# APNIC Blog Regional Internet Registry for the Asia Pacific This is one page of public article previews, not the complete archive. Follow Next page to continue. Summaries are not the original full articles. ## \[Podcast\] 'Just say no' isn't as simple as you think DevFeed: [\[Podcast\] 'Just say no' isn't as simple as you think]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: George Michaelson Published: 2026-09-16T23:23:11Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [APNIC Labs](), [Protocol (disambiguation)](), [Server]() Tags: [apnic-labs](), [dns](), [measurement](), [podcast](), [protocol](), [tech-matters]() ### AI overview A PING podcast episode continues a discussion of surplus DNS queries observed in an APNIC Labs experiment. It examines how different ways of answering negatively affect query volume and the work required by servers, resolvers, and clients, and considers whether maintaining transport protocol state could reduce repeated-query work. ### Source excerpt A continuation of the discussion on surplus DNS queries seen at APNIC Labs, the implications of how you say 'no', and the transport used for the DNS ## Why developers should avoid relying on frontier-model APIs in trusted systems DevFeed: [Why developers should avoid relying on frontier-model APIs in trusted systems]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Niels Provos Published: 2026-09-16T05:42:22Z Content type: opinion Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Artificial Intelligence](), [Frontier Model](), [agentic-coding](), [coding](), [Claude]() Tags: [agentic-coding](), [ai](), [anthropic](), [api](), [artificial-intelligence](), [coding](), [frontier-model](), [gateway](), [guest-post](), [security](), [tech-matters]() ### AI overview This opinion article argues that relying on frontier-lab APIs creates risks around pricing, availability, model behavior, and output integrity. It presents open-weight models as a way to retain control over critical dependencies, while distinguishing coding assistance from placing frontier models in live request paths. ### Source excerpt Guest Post: A frontier API can refuse, change, or vanish out from under you. Open weights keep the model you depend on yours. ## One or two nameservers? DevFeed: [One or two nameservers?]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Geoff Huston Published: 2026-09-15T06:01:49Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Internet](), [Query (disambiguation)](), [Server](), [Caching]() Tags: [2026](), [africa](), [article](), [china](), [dns](), [europe](), [experiment](), [india](), [internet](), [ipv4](), [ipv6](), [measurement](), [measurements](), [recursive-resolver](), [repeat](), [responses](), [server](), [tech-matters]() ### AI overview This article reports an experiment testing whether serving a DNS zone with two authoritative dual-stack nameservers changes repeated queries. Compared with one nameserver, two nameservers increased the single-query completion rate from 58% to 71% and reduced the average queries per test from 3.43 to 2.57. ### Source excerpt Do multiple dual-stack nameservers increase or decrease repeat DNS queries? The results of this experiment were a complete surprise. ## Asia Pacific research networks commit to stronger cyber resilience cooperation DevFeed: [Asia Pacific research networks commit to stronger cyber resilience cooperation]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Dan Fidler Published: 2026-09-13T22:22:29Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Resilience](), [Networks](), [incident](), [Security]() Tags: [apan](), [collaboration](), [community](), [cybersecurity](), [global](), [incident](), [infrastructure](), [network](), [networks](), [new-zealand](), [research](), [research-networks](), [resilience](), [security]() ### AI overview Asia Pacific research and education network leaders signed the Auckland Declaration of Intent on Cyber Resilience during APAN62. The declaration commits signatories to cooperation on trust-building, preparedness, information sharing, incident coordination, and mutual support, while linking regional efforts with the Global Security Policy Alliance. ### Source excerpt Research and education network leaders across the Asia Pacific have signed the Auckland Declaration of Intent on Cyber Resilience, committing to stronger regional cooperation on cyber preparedness, information sharing, and incident coordination. ## Thanks for participating in APNIC 62 DevFeed: [Thanks for participating in APNIC 62]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Timothy Hildred Published: 2026-09-10T13:16:58Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Internet](), [networking](), [NIXI]() Tags: [apnic-62](), [blog](), [community](), [conference](), [conferences](), [event](), [events](), [india](), [industry](), [internet](), [keynote](), [learn](), [linkedin](), [networking](), [nixi](), [september-2026](), [speakers](), [survey](), [transcripts](), [updates](), [videos](), [youtube]() ### AI overview APNIC 62 brought together 583 in-person and remote attendees from 54 economies in Mumbai from 4 to 10 September 2026. The article thanks participants, speakers, sponsors, and organizers, and points readers to the conference