The COVID 19 pandemic and the global lockdowns have changed the internet space much in 2021. Non-used and obsolete IPv4 addresses have seen a comeback to the IPv4 market that is turning digital. The increase in demand for IPv4 addresses has reduced the availability of these addresses and pushed prices high. In this situation, the chances of fraudulent activity increase as businesses are anxiously looking to buy IPv4 addresses. Read along to understand the reason for the price hike of IPv4 addresses in 2021. The IPv4 Scenario In fact, all the internet registries have been active in the IPv4 market in 2020. ISPs, hosting service providers, telecom, and cable companies. All have been struggling to cope with the increasing demand[…]