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ICANN Newsletter -- 16 August 2013
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 19, 2013

Aug. 19, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> ICANN Weekly Newsletter News from the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers http://www.icann.org/ Week ending 16 August 2013 ________________________________ Announcements This Week NGPC Begins Consideration of GAC Durban Advice on New gTLDs<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-2-16aug13-en.htm> The ICANN Board New gTLD Program Committee (NGPC) met on 13 August 2013 to begin consideration of the GAC's further advice regarding new gTLD applications in the GAC Durban Communiqué, issued on 18 July 2013. 16 August 2013 Affirmation of Commitment Reviews Competition, Consumer Trust and Consumer Choice Review Team (CCT-RT) | Call for Volunteer Members: Representing ICANN Advisory Committees and Supporting Organizations; and Serving as Independent Experts<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-16aug13-en.htm> In line with the Affirmation of Commitments (AoC) requirements, and as directed by the ICANN Board, ICANN invites interested individuals to apply for volunteer Review Team Member positions – either in representation of a Supporting Organization or Advisory Committee, or as an Independent Expert – to serve on the Competition, Consumer Trust and Consumer Choice Review Team (CCT-RT). 16 August 2013 Fellowship Program Brings Global Voices Together at ICANN | Fellows Announced for Buenos Aires Meeting<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-12aug13-en.htm> 35 fellows from 27 countries have been selected to participate in ICANN's Fellowship program at the 48th Public Meeting in Buenos Aires, Argentina, 17-21 November 2013. 12 August 2013 ________________________________ Upcoming Events [http://buenosaires48.icann.org/files/meeting_bp_logo.png]<http://buenosaires48.icann.org/> 17-21 November 2013: 48th International Public ICANN Meeting - Buenos Aires<http://buenosaires48.icann.org/> About ICANN ICANN Bylaws<http://www.icann.org/en/general/bylaws.htm> Our bylaws are very important to us. They capture our mission of security, stability and accessibility, and compel the organization to be open and transparent. Learn more at www.ICANN.org<http://www.icann.org/>. Strategic Plan, 2012 - 2015<http://www.icann.org/en/planning/> Adopted FY13 Operating Plan and Budget<http://www.icann.org/en/financials/budget-opplan.htm> This message was sent to matt.ashtiani(a)icann.org<mailto:matt.ashtiani@icann.org> from: ICANN | 12025 Waterfront Drive Suite 300 | Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536 Email Marketing by [http://app.icontact.com/images/icontact_tryFree.gif] <http://www.icontact.com/a.pl/144186> Manage Your Subscription <http://app.icontact.com/icp/mmail-mprofile.pl?r=24564788&l=6333&s=BCA3&m=91…>

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ICANN News Alert -- NGPC Begins Consideration of GAC Durban Advice on New gTLDs
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 16, 2013

Aug. 16, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> News Alert http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-2-16aug13-en.htm ________________________________ NGPC Begins Consideration of GAC Durban Advice on New gTLDs 16 August 2013 The ICANN Board New gTLD Program Committee (NGPC) met on 13 August 2013 to begin consideration of the GAC's further advice<http://newgtlds.icann.org/en/announcements-and-media/announcement-01aug13-en> regarding new gTLD applications in the GAC Durban Communiqué<https://gacweb.icann.org/download/attachments/27132037/Final_GAC_Communique…> [PDF, 103 KB], issued on 18 July 2013. The NGPC is developing a GAC scorecard similar to the one used to address the Beijing Advice as well as during the GAC and the Board meetings in Brussels on 28 February and 1 March 2011. Each GAC scorecard item will be noted with a "1A", "1B", or "2": * "1A" indicates that the NGPC's proposed position is consistent with GAC advice as described in the Scorecard. * "1B" indicates that the NGPC's proposed position is consistent with GAC advice as described in the Scorecard in principle, with some revisions to be made. * "2" indicates that the NGPC's current position is not consistent with GAC advice as described in the Scorecard, and further discussion with the GAC is required following relevant procedures in the ICANN Bylaws. The Durban scorecard is not yet finalized and, with respect to some of the items, cannot be finalized until after the review of applicant responses due on 23 August 2013. At its most recent meeting, the NGPC also adopted resolutions prohibiting Dotless Domains in new gTLDs and adopting the BGC's Recommendation to deny Reconsideration Request 13-4. The NGPC will next meet on or about 10 September 2013 and will provide a further update following that meeting. The New gTLD evaluation and objection processes remain on track while the NGPC continues its deliberations on GAC Advice. The NGPC is prioritizing its work in order to allow the greatest number of applications to move forward as soon as possible. We will continue to provide updates on the NGPC's progress in responding to the GAC Beijing and Durban Advice. This message was sent to matt.ashtiani(a)icann.org<mailto:matt.ashtiani@icann.org> from: ICANN | 12025 Waterfront Drive Suite 300 | Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536 Email Marketing by [http://app.icontact.com/images/icontact_tryFree.gif] <http://www.icontact.com/a.pl/144186> Manage Your Subscription <http://app.icontact.com/icp/mmail-mprofile.pl?r=24564788&l=6333&s=BCA3&m=91…>

