Dear Ferzaneh,

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As AI continues to advance rapidly across all sectors worldwide—well beyond applications such as ChatGPT and big data—it may be valuable for us to consider, within ICANN’s scope, how artificial intelligence can proactively detect, prevent, and mitigate DNS abuse, thereby contributing to a safer and more resilient internet.

Inviting experts to share their insights on this topic could enrich our discussion and support the development of meaningful recommendations for the ME Space.

Please feel free to let me know if you have any thoughts or concerns. I remain at your disposal for any clarification.

With best regards,

Thanks a lot.

All the Best,

Abdalmonem Galila

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From: farzaneh badii <farzaneh.badii@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 8:41 AM
To: Abdalmonem Galila <atharwat@tra.gov.eg>
Cc: Middle East ICANN <middle-east@icann.org>
Subject: [External] Re: [ME ICANN] 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

Director , Numbering Affairs,

Market Governance Sector.

EX : MCIT , IBM, Java Innovations

National Telecommunication Regulatory Authority

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