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ALAC-GAC Regulatory Developments Briefing Series
by ICANN Policy Calendar July 18, 2025

July 18, 2025

Please join us and spread the word! REGISTER for ZOOM: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/RaKd7Od0QN2MGNMRpPHTtw Interpretation (integrated via zoom): English, Español, Français Dear All, On behalf of the ALAC & GAC Leadership, we are pleased to announce our fifth Regulatory Developments Briefing Series on July Regulatory Updates Briefing: UN OEWG Outcomes & WSIS+20 Reflections, scheduled on Thursday, 26 July 2025 at 16:00 UTC. Other times: https://tinyurl.com/unx8tm3n Agenda:https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQAAFw Please register for the webinar via this link: Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/RaKd7Od0QN2MGNMRpPHTtw These briefing sessions will be held monthly and provide a valuable platform to discuss key regulatory and geopolitical developments and foster collaboration across regions. 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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INPUT REQUESTED: FY26 Strategic Objectives and Suggested Core Activities - Deadline 31 July
by Heidi Ullrich July 15, 2025

July 15, 2025

Dear All, Through a series of exercises, the ALAC identified their top three FY26 Strategic objectives which are outlined below. [1] Strategic Objective 1: Evolve and promote ICANN’s Multistakeholder Model to sustain its inclusive Approach to Internet Governance [2] Strategic Objective 3: Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to evolve the Internet’s unique identifier systems [3] Strategic Objective 4: Strengthen the stability and security of the Internet’s unique identifier systems The ALAC further determined that the following Strategic Goals and corresponding Strategies be prioritized, to guide the ALAC’s direction and activities for Fiscal Year 2026 (i.e., 1 July 2025 - 30 June 2026). Strategic Goals Strategies [cid707516*image001.png(a)01DBF4D5.E56A4540] The ALAC is seeking input into the activities and direction that would demonstrate that the selected set of Strategic Objectives, Strategic Goals, and Strategies have been met. Thus, members of At-Large are requested to suggest CORE activities which could reflect this on The ALAC Strategic Priorities FY2026 and Downstream Activities [docs.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1-g6pmuNCryCA…> using the Comments function no later than Thursday, 31 July. The ALAC will thereafter consider all suggestions received and determine whether any prioritization or omission is needed for the identified activities. It is currently anticipated that the ALAC FY26 Strategic Priorities & Activities will be finalized and presented at the ALAC Monthly Meeting of August 2025. Many thanks. Kind regards, Heidi Heidi Ullrich, PhD VP, Policy Development & At-Large Relations Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +1 310 437 3956 Fax: +1 310 823 8649 Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/>

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CALL FOR EOIs - For ONE position of ALAC Liaison and ONE position of ALAC Alternate to the Customer Standing Committee (CSC)
by Heidi Ullrich July 14, 2025

July 14, 2025

Dear All, On behalf of Jonathan Zuck, ALAC Chair, this is a call for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for ONE position of ALAC Liaison and ONE position of ALAC Alternate to the Customer Standing Committee (CSC). The CSC ensures the satisfactory performance of the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) naming function. The CSC is responsible for monitoring Public Technical Identifier’s (PTI) performance of the IANA naming function against the service level expectations in the IANA Naming Function Contract. The CSC analyzes performance reports provided by PTI and publishes its findings. CSC appointments will be for a two-year period with the option to renew for up to two additional two-year terms. Participation in the CSC is voluntary. The CSC is expected to perform most of its work telephonically and via email. Candidates should review the CSC Candidates Qualification Requirements<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/csc-skill-set-matrix-members-li…> for details about candidate selection and the CSC Charter<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/csc-charter-amended-27jun18-en.…> to understand the scope of the requirements and duties. The CSC onboarding deck<https://www.icann.org/en/csc/onboarding> may also be a helpful resource. As noted in the Charter, all candidates are required to submit an Expression of Interest (ALAC template attached) and should also include a resume or biography in support of their EOI. EOIs, using the ALAC template attached, should be sent to At-Large staff by Monday, 21 July 2025 at 23:59 UTC. The 2025 ALAC Appointee Selection Committee (AASC) will review all EoIs for the positions of ALAC Liaison and Alternate to the CSC. The names of the top candidates for the positions of Liaison and Alternate will be sent to the ALAC for review. At-Large staff will send the name of the selected ALAC Liaison and Alternate to the relevant staff by the deadline of 1 August 2025. ICANN org will submit the new CSC slate to the ccNSO and GNSO for approval by 5 August 2025. ICANN org will notify the CSC of new member, liaison, and alternate appointments by 26 September 2025. Kind regards, Heidi Heidi Ullrich, PhD VP, Policy Development & At-Large Relations Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +1 310 437 3956 Fax: +1 310 823 8649 Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/>

