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ICANN Newsletter -- 28 October 2016
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 3, 2016

Nov. 3, 2016

[ICANN][icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.icann.org_&d=DQMFaQ…> ICANN Weekly Newsletter News from the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers http://www.icann.org/[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.icann.org_&d=DQMFaQ…>Week ending 28 October 2016 ________________________________ Announcements This Week ICANN FY16 Annual Report of Expense Reimbursement and Other Payments to ICANN Directors for the Period 1 July 2015 Through 30 June 2016[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> 28 October 2016 Call for Volunteers for the Registration Directory Service (formerly WHOIS) Review Team[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> 28 October 2016 Call for Public Comment on the Middle East and Adjoining Countries' (MEAC) 2016-2019 Strategy[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> 28 October 2016 Provide Input to the CCT Review Team at ICANN57[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> 27 October 2016 Root Stability Study Draft Report Available for Public Comment[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> 27 October 2016 Updated PDT Specifications: WHOIS Test Updates[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> 26 October 2016 ICANN Audited Financial Statements for FY16 Have Been Published[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> 26 October 2016 Plan for Thin to Thick Whois Transition Available for Public Comment[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> 26 October 2016 ICANN and CCK Collaborate on a Youth Education Initiative in Tunisia[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> 25 October 2016 Draft PTI FY18 Operating Plan and Budget[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> 24 October 2016 Proposal for Lao Script Root Zone Label Generation Rules (LGR)[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> 24 October 2016 ________________________________ Upcoming Events [ICANN 57 | Hyderabad] 3-9 November 2016: 57th International Public ICANN Meeting - Hyderabad[meetings.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__meetings.icann.org_en_…> About ICANN ICANN Bylaws[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resource…> Our bylaws are very important to us. They capture our mission of security, stability and accessibility, and compel the organization to be open and transparent. Learn more at www.ICANN.org[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.icann.org_&d=DQMFaQ…>. Strategic Plan, 2016 - 2020[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.icann.org_en_planni…> ICANN FY17 Operating Plan and Budget[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.icann.org_en_financ…>

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Hyderabad Daily Schedule / Friday 4 November 2016
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 3, 2016

Nov. 3, 2016

Dear All, Please find hereafter information, including the At-Large sessions, on Friday 04 November. You will be receiving a daily schedule update email throughout the week: ICANN57 Meeting Schedule<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__icann572016.sched.org_…> At-Large ICANN 57 meeting page (one-stop-shop) - please note these pages will always be updated with the latest information for At-Large sessions https://community.icann.org/x/pQSbAw[community.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__community.icann.org_x_…> (please bookmark this!) Don’t forget to DOWNLOAD the ICANN57 Mobile App: navigate to the right hand side of the main schedule and follow instructions to download the ICANN57 Mobile App. FOR THOSE ATTENDING IN PERSON – SHUTTLES: The shuttle schedule is posted on the main ICANN 57 website as well as around the meeting venue (see attached for quick reference). Please find hereafter the At-Large schedule for Friday 4<https://community.icann.org/x/0wSbAw> November 2016:<https://community.icann.org/x/0wSbAw> Adobe Connect https://participate.icann.org/hyd57-hall1 * 09:00 – 10:30 At-Large Leadership Working Session Part 5 Remote Participation: http://sched.co/8pDT * 11:00 – 12:15 At-Large Leadership Working Session Part 6 Remote Participation: http://sched.co/8cy8 12:15-12:45 Complimentary Lunch is served in North Foyer, Ground Level. Coupons were distributed at registration * 13:45 – 15:00 At-Large Leadership Working Session Part 7 Remote Participation: http://sched.co/8cyA * 15:15-16:45 At-Large Leadership Working Session Part 8 Remote Participation: http://sched.co/8cyB * 17:00-18:00 ALAC & ccNSO Meeting Remote Participation: http://sched.co/8cyC **************** Other sessions: * 12:15-13:45 Coordination Meeting of the Schools of Internet Governance Remote Participation: http://sched.co/8cy9 REMOTE PARTICIPANTS: If you wish to speak during the meeting, please dial into the audio bridge. Details are available hereafter: Dial-in numbers: http://adigo.com/icann[adigo.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__adigo.com_icann&d=DQMGa…>/ Conference ID: 1638 If you ONLY wish to LISTEN to the meeting, please follow either via: * audio streaming: Example: click on the session on the main schedule Click on Audio Stream live in your language * Or Join the Adobe Connect room: AC audio in English If you require a dial-out, please email staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>. VENUE MAP – attached page 2 IMPORTANT – all information will be on your BADGE as well. Please note these numbers: EMERGENCY NUMBERS Fire / Police: 100 Country Code: 91 ICANN Health and Safety Centre (24/7 assistance) * Main Line: +1 424 488 6710 (INTERNATIONAL DIALING) * Local Line: 0 889 720 1205 (FROM LOCAL PHONE) / + 91 889 720 1205 (INTERNATIONAL DIALING) Email: Meeting-Assistance(a)icann.org<mailto:Meeting-Assistance@icann.org> Thank you and if you have any questions, please contact Staff. Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Ariel Liang, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine, Terri Agnew and Yeşim Nazlar ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> Website: atlarge.icann.org[atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__atlarge.icann.org_&d=D…> Facebook: www.facebook.com/icann[facebook.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.facebook.com_icann…>atlarge[facebook.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.facebook.com_icann…> Twitter: @[twitter.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__twitter.com_ICANNAtLar…>ICANNAtLarge[twitter.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__twitter.com_ICANNAtLar…> [unknown.png] One World, One Internet

