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Important information - ICANN84 Annual General Meeting Relocated
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 30, 2025
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 30, 2025
June 30, 2025
Dear All,
Please read the ICANN Announcement on ‘ICANN84 Annual General Meeting Relocated’<https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann84-annual-general-meeti…> from Muscat Oman to Dublin, Ireland.
Dates remain the same: 25-30 October 2025
Thank you.
Kind regards,
Gisella
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ICANN Community Digest - NEW: ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 30, 2025
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 30, 2025
June 30, 2025
[https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=9907c9d6-aa58-4749-9c0b-a3c1006bb043…]
Monday, 30 June 2025
ICANN Community Digest
[https://files.constantcontact.com/304b3fd3501/31f30ab5-1445-45c3-aef7-c0ea4…]
Click here to learn more about the New gTLD Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>
Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>
Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>
The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest
to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates.
Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest?
Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org!<mailto:policyinfo@icann.org>
Table of Contents
Information Sharing
· NEW: ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building
· ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics
· Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages
· ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers
🚨 Action Items 🚨
· ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group
· Call for ASP Mentors
Public Comment
· CLOSES TODAY: PSR on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recover Policies
· Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs
· Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement - Public Comment 1 of 2
· Final Proceeding for Proposed Language for the Draft Next Round Applicant Guidebook (AGB)
· Root Zone Label Generation Rules Version 6 (RZ-LGR-6)
· Maximal Starting Repertoire Version 6 (MSR-6)
Events
· These events occur in July 2025.
Information Sharing
NEW: ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building
It recognizes ICANN community members for significant efforts in developing aptitude in areas related to ICANN's mission.
Deadline: 31 July 2025 at 23:59 UTC
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>
Next Round Outreach, Engagement, and Communications Snapshot
We’re excited to introduce the Next Round Snapshot, a new monthly recap that highlights key updates shared during the IRT Outreach meetings. This report covers recent activities across the Applicant Support Program (ASP), Registry Service Provider (RSP) evaluation, regional and topical engagement, web traffic stats, and communications milestones. Developed in response to GAC feedback, this snapshot supports visibility and alignment across teams working on the New gTLD Program: Next Round.
📅 Published monthly following each IRT Outreach meeting
📎 Check out the inaugural April/May edition here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>.
For questions, contact globalsupport(a)icann.org.<mailto:globalsupport@icann.org>
ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics
ICANN org is developing supplemental, complementary materials to aid prospective generic top-level domain (gTLD) applicants in understanding the Next Round application requirements, and how to navigate the application and evaluation processes.
Blog [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>.
Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>
Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages
ICANN is working with the community to identify potential Applicant Support Program (ASP) applicants – especially in regions that are currently under-represented in ICANN. If you are interested in helping to raise awareness among your own contacts or communities, please use the materials in the Next Round Champions Toolkit [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>.
To stay up to date on the New gTLD Program: Next Round and ASP, join the mailing list: nextroundinfo(a)icann.org. ASP leads, targets, and ideas can be sent to engagement.newgTLDprogram(a)icann.org<mailto:engagement.newgTLDprogram@icann.org>.
ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers
ICANNWiki is seeking volunteers to assist with creating and editing articles and content for the site. Do you want to help? Getting started is as simple as requesting an account [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>. Then, make sure to read the short content guide [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…> to get a feel for what belongs in the wiki. Also, feel free to take a look at some data source suggestions [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing!
Action Items
Call for ASP Mentors
ICANN is seeking volunteer mentors who would like to offer their expertise to supported applicants as part of the ASP in the new gTLD Program: Next Round [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>. ICANN is looking for mentors who can share insights and experience across ICANN Languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish) to support diverse gTLD applicants.
Mentors may play a role in: advising applicants on navigating the gTLD application process and DNS industry; identifying resources; providing guidance; sharing experiences as appropriate; and helping supported applicants navigate the ICANN community and Public Meetings. If you or someone in your network might be interested, please refer to the mentor registration announcement [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…> for more information.
Questions about the ASP or becoming a supported applicant Mentor can be sent to globalsupport(a)icann.org<mailto:globalsupport@icann.org>.
Public Comment
CLOSES TODAY: PSR on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recovery Policies [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>
Submissions Opening Date: 15 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: 30 June 2025
Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>
Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 12 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 14 July 2025
Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement - Public Comment 1 of 2 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>
Submissions Opening Date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 21 July 2025
Final Proceeding for Proposed Language for the Draft Next Round Applicant Guidebook (AGB) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>
Submissions Opening Date: Friday, 30 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Wednesday, 23 July 2025
Root Zone Label Generation Rules Version 6 (RZ-LGR-6) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>
Open for Submissions: 17 June 2025
Closed for Submissions: 29 July 2025
Maximal Starting Repertoire Version 6 (MSR-6) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>
Open for Submissions: 17 June 2025
Closed for Submissions: 29 July 2025
See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>.
See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>.
Events
These events occur in July 2025.
To learn more, please visit our community engagement calendar [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001KuwSMfe…>.
· CANTO 2025 Conference
· Africa Law Tech Festival 2025
· DNS Operations and DNSSEC Hands-On Workshop - Pakistan 2025
· AAU 16th Quadrienal General Conference
· VNNIC Internet Conference 2025
· Asia Pacific Advanced Network Conference (APAN60)
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*REMINDER* Register for Multilingual Read-Out ICANN83 (by EURALO) on Tuesday, 01 July 2025 at 17:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 30, 2025
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 30, 2025
June 30, 2025
Please join us and spread the word!
REGISTER for ZOOM: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/0wzqZCksRHK1qDWQKmF9Jw
Interpretation
English, Español, Français
Dear All,
On behalf of Sébastien Bachollet, Chair of EURALO, and in collaboration with ICANN and EURALO, please join us for the ICANN83 Multilingual read-out (by EURALO) on Tuesday, 01 July 2025 from 17:00 - 19:00 UTC.
This readout webinar, in a pitch tour format, is to summarize and discuss selected topics from the ICANN83 Meeting.
Speakers from ICANN Board, ICANN org and the different constituencies will provide an overview of the highlights and key take-aways.
Zoom registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/0wzqZCksRHK1qDWQKmF9Jw
The agenda and list of speakers will be available here (to be updated soon!): https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYD5Eg
Please join us and spread the word!
Thank you.
Kind regards,
At-Large Staff
ICANN Policy Team in support of the At-Large Community
www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org/>
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ICANN Community Digest - NEW: ICANN Provides Resources for Public Comment on Draft Applicant Guidebook
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 26, 2025
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 26, 2025
June 26, 2025
[https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=63f7f0df-dc6c-4c52-9cd3-006a771c3fc3…]
Thursday, 26 June 2025
ICANN Community Digest
[https://files.constantcontact.com/304b3fd3501/31f30ab5-1445-45c3-aef7-c0ea4…]
Click here to learn more about the New gTLD Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest
to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates.
Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest?
Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org!<mailto:policyinfo@icann.org>
Table of Contents
ICANN83
· NEW: A Look Back at ICANN83
· NEW: Honoring ICANN’s Working Group Chairs and Vice Chairs
Information Sharing
· NEW: ICANN Announces Recipients of the ICANN84 Fellowship
· NEW: UA Day 2025 Report: Thousands Join to Advance Universal Acceptance
· NEW: ICANN Provides Resources for Public Comment on Draft Applicant Guidebook
· ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics
· Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages
· ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers
🚨 Action Items 🚨
· ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group
· Call for ASP Mentors
Public Comment
· MONDAY: PSR on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recover Policies
· Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs
· Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement - Public Comment 1 of 2
· Final Proceeding for Proposed Language for the Draft Next Round Applicant Guidebook (AGB)
· Root Zone Label Generation Rules Version 6 (RZ-LGR-6)
· Maximal Starting Repertoire Version 6 (MSR-6)
Events
· These events occur in June and July 2025.
ICANN83
NEW: A Look Back at ICANN83
ICANN83 was attended by 1,333 participants in Prague, including 172 first-time attendees. In addition, 569 people registered to join us online.
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
NEW: Honoring ICANN’s Working Group Chairs and Vice Chairs
Their dedication and ability to navigate the complexities of policy and advice development are truly laudable.
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
Information Sharing
NEW: ICANN Announces Recipients of the ICANN84 Fellowship
A total of 40 fellows residing in 35 countries will take part in the meeting 25–30 October 2025 in Muscat, Oman.
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
NEW: UA Day 2025 Report: Thousands Join to Advance Universal Acceptance
UA provides the gateway to the next billion Internet users.
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
NEW: ICANN Provides Resources for Public Comment on Draft Applicant Guidebook
ICANN org would like to thank the members of the Subsequent Procedures IRT for the hundreds of hours spent on the draft AGB language as well as the ICANN community for its reviews and comments on this document.
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
Next Round Outreach, Engagement, and Communications Snapshot
We’re excited to introduce the Next Round Snapshot, a new monthly recap that highlights key updates shared during the IRT Outreach meetings. This report covers recent activities across the Applicant Support Program (ASP), Registry Service Provider (RSP) evaluation, regional and topical engagement, web traffic stats, and communications milestones. Developed in response to GAC feedback, this snapshot supports visibility and alignment across teams working on the New gTLD Program: Next Round.
📅 Published monthly following each IRT Outreach meeting
📎 Check out the inaugural April/May edition here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>.
For questions, contact globalsupport(a)icann.org.<mailto:globalsupport@icann.org>
ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics
ICANN org is developing supplemental, complementary materials to aid prospective generic top-level domain (gTLD) applicants in understanding the Next Round application requirements, and how to navigate the application and evaluation processes.
Blog [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>.
Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages
ICANN is working with the community to identify potential Applicant Support Program (ASP) applicants – especially in regions that are currently under-represented in ICANN. If you are interested in helping to raise awareness among your own contacts or communities, please use the materials in the Next Round Champions Toolkit [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>.
To stay up to date on the New gTLD Program: Next Round and ASP, join the mailing list: nextroundinfo(a)icann.org. ASP leads, targets, and ideas can be sent to engagement.newgTLDprogram(a)icann.org<mailto:engagement.newgTLDprogram@icann.org>.
ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers
ICANNWiki is seeking volunteers to assist with creating and editing articles and content for the site. Do you want to help? Getting started is as simple as requesting an account [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>. Then, make sure to read the short content guide [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…> to get a feel for what belongs in the wiki. Also, feel free to take a look at some data source suggestions [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing!
Action Items
Call for ASP Mentors
ICANN is seeking volunteer mentors who would like to offer their expertise to supported applicants as part of the ASP in the new gTLD Program: Next Round [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>. ICANN is looking for mentors who can share insights and experience across ICANN Languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish) to support diverse gTLD applicants.
Mentors may play a role in: advising applicants on navigating the gTLD application process and DNS industry; identifying resources; providing guidance; sharing experiences as appropriate; and helping supported applicants navigate the ICANN community and Public Meetings. If you or someone in your network might be interested, please refer to the mentor registration announcement [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…> for more information.
Questions about the ASP or becoming a supported applicant Mentor can be sent to globalsupport(a)icann.org<mailto:globalsupport@icann.org>.
Public Comment
MONDAY: PSR on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recovery Policies [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
Submissions Opening Date: 15 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: 30 June 2025
Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 12 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 14 July 2025
Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement - Public Comment 1 of 2 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
Submissions Opening Date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 21 July 2025
Final Proceeding for Proposed Language for the Draft Next Round Applicant Guidebook (AGB) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
Submissions Opening Date: Friday, 30 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Wednesday, 23 July 2025
Root Zone Label Generation Rules Version 6 (RZ-LGR-6) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
Open for Submissions: 17 June 2025
Closed for Submissions: 29 July 2025
Maximal Starting Repertoire Version 6 (MSR-6) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>
Open for Submissions: 17 June 2025
Closed for Submissions: 29 July 2025
See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>.
See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>.
Events
These events occur in June and July 2025.
To learn more, please visit our community engagement calendar [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…>.
· PacNOG 35
· CANTO 2025 Conference
· Africa Law Tech Festival 2025
· DNS Operations and DNSSEC Hands-On Workshop - Pakistan 2025
· AAU 16th Quadrienal General Conference
Volume 7, Issue 46 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JxkSbsp…> | Next Issue: Monday, 30 June 2025
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ICANN Community Digest - NEW: ICANN RFI: Evaluator Panels for String Similarity and Variant Justification
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 23, 2025
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 23, 2025
June 23, 2025
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Monday, 23 June 2025
ICANN Community Digest
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Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>
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Table of Contents
Information Sharing
· NEW: ICANN Obtains Successful Court Ruling, Reinforcing Call for Fair AFRINIC Board Elections, Court Requires Receiver to make a Communique to Members
· NEW: ICANN RFI: Evaluator Panels for String Similarity and Variant Justification
· NEW: Next Steps for Monitoring the Effectiveness of ICANN’s Multistakeholder Model
· ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics
· Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages
· ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers
🚨 Action Items 🚨
· ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group
· Call for ASP Mentors
Public Comment
· NEW: Public Comment Summary Report: Africa Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030
· ONE WEEK FROM TODAY: Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs
· ONE WEEK FROM TODAY: PSR on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recover Policies
· Final Proceeding for Proposed Language for the Draft Next Round Applicant Guidebook (AGB)
· Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement - Public Comment 1 of 2
· Root Zone Label Generation Rules Version 6 (RZ-LGR-6)
· Maximal Starting Repertoire Version 6 (MSR-6)
Events
· These events occur in June 2025.
