September 2011 - Bc-gnso - lists.icann.org

ALERTS from the Secretariat: Supporting New gTLD Applicants, Including Those From Developing Economies
by Benedetta Rossi 20 Sep '11

20 Sep '11

http://www.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-3-19sep11-en.htm Supporting New gTLD Applicants, Including Those From Developing Economies 19 September 2011 This program seeks to facilitate partnerships with those seeking assistance in launching a new gTLD with those in the community able and eager to provide assistance. These partnerships can play an important role in achieving a new gTLD Program goal of increasing global diversity and participation in the Domain Name System. ICANN is launching a program where established organizations can apply to operate a generic top-level domain (gTLD) of their choosing. Operating a gTLD is a technology based service comprised of many requirements and expenses, e.g., acquiring equipment, establishing operations, hiring and training staff and providing customer service. Some entities planning to apply for and operate a TLD may seek technical or financial information or assistance to facilitate establishment of a new registry. The ICANN community is rich with talented, experienced and resourced participants who may be interested in helping others who seek such assistance. ICANN is seeking to facilitate cooperation among those entities seeking to establish a gTLD registry that serves the public interest and those entities willing and able to provide assistance to those entities. This page is intended to establish connections across both types of organizations by providing a “landing” page, where entities can state whether they are seeking or able to provide assistance. The page will contain contact information so that parties may contact one another. While applicants from developing countries are encouraged to participate, no applicants will be disqualified from participating based on location.The Internet community is strongly urged to pass this information along to interested parties.Program InformationFor new gTLD applicants, including those from developing economies, who seek assistance to set up a new gTLD registry, this page can provide a connection to organizations interested in providing such assistance.Here you will find links to two work spaces:1. New gTLD applicants seeking assistance in meeting the requirements of the new gTLD program. 2. Organizations interested in assisting applicants with pro bono work, in-kind support or grants. Note: This page is not intended to market third party consulting services nor future gTLD applicants or extensions. The lists of participants are composed through a self-electing process and are not validated nor endorsed by ICANN. ICANN provides no warranties and takes no responsibility for the quality, legitimacy, or connection between the parties.Examples of the types of non-financial support organizations can provide include: New gTLD Program application writing and application processLogistical assistanceTechnical helpLegal and filing supportRegistry back-end servicesInfrastructure or advice for providing IPv6 compatibility; IPV6 compatible hardware/networksDNS servicesIDN implementation supportDNSSEC consultingTranslationsTraining – in areas like building a sustainability plan, marketing, and operations.Organizations offering to provide assistance should give a specific description of the kind of support offered so as to better inform candidates as to the types of assistance available.Organizations participating in this space have the responsibility to keep all the information up to date and can request update via e-mail to candidate-support(a)icann.org. If a party wants to withdraw the name from website, needs to formally request via email to candidate-support(a)icann.org.This initiative is part of the Applicant Support Program that is currently under development. More details will be available soon.As the launch of the New gTLD Program is scheduled for January 2012, organizations that wish to be part of this Directory should submit information as soon as possible. Important: The Applicant Support listings are a free community service facilitated by ICANN. ICANN does not control the content or third party site links in any listing and does not endorse or support any organization listed. Listing information may not be current or up to date. We encourage all users to exercise care when dealing with any listed organization. Please check our FAQs for more details about the directory. You may report any suspicious listing or behavior to candidate-support(a)icann.org.A complete list of terms and conditions may be found on the Directory Submission FormEnroll now as one of the following: Applicant seeking pro bono assistance Provider of pro bono assistanceFor the Applicant Support Directory go here.For information about the New gTLD Program, go here Kindest Regards, Benedetta Rossi BC Secretariat

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ALERTS from the Secretariat: ICANN Launches New Online Information Center for New Generic Top-Level Domains
by Benedetta Rossi 20 Sep '11

