Leading Authority & Blog for Global IPv4 & IPv6 News

Brander Group is the most trusted IPv4 blog for the latest trends, analysis and market dynamics. Our analytics gather and evaluate IPv4 transfer data from ARIN, RIPE and APNIC and share the research with the rest of the world.  We also write about related topics in the network infrastructure industry.

FCC’s $18b Enhanced Alternative Connect America Cost Model

The United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has been implementing various programs to bridge the digital divide and provide high-speed internet in rural areas. One such program is the Connect America Fund (CAF), which provides financial support to telecom carriers that offer broadband and voice services in high-cost areas.

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RIPE Reclaims IPv4 Addresses Due to Sanctions

RIPE NCC Reclaims 1.5 Million IPv4 Addresses Due to Sanctions

This report presents data regarding the impact of sanctions on RIPE NCC members, Users, and legacy resource holders, while adhering to confidentiality and privacy requirements.

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Signs of a Stable & Healthy IPv4 Market – October 2023

A healthy market, whether it’s a financial market, real estate market, or any other type of market, is characterized by certain signs and conditions that indicate stability, efficiency, and fairness.  The IPv4 market began in response to the exhaustion of a rare technology and a surge in client demand in 2015.

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What is an Internet IP Transit Provider?2024

What is an Internet IP Transit Provider?

Understand the essential role of Internet IP transit providers in maintaining optimal performance and reliable internet access.

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IPv4 Supply & Demand Tides Shifting – September 20232023

IPv4 Supply & Demand Tides Shifting – September 2023

The market is stable, with a new level of consistent demand. 142 transfer requests in August is on par with the average of 2023 142 requests.

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How to Protect Against DDoS Attacks2024

Understanding and Preventing Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Attacks

How to avoid DDoS (Distributed Denial-of-Service) attacks, that crash server, services and network operations by flooding them with traffic.

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IPv4 Transfer Market Stability – August 2023

Even in uncertain times, the IPv4 address market continues on a steady path of recovery. After approximately 18 months of demand decreasing and significant price drops, there is now a glimmer of hope on the horizon. Perhaps, sentiment regarding inflation and heightened interest rates are affecting the market as we near the new year; with anticipation of positive news and more stability.

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Broadband Equity Access and Deployment Program (BEAD)

$42 Billion Broadband Equity Access & Deployment Program

In a world where connectivity is no longer a luxury but a necessity, the digital divide remains a stark reality for many communities. The emergence of the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program, a groundbreaking initiative with a budget of $42.45 Billion, promises to reshape the landscape of internet accessibility, economic empowerment, and educational advancement for underserved areas across the nation.

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What is an ASN? Autonomous System Number2024

What is an ASN? Autonomous System Number

Autonomous System Numbers (ASNs) play a key role in the internet’s routing framework. ASNs enhance routing efficiency and policy management.

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IPv4 Address Market Heating Back Up – July 2023

The theme of today’s blog is…. let the good times keep rolling. The IP market is heating up and we are finally beginning to see a very positive trend in IPv4 address demand. The new baseline has changed over the past 4 months and is close to the consistency we have seen in the past when IPv4 prices were constantly on the rise.

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