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ALAC Monthly Call
by ICANN Policy Calendar July 14, 2025

July 14, 2025

Dear all, You are invited to the next ALAC Monthly Call which will be on Tuesday, 22 July 2025 from 13:00 – 14:30 UTC. (This meeting was updated to a 90 minute duration) For other times: https://tinyurl.com/yck62zax The agenda and call details are available at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/BYAtFg Join Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/94002943049?pwd=xJlacpyS8tmhXyBDrSsvp21Za2L6SB.1 Password: %ALAC123!! Real time transcription (RTT) link: (subject to availability) : https://www.streamtext.net/player?event=ICANN If you require a dial-out please contact At-Large staff at: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> 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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ALAC Monthly Call
by ICANN Policy Calendar July 14, 2025

July 14, 2025

Dear all, You are invited to the next ALAC Monthly Call which will be on Tuesday, 22 July 2025 from 13:00 – 14:00 UTC. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/mupncscs The agenda and call details are available at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/BYAtFg Join Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/94002943049?pwd=xJlacpyS8tmhXyBDrSsvp21Za2L6SB.1 Password: %ALAC123!! Real time transcription (RTT) link: (subject to availability) : https://www.streamtext.net/player?event=ICANN If you require a dial-out please contact At-Large staff at: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> 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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ICANN Community Digest - Now Available: ICANN84 Frequently Asked Questions Page
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 14, 2025

July 14, 2025

[https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=0c9c74b3-bd7e-4287-a5df-f5d65d88d26f…] Monday, 14 July 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=001ziAQDet…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ziAQDet…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ziAQDet…> 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: Now Available: ICANN84 Frequently Asked Questions Page · NEW: ICANN Seeks Feedback on FY26–30 North America Regional Plan Next Round · Next Round Outreach, Engagement, and Communications Snapshot · ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics · Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building · Call for ASP Mentors · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Public Comment · NEW: Draft North America Engagement Plan 2026-2030 · CLOSES TODAY: 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: Now Available: ICANN84 Frequently Asked Questions Page Please find the FAQs for ICANN84 here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ziAQDet…>. NEW: ICANN Seeks Feedback on FY26–30 North America Regional Plan ICANN invites stakeholders from North America and those interested in ICANN's work in the region to submit input to help ICANN org define regional activities that would best fit regional needs and priorities. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ziAQDet…> Next Round 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=001ziAQDet…>. 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=001ziAQDet…>. Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ziAQDet…> 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=001ziAQDet…>. 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>. Action Items 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=001ziAQDet…> 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=001ziAQDet…>. 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=001ziAQDet…> 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>. 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=001ziAQDet…>. 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=001ziAQDet…> 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=001ziAQDet…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Public Comment NEW: Draft North America Engagement Plan 2026-2030 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ziAQDet…> Submissions Opening Date: Thursday, 10 July 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Thursday, 28 August 2025 CLOSES 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=001ziAQDet…> 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=001ziAQDet…> 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=001ziAQDet…> 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=001ziAQDet…> 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=001ziAQDet…> 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=001ziAQDet…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ziAQDet…>. 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=001ziAQDet…>. · CANTO 2025 Conference · Africa Law Tech Festival 2025 · DNS Operations and DNSSEC Hands-On Workshop - Pakistan 2025 · Transatlantic Week 2025 · AAU 16th Quadrienal General Conference · VNNIC Internet Conference 2025 · Asia Pacific Advanced Network Conference (APAN60) Volume 7, Issue 51 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ziAQDet…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 17 July 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ziAQDet…>

