The impact of expanding AuthDNS with a new node in the Philippines
The activation of a new AuthDNS node by RIPE NCC in Makati City, Philippines, in June 2025, significantly improved DNS client performance and enhanced the overall robustness of the AuthDNS system.
MAIN POINTS
- A new AuthDNS node was activated in Makati City, Philippines, by RIPE NCC.
- The activation occurred in June 2025 at Maharlika IX.
- DNS clients in the Philippines experienced improved performance.
- The overall robustness of the AuthDNS system was enhanced.
TAKEAWAYS
- The new node's activation marked a strategic expansion in Southeast Asia.
- Local DNS clients benefited from reduced latency and increased reliability.
- The deployment supports the growing internet infrastructure in the Philippines.
- This development demonstrates RIPE NCC's commitment to improving global DNS resilience.