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At-Large Calls / Week of 17 - 21 February 2025
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 15, 2025

Feb. 15, 2025

Dear All, Please find below the list of At-Large meetings for the week of 17 - 21 February 2025 Monday, 17 February 2025 None <https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpcOigqj0pG9AJs1G_oLypLnFStphsAJR9> Tuesday, 18 February 2025 15:00 UTC: At-Large Regional Leadership: https://community.icann.org/x/IYBrI - Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92529486617?pwd=XR9mNn96dUPBX5tKx8xMhRTklUf8kM.1<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/j/92529486617?pwd=XR9mNn96…> 16:00 UTC: ALAC Monthly: https://community.icann.org/x/BwAFHg - Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/94893743633?pwd=KLcaylDF4c2ppFhx8WcKlMohRZzeVW.1 18:00 UTC: EURALO Round Table: The New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program, community reflections - Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/3rohwM43QfCdgJEXmMTfrw 20:00 UTC: At-Large Briefing Session: Informed Consensus: An Approach to At-Large Position Development: https://community.icann.org/x/AQAfI - Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/96848216374?pwd=fQ5dLEuDZYKAVhrBnbZVMtDEBOv9OO.1 Wednesday, 19 February 2025 13:30 UTC: At-Large Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG) https://community.icann.org/x/BoA7I Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/765717566?pwd=UTJCdWRSZVdJNEhOYW02OVBqQVQ1Zz09 17:00 UTC: At-Large briefing session on the New gTLD Program: Next Round: https://community.icann.org/x/JYBrI - Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/WdilpsERRKC3sBz41fkElA Thursday, 20 February 2025 06:00 UTC: APRALO Monthly: https://community.icann.org/x/MgBxHw Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/98909059415?pwd=GIrcLLCmZv3Bb66LHtSZOBtHNvPGt3.1 18:00 UTC: At-Large Operations, Finance and Budget Working Group (OFB-WG): https://community.icann.org/x/OQB6I Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92139943237?pwd=RR7XGoRSXgUGFm2K4QKyAFEp54AzQb.1 23:00 UTC: LACRALO Monthly: https://community.icann.org/x/F4BrI - Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/D8AJTZ6RRoiTbcyMarLhbw Friday, 21 February 2025 None Please confirm your dial-out requests or apology notice to 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 Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icann<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>

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Meeting invitaiton: At-Large briefing sessiono on the New gTLD Program: Next Round call on Wednesday, 19 February 2025 at 17:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 14, 2025

Feb. 14, 2025

Please join us and spread the word! REGISTER for ZOOM: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/WdilpsERRKC3sBz41fkElA Interpretation (integrated via zoom) English, Español, Français Dear All, There will be an At-Large briefing sessiono on the New gTLD Program: Next Round call scheduled for Wednesday, 19 February 2025 at 17:00 UTC for 60 minutes. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/2vu97wk5 The agenda (to be updated) and call details can be found at: https://community.icann.org/x/JYBrI Zoom Registration link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/WdilpsERRKC3sBz41fkElA Password: +S@p=3#7z? Zoom Dial-in Numbers: https://zoom.us/u/ayXQGOHVG Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icann<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>

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ICANN Community Digest - NEW: Chair’s Blog: January Board Workshop Recap
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 13, 2025

