[members-discuss] Feedback Requested: RIPE NCC Broker List

Dear RIPE NCC members,

The Executive Board has been following this discussion and we can see 
general agreement for a change in the way brokers are listed on the RIPE 
NCC's website.

The question is whether the RIPE NCC should remove the list entirely, or 
otherwise take steps to improve its approach. There are pros and cons 
with both options.

Removing the list is straightforward and would spare the RIPE NCC a few 
headaches. However, it is worth considering whether the current model 
provides some incentive for brokers to play by the rules and what might 
happen if this incentive is gone.

Conversely, it's clear that some brokers are still spamming RIPE 
Database contacts. Is this the only problem we are seeking to eliminate 
here, or are there others? Could an updated set of terms or a stricter 
approach by the RIPE NCC help to mitigate this?

Before the board makes its decision, we would like to hear your thoughts
on this list.

Kind regards,

Christian Kaufmann
RIPE NCC Executive Board Chairman