Information Sharing
NEW: ICANN Obtains Successful Court Ruling, Reinforcing Call for Fair AFRINIC Board Elections, Court Requires Receiver to make a Communique to Members
ICANN continues to pay close attention to AFRINIC’s ability to maintain its obligations as an RIR.
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>
NEW: ICANN RFI: Evaluator Panels for String Similarity and Variant Justification
The purpose of this RFI is to gather insights from prospective providers regarding their methodologies, expertise, and perspective on the potential challenges that may arise while conducting evaluations of String Similarity, Variant Justification, or both, under ICANN's policies and guidelines.
Deadline: 11 August 2025
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>
NEW: Next Steps for Monitoring the Effectiveness of ICANN’s Multistakeholder Model
We are confident that the Strategic Outlook Trends exercise places ICANN on the right path to identifying strengths and weaknesses, as well as new community needs and expectations, in a comprehensive and structured manner.
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>
Next Round Outreach, Engagement, and Communications Snapshot
We’re excited to introduce the Next Round Snapshot, a new monthly recap that highlights key updates shared during the IRT Outreach meetings. This report covers recent activities across the Applicant Support Program (ASP), Registry Service Provider (RSP) evaluation, regional and topical engagement, web traffic stats, and communications milestones. Developed in response to GAC feedback, this snapshot supports visibility and alignment across teams working on the New gTLD Program: Next Round.
📅 Published monthly following each IRT Outreach meeting
📎 Check out the inaugural April/May edition here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>.
For questions, contact globalsupport(a)icann.org.<mailto:globalsupport@icann.org>
ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics
ICANN org is developing supplemental, complementary materials to aid prospective generic top-level domain (gTLD) applicants in understanding the Next Round application requirements, and how to navigate the application and evaluation processes.
Blog [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>.
Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>
Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages
ICANN is working with the community to identify potential Applicant Support Program (ASP) applicants – especially in regions that are currently under-represented in ICANN. If you are interested in helping to raise awareness among your own contacts or communities, please use the materials in the Next Round Champions Toolkit [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>.
To stay up to date on the New gTLD Program: Next Round and ASP, join the mailing list: nextroundinfo(a)icann.org. ASP leads, targets, and ideas can be sent to engagement.newgTLDprogram(a)icann.org<mailto:engagement.newgTLDprogram@icann.org>.
ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers
ICANNWiki is seeking volunteers to assist with creating and editing articles and content for the site. Do you want to help? Getting started is as simple as requesting an account [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>. Then, make sure to read the short content guide [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…> to get a feel for what belongs in the wiki. Also, feel free to take a look at some data source suggestions [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing!
Action Items
ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group
ICANN is inviting the ALAC, ccNSO, GAC, GNSO, and SSAC to each submit one nomination by 25 June 2025.
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>
Call for ASP Mentors
ICANN is seeking volunteer mentors who would like to offer their expertise to supported applicants as part of the ASP in the new gTLD Program: Next Round [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>. ICANN is looking for mentors who can share insights and experience across ICANN Languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish) to support diverse gTLD applicants.
Mentors may play a role in: advising applicants on navigating the gTLD application process and DNS industry; identifying resources; providing guidance; sharing experiences as appropriate; and helping supported applicants navigate the ICANN community and Public Meetings. If you or someone in your network might be interested, please refer to the mentor registration announcement [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…> for more information.
Questions about the ASP or becoming a supported applicant Mentor can be sent to globalsupport(a)icann.org<mailto:globalsupport@icann.org>.
Public Comment
NEW: Public Comment Summary Report: Africa Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>
ONE WEEK FROM TODAY: Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>
Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 12 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 30 June 2025
ONE WEEK FROM TODAY: PSR on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recovery Policies [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>
Submissions Opening Date: 15 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: 30 June 2025
Final Proceeding for Proposed Language for the Draft Next Round Applicant Guidebook (AGB) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>
Submissions Opening Date: Friday, 30 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Wednesday, 23 July 2025
Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement - Public Comment 1 of 2 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>
Submissions Opening Date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 21 July 2025
Root Zone Label Generation Rules Version 6 (RZ-LGR-6) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>
Open for Submissions: 17 June 2025
Closed for Submissions: 29 July 2025
Maximal Starting Repertoire Version 6 (MSR-6) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001cuBwMT_…>
Open for Submissions: 17 June 2025
Closed for Submissions: 29 July 2025
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Events
These events occur in June 2025.
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· PacNOG 35
· Africa Law Tech Festival 2025
· DNS Operations and DNSSEC Hands-On Workshop - Pakistan 2025
· AAU 16th Quadrienal General Conference
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ICANN Community Digest - NEW: ICANN83 Governmental Advisory Committee Communiqué Now Available
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 19, 2025
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 19, 2025
June 19, 2025
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Thursday, 19 June 2025
ICANN Community Digest
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Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest
to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates.
Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest?
Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org!<mailto:policyinfo@icann.org>
Table of Contents
ICANN83
· NEW: ICANN83 Governmental Advisory Committee Communiqué Now Available
· NEW: ICANN83 Policy and Advice Outcomes
Information Sharing
· NEW: ICANN seeks feedback on updated Root Zone Label Generation Rules
· NEW: ICANN seeks feedback on updated Maximal Starting Repertoire
· ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics
· Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages
· ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers
🚨 Action Items 🚨
· ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group
· Call for ASP Mentors
Public Comment
· NEW: Root Zone Label Generation Rules Version 6 (RZ-LGR-6)
· NEW: Maximal Starting Repertoire Version 6 (MSR-6)
· Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs
· PSR on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recover Policies
· Final Proceeding for Proposed Language for the Draft Next Round Applicant Guidebook (AGB)
· Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement - Public Comment 1 of 2
Events
· These events occur in June 2025.
ICANN83
NEW: ICANN83 Governmental Advisory Committee Communiqué Now Available
The ICANN83 Gac Communiqué is available here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>.
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
NEW: ICANN83 Policy and Advice Outcomes
This blog captures the high-level policy and advice outcomes from the Supporting Organizations (SOs) and Advisory Committees (ACs).
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
Information Sharing
NEW: ICANN seeks feedback on updated Root Zone Label Generation Rules
Version 6 includes the work completed by the Thaana Script Generation Panel, which represents the 27th script in the RZ-LGR.]