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ICANN Policy Update -- August 2013
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 14, 2013

Aug. 14, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> Policy Update Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update Volume 13, Issue 7 — August 2013 ________________________________ Contents Across ICANN 1. Issues Currently Open for Public Comment<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#1> ccNSO 1. Celebrating the ccNSO's 10 Year Anniversary in Durban<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#2> 2. ccNSO Welcomes New Chair, Thanks Lesley Cowley for Service<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#3> 3. New Video of Durban Highlights<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#4> 4. Rwanda Joins ccNSO<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#5> 5. Members Vote Again on Internationalized Domain Names<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#6> 6. Durban Sessions Rated Highly By ccNSO Participants<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#7> 7. Volunteers Needed for Drafting Team on Geographic Regions<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#8> GNSO 1. GNSO Council Adopts Locking of a Domain Name Subject to UDRP Proceedings Policy Recommendations – Public Comment Forum Opened Prior to Board Consideration<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#9> 2. Volunteers Needed for Policy and Implementation Working Group<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#10> ASO 1. ASO Considers Autonomous System Number Transfers<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#11> At-Large 1. ALAC Submits Five Policy Advice Statements between mid-July and early August<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#12> 2. At-Large Community Expands to 156 At-Large Structures<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#13> GAC 1. GAC Concludes Meeting in Durban<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#14> RSSAC 1. RSSAC Restructure Progresses<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#15> SSAC 1. SSAC Publishes Comment on ICANN's Report on Examining the User Experience Implication of Active Variant TLDs<http://www.icann.org/en/resources/policy/update/update-aug13-en.htm#16> This message was sent to matt.ashtiani(a)icann.org<mailto:matt.ashtiani@icann.org> from: ICANN | 12025 Waterfront Drive Suite 300 | Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536 Email Marketing by [http://app.icontact.com/images/icontact_tryFree.gif] <http://www.icontact.com/a.pl/144186> Manage Your Subscription <http://app.icontact.com/icp/mmail-mprofile.pl?r=24564788&l=6333&s=BCA3&m=91…>

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VOTE RESULTS: (179) Euro Individuals Association (EIA)
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 12, 2013

Aug. 12, 2013

Dear All, With 13 out of 15 ALAC Members having voted in the recent vote on the ALS application from the Euro Individuals Association (EIA) we can confirm that the result is quorate.. *** Question: Should the regional advice from EURALO for ALS Applicant (179) Euro Individuals Association (EIA) be accepted? The regional advice was to accept the application. (179) Euro Individuals Association (EIA) Rank Candidate Votes % 1 Yes 11 84.62 2 No 1 7.69 2 Abstain 1 7.69 *** You may verify the results independently under: http://www.bigpulse.com/pollresults?code=3281N4TXkQqegTICuSA45m5q We can confirm that the following ALAC members did not participate in the balloting: Titi Akinsanmi and Carlton Samuels You can find all the results of closed ALAC votes under: https://www.bigpulse.com/m7097 -- Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Matt Ashtiani, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Julia Charvolen ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>

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VOTE RESULTS: (180) Australian Communications Consumer Action Network (ACCAN)
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 12, 2013

Aug. 12, 2013

Dear All With 13 out of 15 ALAC Members having voted in the recent vote on the ALS application from the #180 Australian Communications Consumer Action Network (ACCAN) we can confirm that the result is quorate. *** Question: Should the regional advice from APRALO for ALS Applicant (180) Australian Communications Consumer Action Network (ACCAN) be accepted? The regional advice was to accept the application. (180) Australian Communications Consumer Action Network (ACCAN) Rank Candidate Votes % 1 Yes 12 92.31 2 Abstain 1 7.69 3 No 0 0.00 *** You may verify the results independently under: http://www.bigpulse.com/pollresults?code=3283m6bvQ4xx5y6zGMw87WpJ We can confirm that the following ALAC members did not participate in the balloting: Titi Akinsanmi and Carlton Samuels You can find all the results of closed ALAC votes under: https://www.bigpulse.com/m7097 -- Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Matt Ashtiani, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Julia Charvolen ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>