Feb. 13, 2025

[https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=3e632acc-d810-4c72-8406-128418309bd8…] Thursday, 13 February 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=0013WYO5Lq…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> 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 ICANN82 · ICANN82 Prep Week Schedule Now Available · ICANN82 Zoom Backgrounds · Register Now for ICANN82 Information Sharing · NEW: Call for ASP Mentors · NEW: Chair’s Blog: January Board Workshop Recap · ICANN Opens Application Period for New gTLD Applicant Support Program · ICANN Opens New gTLD Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program · Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Webinars · NEXT WEEK: ICANN Webinar to Discuss INFERMAL, a Project Focused on Malicious Domain Registrations · DNS Training Webinars for ISPs · Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: ICANN & ISPCP · Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: DNS related threats 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Public Comment · CLOSES TOMORROW: ICANN FY26-30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets · CLOSES TOMORROW: Draft PTI FY26 Operating Plan and Budget · Proposed Updates to the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews Events · These events occur in February and March 2025. ICANN82 ICANN82 Prep Week Schedule Now Available ICANN82 Prep Week will be held Monday through Wednesday, 24–26 February 2025. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> ICANN82 Zoom Backgrounds Generic and SO/AC specific ICANN82 Zoom backgrounds are now available here. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> Register Now for ICANN82 ICANN82 will be held 8 - 13 March 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Seattle Hotel. Prep Week (Online Only): 24 - 26 February 2025 Read more and register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> Information Sharing NEW: 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=0013WYO5Lq…>. 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=0013WYO5Lq…> 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>. NEW: Chair’s Blog: January Board Workshop Recap With several newly appointed Board members and our new CEO, Kurtis Lindqvist, in attendance, this workshop exuded energy and enthusiasm for the year ahead. The Board was especially pleased to hear from Kurtis about his initial impressions of his role at ICANN and plans going forward. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> ICANN Opens Application Period for New gTLD Applicant Support Program ICANN has opened the application submission period for the Applicant Support Program (ASP), part the New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The ASP provides financial and nonfinancial assistance to qualified, eligible entities who plan to apply for a new gTLD. The application window will be open for 12 months. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> ICANN Opens Application Period for New gTLD Applicant Support Program ICANN has opened the application submission period for the Applicant Support Program (ASP), part the New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The ASP provides financial and nonfinancial assistance to qualified, eligible entities who plan to apply for a new gTLD. The application window will be open for 12 months. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> ICANN Opens New gTLD Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program ICANN has opened the Registry Service Provider (RSP) Evaluation Program for the New Generic TopLevel Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The RSP Evaluation Program was created to streamline the evaluation of gTLD applications by separating the evaluation of the technical aspects of operating the gTLD from the application for the name. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> 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=0013WYO5Lq…>. 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=0013WYO5Lq…>. 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=0013WYO5Lq…> 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=0013WYO5Lq…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Webinars NEXT WEEK: ICANN Webinar to Discuss INFERMAL, a Project Focused on Malicious Domain RegistrationsI Date: Wednesday, 19 February 2025, at 15:00 UTC Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> DNS Training Webinars for ISPs ICANN's Technical Engagement team from the Office of the Chief Technology Officer, in collaboration with the Internet Service Providers and Connectivity Providers (ISPCP) constituency, is excited to announce a series of training sessions focusing on topics related to the Domain Name System (DNS). These sessions are intended for all Internet Service Providers (ISPs) globally. Please see the Sessions for ISPs below. Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: ICANN & ISPCP Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025, 15:00 UTC to 16:00 UTC Learn more and Register now. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: DNS related threats Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025, 15:00 UTC to 16:30 UTC Learn more and Register now. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> Action Items Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions The Nominating Committee (NomCom) of ICANN is accepting applications for key leadership positions within ICANN's Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees, Public Technical Identifiers (PTI), and the ICANN Board of Directors. The deadline to submit applications is 28 March 2025 at 23:59 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> Public Comment CLOSES TOMORROW: I [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…>CAN [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…>N FY26-30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> Open for Submissions: 17 December 2024 Closed for Submissions: 14 February 2025 CLOSES TOMORROW: Draft PTI FY26 Operating Plan and Budget [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> Open for Submissions: 17 December 2024 Closed for Submissions: 14 February 2025 Proposed Updates to the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> Open for Submissions: 23 December 2024 Closed for Submissions: 21 March 2025 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…>. Events These events occur in February and March 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=0013WYO5Lq…>. · ICANN Stakeholder Engagement Breakfast: Next Round of New gTLDs - Kenya · Middle East and Adjoining Countries School on Internet Governance (MEAC-SIG) 2025 · The 8th Meeting of The ATU Task Group on Emerging Technologies · APRICOT2025/ APNIC59 · Awareness Workshop: ICANN’s Applicant Support Program (ASP) for the Private Sector Forum and Smart Africa Alliance Members. · Webinar on INFERMAL - a Project Focused on Malicious Domain Registrations · Dominios en Expansión: historia y oportunidades en la creación de direcciones digitales · ICANN - Internet Technology Engagement Volume 7, Issue 13 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…> | Next Issue: Monday, 17 February 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013WYO5Lq…>

