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Migrating CPWG mailing list thread to OFB mailing list
by mike palage.com April 10, 2026

April 10, 2026

Hello All. Per ALAC leadership, I am migrating the following thread from the CPWG mailing list, which was started after this week’s CPWG call. Others and I will likely create new threads, but I wanted this history to be preserved and to provide some background for those who are not subscribed to the CPWG mailing list. Looking forward to a constructive discussion on this important topic. Best regards, Michael <BEGIN CPWG THREAD> Dear All, I find the points raised particularly important from an end-user perspective, especially where structural dynamics within the DNS ecosystem may influence the effectiveness of efforts to address DNS Abuse. From the At-Large perspective, it is useful to recall that DNS Abuse is not only a technical or contractual compliance issue, but also one that directly affects user trust, safety, and confidence in the Internet. Where structural or market dynamics risk creating disincentives to act on abuse mitigation, there may be implications for the stability and accountability of the DNS as a global public resource. I also find the observations regarding vertical integration and potential imbalances in influence between different parts of the contracted parties ecosystem noteworthy. While these questions may extend beyond the narrow scope of DNS Abuse PDP 1, they appear relevant to the broader question of whether existing governance mechanisms adequately support timely and effective responses to systemic risks affecting end users. In that regard, it may be helpful to ensure that discussions taking place in fora such as OFBWG and the Review of Reviews CCG remain visible and accessible to the At-Large community, so that end-user considerations continue to inform any future structural or organizational review processes. Strengthening feedback loops between policy discussions and review mechanisms could help ensure that emerging risks are identified early and addressed in a holistic manner. Ultimately, maintaining confidence in the multistakeholder model requires that all stakeholder groups, including end users, are able to meaningfully contribute to discussions where structural or economic factors may affect policy outcomes related to DNS Abuse. I therefore support the suggestion that we consider how best to channel this discussion into the appropriate fora while ensuring continuity of the issues raised here, particularly where they may have longer-term implications for end-user protection and trust in the DNS. Kind regards, Daniel Nanghaka Daniel Khauka. ICT & Digital Transformation Consultant | Knowledge Management & Innovation Specialist | Governance & Development Advisor Mobile +256 772 898298<tel:+256772898298> (Uganda) ----------------------------------------- "Working for Africa" ----------------------------------------- On Fri, 10 Apr 2026 at 17:33, Murray McKercher via CPWG <cpwg(a)icann.org<mailto:cpwg@icann.org>> wrote: Hello all, as per Alan's comment, I think the red flag has in fact been raised. I am also interested in this topic. Perhaps I can ask Alan and/or staff to suggest where this online discussion should take place. Best regards, Murray McKercher On Thu, Apr 9, 2026 at 11:47 PM Gbemisola Esho via CPWG <cpwg(a)icann.org<mailto:cpwg@icann.org>> wrote: This thread is so engaging. For those unaware of the challenges raised, like me, I find it very enlightening. It would be really nice if the raised concerns are addressed holistically so the multistakeholder model can be preserved with power evenly distributed and stable. Thank you @Justine, Alan,Mike and Carlton On Thu, Apr 9, 2026 at 7:15 PM Justine Chew via CPWG <cpwg(a)icann.org<mailto:cpwg@icann.org>> wrote: Mike, Carlton - the answer to Mike's question on forum is OFBWG. The reason for that is because what I understand Mike is asking pertains to what Alan touched on. It is connected to either a Structural Review or an Organizational Review, the substance of which are being discussed by the Review of Reviews CCG. And OFBWG is the designated forum for RoR discussions. Alan - I too am pessimistic but won't rule it out at this point, although I imagine it will take a lot for us to get there. Kind regards, Justine --------- On Fri, 10 Apr 2026, 03:59 Alan Greenberg via CPWG, <cpwg(a)icann.org<mailto:cpwg@icann.org>> wrote: This is the kind of issue that a holistic review might have addressed. I have little hope it will be properly addressed in my lifetime... Whether it is worth waving a red flag anyway? Good question. Alan On Thu, Apr 9, 2026 at 3:17 PM Carlton Samuels via CPWG <cpwg(a)icann.org<mailto:cpwg@icann.org>> wrote: Might I ask if this is a kind of ‘right house, wrong room’ situation here? Or, deemed a distraction being not PDP framed? Given the substance of the issue, engaging the most policy-active and informed end-user representatives is not only appropriate but a necessary first step to any upstream action. Or, is mine a peculiar view of this group? Let us be clear. This group through the ALAC can direct an intervention on any matter whatsoever fitting the description of end user interest. It need not be packaged through the lens of a PDP. I could have missed it but I do believe the case is made the matter under discussion has some end user impact. If the objective is to advance this discussion meaningfully, redirecting purely for ticking the right “venue” box is not persuasive. Carlton ============================== Carlton A Samuels Mobile: 876-818-1799 Strategy, Process, Governance, Assessment & Turnaround ============================= On Thu, 9 Apr 2026 at 