20 Sep '11

http://www.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-2-19sep11-en.htm ICANN Launches New Online Information Center for New Generic Top-Level Domains19 September 2011ICANN has just launched a new "micro-site" as the online home for information about the New Generic Top-Level Domain (New gTLDs) Program.You can access the site from a button on the home page of ICANN.ORG, or go directly to http://newgtlds.icann.org/.Resources for EveryoneThe micro-site is designed to help everyone interested in new gTLDs, regardless of their level of knowledge.· Unfamiliar with ICANN and domain names?You can find basic material under the "About" tab.· Wondering whether your organization should apply to operate a new gTLD?You will find helpful information under the "Applicants" tab. It offers a wide range of educational materials, including interviews with CEOs of current Internet registries about what you’ll need to know, and presentations on how to complete the application form.· Seeking financial or in-kind assistance?Potential applicants, including those in developing economies, can learn about financial and non-financial assistance through the Applicant Support Program.· What is the status of your gTLD application?Beginning in January 2012, you can track the progress of your application under the "Program Status" tab. This is where all new gTLDs that have been applied for will be publicly posted.· Are you a journalist? Or just looking for the latest news?Check out the "Announcements & Media" to see the latest new gTLD-related developments, and learn about upcoming events.If you intend to apply for a new gTLD, the Applicant Guidebook and access to the TLD Application System (TAS) are available from any page on the micro-site.This is just the beginning! Much more information and online tools are just a click away at http://newgtlds.icann.org/.Multilingual CommitmentThe new site is not solely for English speakers. Many new gTLD-related resources are available in other languages, including Fact Sheets and presentations, with many more translations coming.All important program materials will continue to be posted in six UN languages.Applicant Support ProgramSeeking to ensure that the New gTLD Program is inclusive and accessible to all parts of the world, the ICANN community has created a sustainable approach to providing support to applicants, particularly those from developing economies as they apply for and operate new gTLDs. The Applicant Support Program will provide financial and non-financial support to qualified applicants registered or residing in developing countries, and potentially to others.Raising Global AwarenessICANN is in the midst of a major campaign to raise awareness around the world about the impact and possibilities of new gTLDs. The new site represents a foundational expression of the campaign. Many more new articles, tools, and materials will be made available in the coming days and weeks. To stay abreast of the latest developments related to new gTLDs, from now on, your most up-to-date, authoritative, and comprehensive resource is http://newgtlds.icann.org/. Kindest Regards, Benedetta Rossi BC Secretariat

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ALERTS from the Secretariat: WHOIS Policy Review Team Meeting: 20-21 September 2011 Marina del Rey
by Benedetta Rossi 20 Sep '11

20 Sep '11

http://www.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-19sep11-en.htm WHOIS Policy Review Team Meeting: 20-21 September 2011 Marina del Rey19 September 2011With a view to issuing a draft final report by the ICANN Dakar meeting, the WHOIS Policy Review Team will hold a two-day face-to-face meeting in Marina del Rey (Los Angeles) on 20-21 September 2011. Silent observers are more than welcome to remotely attend this session. Comments, however, will not be taken and should be submitted during the next WHOIS Review Team’s Interaction with the Community session that will be held in Dakar on Wednesday, 26 October (foreseen timeslot: 14:30-16:00). For the Marina del Rey meeting details, please refer to the following wiki page: https://community.icann.org/display/whoisreview/Marina+del+Rey+MeetingThe Review Team also invites the Community to visit its public wiki for more information on its activities: https://community.icann.org/display/whoisreview/WHOIS+Policy+Review+TeamBac… WHOIS Policy Review Team was launched in October 2010 in line with the Affirmation of Commitments (AoC) provisions, section 9.3.1, which stipulates that:"ICANN additionally commits to enforcing its existing policy relating to WHOIS, subject to applicable laws. Such existing policy requires that ICANN implement measures to maintain timely, unrestricted and public access to accurate and complete WHOIS information, including registrant, technical, billing, and administrative contact information. […]. The WHOIS Policy Review Team is composed of ten SO/AC representatives, two independent experts, one Law Enforcement representative, the ICANN President and CEO (Selector)’s designated nominee, and the Chair of the GAC (Selector)’s designated nominee. For full reference, please consult :http://www.icann.org/en/reviews/affirmation/composition-4-en.htm.In March 2011, the WHOIS Policy RT submitted its scope of work and roadmap, outreach plan, action plan and list of key definitions for public comment http://www.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-04mar11-en.htm. It then solicited the Community’s feedback on its Discussion Paper [PDF, 182 KB] in June 2011 – http://www.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-09jun11-en.htm – and issued a Request for Proposals for a WHOIS Consumer Trust Research in July 2011. Kind regards, Benedetta RossiBC Secretariat

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ALERT: New gTLD Applicant Guidebook 2011 Sept 19/announcement
by Marilyn Cade 19 Sep '11

19 Sep '11

Folks, it is after hours in France, so I am posting this. Just to call it to your attention. http://newgtlds.icann.org/announcements-and-media/latest http://www.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-4-19sep11-en.htm There is a video from ICANN that is the 'general pr' approach. it is worth watching. it is intended to be awarness for general public.

