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ICANN Newsletter -- 28 June 2013
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 1, 2013

July 1, 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 28 June 2013 ________________________________ Announcements This Week New Registrar Accreditation Agreement Approved By ICANN Board<http://www.icann.org/en/news/press/releases/release-28jun13-en.pdf> [PDF, 145 KB] Los Angeles, California… The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Board of Directors today approved a new Registrar Accreditation Agreement (RAA) that is expected to bring continued improvements to the domain name ecosystem. 28 June 2013 NGPC Progress on Addressing GAC Beijing Advice on New gTLDs<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-27jun13-en.htm> On 25 June 2013, the ICANN Board New gTLD Program Committee (NGPC) had its sixth meeting to discuss the GAC Beijing advice on New gTLDs. The Committee adopted two resolutions concerning portions of the GAC's Safeguard Advice. 27 June 2013 ICANN's Expert Working Group Recommends WHOIS Replacement<http://www.icann.org/en/news/press/advisories/advisory-25jun13-en.pdf> [PDF, 92 KB] Los Angeles – ICANN’s Expert Working Group on gTLD Directory Services (EWG) is recommending major changes to the way registrant data is provided to users. 25 June 2013 Draft Final Report on Universal Acceptance of IDN TLDs<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-2-25jun13-en.htm> The joint ccNSO-GNSO IDN working Group (JIG) seeks input from the community on its draft Final Report on Universal Acceptance of IDN TLDs. 25 June 2013 Consultation on the Source of Policies & User Instructions for Internet Number Resource Requests<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-25jun13-en.htm> A consultation on the source of policies and user instructions for Internet Number Resource requests. 25 June 2013 Explore the Draft Next Generation gTLD Directory Services Model<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-3-24jun13-en.htm> ICANN has embarked on an effort to reinvent today's WHOIS system. Be part of the solution and join the discussion…online and at ICANN's Durban meeting. 24 June 2013 ICANN Launches Strategic Planning Portal<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-2-24jun13-en.htm> ICANN has launched a Strategic Planning Portal. Community input is a vital element of ICANN and the new Portal further integrates the community's feedback in shaping the future direction of ICANN and its work. 24 June 2013 ASO AC Re-Elects Kuo Wei Wu to ICANN Board<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-24jun13-en.htm> The ASO Address Council (AC) is pleased to announce that Mr Kuo Wei Wu has been re-elected to fill Seat 10 on the ICANN Board for a three-year term. 24 June 2013 GNSO Structures Charter Amendment Process<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-2-22jun13-en.htm> To solicit community feedback on a formalized process, proposed by the Board's Structural Improvements Committee (SIC), for amending GNSO Stakeholder Group and Constituency Charters. 22 June 2013 Community-wide Working Group Completes Recommendations for Continued Use of ICANN Geographic Regions Framework<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-22jun13-en.htm> The Geographic Regions Review Working Group, a community-wide working group established by the Board, has nearly completed its work developing recommendations to the ICANN Board for the continued use of the ICANN Geographic Regions Framework. 22 June 2013 ________________________________ Upcoming Events [http://durban47.icann.org/files/meetings/durban2013/durban47-logo-242x140-0…]<http://durban47.icann.org/> 14 - 18 July 2013: 47th International Public ICANN Meeting - Durban<http://durban47.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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Fwd: Letter to Olivier ICANN SO AC's JF Baril EWG Notification Durban June 28 2013.docx
by Olivier MJ Crepin-Leblond June 30, 2013

June 30, 2013

Dear ALAC members, please be so kind to take note of JF Baril's email and notification concerning the progress of the Expert Working Group (EWG) on gTLD Directory Services. For those of you who use OpenSource software, I have created a PDF copy of the letter, also attached, which is an identical copy to the docx. Kind regards, Olivier MJ Crépin-Leblond ALAC Chair -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Letter to Olivier ICANN SO AC's JF Baril EWG Notification Durban June 28 2013.docx Date: Sun, 30 Jun 2013 20:15:45 +0000 From: Jean-Francois Baril <jf.baril(a)CONNECTING-PARTNERS.COM> To: Olivier MJ Crepin-Leblond (ocl(a)*.com) <ocl(a)*.com> CC: Alice Jansen <alice.jansen(a)*.org> Bonsoir Olivier, Please find attached the EWG Notification Durban. Hope you can also share this document with ALAC Members. Looking forward to meeting with you in Durban, *Jean-Francois Baril* ICANN EWG Facilitator Jf.baril(a)icann.org <mailto:Jf.baril@icann.org> Mobile: +33 6 12 93 14 81

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VOTE RESULTS: ALAC Statement on the Implementation of IDN Variant Top Level Domains
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 28, 2013