12:43, Claire Craig via CPWG <cpwg(a)icann.org<mailto:cpwg@icann.org>> wrote: Dear Mike Thanks for your feedback. I note that it has generated considerable discussion. The concerns raised regarding input by the registries and registrars is valid. This underscores the importance of consistently engaging with and providing feedback to the At-Large community through the CPWG, so that when the team speaks, we accurately reflect the positions of the ALAC/At-Large in advancing the interest of end users. That said, while the discussion is certainly valuable, as Justine noted, much of it extends beyond the scope of the DNS Abuse PDP 1. Thanks for initiating this conversation. CCC On Thu, 9 Apr 2026 at 08:44, Roberto Gaetano via CPWG <cpwg(a)icann.org<mailto:cpwg@icann.org>> wrote: Hi all Another bit of history. During the Vertical Integration WG - I co-chaired the WG - the issue of unbalancing the relative power between Registries and Registrars has been raised. The problem is that while Registries cannot have a preferential relationship with a Registrar, because if they provide strategic info to one Registrar they are obliged to distribute the same information to all ICANN accredited Registrars, the reverse is not true. The result is, in a vertically integrated Ry&Rar, that if the owner is the Registrar strategy can be developed in the Registry (their subsidiary) but being the Registrar the formal owner there is no obligation to diffuse anything. That only few people in the Vertical Integration WG have seen this coming, while the ICANN Board did not, is quite worrisome, whatever the reason for the underestimation. OTOH, it has taken years before some effects of this situation did surface - like the attempt (failed) to put PIR (.org) under the control of a Registrar. Cheers, Roberto On 09.04.2026, at 00:27, mike palage.com<http://palage.com/> via CPWG <cpwg(a)icann.org<mailto:cpwg@icann.org>> wrote: Alan, This is one of the reasons I have repeatedly been beating the drum about ICANN’s failure to undertake a comprehensive economic study of the unique identifiers that ICANN holds a monopoly over through the IANA function. On the issue of vertical integration, the ICANN Board acted unilaterally in approving the change and has never undertaken a proper economic or legal analysis of its decision. The listing/marketing fees that Registrars are imposing on Registry Operators are a silent tax on prospective TLD applicants that most do not fully appreciate. Reading between the lines of the CPH Summit session on "do not enrage the channel" basically discourages innovation at the Registry Level. Instead of applauding the ZERO instances of DNS abuse in fTLDs TLDs, most Registrars do not want to be bothered. They just want all Registries to be the same cookie-cutter business model. Anyone up for an economic fact-finding excursion? I know where the bodies are buried. I just need some help digging them up and documenting them. Best regards, Michael From: Alan Greenberg <greenberg.alan(a)gmail.com<mailto:greenberg.alan@gmail.com>> Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 4:19 PM To: mike palage.com<http://palage.com/><mike(a)palage.com<mailto:mike@palage.com>> Cc: ICANN At-Large Staff via CPWG <cpwg(a)icann.org<mailto:cpwg@icann.org>> Subject: Re: [CPWG] DNS Abuse PDP Sadly, I tend to agree with Mike. Eons ago when the GNSO Council was reorganized, one of the rationales for two SG (Rr and Ry) was that their interests were different. Vertical integration reduced that, but the overriding consideration that Registries do not want to go against their customers was and has been largely ignored. It takes something VERY important to Registries to disagree with Registrars. Generally, they either agree, or simply stay quiet. That results in a pretty impenetrable barrier. Alan On Wed, Apr 8, 2026 at 12:29 PM mike palage.com<http://palage.com/> via CPWG <cpwg(a)icann.org<mailto:cpwg@icann.org>> wrote: Hello Claire, I just wanted to document my Zoom intervention on today’s CPWG call here via the mailing list to hopefully spur additional discussion. Claire I will document my concerns here and in the CPWG mailing list. Louie Touton’s original General Counsel had a saying that ICANN’s mission is to protect competition, not individual competitors’ business models. All too often in ICANN’s current PDP, Registrars and Registrars flex their de facto veto authority at the GNSO to impede real, meaningful change. Why this is BAD for ICANN is that it demonstrates that certain aspects of ICANN’s multistakeholder model have been captured, thus leaving disenfranchised members to resort to national laws, see NIS2, Chinese Real Name Verification, India litigation, etc. Sadly, one can see the handwriting on the wall on how this PDP will end, and one needs to look no further back in history than the transfer PDP. The registrars will get almost everything they want, and ALAC will get some consolation footnote about addressing their concerns in future work. Registrars will be out in force in this PDP as they are the tip of the Abuse spear since most Registries have now gone thin. Registries will largely remain silent because they do not want to alienate their channel or incur higher listing/placement fees. In fact, the importance of Registries NOT upsetting their Registrar channel is a topic of an upcoming session at the ICANN Contractual Party Summit, see https://cpsummit2026.sched.com/event/2GbE1/how-to-engage-and-not-enrage-the… Thoughts? Comments? 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For OFBWG comment until 8 April 2026 | Draft ALAC statement on “Standard Bylaws Amendment - Transition Article on Specific Reviews”
by Justine Chew April 9, 2026