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**Register** ALAC - GAC Regulatory Developments Briefing Series: UN Cybercrime Convention and the Second Additional Protocol to the Budapest Convention: DNS Impact, ICANN’s Role, and the Way Forward – 13 February 2025 at 16:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 12, 2025

Feb. 12, 2025

Please join us and spread the word! REGISTER for ZOOM: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/VmrZlHowS2G9f2nxW5bVcA Interpretation (integrated via zoom) English, Español, Français Dear All, On behalf of the ALAC & GAC Leadership, we are pleased to announce the second of our Regulatory Developments Briefing Series on UN Cybercrime Convention and the Second Additional Protocol to the Budapest Convention: DNS Impact, ICANN’s Role, and the Way Forward, scheduled on Thursday, 13 February 2025, at 16:00 UTC. This session, the second in our Regulatory Updates Briefings with ICANN’s Governmental Engagement Team, will explore the implications of the recently adopted UN Cybercrime Convention and the Second Additional Protocol to the Budapest Convention for the Domain Name System. The session will address growing sovereignty concerns and discuss how ICANN’s multistakeholder model can strengthen global Internet governance. We will review the current state of ratifications and discuss the way forward for both conventions, with a particular focus on cross-border data access. The session will also cover the challenges faced by the UN Convention, particularly regarding data privacy, sovereignty, and the need for balancing security needs with human rights protections. Agenda: https://community.icann.org/x/WwARHw Please register for the webinar via this link: Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/VmrZlHowS2G9f2nxW5bVcA These briefing sessions will be held monthly and provide a valuable platform to discuss key regulatory and geopolitical developments and foster collaboration across regions. We look forward to welcoming you next week! Please join us *and* spread the word! ************************** En nombre de los líderes del ALAC y el GAC, nos complace anunciar la Segunda de nuestra serie de informes sobre desarrollos regulatorios sobre la Convención de las Naciones Unidas contra la Ciberdelincuencia y el Segundo Protocolo Adicional a la Convención de Budapest: Impacto del DNS, el papel de la ICANN y el camino a seguir, programado para el Jueves 13 de febrero de 2025 a la 16:00 UTC. Esta sesión, la Segunda de nuestras sesiones informativas sobre actualizaciones regulatorias con el Equipo de Participación Gubernamental de la ICANN, explorará las implicaciones de la Convención de la Naciones Unidas contra el Cibercrimen recientemente adoptada y el Segundo Protocolo Adicional a la Convención de Budapest para el Sistema de Nombres de Dominio. La sesión aburará las crecientes preocupaciones sobre la soberanía y discutirá cómo el modelo de múltiples partes interesadas de ICANN puede fortalecer la gobernanza global de Internet. Revisaremos el estado actual de las ratificaciones y discutiremos el camino a seguí para ambas convenciones, con especial atención en el acceso transfronterizo a los datos. La sesión también cubrirá los desafíos que enfrenta la Convención de las Naciones Unidas, particularmente en relación con la privacidad de los datos, la soberanía y la necesidades de seguridad con la protección de los derechos humanos. Orden del día: https://community.icann.org/x/WwARHw Registro de zoom: Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/VmrZlHowS2G9f2nxW5bVcA Estas sesiones informativas se llevarán a cabo mensualmente y brindarán una Plataforma valiosa para discutir desarrollos regulatorios y geopolíticos clave y fomentar la colaboración entre regiones. Gracias! Saludos cordiales ************************** Au nom des dirigeants de l’ALAC et du GAC, nous sommes heureux d’annoncer la deuxième de notre série d’informations sur les développements réglementaires sur la Convention des Nations Unies sur la cybercriminalité et le deuxième protocole additionnel à la Convention de Budapest: l’impact du DNS, le rôle de l’ICANN et la voie à suivre, prévue le jeudi 13 février 2025, à 16:00 UTC. Cette session, la deuxième de nos séances d’information sur les mises à jour réglementaires avec l’équipe d’engagement gouvernemental de l’ICANN, explorera les implications de la Convention des Nations Unies sur la cybercriminalité récemment adoptée et du deuxième protocole additionnel à la Convention de Budapest pour le système des noms de domaine, La session abordera les préoccupations croissantes en matière de souveraineté et discutera de la manière dont le modele multipartie de l’ICANN peut renforcer la gouvernance mondiale de l’Internet. Nous passerons en revue l’état actuel des ratifications et discuterons de la voie à suivre pour les deux conventions, en mettant particulièrement l’accent sur l’accès transfrontalier aux données. La session couvrira également les défis auxquels est confrontée la Convention des Nations Unies, notamment en ce qui concerne la confidentialité des données, la souveraineté et la nécessité de trouver un équilibre entre les besoins de sécurité et la protection des droits de l’homme. Ordre du jour: https://community.icann.org/x/WwARHw Inscrivez-vous pour le lien zoom: Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/VmrZlHowS2G9f2nxW5bVcA Ces séances d’information auront lieu mensuellement et constitueront une plate-forme précieuse pour discuter des principaux développements réglementaires et géopolitiques et favoriser la collaboration entre les régions. Rejoignez-nous et faites circuler cette invitation! Merci beaucoup. Cordialement, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!_eShJaTTg…> Facebook: facebook.com/icann [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…>atlarge [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…> Twitter: @ [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_eS…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_eS…>

