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Meeting Invitation | Pre-ICANN87 GNSO Council Webinar | Thursday, 01 October 2026
by Terri Agnew Oct. 1, 2026

Oct. 1, 2026

Dear all, The Pre-ICANN87 GNSO Council Webinar is scheduled on Thursday, 01 October 2026 at 13:00 UTC for 60 minutes. Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92983839529?pwd=R0BcWsye1mbmk1uFXUbeN42WAt2jyP.1 Passcode:9gj@q?GLfL To join Audio: Webinar ID: 929 8383 9529 Passcode: 8666091466 International numbers available: https://icann.zoom.us/u/abQwxX7jW0 Before joining the call: Please be sure you have read the ICANN Expected Standards of Behavior<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.icann.org/resources/pages/expected-s…>, the ICANN Community Anti-Harassment Policy<https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/community-anti-harassment-policy-2017…>, and the ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/adopted-icann-community-partici…>. Visit the Wiki Agenda page: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQBXTQ Check your time zone: https://tinyurl.com/mutr8nsr * GNSO Council members are expected to join and will be promoted to panelists. * Questions will be taken from GNSO Council only. * Observers are welcome and will be in read-only and listen-only mode. Councilors should notify the GNSO Secretariat in advance if they will not be able to attend and/or need a dial out call, gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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REMINDER | Document and Motion deadline | Monday, 31 August 2026 at 23:59 UTC for GNSO Council Meeting 10 September 2026 at 05:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Sept. 28, 2026

Sept. 28, 2026

Dear all, Reports, motions, and documents for consideration are due no later than (NLT) 10 days in advance (i.e. Monday, 31 August 2026 at 23:59 UTC) for the GNSO Council Meeting on Thursday, 10 September 2026 at 05:00 UTC. Motions should be sent to the Council mailing list by a councilor and will then be posted on the Motions Wiki at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYBLJ Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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Reminder: Input welcome on GNSO Council agenda for 2026 meetings
by Terri Agnew Sept. 24, 2026

Sept. 24, 2026

Dear councilors, A reminder to all that a Google doc<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1FSNlAHTjbWAz…> is open for all to add their suggestions and comments to the upcoming GNSO Council meeting agendas. This does not have to be in the form of a full agenda item proposal, simple comments and questions are equally welcome! You are welcome to add to the document<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1FSNlAHTjbWAz…> via the comments feature. Thank you! Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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Action Items | GNSO Council meeting 13 August 2026
by Terri Agnew Sept. 14, 2026

Sept. 14, 2026

Dear Councilors, Please find the action items, as stated during the meeting, below arising from the GNSO Council meeting held on 13 August 2026. Please refer to the Action Item page<https://community.icann.org/display/gnsocouncilmeetings/Action+Items> for updates on item completion progress. Please take note of the action items coming out of the Council meeting and the proposed timing for delivering on these actions. Please refer to this page for the recent status updates on the Action items. Please note that actions for all councilors are highlighted below. Action Items of the GNSO Council Meeting 13 August 2026. Item 3: Council Discussion - DNS Abuse Mitigation PDP2 Draft Charter Update 3.1 - Introduction of Topic (Jennifer Chung, GNSO Council Vice-Chair) 3.2 - Council Discussion 3.3 - Next Steps Action Items: * Staff to circulate a doodle poll to the DNS Abuse Mitigation PDP 2 Charter drafting team * Charter drafting team to complete doodle poll by 19 August 2026 for weekly meetings beginning the week of 24 August 2026 * Councilors to convey any input to the Draft Charter Google doc<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kATwxWd2P0iPfb-e6hEWEUVkxMpN6FbC/edit?u…> or on Council list by 21 August 2026 * Staff to circulate a redline of the original PDP2 Draft Charter from the Final Issue Report Item 4: Review of GNSO Liaison to the GAC and Liaison Update 4.1 - Introduction of Topic (Susan Payne, GNSO Chair) 4.2 - Council Discussion 4.3 - Next Steps Action Items: * Councilors to review the GNSO Liaison to the GAC role description and responsibilities<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2024/draft/final-gnso-lia…> in preparation for the September Council discussion. * Staff/Leadership to circulate feedback from the GAC and/or GAC Secretariat on the liaison role when received. Item 5: Any other business 5.1 - ICANN87 planning and GNSO Draft schedule 5.2 - Farewell and thank you to outgoing ALAC Liaison to the GNSO Council: Justine Chew Action Items: * All Councilors to register for ICANN87 Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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Update on RrSG Educational Materials
by Hong-Fu(Tom) Meng Sept. 14, 2026

