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Maximize your ARIN 57 experience with our Meeting Orientation! On Tuesday, 14 April, join us for a virtual session designed to help you get the most out of ARIN 57. This orientation covers: • Navigating the meeting format and schedule • Understanding Draft Policies on the agenda • How to submit comments and participate in polls • Networking tips and opportunities • Q&A with ARIN staff This session is valuable for first-time attendees and returning participants alike. It's an excellent way to prepare for productive participation in policy discussions. To attend, simply select the Meeting Orientation option during the ARIN 57 registration process. Register: https://lnkd.in/e4jW_AkJ #ARIN57 #Orientation #PolicyDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment #Louisville

Ready to level up your routing security knowledge, Toronto? In our free ARIN Deep Dive: RPKI workshop at CanWISP 2026, we’re moving beyond the basics. This expert-led session covers: 🔹 Routing security fundamentals 🔹 Navigating ARIN’s Resource Public Key Infrastructure (RPKI) services 🔹 Understanding relying party validators 🔹 Best practices for resource management Gain the practical skills you need to implement RPKI effectively for your organization. Plus, Deep Dive attendees get a complimentary Monday afternoon pass to the CanWISP Tradeshow! Register today: https://lnkd.in/ePUXWh7v #CanWISP2026 Canwisp #Toronto #RPKI #RoutingSecurity #ProfessionalDevelopment #FreeTraining

Experience ARIN 57 in person. Beyond policy discussions, you'll network with Internet infrastructure peers and leaders, attend hands-on training, and build relationships that last. Join us 19-22 April in Louisville, Kentucky. Register: arin.net/arin57 #Networking #ARIN57 #Louisville #Kentucky #InternetInfrastructure #InternetGovernance #NetworkOperators #ISP #TechCommunity

🎉 Congratulations to the ARIN 57 Fellows! We're thrilled to announce the 15 individuals selected for the ARIN 57 Fellowship Program! These Fellows — representing Canada, the Caribbean, and the United States — will embark on a transformative learning journey focused on Internet governance and number resource policy. The cohort will participate in four virtual sessions, receive expert-guided training on ARIN's operations and the Policy Development Process, and be paired with Mentors from the ARIN Advisory Council. Then they will attend the ARIN 57 Public Policy and Members Meeting (19-22 April) either in person in Louisville, Kentucky, or virtually. To all our selected Fellows: Welcome to the ARIN community! We look forward to your contributions and to supporting your growth in Internet governance and policy. See the list of ARIN 57 Fellows: https://lnkd.in/efNKF6p8 Thank you to everyone who applied. Learn more about the Fellowship Program and stay tuned for ARIN 58 applications opening this summer: https://lnkd.in/eq7KmF_4 It's not too late to register for ARIN 57! Join us in Louisville or online: https://lnkd.in/e4jW_AkJ #ARINFellowship #Fellowship #InternetGovernance #InternetPolicy #ARIN57 #Congratulations #ProfessionalDevelopment #Louisville

ARIN's Number Resource Policy Manual (NRPM) has been updated: NRPM version 2026.1 is now in effect as of 3 March 2026, superseding the previous version. WHAT'S NEW At its meeting on 15 December 2025, the ARIN Board of Trustees adopted ARIN-2025-2: Clarify 8.5.1 Registration Services Agreement. This policy update provides clarification on Registration Services Agreement requirements, improving transparency and consistency in ARIN's resource management processes. About the NRPM: The Number Resource Policy Manual is the authoritative guide to ARIN's policies governing the distribution and management of Internet number resources (IPv4, IPv6, and ASNs) in our region. It reflects the community's collective decisions about how these critical Internet resources should be allocated and managed. Community-Driven Process: Every policy in the NRPM originates from ARIN's bottom-up, multistakeholder Policy Development Process. Community members propose policies, discuss them on the Public Policy Mailing List and at ARIN meetings, and the ARIN Advisory Council shepherds them through the process. The Board of Trustees reviews and adopts policies that have achieved community consensus. This transparent, inclusive process ensures that the rules governing Internet number resources reflect the needs and values of the organizations using them. RESOURCES 📖 View NRPM 2026.1: https://lnkd.in/d2ybstW 📋 Board meeting minutes: https://lnkd.in/e68-QV5t 💬 Learn about the Policy Development Process: https://lnkd.in/eb_-UPDj 📝 Current Draft Policies and Proposals: https://lnkd.in/ehnN4hta Want to participate in shaping future policies? Join the Public Policy Mailing List, attend ARIN meetings (virtually or in person), and make your voice heard! Register for the upcoming Public Policy and Members Meeting, ARIN 57, at arin.net/arin57. #InternetGovernance #InternetPolicy #InternetInfrastructure #PublicPolicy #IPv6 #IPv4 #CommunityDriven #TechCommunity