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Read a Recap of ICANN83 in the July Newsletter
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 14, 2025

July 14, 2025

[https://nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=aec474b1-de3c-4ea0-9be0-344349ea0198…] [Read a Recap of ICANN83 in the July Newsletter][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> ICANN83 Recap 14 July 2025 TOP NEWS Chair’s Blog: Recap of the June Board Workshop and ICANN83 [ICANN Board Chair Tripti Sinha][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> By Tripti Sinha, ICANN Board Chair My Board colleagues and I would like to thank everyone who participated in the ICANN83 Policy Forum [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>, which took place last month online and in Prague, Czech Republic. Your contributions ensure that ICANN’s processes reflect the interests of all stakeholders. Before the meeting, the ICANN Board gathered for a three-day workshop, where we discussed key issues. At a Regular Meeting on 8 June, the Board approved [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> funding for the first group of vendor contracts for the New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. In addition, during the workshop, the Board received a status update on the implementation of the program overall, including the Applicant Support Program, Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program, Applicant Guidebook, and the Base Registry Agreement. Read my blog [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> for more of the top takeaways from the Board Workshop and ICANN83. A Look Back at ICANN83 [ICANN President and CEO Kurtis Lindqvist][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> By Kurtis Lindqvist, ICANN President and CEO On behalf of the ICANN organization (org), I'd like to thank everyone who participated in the ICANN83 Policy Forum. ICANN83 was attended by 1,333 participants in Prague, including 172 first-time attendees. In addition, 569 people registered to join us online. Overall, these participants represented 129 countries and territories. Here's a regional breakdown of the in-person attendees: · Africa – 92 (6.9 percent) · Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands – 208 (15.6 percent) · Europe – 593 (44.5 percent) · Latin America and the Caribbean – 87 (6.5 percent) · North America – 353 (26.5 percent) This meeting gave the ICANN community the opportunity to discuss and advance policy work on important issues, including the next round of new gTLD applications, Domain Name System Abuse, and the 20-year review of the outcomes from the World Summit on the Information Society. Read my blog [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> to learn more. ICANN would love your feedback! If you have any questions or ideas about how we can improve the monthly newsletters in your region, please send your feedback to newsletterfeedback(a)icann.org<mailto:newsletterfeedback@icann.org>. ICANN Publishes Insights and Clarifications on INFERMAL Study [ICANN INFERMAL Study][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> Understanding how and why bad actors register domain names for malicious purposes is an ongoing challenge in the effort to reduce Domain Name System (DNS) Abuse. The INFERMAL project, short for Inferential Analysis of Maliciously Registered Domains, is a research initiative sponsored by ICANN’s Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) and conducted by KOR Labs that takes a closer look at attacker behavior, and what registrar and registry features are most often associated with abuse. This two-year study builds on earlier work from the Statistical Analysis of DNS Abuse in Generic Top-Level Domains project. Rather than focusing on outcomes alone, INFERMAL zeroes in on the registration process itself: What services do attackers prefer when registering domains for phishing? What features seem to deter them? In our recent report, "Insights and Clarification on the INFERMAL Study [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>," we provided a deeper analysis of the study's findings and addressed potential misunderstandings or misinterpretations that may have arisen. We encourage the ICANN community to review the document to gain a clearer understanding of the results as well as their implications. If you have any further questions, please contact the OCTO-SSR team at ssr-research(a)icann.org<mailto:ssr-research@icann.org>. ICANN83 RECAP Honoring ICANN’s Working Group Chairs and Vice Chairs [ICANN Working Group Chairs and Vice Chairs Recognition Reception][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> By Tripti Sinha, ICANN Board Chair As we continuously strive to recognize and salute the crucial contributions of our ICANN community members, the ICANN Board of Directors hosted the annual ICANN Working Group Chairs and Vice Chairs Recognition Reception during the ICANN83 Policy Forum on Tuesday, 10 June 2025. At the reception, we acknowledged the devotion, leadership, and tenacity of 53 chairs and vice chairs of ICANN working groups. Leading a working group requires significant time, energy, and patience. Whether it means staying ahead of complex timelines, managing across different time zones, or building a spirit of trust and togetherness, working group chairs and vice chairs play a critical role in policy and advice development. Their ability to facilitate discussions and build consensus is crucial to the success of our multistakeholder model. On behalf of the ICANN Board, I thank the ICANN working group chairs and vice chairs for their hard work and enduring