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TODAY at 12:00 UTC - ICANN CEO Kurtis LIndqvist **REGISTER** Wednesday 12 February at 12:00 UTC - Webinar with new ICANN CEO Kurtis Lindqvist (12 Feb at 12:00 UTC)
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 12, 2025

Feb. 12, 2025

Dear all, Please see hereafter an invitation on behalf of Gabriella Schittek, Stakeholder Engagement Director, Nordic & Central Europe. Thank you! Kind regards, Gisella ********************************* Dear all, On 12th February 12.00 UTC, you’ll have a chance to learn to know ICANN’s CEO Kurt Erik “Kurtis” Lindqvist better. Join our webinar!: https://www.icann.org/en/engagement-calendar/details/icann-webinar-series-e… As always – please, help us spread the word about the event! Kind regards, Gabi [cid:image001.png@01DB7D2C.F4C5D340]

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**REGISTER** Wednesday 12 February at 12:00 UTC - Webinar with new ICANN CEO Kurtis Lindqvist (12 Feb at 12:00 UTC)
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 11, 2025

Feb. 11, 2025

Dear all, Please see hereafter an invitation on behalf of Gabriella Schittek, Stakeholder Engagement Director, Nordic & Central Europe. Thank you! Kind regards, Gisella ********************************* Dear all, On 12th February 12.00 UTC, you’ll have a chance to learn to know ICANN’s CEO Kurt Erik “Kurtis” Lindqvist better. Join our webinar!: https://www.icann.org/en/engagement-calendar/details/icann-webinar-series-e… As always – please, help us spread the word about the event! Kind regards, Gabi [cid:image001.png@01DB7CD2.5211B470]

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ICANN Community Digest - NEW: ICANN Announces the Support Applicant Review Panel Provider for ASP
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 10, 2025

