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Meeting invitation: At-Large Webinar: At-Large Meets ICANN Contractual Compliance and NetBeacon Institute Tuesday, 12 May 2026 at 13:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff May 6, 2026

May 6, 2026

[cid:image001.png@01DCDD6E.2F386B80] Dear All, You are invited to participate in this At-Large Webinar: At-Large Meets ICANN Contractual Compliance and NetBeacon Institute on Tuesday, 12 May 2026 at 13:00 UTC for 75 mins,to inform the At-Large in shaping its agenda to combat against DNS Abuse. DNS Abuse mitigation remains as a key focus area for the ALAC and At-Large community. It is generally accepted that DNS Abuse cannot be eliminated. However, it is also clear that it can be mitigated and such mitigation efforts may take many forms and are often driven by various parties either working collaboratively or complementarily to bring about impact to protect end users against harm perpetrated by malicious domain name registrations. In prior meetings with the Security, Stability, and Resiliency team under the ICANN Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO-SSR)*, the At-Large learned about the OCTO-SSR’s scope, research and tools in DNS Abuse mitigation. At this webinar, the ALAC and At-Large community will hear from ICANN Contractual Compliance and the NetBeacon Institute to understand their respective roles and work in support of DNS Abuse mitigation. It is aimed at informing a discussion on what efforts the ALAC and At-Large community should focus on in this area. Join us to learn more and to offer your input to our agenda on DNS Abuse mitigation! *The At-Large met with OCTO-SSR at – * The 26 February 2026 At-Large Meets OCTO-SSR Webinar: ICANN83 ALAC-OCTO Joint Session Recap<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AgD-Mw> on an introduction to OCTO-SSR and its work; * The 11 March 2026 ALAC-OCTO Session at ICANN85, Mumbai<https://icann85.sched.com/event/2Gwml/joint-session-alac-and-octo> to further understand the work of OCTO-SSR, including some new initiatives; and – which, together with this webinar, form part of the DNS Abuse Mitigation Capacity Development Track in the FY2026 At-Large Capacity Development Initiatives<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Hnv5EnPAOu99Narg13yTc1kOjozDArg_m6g_KQy…> Interpretation in English, French, and Spanish. For other times: Click Here [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/tinyurl.com/375ze35n__;!!PtGJab4!45hmh-V…> The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/VgifQQ Zoom Registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/ISQaCMwfRwiLjOdn8h_kkg#/registration You must register to join. Password: #gpif2026! Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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Meeting invitation: At-Large Webinar: At-Large Meets ICANN Contractual Compliance and NetBeacon Institute Tuesday, 12 May 2026 at 13:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff May 5, 2026

May 5, 2026

[cid:02c8bd36-19ad-49de-9773-b3b7f969f4ae] You are invited to participate in this At-Large Webinar: At-Large Meets ICANN Contractual Compliance and NetBeacon Institute on Tuesday, 12 May 2026 at 13:00 UTC for 75 mins,to inform the At-Large in shaping its agenda to combat against DNS Abuse. DNS Abuse mitigation remains as a key focus area for the ALAC and At-Large community. It is generally accepted that DNS Abuse cannot be eliminated. However, it is also clear that it can be mitigated and such mitigation efforts may take many forms and are often driven by various parties either working collaboratively or complementarily to bring about impact to protect end users against harm perpetrated by malicious domain name registrations. In prior meetings with the Security, Stability, and Resiliency team under the ICANN Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO-SSR)*, the At-Large learned about the OCTO-SSR’s scope, research and tools in DNS Abuse mitigation. At this webinar, the ALAC and At-Large community will hear from ICANN Contractual Compliance and the NetBeacon Institute to understand their respective roles and work in support of DNS Abuse mitigation. It is aimed at informing a discussion on what efforts the ALAC and At-Large community should focus on in this area. Join us to learn more and to offer your input to our agenda on DNS Abuse mitigation! *The At-Large met with OCTO-SSR at – * The 26 February 2026 At-Large Meets OCTO-SSR Webinar: ICANN83 ALAC-OCTO Joint Session Recap<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AgD-Mw> on an introduction to OCTO-SSR and its work; * The 11 March 2026 ALAC-OCTO Session at ICANN85, Mumbai<https://icann85.sched.com/event/2Gwml/joint-session-alac-and-octo> to further understand the work of OCTO-SSR, including some new initiatives; and – all of which form part of the DNS Abuse Mitigation Capacity Development Track in the FY2026 At-Large Capacity Development Initiatives<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Hnv5EnPAOu99Narg13yTc1kOjozDArg_m6g_KQy…> <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Hnv5EnPAOu99Narg13yTc1kOjozDArg_m6g_KQy…> Interpretation in English, French, and Spanish (subject to availability) For other times: <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime…> Click Here<https://tinyurl.com/375ze35n> The agenda (to be updated) and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/VgifQQ Zoom Registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/ISQaCMwfRwiLjOdn8h_kkg <https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/ISQaCMwfRwiLjOdn8h_kkg>You must register to join. Password: #gpif2026! Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org/>