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PLEASE READ - WELCOME - Hyderabad Daily Schedule / Thursday 3 November 2016
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 2, 2016

Nov. 2, 2016

Dear All, Welcome to India and to the ICANN 57 Public Meeting in Hyderabad. Please find hereafter information, including the At-Large sessions, on Thursday 03 November. You will be receiving a daily schedule update email throughout the week: ICANN57 Meeting Schedule<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__icann572016.sched.org_…> At-Large ICANN 57 meeting pagealac (one-stop-shop) - please note these pages will always be updated with the latest information for At-Large sessions https://community.icann.org/x/pQSbAw (please bookmark this!) Don’t forget to DOWNLOAD the ICANN57 Mobile App: navigate to the right hand side of the main schedule and follow instructions to download the ICANN57 Mobile App. FOR THOSE ATTENDING IN PERSON – SHUTTLES: The shuttle schedule is posted on the main ICANN 57 website as well as around the meeting venue (see attached for quick reference). Please find hereafter the At-Large schedule for Thursday 3 November 2016: Adobe Connect https://participate.icann.org/hyd57-hall1 * 09:00 – 10:30 At-Large Leadership Working Session Part 1 Remote Participation: http://sched.co/8cy7 * 11:00 – 12:15 At-Large Leadership Working Session Part 2 Remote Participation: http://sched.co/8cy2 * 12:15-13:45 At-Large Review Work Party Remote Participation: http://sched.co/8cy3 * 13:45 – 15:00 At-Large Leadership Working Session Part 3 Remote Participation: http://sched.co/8cy4 * 15:15-18:30 At-Large Leadership Working Session Part 4 Remote Participation: http://sched.co/8cy5 REMOTE PARTICIPANTS: If you wish to speak during the meeting, please dial into the audio bridge. Details are available hereafter: Dial-in numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ Conference ID: 1638 If you ONLY wish to LISTEN to the meeting, please follow either via: * audio streaming: Example: click on the session on the main schedule Click on Audio Stream live in your language * Or Join the Adobe Connect room: AC audio in English If you require a dial-out, please email staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>. VENUE MAP – attached page 2 IMPORTANT – all information will be on your BADGE as well. Please note these numbers: EMERGENCY NUMBERS Fire / Police: 100 Country Code: 91 ICANN Health and Safety Centre (24/7 assistance) * Main Line: +1 424 488 6710 (INTERNATIONAL DIALING) * Local Line: 0 889 720 1205 (FROM LOCAL PHONE) / + 91 889 720 1205 (INTERNATIONAL DIALING) Email: Meeting-Assistance(a)icann.org<mailto:Meeting-Assistance@icann.org> Thank you and if you have any questions, please contact Staff. Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Ariel Liang, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine, Terri Agnew and Yeşim Nazlar ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: www.facebook.com/icann<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge> [unknown.png] One World, One Internet

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VOTE ANNOUNCEMENT: Appointment of ALAC Liaison to .mobi - 2016-2017
by ICANN At-Large Staff Oct. 30, 2016

Oct. 30, 2016

Dear All, This is to let you know that the ALAC has started a vote on the appointment of the ALAC Liaison to .mobi for the 2016-17 year starting at the end of ICANN 57 Meeting in Hyderabad. Question: Who do you support to become the ALAC Liaison to .mobi for the 2016-17 year starting at the end of the ICANN 57 Meeting in Hyderabad (in alphabetical order of last name)? *Wafa Dahmani *Murray McKercher *Abstain For relevant documents provided by the candidates as well as the new summary document, please refer to the attachments in this email: http://atlarge-lists.icann.org/pipermail/alac/2016-October/009842.html. The vote will be open from 30 October 2016 23:59 UTC to 06 November 2016 23:59 UTC. Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Ariel Liang, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine, Terri Agnew and Yeşim Nazlar ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org Website: atlarge.icann.org Facebook: facebook.com/icannatlarge Twitter: @ICANNAtLarge

