The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program is a federal initiative under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), providing $42.45 billion to expand high-speed internet access across the U.S. It prioritizes unserved and underserved communities, aiming to bridge the digital divide through broadband infrastructure, adoption, and workforce development.

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Recent Dip in Demand Creates IPv4 Buying Opportunity

Recent -20% Dip in Demand Creates IPv4 Buying Opportunity

There has been significant dip in IPv4 transfer requests. In June of 2024, request dropped -20% to 113 as compared to the month prior at 142.  This yeas average has dropped to around 146 transfer requests per month, so June fell short around -22%.
NTIA approves BEAD plans for Colorado and New Hampshire2024

NTIA approves BEAD Funds for Colorado and New Hampshire

The Biden-Harris administration has approved the second phase of Colorado’s & New Hampshire’s plans for its flagship broadband expansion program, raising the total number of approved states to nine, along with the District of Columbia. New Hampshire received $196 million & Colorado received $826 million
The OMB IPv6 Mandate: How it is Progressing in 2024

The United States Federal Government’s IPv6 Mandate

The U.S. Federal Government's mandate to adopt IPv6 by fiscal year ending 2025. Recent developments and projections for the OMB IPv6 mandate.
IPv4 Addresses Validated as a Valuable Asset Class2024

IPv4 Addresses Validated as a Valuable Asset Class

April IPv4 transfer requests were 163, which is +7% higher than this year’s average of 150 requests per month. Better off, April is a +13% increase over the 141 averages in 2023 and a +18% increase over the 134 averages in 2022.
IPv4 Demand Stability Leading to Increased Activity

IPv4 Demand Stability Leading to Increased Activity

Like any healthy and predictable market cycle, IPv4 demand continues to remain steady. This consistency further promotes the notion of a stable market since there was no serious fluctuation in either direction. 
IPv4 Market Recap, Patterns & 2024 Price Predictions2024

IPv4 Market Recap, Patterns & 2024 Price Predictions

Use data and market psychology to compare IPv4 prices from previous years and determine what IPv4 price might be in 2024
IPv4 Transfer Request December 2023

How Will Market Stability Affect IPv4 Prices in 2024

In 2024, U.S. “Internet for All” initiatives – $18 billion E-ACAM program and $42 Billion BEAD program – indicate increased IPv4 demand.
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.
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.