commitment to ICANN's mission. Read the list of honorees in my blog [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>. ICANN83 GAC Communiqué ICANN's Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC) has issued its ICANN83 Communiqué [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>. Previous GAC advice and communiqués are available on the GAC's website [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>. [ICANN's Governmental Advisory Committee has issued its ICANN82 Communiqué following the ICANN82 Community Forum.][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> ICANN Launches First Academic Hour at ICANN83 At ICANN83, ICANN hosted its first-ever Academic Hour, an informal gathering held at the ICANN Engagement Booth. Designed as a welcoming space, the activity brought together newcomers and experienced community members to discuss academic engagement across regions. Participants exchanged ideas on how ICANN org can support efforts to integrate Internet governance topics into academic settings and raise awareness of ICANN’s mission within universities and research institutions. The Academic Hour also highlighted opportunities for students and educators to connect with ICANN’s newcomer programs and to use the free self-paced online learning platform, ICANN Learn [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>. This initiative is part of ICANN org’s broader strategy to strengthen ties with the academic community and encourage long-term involvement. Attendees appreciated the open dialogue and shared practical insights on how to foster regional collaboration. Academic stakeholders are invited to continue the conversation by reaching out to academics(a)icann.org<mailto:academics@icann.org>, helping ICANN expand its educational outreach and deepen its impact across global learning communities. ICANN83 Policy Forum Puts Focus on the New gTLD Program: Next Round The ICANN83 Policy Forum offered a sweeping view of what the next round of the New gTLD Program is expected to look like. The forum included eight sessions devoted to the subject, one focused on the Applicant Support Program, and many others touching on various aspects of the New gTLD Program: Next Round. In the first of two Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC) sessions about the New gTLD Program, the GAC participated in a capacity-development workshop [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> on the applicant journey. The session provided an overview of the matters applicants may encounter during the gTLD application evaluation process and emphasized the particular points where the GAC will be involved. Beginning with a high-level snapshot of the entire applicant journey, the session included flow charts that showed the various paths an application might take. That path is dependent on what type of gTLD is applied for and if the string (the characters after the dot) is subject to objection or winds up in contention. The second half of the workshop delved into specific aspects of the journey to provide more detail on contention set resolution, string similarity evaluation, objections and appeals, and other topics. The GAC also participated in a joint meeting [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> with the At-Large Advisory Committee, where the discussion focused on the Applicant Support Program. An At-Large plenary [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> offered an opportunity to unravel questions about the application and evaluation process for supported, community-based gTLD applicants. Program team members also provided updates and responded to questions throughout the week, including at several sessions of Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) stakeholder groups and constituents. The GNSO Registries Stakeholder Group offered a session centered on brand TLDs [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> and another on geographic names [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>, both providing innovative use cases and dynamic discussion. If you weren’t able to make it to Prague, please visit the ICANN83 website [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>, where you can access session recordings and transcripts. ICANN NEWS ICANN RFI: Evaluator Panels for String Similarity and Variant Justification ICANN has issued a request for information (RFI) seeking input from providers on their ability to perform evaluations of string similarity, variant justification, or both, as part of the New gTLD Program: Next Round, which is expected to launch in April 2026. Providers will assemble a panel of experts to perform these evaluations. The purpose of the 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. More information is available in the RFI announcement [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>. Resources for Public Comment on the Draft Applicant Guidebook [Public Comment on the Draft Applicant Guidebook][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> On 30 May 2025, ICANN met a major milestone in the effort to open the next round of applications for the New gTLD Program: It published the complete draft Applicant Guidebook (AGB) [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> for [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>Public Comment [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>. This marks the last in a series of Public Comment proceedings [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> on proposed language for the guidebook. ICANN has developed additional resources related to previous Public Comment proceedings and discussions