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ICANN and Ethics
by Phil Corwin 19 Sep '11

19 Sep '11

FYI, I have just published a rather lengthy opinion piece title "ICANN and Ethics" at CircleID.com -- http://www.circleid.com/posts/icann_and_ethics/ I began working on this shortly after last month's Washington Post "revolving door" story, and it has been through multiple edits. The article notes that the views expressed therein are solely my own and not those of any client, including ICA. The piece is very careful not to allege that anyone associated with ICANN has acted in an unethical manner. However, it does take the position that the business community generally benefits from its multi-stakeholder model rather than a governmental regulator under UN auspices; that ethical questions about ICANN threaten its independence and perhaps even survival in a period of multiple major challenges; that its present ethics policy is narrow and outdated; and that the Board should proactively undertake an initiative to update and improve its ethics policies. In passing, I also note that many parties beyond "contracted parties" now have an interest in ICANN policy decisions that can raise ethical questions. When I wrote the piece I was aware that NTIA was looking at baking ethics provisions into the IANA contract renewal. Since then the EC papers have become available, which also propose stringent (and somewhat misguided) ethics rules. I welcome BC member feedback on the article and the overall issue. Thanks in advance. Philip S. Corwin, Founding Principal Virtualaw LLC 1155 F Street, NW Suite 1050 Washington, DC 20004 202-559-8597/Direct 202-559-8750/Fax 202-255-6172/cell "Luck is the residue of design" -- Branch Rickey

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RE: [bc-gnso] Fw: [council] Fwd: GAC advice: 1) possible UDRP 2) the IOC and Red Cross/Red Crescent
by john＠crediblecontext.com 19 Sep '11

19 Sep '11

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Fw: [council] Fwd: GAC advice: 1) possible UDRP 2) the IOC and Red Cross/Red Crescent
by Zahid Jamil 19 Sep '11

19 Sep '11

Sincerely, Zahid Jamil Barrister-at-law Jamil & Jamil Barristers-at-law 219-221 Central Hotel Annexe Merewether Road, Karachi. Pakistan Cell: +923008238230 Tel: +92 21 5680760 / 5685276 / 5655025 Fax: +92 21 5655026 www.jamilandjamil.com *** This Message Has Been Sent Using BlackBerry Internet Service from Mobilink *** -----Original Message----- From: Stéphane Van Gelder <stephane.vangelder(a)indom.com> Sender: owner-council(a)gnso.icann.org Date: Sun, 18 Sep 2011 03:45:09 To: GNSO Council List<council(a)gnso.icann.org> Subject: [council] Fwd: GAC advice: 1) possible UDRP 2) the IOC and Red Cross/Red Crescent With the attachments. Thanks Wendy for pointing out they were missing. Stéphane Début du message réexpédié : > De : <Heather.Dryden(a)ic.gc.ca> > Objet : GAC advice: 1) possible UDRP 2) the IOC and Red Cross/Red Crescent > Date : 18 septembre 2011 00:05:39 HAEC > À : <stephane.vangelder(a)indom.com> > Cc : <gnso.secretariat(a)gnso.icann.org>, <jamie.hedlund(a)icann.org>, <LIM_Choon_Sai(a)ida.gov.sg>, <alice(a)apc.org>, <maria.hall(a)enterprise.ministry.se>, <icann-board(a)icann.org> > > Dear Stéphane, > Please find the attached GAC advice: > > - GAC statement on a possible UDRP PDP > - GAC proposal re IOC and Red Cross protection at the second level > > I would be grateful if the attached material could be circulated to the GNSO Constituency Chairs, to be assured that all of the constituencies have the material before the September 22 GNSO call. > > The Board is also copied on this correspondence. > > All the best, > Heather > > Ms. Heather Dryden > GAC Chair > > >

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Rod Beckstrom explains his departure
by Mike O'Connor 19 Sep '11

19 Sep '11

here's a blog post that introduces a 15 minute video of Rod Beckstrom explaining his decision to leave ICANN, the current state of the organization vis a vis new gTLDs and etc. http://domainincite.com/watch-icanns-president-explain-his-departure/ mikey - - - - - - - - - phone 651-647-6109 fax 866-280-2356 web http://www.haven2.com handle OConnorStP (ID for public places like Twitter, Facebook, Google, etc.)