Planning to attend ARIN 57 in person next month? Don't miss the hotel discount deadline! ARIN 57 will be held at the Galt House Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky on 19-22 April. To receive the discounted room rate, you must book your hotel room by 17 March. The Galt House is the meeting venue and offers convenient access to Louisville's vibrant downtown and our social event at the Louisville Slugger Museum. Learnmore, register for ARIN 57, and book your room today: https://lnkd.in/esdfCHzz #ARIN57 #Louisville

ARIN is at ISPAMERICA 2026 this week! Visit our Customer Service Desk today through Thursday to connect with Chief Experience Officer John Sweeting and Principal Resource Analyst Misuk Kwan. Get personalized, one-on-one assistance with: ➡️ Network Autonomy & IPv6 ➡️ Routing Security ➡️ Data Accuracy ➡️ IPv4 Options ➡️ Fee Schedule Questions ➡️ Current & Planned Requests Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eYVD_n62 #ISPAMERICA #Atlanta #ATL #InternetInfrastructure #IPv6 #RPKI #RoutingSecurity #NetworkOperators #ISPs #WISPs #Broadband WISPA

Create a Signature Moment: ARIN 57 Social Event Sponsorship The social event is one of the most anticipated elements of every ARIN Public Policy and Members Meeting — it's where the community comes together to build relationships and continue valuable discussions in a unique, relaxed atmosphere. As the Social Event Sponsor, your organization creates that experience. Social Event Sponsor ($30,000): This premium sponsorship includes all Gold Sponsor benefits, plus extensive custom branding opportunities at the social event, such as: • Signature drink selections • Custom menu selections • Branded napkins and table materials • Prominent recognition throughout the event space This sponsorship positions your organization at the center of one of the meeting's most memorable networking opportunities, creating positive associations while supporting community building within the Internet infrastructure sector. It's an unparalleled opportunity for brand visibility and making connections with key decision-makers, policy experts, and network operators. Only one Social Event sponsorship is available per meeting, so secure yours today for ARIN 57. Meeting Details: 19-22 April 2026, Louisville, Kentucky Details: https://lnkd.in/eB6qC9YV Contact: meetings@arin.net #ARIN57 #ARINSponsor #BrandExperience #NetworkingEvent #B2BMarketing #ExecutiveNetworking #ThoughtLeadership #InternetGovernance #EventMarketing #CorporateHospitality #Louisville #TechEvents

What's on the ARIN 57 agenda? Our spring Public Policy and Members Meeting will feature discussions on multiple Draft Policies related to Internet number resource management. These community-driven policy discussions are central to ARIN's mission and provide opportunities for all stakeholders to participate in shaping the future of Internet infrastructure. Stay tuned for a detailed agenda as we get closer to the event. In the meantime, register to ensure you don't miss these important discussions. Register for ARIN 57: https://lnkd.in/e4jW_AkJ #ARIN57 #PolicyDevelopment #InternetGovernance #CommunityDriven

IPv6 was designed to solve IPv4 exhaustion — yet more than two decades later, global adoption remains inconsistent. This analysis from IPXO examines why IPv6 adoption still lags and explores seven core challenges that continue to slow the transition: 1. Incompatibility Between IPv4 and IPv6 The protocols cannot communicate directly, forcing organizations to run dual-stack systems or use tunneling/translation mechanisms — adding complexity and cost. 2. Legacy Infrastructure That Cannot Support IPv6 Older routers, firewalls, operating systems, and applications weren't designed for IPv6. Replacing or upgrading this equipment is expensive and often delayed due to budget constraints. 3. Deployment Cost, Risk, and Unclear ROI IPv6 doesn't deliver immediate financial returns. It requires investment in hardware, training, security redesign, and operational restructuring — often getting deprioritized in favor of projects with more direct business value. 4. A Global Shortage of IPv6 Expertise IPv6 introduces new concepts (SLAAC, Neighbor Discovery, new security behaviors) unfamiliar to engineers trained solely on IPv4. Without strong internal expertise, organizations hesitate to deploy widely. 5. Security Concerns and Dual-Protocol Blind Spots IPv6 was sometimes enabled by default when organizations were unprepared to secure it, creating "shadow networks" with unmonitored traffic. Early tools lacked IPv6 support, and security practices still lag behind IPv4 preparedness. 6. Low End-User Awareness and Minimal Consumer Demand Most consumers don't notice or request IPv6. Without user pressure, ISPs, enterprises, and vendors lack urgency to accelerate deployment. 7. Increased Operational Complexity During Dual-Stack Transition Running both IPv4 and IPv6 doubles configuration and troubleshooting workloads. Managing two address plans, routing systems, and security policies adds complexity many IT teams prefer to avoid. The Reality: IPv6 adoption is progressing, but dual-stack deployments will continue for years. IPv4 scarcity and cost remain immediate challenges, making transitional strategies essential. Read IPXO's full analysis: https://lnkd.in/eQ4xxVc3 Need IPv6 guidance? ARIN offers free resources: https://lnkd.in/e5iHmaxe #IPv6 #IPv4 #InternetInfrastructure #NetworkOperations #DualStack #TechTransition #NetworkEngineering