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
Public Comment. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
NEW: ICANN seeks feedback on updated Maximal Starting Repertoire
It is a subset of code points in Unicode 16.0, created by following the prescriptions detailed in the Procedure to Develop and Maintain Label Generation Rules for the Root Zone with Respect to IDN Labels (RZ-LGR Procedure) in eliminating code points not eligible for the root zone.
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
Public Comment.
Next Round Outreach, Engagement, and Communications Snapshot
We’re excited to introduce the Next Round Snapshot, a new monthly recap that highlights key updates shared during the IRT Outreach meetings. This report covers recent activities across the Applicant Support Program (ASP), Registry Service Provider (RSP) evaluation, regional and topical engagement, web traffic stats, and communications milestones. Developed in response to GAC feedback, this snapshot supports visibility and alignment across teams working on the New gTLD Program: Next Round.
📅 Published monthly following each IRT Outreach meeting
📎 Check out the inaugural April/May edition here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>.
For questions, contact globalsupport(a)icann.org.<mailto:globalsupport@icann.org>
ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics
ICANN org is developing supplemental, complementary materials to aid prospective generic top-level domain (gTLD) applicants in understanding the Next Round application requirements, and how to navigate the application and evaluation processes.
Blog [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>.
Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages
ICANN is working with the community to identify potential Applicant Support Program (ASP) applicants – especially in regions that are currently under-represented in ICANN. If you are interested in helping to raise awareness among your own contacts or communities, please use the materials in the Next Round Champions Toolkit [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>.
To stay up to date on the New gTLD Program: Next Round and ASP, join the mailing list: nextroundinfo(a)icann.org. ASP leads, targets, and ideas can be sent to engagement.newgTLDprogram(a)icann.org<mailto:engagement.newgTLDprogram@icann.org>.
ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers
ICANNWiki is seeking volunteers to assist with creating and editing articles and content for the site. Do you want to help? Getting started is as simple as requesting an account [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>. Then, make sure to read the short content guide [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…> to get a feel for what belongs in the wiki. Also, feel free to take a look at some data source suggestions [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing!
Action Items
ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group
ICANN is inviting the ALAC, ccNSO, GAC, GNSO, and SSAC to each submit one nomination by 25 June 2025.
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
Call for ASP Mentors
ICANN is seeking volunteer mentors who would like to offer their expertise to supported applicants as part of the ASP in the new gTLD Program: Next Round [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>. ICANN is looking for mentors who can share insights and experience across ICANN Languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish) to support diverse gTLD applicants.
Mentors may play a role in: advising applicants on navigating the gTLD application process and DNS industry; identifying resources; providing guidance; sharing experiences as appropriate; and helping supported applicants navigate the ICANN community and Public Meetings. If you or someone in your network might be interested, please refer to the mentor registration announcement [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…> for more information.
Questions about the ASP or becoming a supported applicant Mentor can be sent to globalsupport(a)icann.org<mailto:globalsupport@icann.org>.
Public Comment
NEW: Root Zone Label Generation Rules Version 6 (RZ-LGR-6) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
Open for Submissions: 17 June 2025
Closed for Submissions: 29 July 2025
NEW: Maximal Starting Repertoire Version 6 (MSR-6) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
Open for Submissions: 17 June 2025
Closed for Submissions: 29 July 2025
Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 12 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 30 June 2025
PSR on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recovery Policies [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
Submissions Opening Date: 15 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: 30 June 2025
Final Proceeding for Proposed Language for the Draft Next Round Applicant Guidebook (AGB) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
Submissions Opening Date: Friday, 30 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Wednesday, 23 July 2025
Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement - Public Comment 1 of 2 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>
Submissions Opening Date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 21 July 2025
See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>.
See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>.
Events
These events occur in June 2025.
To learn more, please visit our community engagement calendar [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001wgSgfEh…>.
· School of Digital Transformation and Innovation in the Caribbean (Trinidad & Tobago)
· PacNOG 35
· Africa Law Tech Festival 2025
· DNS Operations and DNSSEC Hands-On Workshop - Pakistan 2025
· AAU 16th Quadrienal General Conference
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Newsletter - ICANN83 Ends Today! Read the Newsletter for Highlights From the Last Day
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 12, 2025
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 12, 2025
June 12, 2025
[https://nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=d61ab498-f805-49ac-8c34-068092ddb824…]
[Read Today’s Session Highlights and More in the ICANN83 Newsletter][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ato9D9Z…>
ICANN83 Newsletter
12 June 2025
MEETING SCHEDULE [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ato9D9Z…>
TOP NEWS
Thank You for Joining ICANN83
[ICANN President and CEO Kurtis Lindqvist][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ato9D9Z…>
By Kurtis Lindqvist, ICANN President and CEO
Thank you to everyone who joined us online and in Prague, Czech Republic, for the ICANN83 Policy Forum [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ato9D9Z…>. I would also like to thank our host, CZ.NIC, and the venue for helping to make this meeting possible.
Over four productive days, the ICANN community discussed and advanced policy work on important issues including the next round of new generic top-level domain applications, Domain Name System Abuse, and the 20-year review of the outcomes from the World Summit on the Information Society. As we approach this critical juncture in the history of Internet governance, ICANN continues to prove the effectiveness of multistakeholder, consensus-based decision-making.
Thank you all for your hard work this week, and I’ll see you again at ICANN84!
Join Us in Muscat for ICANN84
[View of the skyline overlooking Muscat, Oman at dusk]
By Baher Esmat, VP, Stakeholder Engagement - Middle East & Managing Director - Middle East and Africa
As we conclude a productive ICANN83 in Prague, our attention turns to what’s next. ICANN84 will be held 25 to 30 October 2025 in Muscat, Oman, hosted at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre.
ICANN84 will serve as ICANN’s 2025 Annual General Meeting, and as an important opportunity for the global community to assess progress, plan for the future, and continue advancing the policies and technical work that support the secure and stable operation of the Internet. Taking place in Muscat, Oman, this meeting also marks a return to the Middle East, a region that continues to play a vital role in Internet development and multistakeholder engagement. Oman, with its growing digital infrastructure and longstanding commitment to innovation, provides a meaningful backdrop for these important discussions.
Whether you’re deeply involved in policy discussions or just beginning to engage with ICANN’s work, I encourage you to join us. ICANN84 will be shaped by the voices in the room, virtual or physical, and we look forward to hearing yours.
ICANN83 BY THE NUMBERS
[ICANN83 By the Numbers]
ICANN83 NEWS AND RESOURCES
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SESSION HIGHLIGHTS
At-Large Plenary 2: Progressing DNS Abuse Mitigation Efforts Within ICANN
The At-Large Advisory Committee (ALAC) and the At-Large Community continue to believe that more can be done to combat DNS abuse on a number of fronts. Apart from strengthening ICANN org’s ability to act against errant ICANN Contracted Parties that fail to carry out their contractual obligations in mitigating DNS Abuse, the ALAC intends to explore ways to mitigate more effectively harm emanating from maliciously registered domain names before such harm can be inflicted on Internet end-users.