Feb. 10, 2025

[https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=82aeae63-eba1-49b1-8186-52f73f85ce78…] Monday, 10 February 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=001Av87BQb…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> 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 ICANN82 · ICANN82 Prep Week Schedule Now Available · ICANN82 Zoom Backgrounds · Register Now for ICANN82 Information Sharing · NEW: ICANN Announces the Support Applicant Review Panel Provider for ASP · ICANN Opens Application Period for New gTLD Applicant Support Program · ICANN Opens New gTLD Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program · Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Webinars · WEDNESDAY: ICANN Webinar Series Europe - Meet Kurtis Lindqvist: ICANN's President & CEO · ICANN Webinar to Discuss INFERMAL, a Project Focused on Malicious Domain Registrations · DNS Training Webinars for ISPs · Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: ICANN & ISPCP · Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: DNS related threats 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Public Comment · ICANN FY26-30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets · Draft PTI FY26 Operating Plan and Budget · DEADLINE EXTENDED: Proposed Updates to the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews Events · These events occur in February 2025. ICANN82 ICANN82 Prep Week Schedule Now Available ICANN82 Prep Week will be held Monday through Wednesday, 24–26 February 2025. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> ICANN82 Zoom Backgrounds Generic and SO/AC specific ICANN82 Zoom backgrounds are now available here. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Register Now for ICANN82 ICANN82 will be held 8 - 13 March 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Seattle Hotel. Prep Week (Online Only): 24 - 26 February 2025 Read more and register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Announces the Support Applicant Review Panel Provider for ASP RSM's team is equipped with the appropriate evaluation skills and diverse experience to conduct fair and objective assessments of globally diverse ASP applicants. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> ICANN Opens Application Period for New gTLD Applicant Support Program ICANN has opened the application submission period for the Applicant Support Program (ASP), part the New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The ASP provides financial and nonfinancial assistance to qualified, eligible entities who plan to apply for a new gTLD. The application window will be open for 12 months. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> ICANN Opens Application Period for New gTLD Applicant Support Program ICANN has opened the application submission period for the Applicant Support Program (ASP), part the New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The ASP provides financial and nonfinancial assistance to qualified, eligible entities who plan to apply for a new gTLD. The application window will be open for 12 months. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> ICANN Opens New gTLD Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program ICANN has opened the Registry Service Provider (RSP) Evaluation Program for the New Generic TopLevel Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The RSP Evaluation Program was created to streamline the evaluation of gTLD applications by separating the evaluation of the technical aspects of operating the gTLD from the application for the name. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> 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=001Av87BQb…>. 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=001Av87BQb…>. 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=001Av87BQb…> 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=001Av87BQb…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Webinars WEDNESDAY: ICANN Webinar Series Europe - Meet Kurtis Lindqvist: ICANN's President & CEO Date: Wednesday, 12 February 2025 (12:00 - 13:00 UTC) Read more and Register now. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> ICANN Webinar to Discuss INFERMAL, a Project Focused on Malicious Domain RegistrationsI Date: Wednesday, 19 February 2025, at 15:00 UTC Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> DNS Training Webinars for ISPs ICANN's Technical Engagement team from the Office of the Chief Technology Officer, in collaboration with the Internet Service Providers and Connectivity Providers (ISPCP) constituency, is excited to announce a series of training sessions focusing on topics related to the Domain Name System (DNS). These sessions are intended for all Internet Service Providers (ISPs) globally. Please see the Sessions for ISPs below. Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: ICANN & ISPCP Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025, 15:00 UTC to 16:00 UTC Learn more and Register now. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: DNS related threats Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025, 15:00 UTC to 16:30 UTC Learn more and Register now. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Action Items Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions The Nominating Committee (NomCom) of ICANN is accepting applications for key leadership positions within ICANN's Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees, Public Technical Identifiers (PTI), and the ICANN Board of Directors. The deadline to submit applications is 28 March 2025 at 23:59 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Public Comment ICANN FY26-30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Open for Submissions: 17 December 2024 Closed for Submissions: 14 February 2025 Draft PTI FY26 Operating Plan and Budget [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Open for Submissions: 17 December 2024 Closed for Submissions: 14 February 2025 DEADLINE EXTENDED: Proposed Updates to the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Open for Submissions: 23 December 2024 Closed for Submissions: 21 March 2025 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…>. 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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=001Av87BQb…>. · IIC Annual Asia Digital Communications and Media Forum 2025 · Kenya’s Internet Resilience Post June internet Disruption: Roundtable on Business and Human Rights · 2025 State of the Net · ICANN Webinar Series Europe - Meet Kurtis Lindqvist: ICANN's President & CEO · ICANN Stakeholder Engagement Breakfast: Next Round of New gTLDs - Kenya · Middle East and Adjoining Countries School on Internet Governance (MEAC-SIG) 2025 Volume 7, Issue 12 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 13 February 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…>