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ICANN News Alert -- Fellowship Program Brings Global Voices Together at ICANN | Fellows Announced for Buenos Aires Meeting
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 12, 2013

Aug. 12, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> News Alert http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-12aug13-en.htm ________________________________ Fellowship Program Brings Global Voices Together at ICANN | Fellows Announced for Buenos Aires Meeting 12 August 2013 35 fellows from 27 countries have been selected to participate in ICANN's Fellowship program at the 48th Public Meeting in Buenos Aires, Argentina, 17-21 November 2013. Twelve of the fellows are alumni from at least one of the past 19 programs, 15 are first-time attendees to an ICANN meeting, and 8 have attended meetings in past but are fellows for the first time. The fellows represent all sectors of society including civil, government, academia, business, not-for-profit and user groups. The country code supporting groups are also represented. Here is the list of selected fellows: * Adrian Quesada Rodriguez – Costa Rica * Ahmed Bakhat Masood – Pakistan * Ali Almeshal – Bahrain * Andreas Sifiso Diamini – Swaziland * Ann Ibrahim – Egypt * Beatriz Rodriguez – Uruguay * Bikram Shrestha – Nepal * Bryton Focus – United Republic of Tanzania * Claudia Giuliana Silva Jauregui – Peru * Craig Nesty – Dominica * Edwin Opare – Ghana * Emani Fakaotimanava-Lui – Niue * Kinfemicheal Yilma Desta – Ethiopia * Hassan Zaheer – Pakistan * Hossam Hassan – Egypt * Hugo Alexander Cuenca Espinosa – Ecuador * Leon Felipe Sanchez Ambia – Mexico * Lianna Galstyan – Armenia * Maria Sofia Zerbino Rachetti – Uruguay * Marilia Maciel – Brazil * Mauricio Oviedo Calderon – Costa Rica * Mohamed Adas – West Bank and Gaza * Mohamed Elshaikh – Sudan * Natalie Rose – Jamaica * Noha Fathy – Egypt * Ping Yang – People's Republic of China * Roxana Radu – Romania * Samson Yoseph Esayas – Ethiopia * Sequera Maricarmen – Paraguay * Shahzad Ahmad – Pakistan * Victoria Rosca – Moldova * Vivek Goyal – India * Walid Al-Saqaf – Yemen * Xandra Fong – Fiji * Zheng Wang – People's Republic of China ICANN received 132 fellowship applications for the Buenos Aires meeting. Applications for each meeting are assessed by an independent selection committee. Priority is given to applicants who meet minimum program requirements, are current residents of developing and least developed nations in the five ICANN regions, and who are interested in participating in ICANN and its supporting organizations, advisory committees or stakeholder groups. Click here to find out more about the fellowship program and how to apply: http://www.icann.org/en/about/participate/fellowships This message was sent to matt.ashtiani(a)icann.org<mailto:matt.ashtiani@icann.org> from: ICANN | 12025 Waterfront Drive Suite 300 | Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536 Email Marketing by [http://app.icontact.com/images/icontact_tryFree.gif] <http://www.icontact.com/a.pl/144186> Manage Your Subscription <http://app.icontact.com/icp/mmail-mprofile.pl?r=24564788&l=6333&s=BCA3&m=91…>

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ICANN Newsletter -- 9 August 2013
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 12, 2013

