 2026 plan targets schema normalization to fix legacy friction. With global investment hitting $2026.71 billion, LIRs need stable tools.
Nikita Sinitsyn
7 min read
Native CloudWatch metrics fix Direct Connect blind spots
Stop guessing at network health. Use the 3 new native metrics launched March 30, 2026, to see exact prefix counts and session states instantly.
Nikita Sinitsyn
14 min read
Amazon VMware migrations without refactoring code
Migrate VMware workloads to AWS without refactoring. Learn how the two-layer network model supports the projected 45% public cloud spend shift.
Nikita Sinitsyn
14 min read
IPv6 physical labs reshape APNIC training for 2026
With 50% capability reached, I analyze how new physical labs and automated tools prepare operators for the next wave of growth.
Nikita Sinitsyn
13 min read
npNOG gatherings fix gaps school missed for me
See how npNOG helped tackle the 3.4M cyber role shortage. My journey from local meetups to APRICOT 2026 shows why showing up matters.
Nikita Sinitsyn
2 min read
Cloud WAN fixes hybrid routing across regions
See how Betsson cut costs across 3 continents by replacing complex mesh topologies with segment-based Cloud WAN routing policies.
Nikita Sinitsyn
16 min read
ARIN Fellowship insights from Louisville's 15 fellows
I break down how 15 fellows navigate ARIN 57 in Louisville to shape internet number resource policy through direct mentorship and observation.
Nikita Sinitsyn
11 min read
ARIN Policy 2026.1: Why LIR Definitions Changed
ARIN's March 3, 2026 update clarifies LIR rules. With 53% of firms using hybrid cloud, precise IP governance is now critical for compliance.
Nikita Sinitsyn
12 min read
Classless routing fixes: Stop BGP table bloat now
Geoff Huston warns that 461,596 routing entries risk collapse. Learn how classless design fixes the rigid waste of old class-based blocks.
Nikita Sinitsyn
11 min read
RIPE IPv4 scarcity hits $45 per unit
With 773 LIRs queued and prices at $45, I explain why RIPE membership is now critical for securing your network assets today.
Nikita Sinitsyn
12 min read
Indonesia internet gaps: 2025 stats reveal truth
Despite 80.66% penetration, Indonesia's archipelago faces deep connectivity gaps. I analyze the 2025 policy and technical realities ahead of APRICOT 2026.
Nikita Sinitsyn
12 min read
RPKI path security: The shift past origin checks
With a 539% rise in unique ASPA Customer ASIDs, I break down how network operators are securing BGP paths beyond simple origin checks.
Nikita Sinitsyn
11 min read
IPv6mostly Rollouts: Google's Data on 2027 Automation
See how 30% of enterprises will automate network tasks by 2027. Learn practical IPv6mostly strategies from Google's real-world data today.
Nikita Sinitsyn
12 min read
ARIN committee picks fellows for policy roles
See how 5 specific judges, including 2 former fellows, drive ARIN selection. Learn who shapes global IP policy for 8 million records today.
Nikita Sinitsyn
12 min read
Route leak mechanics: Not spyware, just code
Eleven distinct route leak events since December prove AS8048 instability. I break down the eight misrouted IP prefixes and why bad code beats hackers.
Nikita Sinitsyn
13 min read