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At-Large Calls / Week of 10 - 14 February 2025
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 10, 2025

Feb. 10, 2025

Dear All, Please find below the list of At-Large meetings for the week of 10 - 14 February 2025 Monday, 10 February 2025 17:00 UTC: ICANN82 Planning Committee: https://community.icann.org/x/A4DdHg - Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/99101847424?pwd=OjP6LxEN9baR0cHgLUNoPGrwrYoUpS.1 18:00 UTC: Cross-RALO 2024 IGF Read Out and 2025 IGF Prep Webinar : https://community.icann.org/x/EYD8Hg - Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ5CHz955BKd-fQ[icann.zoom.us] <https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpcOigqj0pG9AJs1G_oLypLnFStphsAJR9> Tuesday, 11 February 2025 None<https://icann.zoom.us/j/93241379495?pwd=ONUdI7sbPZN60MzMwM6eX7Fz9oZFu8.1> Wednesday, 12 February 2025 20:00 UTC: At-Large Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG) https://community.icann.org/x/JgAaHw. Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/765717566?pwd=UTJCdWRSZVdJNEhOYW02OVBqQVQ1Zz09 Thursday, 13 February 2025 14:00 UTC: At-Large Operations, Finance and Budget Working Group (OFB-WG): https://community.icann.org/x/GwAoHw Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92139943237?pwd=RR7XGoRSXgUGFm2K4QKyAFEp54AzQb.1 Friday, 14 February 2025 None Please confirm your dial-out requests or apology notice to 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 Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icann<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>

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Invitation **Register** | Cross-RALO Webinar: IGF Read Out and Next Steps
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 9, 2025

Feb. 9, 2025

Please join us and spread the word Únete a nosotros y comparte esta invitación Rejoignez-nous et partagez cette invitation REGISTER for ZOOM: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ5CHz955BKd-fQ [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ…> Interpretation English, Español, Français Dear All, On behalf the Chairs of the Regional At-Large Organisations (RALOs), we would like to invite you to a Cross-RALO 2024 IGF Read Out and 2025 IGF Prep Webinar on Monday 10 February 2025 from 18:00 - 19:30 UTC. This read-out webinar will provide an update on various experiences of the ICANN Board, org, and community participants of the 2024 IGF<https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/At-Large+Activities+at+the+2024…> in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia [intgovforum.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/intgovforum.org/en/dashboard/igf-2024__;…> last December as well as begin the At-Large community preparation for the 2025 IGF<https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/At-Large+Activities+at+the+2025…> in Lillestrom, Norway [igf2025.no]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.igf2025.no/__;!!PtGJab4!8COnwWwzJehr…> from 23 to 27 June 2025. Agenda: https://community.icann.org/x/EYD8Hg English, French and Spanish interpretation Zoom registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ5CHz955BKd-fQ [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ…> Please join and spread the word! Thank you. Kind regards, ************************************* En nombre de los presidentes de las organizaciones regionales At-Large (RALO), nos gustaría invitarlos a un seminario web de lectura en vos alta del IGF 2024 y preparación del IGF 2025 entre las RALO el lunes 10 de febrero de 2025 de 18:00-19:30 UTC. Este seminario web de lectura proporcionará una actualización sobre diversas experiencias de la Junta Directiva de la ICANN, la organización y los participantes de la comunidad del IGF 2024 en Riyadh, Arabia Saudita, en diciembre pasado, así como también comenzará la preparación de la comunidad At-Large para el IGF 2025 en Lillestrom, Noruega, del 23 al 27 de junio de 2025. Agenda: https://community.icann.org/x/EYD8Hg Interpretación en inglés, francés, y español. Registro de Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ5CHz955BKd-fQ [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ…> Únase y corra la voz! ************************************* Chers tous, Au nom des présidents des organisations régionales At-Large (RALO), nous aimerions vous inviter à un webinaire inter-RALO de l’IGF 20224 et la préparation à l’IGF 2025 le lundi 10 février 2025 de 18h00 à 19h30 UTC. Ce webinaire fournira une mise a jour sur diverses expériences des participants du Conseil d’administration, de l’organisation et de la communauté de l’ICANN à l’IGF 2024 à Riyad, en Arabie Saoudite en décembre dernier, et lancer la préparation de la communauté At-Large pour l’IGF 2025 à Lillestrom, en Norvège, du 23 au 27 juin 2025. Ordre du jour: https://community.icann.org/x/EYD8Hg Interprétation en anglais, français et espagnol. Inscription Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ5CHz955BKd-fQ [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ…> Rejoignez-nous et partagez cette invitation! Cordialement, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!8COnwWwzJ…> Facebook: facebook.com/icann [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…>atlarge [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…> Twitter: @ [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!8CO…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!8CO…> [signature_2461901693]