Sept. 14, 2026

Dear all, Please find attached the draft educational materials on registration data accuracy. I would like to invite your review and welcome any feedback or input on the content. Background & Context During our March 2026 GNSO Council meeting, the Registrar Stakeholder Group volunteered to develop educational materials in support of Recommendation 2 from the Council Accuracy Small Team: "The Council Accuracy Small Team recommends the creation of clear and user-friendly educational materials that could be provided before, during, and after domain name registration to assist registrants in understanding (i) the importance of providing and maintaining accurate registration data through the lifecycle of their domain name(s), (ii) how their personal data is processed and protected, and (iii) the consequences of providing inaccurate data or not verifying email/phone under the required timeline. " This attached document specifically aims to address the aspects highlighted in italics. Scope of Review Per guidance from Council leadership, our current focus is strictly on the substantive content of the material, the formatting and presentation details will be discussed at a later stage. Thank you in advance for your time and feedback. Best regards, Hong-Fu(Tom) Meng Hong-Fu(Tom) Meng / Net-Chinese Co., Ltd. & NETalent Co., Ltd. Phone: +886-225311416 E-mail: hfmeng(a)net-chinese.com.tw CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This electronic message and any attachments may be confidential. If you are not the intended recipient, please do not disclose the contents to anyone, and notify the sender by e-mail; delete the message and destroy all printed hard copies. Thank you for your cooperation. 孟紅福 / 網路中文資訊股份有限公司 & 網中智庫股份有限公司電話：(02)25311416 信箱：hfmeng(a)net-chinese.com.tw 地址：台北市中山北路二段46號2樓保密警語：本信件及附件內容可能為機密性資料，若您並非被指定之收信人或在任何原因未經授權的情形之下收到本信件，請勿揭曉本信件內容於任何人，並請告知原發信人，以及請從您的電腦刪除此信件和任何已列印的文件。謝謝您的合作。

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[Agenda Item #5] LD PDP Final Report
by Saewon Lee Aug. 31, 2026

Aug. 31, 2026

Sent on behalf of Christian Dawson, GNSO Council Liaison to LD PDP WG Dear Councilors, On behalf of Christian Dawson, GNSO Council Liaison to the LD PDP WG, Staff would like to share with you the LD PDP Final Report (please see the attached pdf file). This will be a ‘Council Discussion’ item (Item #5) during the upcoming September Meeting, in consideration of the Council’s action to take place next month at ICANN87. Kindly refer to the Meeting Agenda<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/OYA9J> for the 10 September 2026 Council Meeting at 05:00 UTC. Kind regards, Saewon Lee Saewon Lee Policy Development Support Manager for GNSO Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +1 (310) 463-5541 Email: saewon.lee(a)icann.org<mailto:saewon.lee@icann.org> Skype: saewon.lee.icann Website: www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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FYI | FW: [Ext] NEW: ICANN87 Prep Week Schedule Now Available
by Terri Agnew Aug. 31, 2026