June 28, 2013

Dear All, With 11 out of 15 ALAC Members having voted on the "ALAC Statement on the Implementation of IDN Variant Top Level Domains<https://community.icann.org/x/qyx-Ag>" we can confirm that the result is quorate. ***** Question: Do you support the ratification of the "ALAC Statement on the Implementation of IDN Variant Top Level Domains<https://community.icann.org/x/qyx-Ag>" for communication to the relevant parties? ALAC Statement on the Implementation of IDN Variant Top Level Domains As at Poll close: Friday 28 June 2013 23:59 UTC Number of voters: 11 · Group size: 15 · Percentage voted: 73.33 Ranked by votes Rank Options Votes % Voters 1 Yes 11 100.00 Holly Raiche, Carlton Samuels, Eduardo Diaz, Tijani Ben Jemaa, Natalia Enciso, Dev Anand Teelucksingh, Sandra Hoferichter, Evan Leibovitch, Olivier Crépin-Leblond, Yaovi Atohoun, Rinalia Abdul Rahim 2 No 0 0.00 2 Abstain 0 0.00 We can confirm that the following members did not participate in this vote: Titi Akinsanmi, Alan Greenberg, Jean-Jacques Subrenat, Salanieta Tamanikaiwaimaro We can confirm that the following members abstained in this vote. For those that have abstained, would you like to provide an explanation of why you abstained? n/a You may review the results independently under: http://www.bigpulse.com/pollresults?code=3221GzpPDaqF8nvSQntAyCPH 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>a

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ICANN News Alert -- New Registrar Accreditation Agreement Approved By ICANN Board
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 28, 2013

June 28, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> News Alert http://www.icann.org/en/news/press/releases/release-28jun13-en.pdf [PDF, 145 KB] ________________________________ New Registrar Accreditation Agreement Approved By ICANN Board Agreement Clarifies Protections for Domain Site Registrants 28 June 2013 http://www.icann.org/en/news/press/releases/release-28jun13-en.pdf [PDF, 145 KB] 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 Progress on Addressing GAC Beijing Advice on New gTLDs
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 28, 2013

June 28, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> News Alert http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-27jun13-en.htm ________________________________ NGPC Progress on Addressing GAC Beijing Advice on New gTLDs 27 June 2013 On 25 June 2013, the ICANN Board New gTLD Program Committee (NGPC) had its sixth meeting to discuss the GAC Beijing advice on New gTLDs. The Committee adopted two resolutions concerning portions of the GAC's Safeguard Advice. It also adopted a resolution regarding the GAC's advice on singular and plural versions of the same string. These resolutions are posted at http://www.icann.org/en/groups/board/documents/resolutions-new-gtld-25jun13…. The NGPC will meet again on 2 July 2013. The agenda is available at http://www.icann.org/en/groups/board/documents/agenda-new-gtld-02jul13-en.h…. Among other things, the NGPC is expected to consider resolutions regarding the proposed registry agreement and IGO names and acronyms. The New gTLD evaluation and objection processes remain on track. ICANN has posted initial evaluation results on approximately one half of the applications received. The remaining evaluations are expected to be completed on time. The NGPC continues to prioritize its work in order to allow the greatest number of applications to move forward as soon as possible. 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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CALL FOR COMMENTS: ALAC Statement on the Thick Whois Initial Report GNSO Policy Development Process
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 26, 2013

June 26, 2013

Dear All, Olivier Crépin-Leblond, Chair of the ALAC, has asked that a call for comments be made on the draft "ALAC Statement on the Thick Whois Initial Report – GNSO Policy Development Process<https://community.icann.org/x/Rjh-Ag>" in preparation for the start of the ALAC ratification process. The current draft, as well as additional information on the Public Comment, can be found on the At-Large Thick Whois Initial Report – GNSO Policy Development Process Workspace<https://community.icann.org/x/Rjh-Ag>. Please submit any comments on the workspace using the comments function by 04-July-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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FW: ICANN News Alert -- Draft Final Report on Universal Acceptance of IDN TLDs
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 25, 2013

June 25, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> News Alert http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-2-25jun13-en.htm ________________________________ Draft Final Report on Universal Acceptance of IDN TLDs 25 June 2013 Forum Announcement: Comment Period Opens on Date: 25 June 2013 Categories/Tags: * Top-Level Domains * Policy Processes * Transparency/Accountability Purpose (Brief): The joint ccNSO-GNSO IDN working Group (JIG) seeks input from the community on its draft Final Report on Universal Acceptance of IDN TLDs. The draft includes recommendations to the ccNSO and GNSO Councils for further action to resolve policy and other relating to the universal acceptance of IDN TLDs The Working expects to finalize and publish its Final Report, and submit their report, after taking into account the comments received. Public Comment Box Link: http://www.icann.org/en/news/public-comment/idn-tld-acceptance-final-25jun1… 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 -- Explore the Draft Next Generation gTLD Directory Services Model
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 24, 2013