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New Public Comment: Middle East and Adjoining Countries 2016-2019 Strategy
by ICANN At-Large Staff Oct. 30, 2016

Oct. 30, 2016

Dear All, This is to let you know that the Public Comment on the ‘Middle East and Adjoining Countries 2016-2019 Strategy’ has now gone live: https://www.icann.org/public-comments/meac-strategy-2016-10-27-en. Public comment will end on 17 November2016 23:59 UTC. During this period, anyone can submit comment via meac.swg(a)icann.org<mailto:meac.swg@icann.org>. As an advisory committee of ICANN, the ALAC submits Statements on Public Comment and advises on policy matters related to the interest of Internet users worldwide. Not just limited to the 15 ALAC members, members from the wider At-Large community are welcome to draft a Statement on behalf of the ALAC. If you are interested in drafting an ALAC Statement on this Public Comment, kindly contact staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>. At-Large Staff will follow up and help you understand the procedure. Additionally, the wiki workspace for developing a potential ALAC Statement is here: https://community.icann.org/x/FInDAw. All pertinent resources for this public comment can also be found there. Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Ariel Liang, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine, Terri Agnew and Yeşim Nazlar ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> 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 News Alert -- Updated PDT Specifications: WHOIS Test Updates
by ICANN At-Large Staff Oct. 28, 2016

Oct. 28, 2016

[ICANN][icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.icann.org_&d=DQMFaQ…> News Alert https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-4-2016-10-26-en[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> ________________________________ Updated PDT Specifications: WHOIS Test Updates 26 October 2016 LOS ANGELES - 26 October 2016 - ICANN has published updated resources for Pre-Delegation Testing (PDT). The updated resources include test cases and test plans incorporating the Consistent Labeling and Display (CL&D) requirements described in the Registry Registration Data Directory Services Consistent Labeling and Display Policy (https://www.icann.org/rdds-labeling-display[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_rdds-2Dl…>). To facilitate the registries implementation, prior to the effective date specified in the policy, the PDT system will provide a warning to those registry operators whose system does not yet meet the new requirements, this warning will not prevent a TLD from passing the test. Additionally, registries may utilize the WHOIS Self Test tool, to check their system configurations for conformance to the new requirements. The tool is available here: https://github.com/dotse/Whois-Selftest-Tool[github.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__github.com_dotse_Whois…>.

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ICANN News Alert -- Call for Public Comment on the Middle East and Adjoining Countries¹ (MEAC) 2016-2019 Strategy
by ICANN At-Large Staff Oct. 28, 2016

Oct. 28, 2016

[ICANN][icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.icann.org_&d=DQMFaQ…> News Alert https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-2016-10-28-en[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> ________________________________ Call for Public Comment on the Middle East and Adjoining Countries' (MEAC) 2016-2019 Strategy 28 October 2016 Today, ICANN's Middle East and Adjoining Countries Strategy Working Group (MEAC-SWG[community.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__community.icann.org_pa…>) announced a call for public comment on the draft MEAC 2016-2019 strategy[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_public-2…>. Consisting of 48 members and 2 observers, the MEAC-SWG[community.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__community.icann.org_pa…> was formed in June 2016 to develop ICANN's regional engagement strategy. In developing the strategy, the MEAC-SWG followed the ICANN 2016-2020 strategic plan laid down in the ICANN bylaws, addressing the plan's five strategic objectives below in the region. * Evolve and further globalize ICANN; * Support a healthy, stable, and resilient unique identifier ecosystem; * Advance organizational, technological and operational excellence; * Promote ICANN's role and multistakeholder approach; * Develop and implement a global public interest framework bounded by ICANN's mission. The overall strategic objective is to "attract more active and engaged participants from the region to contribute to ICANN's policy development processes and to acquire leading roles within the ICANN community". The strategy has identified three main focus areas: * Support a Secure, Stable and Resilient DNS Infrastructure in the MEAC Region * Promote a Healthy and Competitive Domain Name Marketplace in the MEAC Region * Clarify ICANN's Role in an Evolving Internet Ecosystem through Engaging with the MEAC Community The draft MEAC 2016-2019 strategy can be found here[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_en_syste…> [PDF, 1 MB]. Comments are due by Friday 18 November at 23.59 UTC. Comments should be submitted via email to meac.swg(a)icann.org<mailto:meac.swg@icann.org>. Background In late 2012, ICANN consulted Internet community members in the Middle East on the need for a strategy that defines ICANN's engagement in the region. In early 2013, 22 community members from across the region came together to develop this new strategy. The group was called the Middle East Strategy Working Group (MESWG). The strategy document[community.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__community.icann.org_di…> went through a public comment period before it was finalized and ready to be implemented. In implementing the strategy, the MESWG suggested developing implementation plans on an annual basis, in close collaboration with ICANN staff. While the three-year mandate of the Middle East strategy concluded on 30 June 2016, ICANN staff, along with the MESWG, rolled-up their sleeves early on to evaluate the strategy and, at the same time, seek input from the regional Internet community on the need of continuing the strategy for another three years. After public consultation at ICANN55 in Marrakech (5-10 March 2016) and productive discussions over the MEAC ICANN mailing list, the community suggested the establishment of a Charter Drafting Group (CDG) that would define the work methods of the new MEAC-SWG. The CDG worked from mid-April until mid-May of 2016, and published their work[community.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__community.icann.org_pa…>. In mid-May 2016, a public call was announced, seeking members and observers to join a new MEAC-SWG. 50 community members responded to that call, with 48 joining as members and two as observers.

