IPv4 Address Market Trends and Predictions

This white paper presents an analysis of the IPv4 address market, detailing its historical context, current state, and future predictions. It begins by outlining the depletion of IPv4 addresses, which occurred in 2015, and the subsequent emergence of a secondary market for IPv4 assets. The document explains the factors contributing to the demand for IPv4 addresses, including the slow adoption of IPv6 and the growing needs of corporations. It provides a historical overview of IPv4 and IPv6, including the establishment of Regional Internet Registries (RIRs) and the challenges faced in IPv6 adoption. The paper also discusses market data from ARIN, highlighting trends in transfer requests and completions from 2015 to 2019. It emphasizes the increasing demand for IPv4 addresses and the market dynamics that influence pricing and availability. The document aims to serve as a guideline for businesses involved in buying or selling IPv4 assets, based on the analysis of past behaviors and market conditions.