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ALERTS from the Secretariat: gTLD WHOIS Privacy and Proxy Relay and Reveal Survey Now Live
by Benedetta Rossi 19 Sep '11

19 Sep '11

gTLD WHOIS Privacy and Proxy Relay and Reveal Survey Now Liveby Liz Gasster http://blog.icann.org/2011/09/gtld-whois-privacy-and-proxy-relay-and-reveal… As part of a broader examination of gTLD WHOIS, ICANN’s Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) Council is seeking to gain further insight into the origination and handling of "relay" and "reveal" requests. A relay request is a request to forward a message to the registrant of a domain registered using a privacy service. A reveal request is a request to reveal the identity of the licensee of a domain registered using a proxy service. ICANN is seeking input from providers of privacy and proxy registration, from those who interact or communicate with privacy and proxy providers (in particular those who make relay and reveal requests), from registrars, and from other interested parties. The objective is that any potential future policy-making and any efforts to develop or support standardized procedures, tools, formats, etc., be based on data that accurately and broadly represent the experiences of those who use these aspects of the WHOIS system. By taking a brief survey, you can help lay the foundation for significant future studies. The survey is intended: • To gauge the feasibility of an in-depth study of relay and reveal requests, • To assess the willingness and ability of request originators, privacy/proxy providers, registrars and other interested parties to participate in and provide data to an in-depth study, • To identify factors that would promote or inhibit participation in an in-depth study, and • To offer individuals and organizations who may be willing to participate an opportunity to identify themselves. Participating in this survey is an opportunity for your voice to be heard and for your practical needs to be considered in the design and conduct of potential future studies. The survey is available in English, French, Russian, Simplified Chinese and Spanish. The survey, together with additional background information, can be found at https://www.whois-survey.net The survey will run until at least 15 October 2011, however we do encourage interested parties to respond as early as possible. For additional information, contact info(a)whois-survey.net Kindest Regards, Benedetta Rossi BC Secretariat

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RE: Wyden calls for ICANN Ethics Rules
by Marilyn Cade 18 Sep '11

18 Sep '11

Thanks to BC member, Phil Corwin, for posting the article below. I should have mentioned this in our discussion on our Members call. Ethical behavior/integrity @ and within ICANN is an increasingly important topic, and we will be discussing our BC views about how we deal with conflicts, as many of our members, or potential members may seek to act as a registry for their brand name, but primarlly retain their 'user' status. But, beyond our own safeguards, and firewalls, ICANN's Board, its staff, and its policy making processes may be significantly challenged. With appreciation for Phil forwarding this article, please read the BC transcript of the members recent call and start thinking about your own views about integrity and ethics within ICANN's various 'bodies' and for the Board. it is a tough topic but one we will take up with the Board in the CSG discussions in Dakar. To prepare for that, we have lots to consider, ourselves. Marilyn CadeBC Chair http://wyden.senate.gov/newsroom/press/release/?id=2e414e69-1250-4ca3-ae6b-… Press Release of Senator Wyden Wyden Calls for Ethics Rules to Prevent Revolving Door for Internet Domain Name Regulators Wednesday, September 14, 2011 Washington, D.C. – As the online community prepares for a massive expansion in potential domain names and the expiration of the contract with the non-profit, non-governmental organization responsible for domain name regulation, U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore) raised concerns about the potential for bias and unfair favoritism stemming from a revolving door between internet regulators and the multi-million dollar domain name industry they formerly regulated. In a letter to Acting Commerce Department Secretary Rebecca Blank and Assistant Secretary Lawrence Strickling – the administrator of the National Telecommunications and Information Agency (NTIA) – that is responsible for overseeing internet regulators. Wyden highlighted the need for ethics and transparency rules -- similar to that of Federal officials -- to be included in any contract with future domain name authorities known as an Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA). The contract with the Internet Corporation for Assigned Numbers Authority (ICANN) is set to expire on September 30. “As you know, any designated IANA is hugely important in regulating the multi-million dollar domain name industry,” Wyden said in the letter. “At the same time, because the IANA is not a branch of the federal government, its executive leadership is not subject to the same financial disclosure, ethics, or conflict of interest rules as executive leadership at federal agencies or in Congress.” “While I support the control of this system by NTIA, I also believe that any IANA employees ought to be made subject to the same ethics rules in place as NTIA employees. With the growth in importance of this authority, it is important to ensure that decisions are made impartially,” Wyden continued in the letter. Over the last decade, the selling of internet domain names has grown into a multi-million dollar industry and is poised to grow significantly as an expansion of potential domain name suffixes (ex: .com and .org) is implemented. However, ICANN – the non-profit that regulates these sales – is not a government agency and is not subject to the same ethics rules as other federal agencies. As news reports have indicated, a formerly high-ranking official at ICANN has left the organization and was immediately hired by one of the domain name companies regulated by ICANN. Wyden has raised concerns about the revolving door between the organization and the industry and called for strict ethics guidelines highlighting transparency at any future domain name regulator be worked into the upcoming contract negotiation. Click here to read the letter.

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