The exhaustion of IPv4 address space continues to influence how Regional Internet Registries (RIRs) operate and how network operators plan their strategies. While IPv6 adoption advances, IPv4 remains essential for connectivity, particularly in commercial and large-scale deployments. As scarcity grows, transfer markets have become critical mechanisms to balance supply and demand.

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