Aug. 31, 2026

FYI [https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=20724ff1-0155-41c2-aac3-dbe7429f06f2…] Monday, 31 August 2026 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=001feujTn4…> ICANN Expected Standards of Behavior [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning Statements of Interest [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> 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 ICANN87 · Register Now · CLOSES FRIDAY: ICANN87 Community Childcare Grants Program: Apply Now · NEW: ICANN87 Prep Week Schedule Now Available Information Sharing · NEW: ICANN Engagement with the Samson Cree Nation in Alberta, Canada · NEW: NextGen@ICANN Mentor Nominations · NEW: NextGen@ICANN Selection Committee Nominations · NEW: Call for Applications: NextGen@ICANN88 2026 Round · ICANN Extends Deadline for Expressions of Interest: 2026 Round Independent Objectors Webinars · NEXT WEEK: DNS Abuse Mitigation PDP1 Webinar 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · CLOSES FRIDAY: ICANN Request for Proposal: Event Sponsorship Management · NEXT WEEK: ICANN Request for Proposal: Governance, Risk, and Compliance Solution · Stay Connected! Join the IG Network mailing lists · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Public Comment · NEW: PUBLIC COMMENT SUMMARY REPORT: Review of Reviews Draft Report · NEW: PUBLIC COMMENT SUMMARY REPORT: Additional Reference Label Generation Rules · and Related Updates · Initial Report of the TSG on gTLD Integrations with Alternative Naming Systems · DNS Abuse Mitigation PDP 1 Initial Report Events · These events occur in August and September 2026. ICANN87 REGISTER NOW [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> CLOSES FRIDAY: ICANN87 Community Childcare Grants Program: Apply Now ICANN is opening the application round for its Community Childcare Grants Program for ICANN87 in Bali, Indonesia. The program facilitates the in-person participation of community members with children who are 12 years old or younger at ICANN Public Meetings and eligible ICANN events. Deadline: Friday, 4 September 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> NEW: ICANN87 Prep Week Schedule Now Available ICANN87 Prep Week will be held from Monday, 5 October 2026 to Wednesday, 7 October 2026. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Engagement with the Samson Cree Nation in Alberta, Canada Being welcomed into the community gave our team an opportunity to share information about ICANN and how the Internet's unique identifier systems work, while also listening to the community and learning more about its priorities and perspectives. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> NEW: NextGen@ICANN Mentor Nominations The NextGen@ICANN Program is seeking nominations for three (3) positions in the 2027 Mentor Program. These mentors will guide the NextGen participants through the mentorship process during the ICANN88-90 meetings. ICANN will provide travel funding for the appointed mentors to attend these meetings. Each Supporting Organization (SO) and Advisory Committee (AC) is invited to nominate one individual for a total of three spots. Nominations can include program alumni, and we encourage the selection of active community members who are passionate about mentoring students. SOs and ACs can also choose to renominate previous mentors. Please note that individual self-nominations will not be accepted. All nominations must be submitted by Monday, 9 November 2026 to Fernanda Iunes at fernanda.iunes(a)icann.org [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…>. If we receive nominations from more than three SOs/ACs, they will be accepted on a first come, first served basis, but ICANN org will prioritize groups that have not had mentors in the past. NEW: NextGen@ICANN Selection Committee Nominations The NextGen@ICANN Program is seeking nominations to fill three (3) positions on the Selection Committee. Each SO/AC is invited to nominate one representative to serve on this committee for a total of three slots; please note that individual self-nominations will not be accepted. SOs and ACs can choose to renominate previous Selection Committee members. NextGen@ICANN Selection Committee members will serve a two-year term starting with applications for ICANN89 at the beginning of 2027. The Selection Committee reviews all applications submitted through the online system and determines which applicants meet the posted selection criteria. Each committee member is expected to commit about 30 hours over four to five weeks for each application round. Interested community groups should select their respective NextGen@ICANN Selection Committee volunteers by Monday, 9 November 2026, and notify Fernanda Iunes at fernanda.iunes(a)icann.org<mailto:fernanda.iunes@icann.org>. If we receive nominations from more than three SOs/ACs, they will be accepted on a first come, first served basis, but ICANN org will prioritize groups that have not had Selection Committee members in the past. NEW: Call for Applications: NextGen@ICANN88 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the European region who are interested in the future of the Internet and participating in the Public Meeting. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> 2026 Round ICANN Extends Deadline for Expressions of Interest: 2026 Round Independent Objectors The application window will remain open until all roles have been filled. ICANN will actively review submissions, conduct interviews, and begin to contract with selected candidates while the window is open and highly recommends that interested providers not wait to apply. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> Webinars NEXT WEEK: DNS Abuse Mitigation PDP1 Webinar Date: 8 September at 12:30 UTC for 45 minutes The objective is to present the PDP1 recommendations and initial report to the broader community and give a chance to ask questions before/during/after submitting public comment. Register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> Action Items CLOSES FRIDAY: ICANN Request for Proposal: Event Sponsorship Management The selected agency will support ICANN in the planning, development, execution, and evaluation of sponsorship activities for ICANN Public Meetings and related events. Deadline: 4 September 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> NEXT WEEK: ICANN Request for Proposal: Governance, Risk, and Compliance Solution The objective of this project is to obtain a scalable, integrated GRC platform that advances the maturity of ICANN's governance, risk, and compliance capabilities. Deadline: 11 September 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> Stay Connected! Join the IG Network mailing lists Don't miss out on the conversations- Sign up for ICANN's IG network mailing lists today! IGF Mailing List [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> ITU-PP26 Mailing List [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers ICANNWiki is seeking volunteers to assist with creating and editing articles and content for the site. 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Public Comment NEW: PUBLIC COMMENT SUMMARY REPORT: Review of Reviews Draft Report [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> NEW: PUBLIC COMMENT SUMMARY REPORT: Additional Reference Label Generation Rules [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> and Related Updates [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> Initial Report of the TSG on gTLD Integrations with Alternative Naming Systems [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 10 August 2026 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 21 September 2026 DNS Abuse Mitigation PDP 1 Initial Report [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…> Submissions Opening Date: Tuesday, 18 August 2026 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 28 September 2026 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001feujTn4…>. 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LAST REMINDER | Document and Motion deadline | Monday, 31 August 2026 at 23:59 UTC for GNSO Council Meeting 10 September 2026 at 05:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Aug. 31, 2026

Aug. 31, 2026

Dear all, Reports, motions, and documents for consideration are due no later than (NLT) 10 days in advance (i.e. Monday, 31 August 2026 at 23:59 UTC) for the GNSO Council Meeting on Thursday, 10 September 2026 at 05:00 UTC. Motions should be sent to the Council mailing list by a councilor and will then be posted on the Motions Wiki at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYBLJ Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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[Council] Consent agenda for the September meeting - Motion to Approve the 2026 Customer Standing Committee (CSC) Slate of Members and Liaisons
by Akinremi Peter Taiwo Aug. 28, 2026