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ICANN News Alert -- Provide Input to the CCT Review Team at ICANN57
by ICANN At-Large Staff Oct. 28, 2016

Oct. 28, 2016

[ICANN][icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.icann.org_&d=DQMFaQ…> News Alert https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-2-2016-10-27-en[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> ________________________________ Provide Input to the CCT Review Team at ICANN57 27 October 2016 Provide Input to the CCT Review Team at ICANN57 The Competition, Consumer Trust, and Consumer Choice Review team (CCT-RT) is at a critical stage in its work. After 10 months of meetings and discussions, the group will soon begin to share its findings. The CCT-RT invites all stakeholders to join a community engagement session at ICANN57 in Hyderabad, India on Friday, November 4 from 09:00-10:30 IST (time conversion here[timeanddate.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.timeanddate.com_wor…>) in Hall 3 to share input on the Review Team's findings and help inform next steps. Session Agenda 1. CCT-RT Process update (09:00-09:05) 2. Take-away from surveys/studies (09:05-09:20) * Global Consumer Survey and Global Domain Name Registrant Survey (Nielsen) * Economic Analysis on New gTLD Program's Competition Effects (Analysis Group) * Interviews (AM Global) 3. CCT-RT narratives and high-level findings (09:20-10:00) * Competition & Consumer Choice followed by Q&A * Safeguards & Trust followed by Q&A * Application & Evaluation Process followed by Q&A 4. Work plan & timeline (10:00-10:05) 5. Open microphone (10:05-10:30) How can I participate? Join us[icann572016.sched.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__icann572016.sched.org_…> in-person on Friday, November 4 from 09:00 - 10:30 IST (time conversion here[timeanddate.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.timeanddate.com_wor…>) in Hall 3 or remotely via the Adobe Connect Room<https://participate.icann.org/hyd57-hall3> to voice your unique feedback. Audio transcripts of the session will be made available on the sessions detail page.[icann572016.sched.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__icann572016.sched.org_…> Suggestions can also be sent to the CCT-RT's dedicated mailing-list: input-to-cctrt(a)icann.org<mailto:input-to-cctrt@icann.org>, which is publicly archived. What is the focus of the CCT Review? The CCT Review is examining how the introduction or expansion of gTLDs has promoted competition, consumer trust and consumer choice in the domain name space. It is also examining the effectiveness of the application and evaluation procesess, as well as the safeguards put in place to mitigate issues involved in the introduction or expansion of gTLDs. What are Reviews? The CCT Review is a part of ICANN's "Specific Reviews." Specific Reviews are led by the global Internet community, and serve as a tool for the community to provide input into ICANN's processes. Specific Reviews look at past performance and current processes to make recommendations that will help ICANN improve future performance. The reviews take a fact-driven approach to measure progress and deliver a health-check that identifies recommendations for improvement. How can I find out additional information? * CCT-RT Wiki[community.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__community.icann.org_pa…> * Global Registrant Survey[newgtlds.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__newgtlds.icann.org_en_…> (Wave 2) * Global Consumer Research Survey[newgtlds.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__newgtlds.icann.org_en_…> (Wave 2) * New gTLDs and the Global South: Understanding Limited Global South Demand in the Most Recent New gTLD Round and Options Going Forward[community.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__community.icann.org_pa…> * Phase II Assessment of the Competitive Effects Associated with the New gTLD Program[newgtlds.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__newgtlds.icann.org_en_…> Note: The CCT-RT will be holding a two-day face-to-face meeting on 2-3 November. For details on how to listen in or join in-person, visit here[community.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__community.icann.org_pa…>.

