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Yuriy Vykhnevych

I am Yuriy Vykhnevych, a Ukrainian engineer and entrepreneur, and the co-owner and Chief Technical Officer of Best-Link, an Internet service provider delivering connectivity to more than 120 communities across Ukraine. I have more than 15 years of experience in telecommunications, energy systems, hardware-software solution development, IoT devices design. I hold a degree in Computer Science from Lviv Polytechnic National University. I am a Senior Member of IEEE and the author of the book “System Integration Methods in the Development of a Universal Battery Management Device” (Independently published, September 2, 2025; 124 pp; ISBN-13: 979-8263003500), along with several professional publications. I also regularly speak and participate at national industry conferences. My developments have been implemented in the critical infrastructure of Internet providers and are used to ensure uninterrupted connectivity during blackouts and periods of prolonged energy instability. My current focus is on developing resilient energy and telecom systems relevant not only for Ukraine but also for global infrastructure challenges. My mission is to ensure reliable connectivity and energy autonomy for critical infrastructure in times of crisis.

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Md.Kamruzzaman Khan

Based in DHAKA,BANGLADESH

With over a decade in service provider operations, I have led the design, optimization, and management of nationwide IP networks in Bangladesh — from rural broadband initiatives to next-generation connectivity deployments. Currently serving as Asst Manager at SSD-TECH (AS63526), my focus is on network optimization, bandwidth management, and expanding Internet access to undeserved regions. My technical background spans IP/MPLS architecture, BGP routing, L2/L3 VPNs, and Internet Exchange (IX) peering. I am also passionate about innovation-driven deployments, including WiFi-Hat community broadband solutions, NTTN upgrades, and rural fiber expansions. Beyond operations, I mentor field engineers, standardize troubleshooting processes, and drive cost-effective solutions to complex networking challenges. What sets me apart is the blend of industry practice and academic research: I am currently pursuing an M.Sc. in Computer Science and Engineering at North South University. My research interests focus on advanced networking, infrastructure optimization, and rural connectivity models. This has led to global recognition: APNIC 60 Speaker (2025): My proposal “Bangladesh_IPv6_Crisis_Myths_VS_Reality” was accepted for the Lightning Talk session. I will address key misconceptions and realities surrounding IPv6 adoption in Bangladesh. Telecom & Digital Innovation Fair 2025 (BTRC): Selected as a Top 20 Finalist for my “Hybrid Rural Internet Solution for Bangladesh” — a solo project leveraging PTP microwave and multi-SIM LTE to bridge the digital divide. Competing alongside national operators validated my ability to innovate independently. I am also an Active Graduate Member of IEEE (ID: 99416535), collaborating with Region 10 experts and leveraging IEEE Xplore to stay at the forefront of networking research.

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Melchior Aelmans

Based in The Netherlands

I'm interested in internet routing, routing security (RPKI), peering, 'the good of the internet', quantum internet and quantum-safe communications. Writing blogs, RFCs, etc.

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Lukas Tribus

Based in Bolzano, Italy

I'm former Senior Network Engineer turned consultant interested in improving routing operations, reliability and security.

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Laura Lorenzo

Based in Lisbon

Laura is working with the RIPE NCC to redesign and expand the RIPE Fellowship program, leveraging her experience as an internationally recognised, award-winning community builder.

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Adonis Stergiopoulos

Based in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Adonis is a Product Owner and part of the Software Engineering team at the RIPE NCC. He has worked in the RIPE NCC in various positions and has been involved with the core teams behind the technical tools and programmes such as RIPEstat, RPKI, RIPE Atlas and RIS. He is also responsible for reporting the RIPE NCC's quarterly plans and driving community projects to strengthen the RIPE NCC's relationships with its members. Adonis holds an honours degree from the University of Dundee in International Business with Marketing and a Master's in Business Administration (MBA) from Imperial College London in the UK.

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Antonio Prado

Based in ITALY

I hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science, with a research focus on Internet Routing Security, where I developed tools and methodologies for the automated verification of BGP configurations. With over 30 years of technical and project experience, I am coauthor of the book BGP from Theory to Practice, aimed at both technical and academic audiences, and of the outreach volume ”Parlami di TEch”, designed to make technology accessible to broader audiences. During the course of my career, I have served as Chief Technical Officer for several Italian ISPs, and have been a MANRS (Mutually Agreed Norms for Routing Security) Ambassador and member of its Steering Committee, actively promoting global best practices for Internet routing security. Since 2022, I have been a member of the RIPE Programme Committee, contributing to the review and selection of scientific presentations at European community conferences. I have delivered seminars and lectures on Internet and Network Architectures at the University of Camerino and Pescara, and have taught DNS, Internet Governance, and BGP at the Namex School of Advanced Networking, helping to train the next generation of network professionals.

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