Aug. 28, 2026

Dear All, Please find attached the consent agenda for the September meeting - Motion to Approve the 2026 Customer Standing Committee (CSC) Slate of Members and Liaisons Please note that the consent agenda does not require a second. -- Best regards *Taiwo Peter Akinremi* ------ ------ ------- ------ ------ ------- ------ ------ ------- ------ ------ ------- ------ ------ *Phd Candidate | Principal & Executive Consultant, CSN* *Email:* compsoftnet(a)gmail.com, p-taiwo(a)compsoftnet.com.ng <peterexecute(a)gmail.com> ___________________________________________

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FYI | FW: [Ext] NEW: ICANN 2026 Round Applicant Support Program Closes on a High Note
by Terri Agnew Aug. 27, 2026

Aug. 27, 2026

FYI [https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=93d372b4-36e3-4b79-875f-34868e098b4c…] Thursday, 27 August 2026 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=0013TssK08…> 2026 Round Applicant Guidebook [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013TssK08…> 2026 Round Vendor Sourcing Timeline [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013TssK08…> 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 ICANN87 · Register Now · ICANN87 Community Childcare Grants Program: Apply Now Information Sharing · NEW: ICANN Public Data Webpage Update 2026 Round · NEW: ICANN 2026 Round Applicant Support Program Closes on a High Note · Important Update: ICANN Adjusts Evaluation Fee Payment Timeline for 2026 Round Applicants · ICANN Extends Deadline for Expressions of Interest: 2026 Round Independent Objectors Webinars · DNS Abuse Mitigation PDP1 Webinar 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · ICANN Request for Proposal: Event Sponsorship Management · ICANN Request for Proposal: Governance, Risk, and Compliance Solution · Call for Participation: Input Group: Law Enforcement Agency Authentication Mechanisms · Stay Connected! Join the IG Network mailing lists · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Public Comment · Initial Report of the TSG on gTLD Integrations with Alternative Naming Systems · DNS Abuse Mitigation PDP 1 Initial Report Events · These events occur in August 2026. ICANN87 REGISTER NOW [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013TssK08…> ICANN87 Community Childcare Grants Program: Apply Now ICANN is opening the application round for its Community Childcare Grants Program for ICANN87 in Bali, Indonesia. The program facilitates the in-person participation of community members with children who are 12 years old or younger at ICANN Public Meetings and eligible ICANN events. Deadline: Friday, 4 September 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013TssK08…> Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Public Data Webpage Update Users who currently rely on the ODP must begin using the new webpage and update their processes before 31 August. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013TssK08…> 2026 Round NEW: ICANN 2026 Round Applicant Support Program Closes on a High Note At the close of the ASP application window on 19 December 2025, 78 ASP applications had been received from across five global regions. Of those, 56 qualified for support. Take a closer look at program statistics here. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013TssK08…> Important Update: ICANN Adjusts Evaluation Fee Payment Timeline for 2026 Round Applicants ICANN has made an adjustment to the generic top-level domain (gTLD) evaluation fee payment timeline for New gTLD Program: 2026 Round applicants. This adjustment ensures that for applicants that receive an invoice after the close of the application submission window (23:59 UTC on 12 August 2026), there are seven days between when the invoice is sent and when ICANN must receive payment. ICANN must receive the full gTLD evaluation fee by whichever date is later: 23:59 UTC on 19 August 2026 OR 23:59 UTC on the date that is seven days after the invoice was sent. (For example, for an invoice sent on 14 August 2026, payment must be received by 23:59 UTC on 21 August 2026.) Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013TssK08…> ICANN Extends Deadline for Expressions of Interest: 2026 Round Independent Objectors The application window will remain open until all roles have been filled. ICANN will actively review submissions, conduct interviews, and begin to contract with selected candidates while the window is open and highly recommends that interested providers not wait to apply. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013TssK08…> Webinars DNS Abuse Mitigation PDP1 Webinar Date: 8 September at 12:30 UTC for 45 minutes The objective is to present the PDP1 recommendations and initial report to the broader community and give a chance to ask questions before/during/after submitting public comment. Register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013TssK08…> Action Items ICANN Request for Proposal: Event Sponsorship Management The selected agency will support ICANN in the planning, development, execution, and evaluation of sponsorship activities for ICANN Public Meetings and related events. Deadline: 4 September 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013TssK08…> ICANN Request for Proposal: Governance, Risk, and Compliance Solution The objective of this project is to obtain a scalable, integrated GRC platform that advances the maturity of ICANN's governance, risk, and compliance capabilities. Deadline: 11 September 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013TssK08…> Stay Connected! Join the IG Network mailing lists Don't miss out on the conversations- Sign up for ICANN's IG network mailing lists today! 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