June 24, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> News Alert http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-3-24jun13-en.htm ________________________________ Explore the Draft Next Generation gTLD Directory Services Model 24 June 2013 ICANN has embarked on an effort to reinvent today's WHOIS system. Be part of the solution and join the discussion...online and at ICANN's Durban meeting. [http://www.icann.org/sites/default/files/assets/ards-model-950x600-24jun13-…]<http://www.icann.org/sites/default/files/assets/ards-model-950x600-24jun13-…> As the Expert Working Group on gTLD Directory Services (EWG), we have proposed a paradigm shift – a new system in which gTLD registration data is collected, validated and disclosed for permissible purposes only, with some data elements being accessible only to authenticated requestors that are then held accountable for appropriate use. Our objective is to reexamine and define the purpose of collecting and maintaining gTLD directory data, consider how to safeguard the data, and propose a next generation solution that will better serve the needs of the global Internet community. In our Initial Report<http://www.icann.org/en/groups/other/gtld-directory-services/initial-report…> [PDF, 1.7 MB], we identify the design features and principles that we think are essential in this new system, and a proposed Model for the next generation data directory services to replace WHOIS. Help shape this paradigm shift by sharing your reaction to our recommendations<http://www.icann.org/en/groups/other/gtld-directory-services/initial-report…> [PDF, 1.7 MB] and answering the questions linked below (click on "Share Your Thoughts"). Did we meet our objective? Do the recommendations address your concerns? How can we make them better? Share Your Thoughts<http://www.icann.org/en/groups/other/gtld-directory-services/share-24jun13-…> There are different ways to share your perspective with us: * A webinar<http://www.icann.org/en/about/learning/webinars/gtld-directory-services-24j…> on Monday, 8 July at 15:00-16:30 UTC: we will walk you through our proposal and invite you to share your views and input. * A consultation in Durban<http://durban47.icann.org/node/39627> on Monday, 15 July: we will present the outcome of our work and open the floor for any questions or feedback you may have. A recording of the session will be made available shortly after the meeting; * Submit comments by email: input-to-ewg(a)icann.org<mailto:input-to-ewg@icann.org>. All input received by August 12 will be carefully considered as we finalize our recommendations and bring our work to a conclusion. To help focus your attention, we request your feedback on a set of questions, although you are free to comment on any aspect of the Initial Report. Sincerely, Members of the Expert Working Group on gTLD Directory Services (EWG)<http://www.icann.org/en/groups/other/gtld-directory-services> More Information Our work stems from the Board's directive<http://www.icann.org/en/groups/board/documents/resolutions-08nov12-en.htm> to redefine the purpose and provision of gTLD registration data, while balancing data accuracy and access issues with safeguards for protecting data. We considered the important community work done over the last decade by the GNSO, the SSAC, the WHOIS Review Team, the GAC and others. Our Initial Report<http://www.icann.org/en/groups/other/gtld-directory-services/initial-report…> [PDF, 1.7 MB] reflects our consensus view of the design principles and features needed for a new system. Our proposed Model highlights how these design principles and features could be fulfilled in the ICANN domain ecosystem. What's Next? We will consider your input and present a final report containing our recommended design principles, features, and suggested Model to ICANN's CEO and Board when our work is concluded. This output will feed into a Board-initiated GNSO policy development process to serve as a foundation for the GNSO's creation of new consensus policy, and contractual negotiations, as appropriate. 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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FW: ICANN News Alert -- Consultation on the Source of Policies & User Instructions for Internet Number Resource Requests
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 24, 2013

June 24, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> News Alert http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-25jun13-en.htm ________________________________ Consultation on the Source of Policies & User Instructions for Internet Number Resource Requests 25 June 2013 Forum Announcement: Comment Period Opens on Date: 25 June 2013 Categories/Tags: Internet Protocol Addressing Purpose (Brief): A consultation on the source of policies and user instructions for Internet Number Resource requests. Public Comment Box Link: http://www.icann.org/en/news/public-comment/iana-policies-user-instructions… 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 -- Proposed Renewal of .ORG gTLD Registry Agreement
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 24, 2013

June 24, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> News Alert http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-2-21jun13-en.htm ________________________________ Proposed Renewal of .ORG gTLD Registry Agreement 21 June 2013 Forum Announcement: Comment Period Opens on Date: 21 June 2013 Categories/Tags: Contracted Party Agreements Purpose (Brief): ICANN is posting today for public comment the proposed renewal of the 2008 .ORG Registry Agreement. The proposal is a result of discussions between ICANN and Public Interest Registry, and will be considered by the ICANN Board after public comment. Per recent amendment #5, the current agreement will expire on 31 August 2013. Public Comment Box Link: http://www.icann.org/en/news/public-comment/org-renewal-21jun13-en.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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