Analysis of IPv4 demand, exploring market trends, pricing shifts, transfer activity, and factors driving global demand for IPv4 address space.

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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%.
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.
Cogent Offers $206 Million in Secured Notes Backed by IPv42024

Cogent Offers $206 Million in Secured Notes Backed by IPv4

Cogent Communications (NASDAQ: CCOI), a leading global internet service provider, announced on April 25th 2024 a groundbreaking securitization offering. This move will see Cogent utilizing a significant portion of its IPv4 address space to issue up to $206,000,000 in securitized notes.
Is IPv4 Availability Becoming Scarce in 2024?

Is IPv4 Availability Becoming Scarce in 2024?

In recent years, the IPv4 market has been on a relentless upward trajectory, defying expectations, and confounding skeptics. Despite occasional setbacks and bouts of volatility, the overall trend has been undeniably bullish. What is driving this sustained optimism, and what does it mean for the network infrastructure industry?
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 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 Transfer Requests Outpace Previous Year – November2023

IPv4 Transfer Requests Outpace Previous Year – November

After fluctuations, the IPv4 Market has exhibited price and demand stability since January 2023, increasing confidence for a strong 2024. The number of IPv4 Transfer Requests has also increased year-to-date, promoting informed market decision-making.

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.