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Meeting Invitation: APRALO Policy Forum - EURALO Joint Webinar: Understanding the Role of Trusted Notifiers in DNS Abuse on Thursday, 07 May 2026 at 07:00 UTC for 75 minutes
by ICANN At-Large Staff May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026

[95DPtCAAAABklEQVQDAP2XBkAatO13AAAAAElFTkSuQmCC][wL2rdAAAAAGSURBVAMAok25DWL0zT8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=] The APRALO Policy Forum (APF) and EURALO are delighted to present a Joint Webinar on “Understanding the Role of Trusted Notifiers in DNS Abuse Mitigation” on Thursday, 07 May 2026 at 07:00 UTC for 75 minutes, where moderators Steinar Grøtterød and Justine Chew will co-host guest speakers from AXGHouse, Petillion Law, and the Trusted Notifier Network (TNN). The selection of this topic was motivated by the recent At-Large Webinar: Overview on DNS Abuse Mitigation [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/EoB…>, and is aimed at exploring the landscape of abuse mitigation efforts, and partnership opportunities with third party stakeholders active within and beyond ICANN. As such, participants can expect to gain an understanding of: 1. The concept of a trusted notifier 2. The role a trusted notifier system plays in mitigating more than just DNS abuse and making the Internet safer 3. Some real world examples of trusted notifier systems 4. How can individual Internet end users and end user networks - such as the At-Large community - work with trusted notifiers to protect end users against online abuse If you have an interest in this topic, please join us to discuss your point of view and/or to get your questions answered. Don't forget to pre-register your participation! Please let us have your questions on this topic in advance (if any) by posting them as comments to this wiki page below; or if you prefer, submit them by emailing staff at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> For other times: Click here [timeanddate.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime…> The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYCuPw [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYC…> Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/FogIEc7BSlGtH6aJu_B9LA [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/FogIEc7BS…> (After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.) APRALO Policy Forum Wiki Workspace: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/OOrdBg [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/OOr…> Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!5YNro8f8u…>

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ICANN Community Digest - TOMORROW: Review of Reviews CCG 5 May Webinars and Refined Proposal Outline
by ICANN At-Large Staff May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026