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ICANN News Alert -- Root Stability Study Draft Report Available for Public Comment
by ICANN At-Large Staff Oct. 28, 2016

Oct. 28, 2016

[ICANN][icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.icann.org_&d=DQMFaQ…> News Alert https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-2016-10-27-en[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_news_ann…> ________________________________ Root Stability Study Draft Report Available for Public Comment 27 October 2016 LOS ANGELES - 27 October 2016 - The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) today published[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_en_syste…> [PDF, 2.74 MB] a draft report regarding the Continuous Data-Driven Analysis of Root Server System Stability (CDAR). The study examines the technical impact of the New gTLD Program on the security and stability of the root Domain Name System (DNS). Comment on the study[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_public-2…>. ICANN commissioned the CDAR study, which was conducted by independent research organization TNO and its consortium partners, SIDN and NLnet Labs. The findings will help the ICANN community determine if additional steps are required to safeguard the root zone's security and stability as more new gTLDs are delegated in the future. The ICANN Board of Directors adopted Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC) recommendation to: * Study the effects of the New gTLD Program on the operations of the DNS root system. * Postpone delegation of new gTLDs until it can be determined that the delegations in the current round have not jeopardized the root system's security or stability. Key Findings and Recommendations: The study did not find any evidence that the delegation of new gTLDs degraded the security and stability of the root DNS system. In the New gTLD Program, the rate of delegation has been kept at a gradual rate to ensure that timely mitigation actions can be taken in case signs of degradation are observed. The study's authors advise that the rate of new gTLD delegations remain gradual. They also recommended continuous monitoring of a set of risk parameters, most importantly the volume of DNS queries across all root servers, and the increase in the amount of processing required of root name servers, which would reduce traffic handling capacity of the servers. Representatives from the CDAR research consortium will discuss[icann572016.sched.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__icann572016.sched.org_…> the reported findings and solicit feedback during a session at ICANN57. New gTLD Program Reviews The CDAR study is part of a series of reviews[newgtlds.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__newgtlds.icann.org_en_…> assessing whether the objectives of the New gTLD Program are being met. The reviews are exploring a number of areas including the effects of the Program on competition, consumer trust and consumer choice; the effectiveness of the application and evaluation process, as well as the effectiveness of Rights Protection Mechanisms (RPMs) and other safeguards built in to the Program. About ICANN ICANN's mission is to help ensure a stable, secure and unified global Internet. To reach another person on the Internet, you have to type an address into your computer - a name or a number. That address has to be unique so computers know where to find each other. ICANN helps coordinate and support these unique identifiers across the world. ICANN was formed in 1998 as a not-for-profit public-benefit corporation and a community with participants from all over the world. ICANN and its community help keep the Internet secure, stable and interoperable. It also promotes competition and develops policy for the top-level of the Internet's naming system and facilitates the use of other unique Internet identifiers. For more information please visit: www.icann.org[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_&d=DQMFa…>.

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New Public Comment: Continuous Data-Driven Analysis of Root Server System Stability Draft Report
by ICANN At-Large Staff Oct. 28, 2016

Oct. 28, 2016

Dear All, This is to let you know that the Public Comment on the ‘Continuous Data-Driven Analysis of Root Server System Stability Draft Report’ has now gone live: https://www.icann.org/public-comments/cdar-draft-2016-10-27-en. Public comment will end on 22 December 2016 23:59 UTC. During this period, anyone can submit comment via comments-cdar-draft-27oct16(a)icann.org<mailto:comments-cdar-draft-27oct16@icann.org>. As an advisory committee of ICANN, the ALAC submits Statements on Public Comment and advises on policy matters related to the interest of Internet users worldwide. Not just limited to the 15 ALAC members, members from the wider At-Large community are welcome to draft a Statement on behalf of the ALAC. If you are interested in drafting an ALAC Statement on this Public Comment, kindly contact staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>. At-Large Staff will follow up and help you understand the procedure. Additionally, the wiki workspace for developing a potential ALAC Statement is here: https://community.icann.org/x/_YfDAw. All pertinent resources for this public comment can also be found there. Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Ariel Liang, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine, Terri Agnew and Yeşim Nazlar ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> 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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