+1 to the lack of current real relevance of the topic to the space.
Best
Hadia
From: farzaneh badii via Middle-East <middle-east@icann.org>
Sent: 30 September 2025 08:41
To: Abdalmonem Galila <atharwat@tra.gov.eg>
Cc: Middle East ICANN <middle-east@icann.org>
Subject: [External] [ME ICANN] Re: ICANN84 Statement – Focus Proposal on Emerging Technologies
Hi Abdalmonem,
The honest truth is that there is limited public evidence that AI is being deployed at scale in DNS abuse mitigation across the Middle East. So are we going to talk about hypotheticals? are we
bringing experts to guess? I think this space should be about discussing concrete real-life issues for domain name registrants and DNS space in the Middle East. What are people grappling with when dealing with DNS (whatever falls within ICANN). Can we also
have a meeting on the record to discuss rechartering this space etc?
Farzaneh
On Mon, Sep 29, 2025 at 8:29 PM Abdalmonem Galila via Middle-East <middle-east@icann.org> wrote:
Dear Colleagues,
I hope this message finds you well.
Thank you once again for your valuable time and commitment to contributing to the ICANN84 statement on “Emerging Technologies and the Role of RIRs.” Your willingness to support this effort is greatly appreciated.
Following extensive discussions and research, we’ve noted that the topic of emerging technologies covers a broad range of areas—such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and others. While all of these are significant, many fall outside the direct scope of ICANN’s mission.
To ensure our efforts are both impactful and aligned with ICANN’s remit, we propose narrowing our focus to one emerging technology that intersects meaningfully with ICANN’s responsibilities.
This will serve as a solid starting point for raising awareness and, subsequently, developing a well-informed statement and recommendations.
As a potential starting point, we would like to suggest the topic:
“Harnessing AI to Strengthen DNS Abuse Mitigation”
— a subject we believe aligns well with ICANN’s scope while reflecting the growing importance of emerging technologies.Should you have any questions, concerns, , please feel free to reach out at your convenience.
Wishing you a pleasant day ahead.
Warm regards,
ME-Space Co-Chairs.
Thanks a lot.
All the Best,
Abdalmonem Galila
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