report, recordings, presentations, transcripts, and survey. ### Source excerpt Thank you to everyone who participated in person and remotely at APNIC 62, hosted by the National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) and co-hosted by ISPAI, from 4 to 10 September 2026 in Mumbai, India. ## 2026 APNIC Survey report released DevFeed: [2026 APNIC Survey report released]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Dale Roberts Published: 2026-09-10T03:21:38Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Internet]() Tags: [apnic-62](), [apnic-survey](), [blog](), [community](), [executive](), [india](), [internet](), [open](), [research](), [responses](), [september-2026](), [survey]() ### AI overview The 2026 APNIC Survey report is available, presenting feedback from 1,385 valid responses about APNIC's performance, priorities, and future direction. A summary will be discussed at APNIC 62 in Mumbai, with the findings and a later response from the Executive Council forming part of APNIC's strategic planning. ### Source excerpt The 2026 APNIC Survey report is now available, providing valuable feedback from Members and the wider Internet community on APNIC's performance, priorities, and future direction. ## APNIC and NIXI partner to strengthen routing security and technical capacity in India DevFeed: [APNIC and NIXI partner to strengthen routing security and technical capacity in India]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Dan Fidler Published: 2026-09-09T09:01:06Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Routing Security](), [Security](), [Internet](), [Resilience](), [networking]() Tags: [apnic-62](), [collaboration](), [development](), [india](), [infrastructure](), [internet](), [ipv6](), [knowledge-sharing](), [nixi](), [partnership](), [resilience](), [routing](), [routing-security](), [rpki](), [security](), [skills](), [support]() ### AI overview APNIC and NIXI have signed an MoU to strengthen routing security and technical capacity in India. The partnership will expand IPv6 and RPKI deployment, pilot an RPKI repository mirror, promote routing security practices, and support technical training and knowledge sharing. ### Source excerpt The partnership will expand IPv6 and RPKI deployment including piloting an RPKI Repository Mirror to support a more secure and resilient Internet ecosystem. ## Building resilient self hosted services is not always easy DevFeed: [Building resilient self hosted services is not always easy]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: George Michaelson Published: 2026-09-09T05:10:54Z Content type: opinion Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Pi-hole](), [Resilience](), [Network Configuration](), [systems](), [Server]() Tags: [dns](), [infrastructure](), [network](), [resilience](), [router](), [self-hosted](), [server](), [systems](), [tech-matters]() ### AI overview The article reflects on the difficulties of running resilient self-hosted DNS services at home. It describes how reboots and router or DNS configuration changes can disrupt DHCP and the wider home network, arguing for independently configured redundant instances and a tested backup plan. ### Source excerpt Resiliency through more redundancy is important no matter the scenario. ## Welcome to APNIC 62 DevFeed: [Welcome to APNIC 62]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Timothy Hildred Published: 2026-09-08T03:33:07Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Internet](), [Networks](), [Cybersecurity](), [DNSSEC](), [threat detection](), [Threat Research](), [FIRST]() Tags: [apnic-62](), [community](), [conference](), [conferences](), [cybersecurity](), [dnssec](), [event](), [events](), [india](), [ipv4](), [ipv6](), [nixi](), [nro](), [policy-sig](), [tech-matters](), [threat-detection]() ### AI overview APNIC 62 in Mumbai previews technical, security, IPv6 deployment, DNSSEC, threat-detection, community, and policy sessions, alongside keynote talks, social events, newcomer activities, and NRO NC voting information. ### Source excerpt APNIC welcomes you to Mumbai, India for APNIC 62. Here is what you can look forward to over the coming days. ## WSIS Forum 2026: From commitments to measurable implementation DevFeed: [WSIS Forum 2026: From commitments to measurable implementation]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Joyce Chen Published: 2026-09-06T23:14:00Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Development](), [ai-governance](), [SIEM, Security, Observability]() Tags: [2026](), [community](), [development](), [global](), [governance](), [igf](), [internet-governance](), [metrics](), [platform](), [policy](), [recommendations](), [wsis]() ### AI overview The WSIS Forum 2026 marked a shift from documenting digital-development commitments to demonstrating measurable implementation. The forum emphasized implementation roadmaps, evidence, targets, indicators, metrics, gap analysis, and policy recommendations aligned with the WSIS framework, the Sustainable Development Goals, and Global Digital Compact commitments. ### Source excerpt WSIS Forum 2026 marked the start of a new phase for global digital development, shifting the focus from commitments to measurable implementation. ## Community consultation