with the Subsequent Procedures Implementation Review Team (IRT) to assist the community in its review of the draft AGB. These resources include a compilation of Public Comment documents, IRT meeting recordings, AGB Key Topic Overview documents, webinars, and more. Learn more in our blog [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>. ICANN Opens Nomination Period for the Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building [Nominations open for the Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building.][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> ICANN opened the nomination period for the Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building on 30 June 2025. The award recognizes ICANN community members for significant efforts in developing aptitude in areas related to ICANN’s mission. Submit your nominations via the nomination form by 31 July 2025! This year’s award recipient will be announced by the ICANN Board at ICANN84 in October 2025. For more details, please review this announcement [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>. GDS UPDATES Celebrating 10 Years of UASG Accomplishments [ICANN reflects on 10 years of the Universal Acceptance Steering Group.][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> In 2015, the community-initiated Universal Acceptance Steering Group (UASG) was established with one clear mission: to make the Internet truly global through Universal Acceptance (UA). The vision was simple, yet profound – an Internet where people around the world can use the domain name and email address of their choice, regardless of language or script. As we reflect on a decade of progress, this milestone provides us with a chance to look back, celebrate the community’s achievements, and reaffirm our commitment to linguistic diversity and digital inclusivity for billions of Internet users worldwide. This important anniversary was marked by a celebration of ICANN83, where community members came together to honor the UASG’s contributions. It also coincided with the publication of a new report [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> highlighting the UASG’s 10-year achievements. Engagement and Collaboration at the Annual Contracted Parties Summit 2025 [The 2025 Contracted Parties Summit.][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> The annual Contracted Parties Summit [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> (CP Summit) took place 5–7 May in Hanoi, Viet Nam, and brought together over 500 attendees from across all ICANN regions. Attendees joined both in person and remotely to discuss shared challenges, opportunities, and priorities. Organized with input from the Contracted Parties Summit Planning Team, the CP Summit featured two full days of sessions, covering key topics critical to the contracted parties and community. Ten substantive sessions were held and a dedicated Tech Ops Roundtable focused on several technical themes. The opening reception included a welcome from ICANN Board Chair Tripti Sinha, the introduction of ICANN President and CEO Kurtis Lindqvist, and opportunities for attendees to reconnect with members of the GDD Accounts and Services team. Discussions addressed pressing issues such as DNS Abuse, readiness for the implementation of the Registration Data Policy, and the 20-year review of the World Summit on the Information Society outcomes. These important community conversations continued at ICANN83, reinforcing the momentum generated during the CP Summit. Participants expressed strong appreciation for the opportunity to collaborate, exchange ideas, and collectively shape the path forward on these and other shared priorities. The Contracted Parties House reaffirmed its commitment to ongoing engagement and outlined its priorities in the CP Summit Statement [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>. Several contracted party attendees also shared their gratitude for the valuable in-person interactions that the summit fostered, emphasizing the importance of building and strengthening relationships. For further insights and highlights from the CP Summit, read the post-summit survey report [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>. RDRS Updates From ICANN83 and May Usage Metrics Report [ICANN RDRS Metrics Report][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…> During ICANN83, key cross-community discussions about the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) took place. The focus included potential future enhancements, system refinements, a review of how RDRS aligns with the policy recommendations for a System for Standardized Access/Disclosure, and the impact of privacy/proxy and urgent request policy efforts on the service. In the coming months, the GNSO Standing Committee expects to publish its final findings report for Public Comment, prompting additional analysis and discussion among the community on the future of RDRS. To review details on RDRS usage since the pilot launched in November 2023, take a look at the recent May 2025 RDRS Usage Metrics Report [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GKspZK1…>. RDRS provides an avenue for consumer protection advocates, cybersecurity specialists, government officials, intellectual property professionals, law enforcement personnel, ICANN community members, and others with a legitimate interest to request access to gTLD nonpublic registration data. 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ICAN Community Digest - NEW: ICANN Announces Publication of Continuous Improvement Program Framework
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 10, 2025

