RIPE (Réseaux IP Européens)

RIPE, or Réseaux IP Européens, is a collaborative organization that manages and coordinates the allocation of internet resources like IP addresses and routing information across Europe, the Middle East, and parts of Central Asia. It provides a platform for network operators, internet service providers, and other stakeholders to share knowledge, develop policies, and ensure the stability and security of the internet infrastructure in the region. RIPE's work helps prevent conflicts over internet resources, promotes best practices, and supports the overall functioning and growth of the internet in its service areas.