April 9, 2026

Dear all, The draft ALAC statement on “Standard Bylaws Amendment - Transition Article on Specific Reviews” <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OgDmhy6cTnyyPCVENaNqvTAkDf-28hxce_rLLcC…> is available for final community comments until Wednesday, 8 April 2026. The finalized version will be presented a last time at the OFBWG call on Thursday, 9 April 2026. Please comment directly in the DRAFT ALAC statement google doc, using the “comment” function. Our timetable: 1. Reviewer(s): Initial Bullet Point(s) presentation and rationale for discussion – OFB call of Thursday 26 March *DONE* 2. Presentation and discussion of First Draft - OFB call of Thursday 2 April *DONE* 3. Community: Comment on Draft Statement - Monday 6 Apr - Wednesday 8 April 4. Final Draft Presentation - Thursday 9 April 5. ALAC: Vote on Final Statement – Friday 10 April - Monday 13 April 6. Staff: Submission of ALAC Statement – Monday 13 April Thank you, Justine

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**REMINDER** Meeting invitation: At-Large Operations, Finance and Budget Working Group (OFB-WG) Call on Thursday, 09 April 2026 at 18:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff April 9, 2026

April 9, 2026

Dear All, The next At-Large Operations, Finance and Budget Working Group (OFB-WG) Call is scheduled for Thursday, 09 April 2026 at 18:00 UTC for 60 mins. For other time zones: HERE<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/1003683841/…> The agenda (to be updated) and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQDTOw [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQ…> Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92139943237?pwd=RR7XGoRSXgUGFm2K4QKyAFEp54AzQb.1 [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://icann.zoom.us/j/92139943237?pwd=RR7XGoR…> / Password: OFBC#12345 Real time transcription (RTT) available at (subject to availability): https://www.streamtext.net/player?event=ICANN [streamtext.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.streamtext.net/player?event=ICANN__…> Wiki Workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/koTsBw Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org/> _______________________________________________ OFB-WG mailing list -- ofb-wg(a)icann.org To unsubscribe send an email to ofb-wg-leave(a)icann.org _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos) You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on.