on increasing diversity in APNIC community leadership: Stage 1 report released DevFeed: [Community consultation on increasing diversity in APNIC community leadership: Stage 1 report released]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Kenny Huang Published: 2026-09-04T05:34:12Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Internet](), [Network]() Tags: [apnic-62](), [apnic-ec](), [community](), [diversity](), [emerging-leaders](), [governance](), [guest-post](), [leadership](), [remote](), [survey](), [time]() ### AI overview The APNIC Executive Council has released the Stage 1 report from a consultation on increasing diversity in APNIC community leadership. The consultation gathered input from 49 participants across 21 economies and identified themes including leadership pathways, election barriers, and the time and support required for participation. A second consultation is planned at APNIC 62, followed by a final report. ### Source excerpt The APNIC Executive Council has released the Stage 1 report on APNIC's community consultation on increasing diversity in APNIC community leadership. The discussion will continue at APNIC 62 in Mumbai, with remote participation available. ## What part of 'No!' is so hard for the DNS understand? DevFeed: [What part of 'No!' is so hard for the DNS understand?]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Geoff Huston Published: 2026-09-04T01:06:30Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [servers](), [Caching](), [DDoS](), [Cybercrime](), [Availability](), [Bot](), [Script]() Tags: [apnic-labs](), [attacks](), [availability](), [bots](), [caching](), [ddos](), [dns](), [generate](), [measurement](), [random](), [server](), [servers](), [tech-matters]() ### AI overview The article explains how random name attacks overwhelm authoritative DNS servers by generating queries for nonexistent names, bypassing recursive resolver caches and potentially causing domain availability failures. It also describes APNIC Labs' measurement work on nonexistent-domain responses to improve DNS resilience. ### Source excerpt At APNIC Labs we've been experimenting with understanding how the DNS handles requests to resolve nonexistent names to make the DNS more resilient to random name attacks. ## \[Podcast\] Measuring the impact of locally served root zone DevFeed: [\[Podcast\] Measuring the impact of locally served root zone]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: George Michaelson Published: 2026-09-03T01:05:09Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [DNSSEC](), [Network](), [Security](), [Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF)](), [bug]() Tags: [bug](), [dns](), [dnssec](), [ietf](), [measurement](), [network](), [podcast](), [research](), [security](), [standards](), [tech-matters]() ### AI overview This podcast discusses research into locally served root zones, a DNS resolver model that pre-fetches and stores the root zone. The study examined BIND, Unbound, and Knot Resolver across multiple configurations, including in-band retrieval and HTTPS fetching. It identified an Unbound bug and found that root zone updates can generate substantial network traffic, potentially exceeding traffic from more frequent queries for uncached data. ### Source excerpt An analysis of the traffic impacts of locally served root zones, by Ilyas Rahimi at UvA. ## Beeline: Enforcing application-layer policies in eBPF DevFeed: [Beeline: Enforcing application-layer policies in eBPF]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Brandner Laurin Published: 2026-09-01T23:30:00Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [eBPF](), [Cloud Native Ecosystem](), [Latency](), [networking]() Tags: [applications](), [cilium](), [ebpf](), [guest-post](), [http](), [latency](), [networking](), [tech-matters]() ### AI overview The article presents Beeline, a system that enforces application-layer (L7) policies directly in the kernel using eBPF. It explains the latency overhead of user-space service proxies and reports that Beeline improves request latency by 46%, while eliminating the service proxy from the critical path for 89% of L7 policies in the wild. ### Source excerpt Guest Post: While many L7 protocols are complex to parse, the logic needed to enforce L7 policies tends to be simple. For the vast majority (89%) of L7 policies in the wild, Beeline can eliminate the service proxy from the critical path. ## Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document, Rationale report, and next steps DevFeed: [Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document, Rationale report, and next steps]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Hervé Clément Published: 2026-09-01T06:03:50Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Internet](), [Process]() Tags: [aso](), [community](), [governance](), [guest-post](), [icp-2](), [nro](), [policy](), [publication](), [review]() ### AI overview The NRO NC shares the Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document, a redline comparison with the second draft, and a rationale report explaining the changes in version three. The revisions clarify recognition, audit and compliance, emergency continuity, derecognition, consultation, transparency, and amendment