IPv6 Market Growth Drivers and Challenges:
Growth Drivers
- Integration of Cloud Computing and Data Centers- IPv6 is the latest Internet protocol that has brought significant changes and new features to Cloud computing and has also provided means to better develop new techniques from which modern data centers can profit. More than 60% of organizations moved their workloads to the cloud alone in 2020.
- Government Initiatives and Regulations- Some governments and regulatory bodies are actively encouraging or mandating IPv6 adoption to ensure the continued growth of the internet and to address concerns related to IPv4 address exhaustion. Furthermore, many businesses and service providers have started implementing IPv6 with a view to better supporting these government agencies owing to national IT strategies and governmental mandates around the world.
Challenges
- Cost of Implementation- Transitioning to IPv6 can be costly, especially for large enterprises and service providers with extensive network infrastructures. This cost includes equipment upgrades, software updates, staff training, and potential temporary dual-stack support expenses.
- Compatibility Issues
- Dual Stack Transition Complexity
IPv6 Market Size and Forecast:
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Base Year |
2025 |
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Forecast Period |
2026-2035 |
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CAGR |
30.6% |
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Base Year Market Size (2025) |
USD 6.22 billion |
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Forecast Year Market Size (2035) |
USD 89.79 billion |
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Regional Scope |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
In the year 2026, the industry size of IPv6 is estimated at USD 7.93 billion.
The global IPv6 market size was more than USD 6.22 billion in 2025 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of over 30.6%, reaching USD 89.79 billion revenue by 2035.
North America IPv6 market will dominate over 42% share by 2035, driven by the region’s leadership in IPv6 deployment and adoption.
Key players in the market include NTT Communications Corporation, KDDI Corporation, SoftBank Corp, Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd, Verizon, T-Mobile USA, Inc., AT&T Intellectual Property, Tata Teleservices Ltd., China Telecom Global Limited.