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ICANN published the Public Comment Summary Report for the draft ICANN FY27–31 Operating & Financial Plan, the draft ICANN FY27 Operating Plan and Budget, and the draft IANA FY27 Operating Plan and Budget
by Silvia Vivanco April 7, 2026

April 7, 2026

Dear OFB WG members, Kindly see the announcement below: ************** Dear Community-Finance Mailing List: ICANN published the Public Comment Summary Report for the draft ICANN FY27–31 Operating & Financial Plan, the draft ICANN FY27 Operating Plan and Budget, and the draft IANA FY27 Operating Plan and Budget. The proceeding ran from 16 December 2025 to 12 February 2026. The report has been published on the Public Comment Proceeding page. ICANN plans to publish the Proposed for Adoption ICANN FY27–31 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN FY27 Operating Plan and Budget, and the IANA FY27 Operating Plan and Budget documents on the Public Comment Proceeding page on 22 April 2026 so the community has an opportunity to review the documents before the Board takes decision in early May 2026. Additionally, ICANN will then host an informational webinar on 23 April 15:00-16:00 UTC to present the community's input and the updated plans. The webinar will be recorded, and the recording will be posted on the ICANN Finance and Planning Community Group Workspace. ICANN encourages the community to register to attend this webinar. The registration link is provided below. ICANN thanks all stakeholders who contributed to the submission of comments during this public comment proceeding. Your participation in ICANN's planning process is critical to continuously enhance ICANN's accountability and transparency. Webinar Registration Link: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/pg6fw1i7…<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/pg6fw1i7Q…>*/registration__;Iw!!PtGJab4!_SUSTwYqKrWwOS4ncCXHJmvV2fkzvW1lL20EoJhOJCzG668YGd_Nm33tBAdX5c-jNWmghYPj6RoVayo7nvK6R7LvSiq6yxzthAGe-w$ [icann[.]zoom[.]us] ICANN Public Comment Proceeding Page: https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/icann-fy2731-operating-f… PTI Public Comment Proceeding Page: https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/draft-pti-fy27-operating… Sincerely, ICANN Finance and Planning Team _______________________________________________ Community-Finance mailing list -- community-finance(a)icann.org<mailto:community-finance@icann.org> To unsubscribe send an email to community-finance-leave(a)icann.org<mailto:community-finance-leave@icann.org> _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy ) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos ). You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on.

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Meeting invitation: At-Large Operations, Finance and Budget Working Group (OFB-WG) Call on Thursday, 09 April 2026 at 18:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff April 3, 2026

April 3, 2026

Dear All, The next At-Large Operations, Finance and Budget Working Group (OFB-WG) Call is scheduled for Thursday, 09 April 2026 at 18:00 UTC for 90 mins. For other time zones: <https://tinyurl.com/k77kd5xa> <https://tinyurl.com/ycyb39xc> HERE<https://tinyurl.com/4zyh3cha> The agenda (to be updated) and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQDTOw Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92139943237?pwd=RR7XGoRSXgUGFm2K4QKyAFEp54AzQb.1 / Password: OFBC#12345 Real time transcription (RTT) available at (subject to availability): https://www.streamtext.net/player?event=ICANN Wiki Workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/koTsBw Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org/>

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Meeting invitation: At-Large Operations, Finance and Budget Working Group (OFB-WG) Call on Thursday, 02 April 2026 at 14:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff March 31, 2026