TOMORROW (Tuesday): Review of Reviews CCG 5 May Webinars and Refined Proposal Outline The Reviews CCG will present a refined outline of what a refreshed ICANN reviews system could look like and respond to questions from the Nominating Groups and interested stakeholders as it develops the draft report ahead of the Public Comment period. Dates: Tuesday, 5 May 2026 – 06:00–07:00 UTC Tuesday, 5 May 2026 – 18:00–19:00 UTC Read the Refined Proposal [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> to prepare. [https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=2b1bc253-2d2a-4e69-8ace-e17c45f52236…] Monday, 30 May 2026 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=001_qa_NGK…> 2026 Round Applicant Guidebook [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> 2026 Round Vendor Sourcing Timeline [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> 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 ICANN86 · Prep Week Information Sharing · NEW: Inside the Room: Our Upcoming KSK Ceremony 2026 Round · New gTLD Program: 2026 Round Opens Today · ICANN Opens Second Application Period for the 2026 Round RSP Evaluation Program · ICANN 2026 Round Application System User Guide, Support Model Available · ONE WEEK FROM TODAY: ICANN Extends Deadline for Expressions of Interest: 2026 Round Independent Objectors Webinars · TOMORROW: Review of Reviews CCG 5 May Webinars and Refined Proposal Outline · ICANN to Host Question-and-Answer Sessions for New gTLD Applicants · Webinar Series on 2026 Round Objections and Appeals Processes 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · CLOSES FRIDAY: ICANN Request for Proposal: Global Payroll Services · ICANN Issues Request for Proposal: 2026 Round Auction · ICANN Board Seeks Input on Additional Funds for 2026 Round Applicant Support Program · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Public Comment · CLOSES TODAY: Draft Evaluation Guides for Community Priority Evaluation (CPE) Events · These events occur in May 2026. ICANN86 Prep Week [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> Information Sharing NEW: Inside the Room: Our Upcoming KSK Ceremony KSK ceremonies are typically held four times a year in highly secure facilities. They follow strict, transparent procedures that have been refined over time and are publicly documented. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> 2026 Round New gTLD Program: 2026 Round Opens Today New gTLDs have demonstrated their benefits in building brand trust, creating vibrant local digital ecosystems, and providing more intuitive navigation for users. 2026 Round Launch Page [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> Press Release [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> Announcement [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> ICANN Opens Second Application Period for the 2026 Round RSP Evaluation Program The second application period for the RSP Evaluation Program runs from 30 April to 12 August 2026. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> ICANN 2026 Round Application System User Guide, Support Model Available ICANN has made several resources available to help prospective applicants familiarize themselves with ICANN's TLD Application Management System (TAMS). This online system will be used by all applicants, evaluation panelists, and ICANN staff to submit, manage, and process new gTLD applications. These resources are available to help prospective applicants prepare for the application completion and submission process through TAMS: System user guide Frequently Asked Questions Demo videos Q&A webinar recordings Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> ONE WEEK FROM TODAY: ICANN Extends Deadline for Expressions of Interest: 2026 Round Independent Objectors The Independent Objectors will file Community and Limited Public Interest objections and appeals and participate in mediation, where appropriate. Deadline: Monday 11 May Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> Webinars TOMORROW: Review of Reviews CCG 5 May Webinars and Refined Proposal Outline The Reviews CCG will present a refined outline of what a refreshed ICANN reviews system could look like and respond to questions from the Nominating Groups and interested stakeholders as it develops the draft report ahead of the Public Comment period. Dates: Tuesday, 5 May 2026 – 06:00–07:00 UTC Tuesday, 5 May 2026 – 18:00–19:00 UTC Read the Refined Proposal [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> to prepare. Announcement. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> Facebook [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> | LinkedIn [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> | X [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> ICANN to Host Question-and-Answer Sessions for New gTLD Applicants Dates: 12 May, 16:00 UTC | 26 May, 16:00 UTC Read more and register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> Webinar Series on 2026 Round Objections and Appeals Processes Introduction: 19 May, 14:00 UTC | 26 May, 06:00 UTC WIPO, Dispute Resolution Service Provider: 20 May, 14:00 UTC | 27 May, 06:00 UTC International Chamber of Commerce, Dispute Resolution Service Provider: 21 May, 14:00 UTC | 28 May, 06:00 UTC Read more and register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> Action Items CLOSES FRIDAY: ICANN Request for Proposal: Global Payroll Services ICANN's preference would be to contract with one provider that can support all in-scope countries; however, under certain considerations ICANN may be open to selecting multiple providers as part of this initiative. Deadline: 8 May 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> ICANN Issues Request for Proposal: 2026 Round Auction The selected provider will implement the ascending-clock, second-price auction method and must have the capability to accommodate a high volume of auctions, including both direct and indirect contention sets. Deadline: 2 June 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> 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=001_qa_NGK…>. 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=001_qa_NGK…> to get a feel for what belongs in the wiki. Also, feel free to take a look at some data [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…>source suggestions [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Public Comment CLOSES TODAY: Draft Evaluation Guides for Community Priority Evaluation (CPE) [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> Open for Submissions Date: Tuesday, 24 March 2026 Closed for Submissions Date: Monday, 04 May 2026 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…>. Events These events occur in May 2026. 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=001_qa_NGK…>. · INTA 2026 Annual Meeting (International Trademark Association) · 2026 Peak Incident Response Technical Colloquium · UK Stakeholder discussion -- Shaping the global Internet after WSIS+20: governance through cooperation · Centr Jamboree · APRALO Policy Forum - EURALO Joint Webinar: Understanding the Role of Trusted Notifiers in DNS Abuse · West Africa IGF 2026 Volume 8, Issue 31 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 07 May 2026 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001_qa_NGK…>

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