Aug. 12, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> ICANN Weekly Newsletter News from the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers http://www.icann.org/ Week ending 9 August 2013 ________________________________ Announcements This Week Explore the Draft Next Generation gTLD Directory Services Model – Extension of Deadline<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-08aug13-en.htm> At the request of ICANN Community Members, the Expert Working Group on gTLD Directory Services has extended its open consultation period until 6 September 2013 – 23:59 UTC in order to provide the Community with additional time to comment on the proposed model and recommendations. 8 August 2013 Rights Protection Mechanism (RPM) Requirements<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-06aug13-en.htm> The operational requirements for implementation of the Sunrise and Trademark Claims processes in new gTLDs, and a set of community-proposed revisions, are being posted for comment to give an opportunity for the community to review and provide feedback on these requirements. 6 August 2013 Addressing the Consequences of Name Collisions<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-3-05aug13-en.htm> As directed by the ICANN Board of Directors on 18 May 2013, ICANN commissioned and today releases the results of a study that considers the likelihood and impact of name space collisions between applied-for new gTLD strings and non-delegated TLDs. 5 August 2013 Proposal to Mitigate Name Collision Risks<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-2-05aug13-en.htm> To solicit community comment on proposed efforts to mitigate potential impact resulting from name collisions as New gTLDs are delegated into the root zone. 5 August 2013 Publication of the Dotless Domain Name Study<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-05aug13-en.htm> ICANN is pleased to announce the publication of the Dotless Domain Name Security and Stability Study Report by IT Security firm, Carve Systems LLC (Carve Systems). 5 August 2013 ________________________________ Upcoming Events [http://buenosaires48.icann.org/files/meeting_bp_logo.png]<http://buenosaires48.icann.org/> 17-21 November 2013: 48th International Public ICANN Meeting - Buenos Aires<http://buenosaires48.icann.org/> About ICANN ICANN Bylaws<http://www.icann.org/en/general/bylaws.htm> Our bylaws are very important to us. They capture our mission of security, stability and accessibility, and compel the organization to be open and transparent. Learn more at www.ICANN.org<http://www.icann.org/>. Strategic Plan, 2012 - 2015<http://www.icann.org/en/planning/> Adopted FY13 Operating Plan and Budget<http://www.icann.org/en/financials/budget-opplan.htm> This message was sent to matt.ashtiani(a)icann.org<mailto:matt.ashtiani@icann.org> from: ICANN | 12025 Waterfront Drive Suite 300 | Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536 Email Marketing by [http://app.icontact.com/images/icontact_tryFree.gif] <http://www.icontact.com/a.pl/144186> Manage Your Subscription <http://app.icontact.com/icp/mmail-mprofile.pl?r=24564788&l=6333&s=BCA3&m=91…>

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VOTE ANNOUNCEMENT: ALAC Statement on Community Expertise in Community Priority Evaluation
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 11, 2013

Aug. 11, 2013

Dear All, Olivier Crépin-Leblond, Chair of the ALAC, has asked that a vote be held by the ALAC on the proposed "ALAC Statement on Community Expertise in Community Priority Evaluation<https://community.icann.org/x/NlV-Ag>" for communication to the relevant parties. ***** Question: Do you support the ratification of the "ALAC Statement on Community Expertise in Community Priority Evaluation<https://community.icann.org/x/NlV-Ag>" for communication to the relevant parties? ***** Additional information on this Statement can be found on the ALAC Statement on Community Expertise in Community Priority Evaluation Workspace<https://community.icann.org/x/NlV-Ag>. Please note that the poll will be open from 12-August-2013 00:00 UTC to 16-August-2013 23:59 UTC. Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Matt Ashtiani, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Julia Charvolen ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>

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VOTE ANNOUNCEMENT: ALAC Statement on the Preferential Treatment for Community Applications in String Contention
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 11, 2013

Aug. 11, 2013

Dear All, Olivier Crépin-Leblond, Chair of the ALAC, has asked that a vote be held by the ALAC on the proposed "ALAC Statement on the Preferential Treatment for Community Applications in String Contention<https://community.icann.org/x/MlV-Ag>" for communication to the relevant parties. ***** Question: Do you support the ratification of the "ALAC Statement on the Preferential Treatment for Community Applications in String Contention<https://community.icann.org/x/MlV-Ag>" for communication to the relevant parties? ***** Additional information on this Statement can be found on the ALAC Statement on the Preferential Treatment for Community Applications in String Contention Workspace<https://community.icann.org/x/MlV-Ag>. Please note that the poll will be open from 12-August-2013 00:00 UTC to 16-August-2013 23:59 UTC. Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Matt Ashtiani, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Julia Charvolen ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>

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DOODLE / ALAC and Meeting Strategy WG: the future of ICANN Meetings
by At-Large Staff Aug. 8, 2013

Aug. 8, 2013

Dear All, The ALAC ExCom has requested that a teleconference be organized for the members of the ALAC, the At-Large representatives to the Meeting Strategy WG (MSWG), and Sebastien Bachollet, the Chair of the MSWG during the week of 5 August. The aim of this call is to provide the At-Large members of the MSWG with the ALAC¹s view on the future of ICANN Meetings. Please could you complete the attached Doodle poll to find the most suitable time. French and Spanish interpretation will be provided if at least three requests for interpretation into either language are received. Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Matt Ashtiani, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Julia Charvolen ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org One World, One Internet

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