One of the primary discussion topics at ICANN 45 in Toronto concerned the implementation of new gTLDs and the effects the new processes would have on the rights holders of…
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"It's a New Season at ICANN": Chehadé to Focus on Public Interest, Internationalization, and Operational Efficiency
Canada, the public interest, internationalization and operational efficiency were the overarching themes at the ICANN 45 Opening Ceremonies and President’s Opening Session on Monday. (more…)
ICANN 45: gTLD System Put to the Test
The issues surrounding new generic top-level domains (gTLDs) will be the focus of ICANN 45; the last meeting of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) scheduled for 2012.…
When Porn Tycoons Meet Internet Sultans: the Triple-X Saga
Luca Belli is a PhD candidate at Panthéon-Assas University (PRES Sorbonne Universités), Paris, and a member of the Steering Committee at MediaLaws, www.medialaws.eu. The re-posting of this analysis is part of a cross-posting collaboration…
ICANN Reveals New gTLD Applications
On June 13th 2012, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), revealed the applications for new generic Top-Level Domain names (gTLD) in a press release and conference. In…
Domain Tasting: Clever & Strategic Business Practice or Sneaky Underhanded Manoeuvre?
“Domain tasting” refers to the practice of registering a domain name and taking advantage of the 5-day Add Grace Period (AGP), which is activated upon registration, for the purpose of…