safeguards for Regional Internet Registry governance. ### Source excerpt The NRO NC has published the Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document, including a redline version and rationale document. ## The invisible heartbeat of our networks DevFeed: [The invisible heartbeat of our networks]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Luca Cicchelli Published: 2026-08-31T23:03:47Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Networks](), [distributed-systems](), [Critical Infrastructure](), [Security](), [5G](), [Cybersecurity](), [cloud-infrastructure](), [AI Infrastructure]() Tags: [5g](), [ai](), [ai-infrastructure](), [critical-infrastructure](), [cybersecurity](), [data](), [distributed-systems](), [engineering](), [gnss](), [gps](), [guest-post](), [hardware](), [network](), [networking](), [networks](), [outage](), [outages](), [post](), [servers](), [systems](), [tech-matters](), [time](), [transactions]() ### AI overview The article examines how accurate time synchronization underpins modern networks and distributed systems. It uses the Telstra outage to show how misaligned time servers can disrupt communications and rail services, and discusses resilient time sources, terrestrial backups, local atomic clocks, and synchronization requirements for finance, 5G, cloud, and AI infrastructure. ### Source excerpt Guest Post: The recent Telstra outage highlighted a critical but often overlooked dependency in modern networks: Accurate time synchronization. ## The day after the zero-days DevFeed: [The day after the zero-days]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Niels Provos Published: 2026-08-28T04:42:57Z Content type: opinion Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Vulnerabilities](), [Orchestration](), [Security](), [Artificial Intelligence](), [Code](), [spoofing](), [anthropic](), [Open Source](), [Frontier Model]() Tags: [agent](), [ai](), [anthropic](), [guest-post](), [model](), [open-source](), [security](), [spoofing](), [tech-matters](), [vulnerabilities](), [vulnerability](), [workflow]() ### AI overview The article reflects on three decades of vulnerability research, contrasting a historically manual TCP source-routing spoofing discovery with an AI-assisted discovery of a long-standing OpenBSD kernel bug. It argues that vulnerability discovery is primarily an orchestration problem, demonstrates the capability with the open-source IronCurtain framework and several language models, and warns that defenders and attackers should assume capability parity. ### Source excerpt Guest Post: Patching faster cannot keep up with AI-driven discovery. Leverage structural invariants to make bug classes irrelevant. ## The lingering legacy of 'reserved' ports DevFeed: [The lingering legacy of 'reserved' ports]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: George Michaelson Published: 2026-08-27T23:29:48Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Protocol (disambiguation)](), [Network](), [Process](), [Operating system](), [Unix](), [ssh](), [Firewall](), [Internet]() Tags: [dns](), [firewall](), [history](), [internet](), [network](), [ntp](), [opinion](), [process](), [processes](), [ssh](), [systems](), [tech-matters]() ### AI overview An exploration of why reserved TCP and UDP ports persist, tracing conventions such as ports 22, 53, 80, and 443 to early Internet services on multi-user systems. It explains the relationship between ports, protocol-specific daemons, operating-system administration, and modern firewall and service-discovery practices. ### Source excerpt Modern service discovery mechanisms increasingly allow services to run on arbitrary ports, yet DNS may remain the one protocol that cannot fully escape its dependency on the long-established convention of port 53. ## EC Chair's Preview: September EC Meeting and APNIC 62 DevFeed: [EC Chair's Preview: September EC Meeting and APNIC 62]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Kenny Huang Published: 2026-08-27T00:52:41Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Internet](), [FIRST]() Tags: [apnic-62](), [apnic-ec](), [apnic-survey](), [blog](), [community](), [conference](), [events](), [governance](), [insights](), [internet](), [nro](), [open](), [research](), [series](), [survey]() ### AI overview This preview outlines the APNIC Executive Council's priorities ahead of its September meeting at APNIC 62 in Mumbai. It covers APNIC's future activity plan and budget, long-range direction informed by the 2026 APNIC Survey, and work to strengthen governance and accountability across the regional Internet registry system. ### Source excerpt Get an overview of the topics the EC are considering ahead of the September meeting at APNIC 62. ## The emerging role of AI in governance discussion DevFeed: [The emerging role of AI in governance discussion]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: George Michaelson Published: 2026-08-26T04:50:50Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF)](), [Large Language Model](), [Artificial Intelligence](), [AI Strategy]() Tags: [ai](), [artificial-intelligence](), [content](), [eu](), [governance](), [ietf](), [large-language-model](), [llm](), [standards](), [tech-matters]() ### AI overview The article examines