To this end, beginning at ICANN83, the ALAC will convene a series of collaborative conversations involving the ICANN community, to support stronger cross-community understanding of continuing widespread abuse cases for better scoping and identification of possible solutions for the same.
This session aims to collaboratively: (1) recap more recent initiatives targeted at mitigating DNS Abuse; (2) identify and scope types of abuse perpetrated using maliciously registered domain names which continue to occur rampantly; and (3) explore feasible mitigation or preventive solutions and possible paths to secure such solutions.
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12 June, 10:45–12:15 CEST (8:45 UTC)
GNSO: Human Rights Impact Assessment: Navigating Disclosure of Domain Name Registrant Data
This session explores the human rights implications of disclosing private and personal data of domain name registrants. It will examine how registrars evaluate urgency, and make disclosure decisions while respecting privacy, freedom of expression, and due process. It also discusses the authentication practices of third- party requestors (especially law enforcement agencies) authentication practices.
The session will also discuss the role of data accuracy and whether ICANN’s pilot experimental Registration Data Request Services (RDRS) can provide sufficient safeguards and transparency for the triage of third-party requests. The session will consider how registrars balance obligations with fundamental rights and whether a rapid Human Rights Impact Assessment (HRIA) framework could support more consistent, rights-respecting disclosure practices.
Organized by NCSG in consultation with subject matter experts from different stakeholder groups, this session aims to advance community dialogue on aligning disclosure mechanisms with ICANN’s multistakeholder model and international human rights standards.
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SESSION RECAP
GNSO: Latin Script Diacritics Policy Development Process Working Group (2 Sessions)
These sessions took place on Wednesday, 11 June. If you missed it or want to review, visit the session pages for Session One [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ato9D9Z…> and Session Two [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ato9D9Z…> to view the available session materials and recordings.
The Latin Script Diacritics Policy Development Process Working Group (LD PDP WG) continued to develop its initial report. During two working sessions at ICANN83, the group discussed the recommendations from the Expedited PDP on Internationalized Domain Names [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ato9D9Z…> (EPDP-IDNs) and their applicability to and relevance for the LD PDP.
The PDP is aimed at examining how to delegate the limited cases in which a base ASCII gTLD and the Latin script diacritic version(s) of the gTLD are not variants of each other. Throughout the two working sessions, there were robust discussions on the applicability of the output recommendations of EPDP-IDNs, and the LD PDP WG completed its review of the Phase 1 recommendations [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ato9D9Z…>. The group also examined edge cases and opportunities to aid in allowing an exceptions process for sets of ASCII and Latin diacritic script gTLDs.
The LD PDP WG will continue to review the EPDP-IDN recommendations from Phase 2 to determine their applicability for this PDP. The group also will continue working to complete its narrowly scoped PDP within the proposed timeframe, and deliver an initial report by February 2026.
ICANN83 PHOTO OF THE DAY
[Participants of the "Celebrating 10 Years of UASG and Moving Forward" session gather for a group photo]
Above: Participants of the "Celebrating 10 Years of UASG and Moving Forward" session gather for a group photo
APAC FOCUS
Presentation About Multistakeholder Model at
Peking University
[ICANN Senior Director, Stakeholder Engagement, Asia, Jian Chuan Zhang spoke about ICANN’s multistakeholder model at Peking University]
Jian Chuan Zhang, ICANN Stakeholder Engagement Senior Director, Asia, spoke about ICANN’s multistakeholder model as part of a graduate course on Internet governance and global communication at Peking University on 21 May 2025. He was invited by Jinhe Liu, assistant professor in the School of Journalism and Communication, and a former ICANN Fellow who is now active in the community.
The presentation marked the third time Zhang has discussed the multistakeholder model in the course since it was launched in 2023. Following an interactive presentation, the students, for the first time, organized a simulation session that tried to utilize the multistakeholder model to resolve a real-life issue. After a successful premiere, more simulation sessions are planned.
The course provides a great opportunity to share ICANN’s key messages on the multistakeholder model of policymaking among future leaders, especially because Peking University is one of the most prestigious universities in the APAC region. While the class is currently an elective course within the School of Journalism and Communication, the long-term goal is to turn it into a university-level elective course.
MEET THE APAC COMMUNITY
Hongyu (Catherine) Liu
China
[Hongyu (Catherine) Liu]
Hongyu (Catherine) Liu is the director of International Business at the Internet Domain Name System National Engineering Research Center (ZDNS Ltd.) in China and represents the Registry Stakeholder Group (RySG). Motivated by an interest in domain industry developments and policy discussions, she has been involved in ICANN since 2019.
Liu participated in all ICANN Public Meetings from ICANN67 to ICANN82, engaging with both the RySG and the Registrars Stakeholder Group. Because her primary focus is the New gTLD Program: Next Round, Liu joined the Implementation Review Team in May 2023 to contribute to implementation discussions. She is a strong advocate for broader global participation in ICANN and Internet governance discussions.
MEET THE ICANN83 FELLOWS
Jelena Šuh
Serbia
[Jelena Šuh]
Jelena Šuh is a telecommunications engineer and technical trainer working for Telekom Srbija in Serbia, with over a decade of experience in computer networking and education. An aspiring researcher with an interest in computer networks, Internet technologies, and e‐education, she has published several articles and is a coauthor of several textbooks in the field of computer networks.
Besides academic work, Šuh is passionate about education and has more than ten years of experience in face-to-face and online teaching in academic and business settings. She is currently working with colleagues on establishing an information and communications technology academy within the Palace of Science in Belgrade for the acquisition of practical knowledge in various fields of information and communication technology. Her goal is to promote the importance of Internet organizations and the multistakeholder approach and to engage with colleagues and students, because only by combining different strengths and capabilities, can we find ways to keep improving the quality, performance, openness, and security of the Internet.
“The ICANN Fellowship Program is a unique opportunity to meet people from different multistakeholder groups with the same goal - One World, One Internet.”
WELCOME NEXTGEN@ICANN
Aaron Promise Mbah
Russian Federation
[Aaron Promise Mbah]
Aaron Promise Mbah is an early-career technology policy researcher and innovation strategist. Originally from Nigeria, he supports research at the Institute for Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge at HSE University in Moscow. At the same time, Mbah is completing a master’s program in science, technology, and innovation management and policy.