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**REGISTER** Invitation | Cross-RALO Webinar: IGF Read Out and Next Steps
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 7, 2025

Feb. 7, 2025

Please join us and spread the word Únete a nosotros y comparte esta invitación Rejoignez-nous et partagez cette invitation REGISTER for ZOOM: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ5CHz955BKd-fQ [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ…> Interpretation English, Español, Français Dear All, On behalf the Chairs of the Regional At-Large Organisations (RALOs), we would like to invite you to a Cross-RALO 2024 IGF Read Out and 2025 IGF Prep Webinar on Monday 10 February 2025 from 18:00 - 19:30 UTC. This read-out webinar will provide an update on various experiences of the ICANN Board, org, and community participants of the 2024 IGF<https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/At-Large+Activities+at+the+2024…> in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia [intgovforum.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/intgovforum.org/en/dashboard/igf-2024__;…> last December as well as begin the At-Large community preparation for the 2025 IGF<https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/At-Large+Activities+at+the+2025…> in Lillestrom, Norway [igf2025.no]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.igf2025.no/__;!!PtGJab4!8COnwWwzJehr…> from 23 to 27 June 2025. Agenda: https://community.icann.org/x/EYD8Hg English, French and Spanish interpretation Zoom registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ5CHz955BKd-fQ [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ…> Please join and spread the word! Thank you. Kind regards, ************************************* En nombre de los presidentes de las organizaciones regionales At-Large (RALO), nos gustaría invitarlos a un seminario web de lectura en vos alta del IGF 2024 y preparación del IGF 2025 entre las RALO el lunes 10 de febrero de 2025 de 18:00-19:30 UTC. Este seminario web de lectura proporcionará una actualización sobre diversas experiencias de la Junta Directiva de la ICANN, la organización y los participantes de la comunidad del IGF 2024 en Riyadh, Arabia Saudita, en diciembre pasado, así como también comenzará la preparación de la comunidad At-Large para el IGF 2025 en Lillestrom, Noruega, del 23 al 27 de junio de 2025. Agenda: https://community.icann.org/x/EYD8Hg Interpretación en inglés, francés, y español. Registro de Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ5CHz955BKd-fQ [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ…> Únase y corra la voz! ************************************* Chers tous, Au nom des présidents des organisations régionales At-Large (RALO), nous aimerions vous inviter à un webinaire inter-RALO de l’IGF 20224 et la préparation à l’IGF 2025 le lundi 10 février 2025 de 18h00 à 19h30 UTC. Ce webinaire fournira une mise a jour sur diverses expériences des participants du Conseil d’administration, de l’organisation et de la communauté de l’ICANN à l’IGF 2024 à Riyad, en Arabie Saoudite en décembre dernier, et lancer la préparation de la communauté At-Large pour l’IGF 2025 à Lillestrom, en Norvège, du 23 au 27 juin 2025. Ordre du jour: https://community.icann.org/x/EYD8Hg Interprétation en anglais, français et espagnol. Inscription Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ5CHz955BKd-fQ [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/JSN9s8XXQ…> Rejoignez-nous et partagez cette invitation! Cordialement, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!8COnwWwzJ…> Facebook: facebook.com/icann [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…>atlarge [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…> Twitter: @ [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!8CO…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!8CO…> [signature_2461901693]

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