July 10, 2025

[https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=e0a7baed-2a3b-4077-92ff-71020a8ca401…] Thursday, 10 July 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=001w4k_xpm…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001w4k_xpm…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001w4k_xpm…> 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 Announces Publication of Continuous Improvement Program Framework · NEW: ICANN’s Organizational Objectives for Fiscal Year 2026 · NEW: How Choice of Reputation Blocklists Affects DNS Abuse Metrics · NEW: Publication: SAC129 SSAC Comments on GNSO Domain Name Registration Data Accuracy Concept Proposal Next Round · Next Round Outreach, Engagement, and Communications Snapshot · ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics · Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building · Call for ASP Mentors · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Public Comment · MONDAY: 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 Announces Publication of Continuous Improvement Program Framework With the framework now published, the work of the CIP-CCG is complete and the CIP enters the implementation phase, during which each SO and AC, and the NomCom will begin planning and executing an assessment of the CIP. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001w4k_xpm…> NEW: ICANN’s Organizational Objectives for Fiscal Year 2026 The FY26 Organizational Objectives will act as the organizational Objectives and Key Results to track the ICANN organization's (org) progress on the FY26 Operating Plan and Budget. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001w4k_xpm…> NEW: How Choice of Reputation Blocklists Affects DNS Abuse Metrics Reputation blocklists (RBLs) are fundamental for identifying and measuring Domain Name System (DNS) Abuse. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001w4k_xpm…> NEW: Publication: SAC129 SSAC Comments on GNSO Domain Name Registration Data Accuracy Concept Proposal This is a comment to the GNSO Council in response to their Concept Proposal on Accuracy Scoping from the ICANN SSAC. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001w4k_xpm…> Next Round 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=001w4k_xpm…>. 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=001w4k_xpm…>. Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001w4k_xpm…> 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=001w4k_xpm…>. 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>. Action Items 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=001w4k_xpm…> 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=001w4k_xpm…>. 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=001w4k_xpm…> 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>. 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=001w4k_xpm…>. 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=001w4k_xpm…> 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=001w4k_xpm…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Public Comment MONDAY: 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=001w4k_xpm…> 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=001w4k_xpm…> 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=001w4k_xpm…> 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=001w4k_xpm…> 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=001w4k_xpm…> 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=001w4k_xpm…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001w4k_xpm…>. 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=001w4k_xpm…>. · 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) Volume 7, Issue 50 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001w4k_xpm…> | Next Issue: Monday, 14 July 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001w4k_xpm…>

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ICANN Community Digest - NEW: Chair’s Blog: June Board Workshop and ICANN83 Recap
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 7, 2025