Mbah has been actively involved in ICANN since 2024 and has participated in
various ICANN meetings. He also is engaged in ICANN outreach events and webinars in Nigeria and serves as a member of the Noncommercial Users Constituency, where he supports the works of the At-Large Consolidated Policy Working Group. His motivation to join ICANN stemmed from a growing curiosity about ICANN’s unique role in the Internet ecosystem.
Mbah hopes to gain a deeper understanding of ICANN’s ecosystem and policy development processes and to build meaningful relationships with mentors and fellow young leaders from around the world.
“The decisions we make today will define how open, safe, and inclusive the Internet remains for future generations.”
ICANN COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
Thiago Grijo Dal Toe
Participant, Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC)
[Thiago Grijo Dal Toe]
"Engaging in ICANN contributes to governments’ understanding of how the Internet’s technical foundation works, improving our decision-making process and impacting how we can work on it.
In Colombia, we care about giving our citizens the best possible experience of digital transformation. That’s why we engage with ICANN – to guarantee our practices do not disrupt the Internet's mission or unintentionally disadvantage users.
It’s vital that we invite the different stakeholders to engage in fruitful conversations about the use of the Internet, and create consensus to take action on the challenges presented by its evolution and growth. By encouraging local internet governance groups to engage in meaningful discussions in support of the multistakeholder model. Reminding the multiple stakeholders of Colombia the different challenges we face, and inviting them to be involved in the community and participate in the discussions and events that helps to ensure a free and stable internet for all."
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Day 1 of ICANN83 in Prague: https://meetings.icann.org/en/meetings/icann83/
ICANN83 Prague Policy Forum | ICANN Public Meetings
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[☕]Coffee breaks on second floor
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DAY 1 - Read Today’s Session Highlights and More in the ICANN83 Newsletter
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 9, 2025
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 9, 2025
June 9, 2025
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ICANN83 Newsletter
9 June 2025
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Welcome to the ICANN83 Policy Forum
[Tripti Sinha, ICANN Board Chair, and Kurtis Lindqvist, ICANN President and CEO][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XMWGBJU…>
By Tripti Sinha, ICANN Board Chair, and Kurtis Lindqvist, ICANN President and CEO
On behalf of the ICANN Board and organization, we are excited to welcome you to ICANN83 [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XMWGBJU…>. Today marks the start of the annual four-day Policy Forum, which is taking place online and in Prague, Czech Republic.
While this meeting is focused on current policy work, there are plenty of opportunities to expand your understanding and learn about the latest developments from across ICANN. Today, the ICANN organization is hosting a session [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XMWGBJU…> to discuss the 20-year review of the World Summit on the Information Society outcomes, and tomorrow the Address Supporting Organization will hold an information session [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XMWGBJU…>. On Thursday, bring your questions for the Root Server System Advisory Committee and the Security and Stability Advisory Committee to the joint community open mic session [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XMWGBJU…>.
We are looking forward to welcoming newcomers to ICANN, engaging with the community, and advancing the discussion of key issues, including the future of ICANN meetings. Whether you are joining us in person or online, we look forward to seeing you this week!
ICANN NEWS
Discover ICANN Domain Metrica With Our New Brochure
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ICANN’s Security, Stability, and Resiliency (SSR) Research team has released a new brochure that introduces the ICANN Domain Metrica platform in a user-friendly format. ICANN Domain Metrica is designed to enhance how domain data is captured, measured, and analyzed—offering insights into individual domains and broader domain group trends.
The platform is built with adaptability in mind, allowing it to grow over time by integrating new data sources, evolving methodologies, and additional metrics. Whether you're an industry expert or simply curious about domain behaviors, ICANN Domain Metrica is a powerful tool for understanding the Domain Name System landscape.
Explore the platform’s capabilities and learn how it supports a more secure and stable Internet ecosystem. Check out the brochure here [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XMWGBJU…>.
ICANN83 NEWS AND RESOURCES
Chris Mondini Welcomes You to ICANN83
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Chris Mondini, ICANN’s VP, Stakeholder Engagement & Managing Director – Europe, extends a warm welcome to all ICANN83 participants, both in Prague and online.
Stop By the Next Round Booth at ICANN83
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Would you like to learn more about how your business, community, or organization could use a new gTLD? The Next Round engagement team will host a table at ICANN83 to answer your questions.
Stop by the table on the second floor next to the ICANN engagement space during morning and afternoon coffee breaks (10:15–10:45 CEST, 8:15–8:45 UTC and 15:00–15:30 CEST, 13:00–13:30 UTC) from Monday, 9 June, through Wednesday, 11 June.
For more information, email engagement.newgTLDprogram(a)icann.org<mailto:engagement.newgTLDprogram@icann.org>.
Get Your Complimentary Metro Passes
The City of Prague is offering ICANN83 attendees complimentary public transportation
9–12 June.
To take advantage of this offer, visit the ICANN Meeting Information Desk. You will receive a one-time activation code and instructions to download an app and activate your pass on your mobile device.
Please note: The number of codes is limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
We look forward to seeing everyone at ICANN83 in Prague!
Join Us for Academic Hour at ICANN83
ICANN invites you to join us for the Academic Hour at the ICANN Engagement booth during ICANN83. This session will take place on Wednesday, 11 June, at 10:15 CEST (8:15 UTC).
The Academic Hour at ICANN83 is an opportunity for the community to engage with ICANN org team members on ways we can best raise awareness, encourage participation, and support capacity building on ICANN issues. ICANN actively engages with the academic sector to foster a globally knowledgeable and informed public, including students, educators, and researchers, about the Internet ecosystem and ICANN's role.
Whether you’re new to ICANN and Internet governance or deeply involved in academic research, we welcome your insights and participation!
SESSION HIGHLIGHTS
Tech Day
Tech Day brings together ICANN’s technical community and is open to anyone interested in technical or security-related topics.
This key series of sessions has been part of ICANN Public Meetings since 2006, and it continues to grow. Tech Day provides a forum to discuss technical topics related to registry, Domain Name System work, and security.
Tech Day will offer live interpretation in English, French, and Spanish.
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DNSSEC and Security Workshop
The DNSSEC and Security Workshop brings together those that are actively engaged in deployment of DNSSEC and also those that are interested in the security of the Internet.
Anyone with an interest in the deployment of DNSSEC, particularly registry, registrar and ISP representatives with technical, operational, and strategic planning roles should attend the workshop.
The DNSSEC and Security Workshop presentations for this meeting will include the continuation of the panel on DNSSEC provisioning, a presentation on PQC for DNSSEC Research, and another presentation on DELEG and what it means for DNSSEC.
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In Memoriam: Remembering Nigel Hickson
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The Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC) will host a service for community members who wish to gather to remember our colleague and friend Nigel Hickson. Remote participation will be available for those who wish to join virtually.
