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Cogent Raises $174m by Securitizing IPv4 Addresses

Cogent Raises $174M By Securitizing IPv4 Addresses

Cogent’s $174 million IPv4 securitization signals a new approach to monetizing address space in the tech and telecom sectors
How Fluctuating Demand Might Affect IPv4 Prices

Mature and Stable IPv4 Market in 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, the IPv4 market is finishing the year on a strong note. Demand for IPv4 addresses has remained robust, underscoring the continued importance of this finite resource in a growing digital economy. Compared to the volatile market trends seen in the past two years, 2024 has proven to be a year of stability and sustained growth.
How Fluctuating Demand Might Affect IPv4 Prices

How Fluctuating Demand Might Affect IPv4 Prices

October had the highest number of transfer requests of the year at 172. As compared to the consistent average of 143 transfer requests per month in 2024, October experienced a significant increase of +20%.

Exclusive Insights: 10 Years of IPv4 Address Transfer Statistics

We analysed 10 years of IPv4 transfer data, compared 16s and larger to /24 through /17 subnets, and use trends to predict how initiatives like BEAD funding will influence supply and prices in 2025
In the ever-shifting landscape of the global economy, markets can rise and fall with the flicker of a headline or the whisper of a trend. After two months of decreased demand, this market—once bruised and beleaguered—has made a remarkable resurgence. It has not only regained lost ground but is now charting a course towards renewed growth as we had experienced in the first five months of 2024. This rebound is a testament to the resilience of industries, the adaptability of businesses, and the unshakable confidence of internet community who refused to let short-term volatility define the long-term network growth requirements. Here's how this market, once thought to be on the brink, has reemerged stronger than ever. The market has bounced back to 142 transfer requests in August 2024, which is right in line with this year’s average of 143 per month. Last month’s demand indicated an increase of +12% over July and a whopping +25% over June. With even better news, the 143 average is still up +5% over the average of 2022 and 2023. The recent surge in demand coincides with Louisiana's allocation of $1.3 billion in BEAD funds, with plans to begin distribution soon. As more states consistently receive their BEAD allocations, we can anticipate further demand spikes in the upcoming months and certainly in 2025. Additionally, we’ve noticed a significant increase for larger IPv4 subnets from our client, a trend not seen during the first half of the year. August marked another record-breaking month of IPv4 sales, with 73 IPv4 transfers — a 25% increase over our 2024 monthly average of 58 transfers. Buy Pv4 September Transfers

Shifting Landscape of the IPv4 Transfer Market

The IPv4 market has bounced back to 142 transfer requests in August 2024, which is right in line with this year’s average of 143 per month. Last month’s demand indicated an increase of +12% over July and a whopping +25% over June. With even better news, the 143 average is still up +5% over the average of 2022 and 2023.
Where is IPv4 Availability Heading in Late 2024

Where is IPv4 Availability Heading as we Close Out 2024?

On average, the 143 requests in 2024 surpass the average 137 between 2022 and 2023, showing signs of stability and possible growth
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%.
Comparing IPv4 Addresses & Bitcoin, the Rarest Digital Asset Classes

Comparing Value of IPv4 & Bitcoin, the Rarest Asset Classes

Similar to Bitcoin, IPv4 addresses continue to remain some of the rarest and most valuable asset classes in the world.  However, unlike other physical resources that are considered “rare” such as gold & diamonds, these digital assets share a unique quality....
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.