July 7, 2025

[https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=625ca98c-e89d-4ee4-a32c-9e54190fb252…] Monday, 07 July 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=001OgvgBgv…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OgvgBgv…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OgvgBgv…> 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: Chair’s Blog: June Board Workshop and ICANN83 Recap Next Round · Next Round Outreach, Engagement, and Communications Snapshot · ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics · Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building · Call for ASP Mentors · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Public Comment · ON WEEK FROM TODAY: 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: Chair’s Blog: June Board Workshop and ICANN83 Recap Before the meeting, the ICANN Board gathered for a three-day workshop, where we discussed key issues. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OgvgBgv…> Next Round 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=001OgvgBgv…>. 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=001OgvgBgv…>. Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OgvgBgv…> 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=001OgvgBgv…>. 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>. Action Items 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=001OgvgBgv…> 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=001OgvgBgv…>. 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=001OgvgBgv…> 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>. 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=001OgvgBgv…>. 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=001OgvgBgv…> 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=001OgvgBgv…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Public Comment ON 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=001OgvgBgv…> 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=001OgvgBgv…> 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=001OgvgBgv…> 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=001OgvgBgv…> 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=001OgvgBgv…> 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=001OgvgBgv…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OgvgBgv…>. 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=001OgvgBgv…>. · 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) Volume 7, Issue 49 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OgvgBgv…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 10 July 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OgvgBgv…>

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ICANN Community Digest - NEW: ICANN84 Annual General Meeting Relocated
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 3, 2025

July 3, 2025

[https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=110eb191-7da6-4a45-b472-f0b854f7e324…] Thursday, 03 July 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=001jQwb-32…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jQwb-32…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jQwb-32…> 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 Announces Dispute Resolution Service Providers for the Next Round · NEW: Launching the New Five-Year ICANN Strategic Plan · NEW: ICANN84 Annual General Meeting Relocated · NEW: Charting the Path Forward: ICANN Middle East Regional Plan FY26–30 · NEW: Making the Internet Work: Remarks at the IGF 2025 Opening Session · NEW: ICANN Achieves Key Milestone in Universal Acceptance · NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 27 June 2025 · 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 Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building · Call for ASP Mentors Public Comment · NEW: Public Comment Summary Report: Transfer Policy Review Working Group Final Report for ICANN Board Consideration · 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 Announces Dispute Resolution Service Providers for the Next Round The dispute resolution process is intended to afford certain parties an opportunity to advance arguments against introducing certain new gTLDs into the Domain Name System or for having certain strings enter a contention set. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jQwb-32…> NEW: Launching the New Five-Year ICANN Strategic Plan 2030 Vision: As the trusted steward of the Internet's unique identifier systems, ICANN is dedicated to strengthening the single, globally interoperable Internet for all. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jQwb-32…> NEW: ICANN84 Annual General Meeting Relocated Recent developments, including associated flight disruptions and impending timelines related to planning the meeting, made it prudent and necessary to select an alternative and available location. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jQwb-32…> NEW: Charting the Path Forward: ICANN Middle East Regional Plan FY26–30 The FY26–30 Middle East Regional Plan reflects the close collaboration between ICANN's Global Stakeholder Engagement (GSE) team in the Middle East and the region's community members. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jQwb-32…> NEW: Making the Internet Work: Remarks at the IGF 2025 Opening Session ICANN President and CEO Kurtis Lindqvist delivered remarks on the importance of practical collaboration, technical coordination, and the risks of fragmentation. His message set the tone for the week. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jQwb-32…> NEW: ICANN Achieves Key Milestone in Universal Acceptance Users can now sign up for and sign in to ICANN Account using email addresses in their local languages and scripts – a major step forward in making the Internet truly accessible to all. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jQwb-32…> NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 27 June 2025 Please find the Approved Resolutions from the 27 June 2025 Special Meeting of the ICANN Board here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jQwb-32…>. 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=001jQwb-32…>. 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=001jQwb-32…>. Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jQwb-32…> 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=001jQwb-32…>. 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=001jQwb-32…>. 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=001jQwb-32…> 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=001jQwb-32…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Action Items 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=001jQwb-32…> 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=001jQwb-32…>. 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=001jQwb-32…> 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: 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=001jQwb-32…> 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=001jQwb-32…> 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=001jQwb-32…> 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=001jQwb-32…> 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=001jQwb-32…> 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=001jQwb-32…> 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=001jQwb-32…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jQwb-32…>. 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=001jQwb-32…>. · 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) Volume 7, Issue 48 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jQwb-32…> | Next Issue: Monday, 07 July 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jQwb-32…>

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