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10 June, 17:45–18:45 CEST (15:45 UTC)
Celebrating 10 Years of UASG and Moving Forward
This special session will recognize the Universal Acceptance Steering Group (UASG) and celebrate its decade of work. The session will include a discussion regarding the future of UA work within the community and ICANN.
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EMEA FOCUS
Ireland Hosts Its First Internet Governance Forum
in Dublin
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By Adam Peake, Sr. Manager, Civil Society Engagement
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As of April 2025, there were more than 176 National and Regional IGF initiatives (NRIs) around the world. One of the most recent additions is Ireland.
While a latecomer to the NRI collective, Ireland’s inaugural IGF had an impressive line-up of speakers, headed by Minister Patrick O'Donovan, and panel discussions on regulating online spaces, geopolitics, diversity and inclusion, and – the hot topic of many IGFs this year – ethical Artificial Intelligence. Panelists were a mix of Irish and European experts, favoring local points of view.
The event organizing team was led by the .ie Country Code Top Level Domain operator and the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications. ICANN is pleased to be a supporter of IGF Ireland.
MEET THE EMEA COMMUNITY
Regina Filipová Fuchsová, PhD
Czech Republic
[Regina Filipová Fuchsová]
Regina Filipová Fuchsová is the industry relations manager at EURid, the registry operator for the .eu top-level domain. With academic training in economics and law, she has worked in Internet governance and domain name policy since 2007. In recent years, Fuchsová’s role has brought her into closer collaboration with ICANN, particularly through the Country Code Names Supporting Organization (ccNSO).
Fuchsová will continue her work as vice-chair of the ccNSO Universal Acceptance Committee at ICANN83. She is particularly focused on identifying the enablers and barriers to Universal Acceptance (UA) for ccTLDs and strengthening cooperation with local governments to support UA adoption. She’s also passionate about IDNs, youth engagement, and broadening participation in Internet governance processes.
Beyond ICANN, Fuchsová is an active contributor to EuroDIG, Internet Governance Forum, and Internet Society initiatives. She recently co-organized a multistakeholder event in Prague on Internet governance and disinformation challenges.
Her message to the ICANN community: collaboration across stakeholder groups is essential to ensuring that the Internet remains inclusive, secure, and accessible for future generations.
MEET THE ICANN83 FELLOWS
Noveck Gowandan
Trinidad and Tobago
[Noveck Gowandan]
Noveck Gowandan is a highly experienced information and communication technology professional and governance researcher at the University of the West Indies, with nearly two decades of experience in both the public and private sectors in Trinidad and Tobago. At ICANN, he represents the academic, end user, and technical communities, and is also a member of the Internet Society (Trinidad and Tobago Chapter), and the University of the West Indies At-Large Structure.
As a global collaborator, Gowandan has established industry partnerships with organizations such as EDUCAUSE, the Linux Foundation, Certiverse, and of course, ICANN. He is a returning fellow for ICANN83; his first fellowship was at ICANN78.
With a PhD in governance, Gowandan’s research focused on the intricate connections between information technology governance, organizational politics, and organizational culture. At ICANN he is keenly interested in Internet governance and the unique challenges of managing the Domain Name System that underpins the Internet.
"The ICANN Fellowship Program experience is incomparable to any other experiences I've had in my career.”
WELCOME NEXTGEN@ICANN
Barnabas Muuo Peter
Poland
[Barnabas Muuo Peter]
Originally from Kenya, Barnabas Muuo Peter studies computer science at Warsaw University of Technology with a special interest in artificial intelligence, digital policy, and Internet governance. His passion for equitable digital transformation and interdisciplinary collaboration drew him to ICANN, where he hopes to help shape inclusive policies that ensure the Internet remains a global public resource, especially in underrepresented regions.
Peter was previously involved with the Internet Society and the G20 youth consultation on digital equity. He completed several ICANN Learn courses on policy development and looks forward to the ICANN83 Public Meeting, Peter’s first ICANN event.
“Let’s create policies that reflect the diversity of global
Internet users.”
ICANN COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
Jorge Cancio
Participant, Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC)
[Jorge Cancio]
"We may say that Switzerland’s political system is multistakeholder by design, as our citizenship normally has the final say on all political decisions, be they local, regional, or federal. Hence, engaging with all actors and stakeholders is a feature of our system.
We strive to implement this in digital governance matters, inter alia, through the Swiss IGF as well as in the Plateforme Tripartite, our national information hub and multistakeholder platform for exchanging information on topics related to Internet and digital governance and artificial intelligence AI."
Ashwin Sasongko
Participant, Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC)
[Ashwin Sasongko]
"Because many countries use ICANN internet services, and also follow the WSIS targets related to Internet access, then it is important for the government to engage with ICANN policy development.
In addition, the Internet is used and also operated locally by various people, communities, companies, central and local governments etc, then it is important for the government to take care of those various stakeholders interests."
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ICANN Community Digest - NEW: ICANN Seeks Initial Feedback on Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 5, 2025
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 5, 2025
June 5, 2025
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Thursday, 05 June 2025
ICANN Community Digest
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The next issue of the ICANN Community Digest will be published on 16 June 2025.
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Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest
to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates.
Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest?
Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org!<mailto:policyinfo@icann.org>
Table of Contents
ICANN83
· ICANN83 Schedule
· Zoom Backgrounds
· ICANN83 Policy Outlook Report
· GNSO Policy Briefing
· ICANN83 Press Release
· PRSP Pre-ICANN83 Briefing
· NEW: Welcome to Prague: A Preview of the ICANN83 Policy Forum
· NextGen@ICANN83 Presentation Sessions
Information Sharing
· NEW: ICANN Seeks Initial Feedback on Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement
· NEW: Expanded Annual Audit Findings Delivered for IANA Functions
· NEW: ICANN Heads to IGF 2025 as Internet Governance Faces a Defining Moment
· NEW: ICANN Request for Proposal: Interpretation Equipment and Technical Support
· NEW: Building Capacity and Increasing Access Through ICANN’s ASP
· NEW: Publication: SAC128: SSAC Comments on Draft Governance Document for the Recognition, Maintenance, and Derecognition of RIRs
· ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics
· Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages
· ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers
🚨 Action Items 🚨
· Requesting Your Input: Office of the Ombuds Baseline Survey Now Open
· ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group
· Call for ASP Mentors
Public Comment
· NEW: How We Meet: Reviewing the Implementation of the ICANN Public Meeting Strategy
· NEW: Public Comment Summary Report: FY26-FY30 Middle East Regional Plan
· NEW: Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement - Public Comment 1 of 2
· TOMORROW: Africa Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030
· Transfer Policy Review Working Group Final Report for ICANN Board Consideration
· Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs
· PSR on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recover Policies
· Final Proceeding for Proposed Language for the Draft Next Round Applicant Guidebook (AGB)
Events
· These events occur in June 2025.