an ongoing IETF debate over the use and disclosure of LLM-generated text in drafts, standards work, and discussions. It also compares these concerns with EU efforts to promote transparency and labelling of AI-generated or AI-modified content. ### Source excerpt A growing debate within the IETF is exploring how AI-generated content should be used and disclosed in standards discussions. ## South Asia SRF highlights Member priorities on IPv6, routing security, and training DevFeed: [South Asia SRF highlights Member priorities on IPv6, routing security, and training]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Dale Roberts Published: 2026-08-25T06:04:35Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [networking](), [Routing Security](), [SANOG](), [Availability]() Tags: [aspa](), [community](), [deployment](), [development](), [event](), [infrastructure](), [internet](), [ipv4](), [ipv6](), [network](), [networks](), [routing-security](), [rpki](), [sanog](), [south-asia](), [subregional-forum](), [training]() ### AI overview The South Asia APNIC Sub-Regional Forum, held alongside SANOG 44 in Kathmandu, brought together more than 100 Members and regional Internet stakeholders. Discussions emphasized IPv6 deployment, routing security using RPKI, ROV, and ASPA, Internet resource and registry management, policy participation, automation, IPv4 availability, and practical technical training. ### Source excerpt More than 100 APNIC Members attended the South Asia APNIC Sub-Regional Forum alongside SANOG 44 in Kathmandu. Member feedback gathered during the event will help inform APNIC's future priorities across the region. ## AI, IPv6, and the future Internet at IETF 126 DevFeed: [AI, IPv6, and the future Internet at IETF 126]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Anlei Hu Published: 2026-08-25T01:20:50Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Internet](), [Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF)](), [networking](), [Artificial Intelligence](), [AI Agent](), [Network](), [Security](), [Latency](), [telemetry]() Tags: [ai](), [dns](), [guest-post](), [ietf](), [infrastructure](), [internet](), [internet-infrastructure](), [ipv6](), [latency](), [low-latency](), [nat](), [network](), [networks](), [opinion](), [security](), [standards](), [tech-matters](), [telemetry]() ### AI overview The article reports on IETF 126 discussions about how AI is shaping Internet infrastructure. It presents IPv6 as important for the scale, globally unique addressing, and traceability required by distributed AI deployments and agents, while DNS remains central to service discovery. It also covers IPv4/IPv6 mapping, NAT-related identity and security concerns, SRv6, low-latency forwarding, IOAM telemetry, and proposals for DNS-based AI agent discovery. ### Source excerpt Guest Post: At IETF 126, discussions highlighted how AI is beginning to shape the future of Internet infrastructure. Participants identified IPv6 as a critical foundation for large-scale AI ecosystems and explored new approaches. ## Do IXPs make the Internet faster? It's complicated DevFeed: [Do IXPs make the Internet faster? It's complicated]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Dan Fidler Published: 2026-08-23T23:05:33Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Internet](), [networking](), [Latency](), [Network](), [Low Latency](), [Streaming](), [Caching](), [Cloud](), [Resilience](), [Routing (disambiguation)](), [datasets]() Tags: [australia](), [cloud](), [content](), [cost](), [events](), [global](), [infrastructure](), [internet](), [ixps](), [latency](), [local](), [low-latency](), [netflix](), [network](), [networks](), [performance](), [resilience](), [routing](), [streaming](), [tech-matters](), [technology](), [thailand](), [thainog]() ### AI overview IXPs do not make the Internet uniformly faster. Their impact depends on how performance is defined, where content is hosted or cached, the type of exchange, and the surrounding network conditions. The article examines latency, throughput, streaming quality, reliability, routing, and the changing meaning of keeping traffic local. ### Source excerpt IXPs shape latency, cost, resilience, and the spread of new technologies, not just Internet speed. As the Internet evolves, the role of IXPs continues to expand, as highlighted in this BPF 2026 panel discussion. ## APNIC 62 OPM: Just the facts DevFeed: [APNIC 62 OPM: Just the facts]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Author: Dave Phelan Published: 2026-08-21T02:47:03Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [APNIC Blog]() Topics: [Internet](), [Networks](), [Protocol (disambiguation)]() Tags: [apnic-62](), [article](), [community](), [dns](), [internet](), [ipv4](), [ipv6](), [management](), [networks](), [open](), [policy](), [policy-development-process](), [policy-sig]() ### AI overview An overview of policy proposals for the APNIC 62 Open Policy Meeting, covering IPv6 allocation flexibility, transitional IPv4 access for IPv6-only networks, and Internet abuse handling. ### Source excerpt The APNIC 62 Open Policy Meeting will consider a diverse set of policy proposals covering IPv4 management, IPv6 allocation practices, and Internet abuse handling. [Next page]()