ICANN83
ICANN83 Schedule [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
ICANN83 Policy Outlook Report [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
Zoom Backgrounds [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
ICANN83 Press Release [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
GNSO Policy Briefing [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
PRSP Pre-ICANN83 Briefing [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
NEW: Welcome to Prague: A Preview of the ICANN83 Policy Forum
I'm pleased to welcome you to a city that's hosting its second ICANN Public Meeting – and one that offers a truly remarkable backdrop for our discussions.
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NextGen@ICANN83 Presentation Sessions
There will be two sessions at ICANN83: Tuesday, 10 June from 10:45-12:15 and Wednesday, 11 June from 10:45-12:15.
On 10 June, join us for the following presentations:
1. ICANN vs. the EU’s DSA: 1–0? ICANN’s INFERMAL Project and the Proactive Detection of Malicious Domain Registrations [Presented by Iris Tuijaerts]
2. Governance Processes at Internet Exchange Points [Presented by Sophia Longwe]
3. Accountability in Internet Governance [Presented by Mira Gillis]
4. Misconfigured CNAMEs, Subdomain Takeover, and Implications for the Economics of PKI [Presented by Movitz Sunar]
5. DNS and Zero Trust Architecture: the role of ICANN [Presented by Massioudath Bankole]
6. Securing the Root: A Control Plane Approach for TLD Stability [Presented by Suncica Rosic]
On 11 June, join us for the following presentations:
1. Network Shutdowns and Internet Governance [Presented by Ankita Rathi]
2. AI diversity or just more of Digital Colonialism? - Indigenous Data and AI Training [Presented by José Renato Laranjeira de Pereira]
3. The Effectiveness of State-Imposed Internet Shutdowns as a Counter-Terrorism Strategy in Africa [Presented by Aaron Promise Mbah]
4. Digital Sovereignty in Latin America [Presented by Laila Lorenzon]
5. Bridging the Digital Divide: Empowering Youth Through Inclusive Internet Governance [Presented by Barnabas Peter]
6. The New Digital Divide: When AI Consumes the Infrastructure Before People Do [Presented by Ayoub Ghamas]
Information Sharing
NEW: ICANN Seeks Initial Feedback on Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement
Once the ICANN Board approves the final terms of the Next Round RA, it will serve as the contractual document between successful applicants in the New gTLD Program: Next Round and ICANN.
Announcement. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
Public Comment. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
NEW: Expanded Annual Audit Findings Delivered for IANA Functions
For the fifteenth consecutive year, an exception-free audit has been completed for the management of the Root DNSSEC Key Signing Key (KSK) securing the Domain Name System (DNS).
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NEW: ICANN Heads to IGF 2025 as Internet Governance Faces a Defining Moment
ICANN's participation will underscore the importance of technical coordination in keeping the Internet operational.
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NEW: ICANN Request for Proposal: Interpretation Equipment and Technical Support
The services shall be provided remotely from the supplier's location and on site during the three annual ICANN Public Meetings, various regional meetings, and other meetings as required.
Deadline: 23:59 UTC on 11 July 2025
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NEW: Building Capacity and Increasing Access Through ICANN’s ASP
Our focus continues to be on fostering opportunity through broad global awareness of the ASP and enabling access through comprehensive resources and tools to prepare applicants for the ASP and gTLD application processes.
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NEW: Publication: SAC128: SSAC Comments on Draft Governance Document for the Recognition, Maintenance, and Derecognition of RIRs
This is a comment to the ICANN ASO AC providing the observations of the SSAC of the
proposed Governance Document for the Recognition, Maintenance, and Derecognition of
Regional Internet Registries (RIRs).
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ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics
ICANN org is developing supplemental, complementary materials to aid prospective generic top-level domain (gTLD) applicants in understanding the Next Round application requirements, and how to navigate the application and evaluation processes.
Blog [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>.
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Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages
ICANN is working with the community to identify potential Applicant Support Program (ASP) applicants – especially in regions that are currently under-represented in ICANN. If you are interested in helping to raise awareness among your own contacts or communities, please use the materials in the Next Round Champions Toolkit [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>.
To stay up to date on the New gTLD Program: Next Round and ASP, join the mailing list: nextroundinfo(a)icann.org. ASP leads, targets, and ideas can be sent to engagement.newgTLDprogram(a)icann.org<mailto:engagement.newgTLDprogram@icann.org>.
ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers
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Action Items
Requesting Your Input: Office of the Ombuds Baseline Survey Now Open
The purpose of the survey is to get an understanding of how well-known and trusted the Office is within the ICANN community.
Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group
ICANN is inviting the ALAC, ccNSO, GAC, GNSO, and SSAC to each submit one nomination by 25 June 2025.
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Call for ASP Mentors
ICANN is seeking volunteer mentors who would like to offer their expertise to supported applicants as part of the ASP in the new gTLD Program: Next Round [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>. ICANN is looking for mentors who can share insights and experience across ICANN Languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish) to support diverse gTLD applicants.
Mentors may play a role in: advising applicants on navigating the gTLD application process and DNS industry; identifying resources; providing guidance; sharing experiences as appropriate; and helping supported applicants navigate the ICANN community and Public Meetings. If you or someone in your network might be interested, please refer to the mentor registration announcement [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…> for more information.
Questions about the ASP or becoming a supported applicant Mentor can be sent to globalsupport(a)icann.org<mailto:globalsupport@icann.org>.
Public Comment
NEW: Public Comment Summary Report: How We Meet: Reviewing the Implementation of the ICANN Public Meeting Strategy [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
NEW: Public Comment Summary Report: FY26-FY30 Middle East Regional Plan [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
NEW: Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement - Public Comment 1 of 2 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
Submissions Opening Date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 21 July 2025
TOMORROW: Africa Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
Submissions Opening Date: Friday, 25 April 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Friday, 06 June 2025
Transfer Policy Review Working Group Final Report for ICANN Board Consideration [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 28 April 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 16 June 2025
Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 12 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 30 June 2025
PSR on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recovery Policies [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
Submissions Opening Date: 15 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: 30 June 2025
Final Proceeding for Proposed Language for the Draft Next Round Applicant Guidebook (AGB) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Bpjds8F…>
Submissions Opening Date: Friday, 30 May 2025
Submissions Closing Date: Wednesday, 23 July 2025
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Events
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· TechEx North America
· ICANN83 Prague Policy Forum
· NANOG 94
· CTU's 2025 3rd International ICT Forecast and Preparatory Meeting
· School of Digital Transformation and Innovation in the Caribbean (Trinidad & Tobago)
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