March 31, 2026

Dear All, The next At-Large Operations, Finance and Budget Working Group (OFB-WG) Call is scheduled for Thursday, 02 April 2026 at 14:00 UTC for 90 mins. For other time zones: <https://tinyurl.com/k77kd5xa> HERE<https://tinyurl.com/ycyb39xc> The agenda (to be updated) and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQADOw Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92139943237?pwd=RR7XGoRSXgUGFm2K4QKyAFEp54AzQb.1 / Password: OFBC#12345 Real time transcription (RTT) available at (subject to availability): https://www.streamtext.net/player?event=ICANN Wiki Workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/koTsBw Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org/>

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ATTENTION- OFB WG- ICANN's Annual Strategy Review Program - inputs no later than 30 April 2026.
by Silvia Vivanco March 29, 2026

March 29, 2026

Dear OFB-WG members, On behalf of the OFB-WG, kindly see below the following message ***** Dear Community members: ICANN’s Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030<https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/strategic-plan-fy2026-2030-2023-11-22…> is designed with a five-year horizon, yet the environment around us constantly evolves, making it both prudent and healthy to periodically review the Strategic Plan for relevance and adaptability. The annual strategy review program is the process through which we ensure that the assumptions underpinning the Strategic Plan still hold, and to stay alert to emerging trends. At ICANN85, ICANN Planning held a series of Environmental Scan sessions to identify new or emerging strategic trends. The purpose of these sessions was to gather insights, observations, and perspectives from across the ICANN ecosystem that will inform how we view the future strategically. For information on the session please see the recording on this page: https://icann85.sched.com/event/2GwoJ/icann-annual-strategy-review If you were unable to attend these sessions, we still welcome your input on any emerging strategic trends that you would like ICANN to receive as input. Attached please find the session Pre Reading materials and a template that you can use to provide your perspective on emerging trends. Please send this input to the planning team via email at planning(a)icann.org<mailto:planning@icann.org>. ICANN welcomes receiving your insights observations, and perspectives about ICANN’s Strategic Plan at any time. However, to be included in the Annual Strategy Review analysis for this cycle, we would appreciate receiving your inputs no later than 30 April 2026. Becky Nash and the ICANN Planning team planning(a)icann.org<mailto:planning@icann.org>.

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REMINDER / Meeting invitation: At-Large Operations, Finance and Budget Working Group (OFB-WG) Call on Thursday, 26 March 2026 at 18:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff March 26, 2026

March 26, 2026

Dear All, The next At-Large Operations, Finance and Budget Working Group (OFB-WG) Call is scheduled for Thursday, 26 March 2026 at 18:00 UTC for 90 mins. For other time zones: HERE<https://tinyurl.com/k77kd5xa> The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYApO Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92139943237?pwd=RR7XGoRSXgUGFm2K4QKyAFEp54AzQb.1 / Password: OFBC#12345 Real time transcription (RTT) available at (subject to availability): https://www.streamtext.net/player?event=ICANN Wiki Workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/koTsBw Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org/>

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Meeting invitation: At-Large Operations, Finance and Budget Working Group (OFB-WG) Call on Thursday, 26 March 2026 at 18:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff March 13, 2026

March 13, 2026

Dear All, The next At-Large Operations, Finance and Budget Working Group (OFB-WG) Call is scheduled for Thursday, 26 March 2026 at 18:00 UTC for 90 mins. For other time zones: HERE<https://tinyurl.com/k77kd5xa> The agenda (to be updated) and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYApO Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92139943237?pwd=RR7XGoRSXgUGFm2K4QKyAFEp54AzQb.1 / Password: OFBC#12345 Real time transcription (RTT) available at (subject to availability): https://www.streamtext.net/player?event=ICANN Wiki Workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/koTsBw Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org/>

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FW: ATTENTION Prep materials for ICANN 85 OFB Meeting- Annual Strategy Review Environmental Scan Session materials
by Silvia Vivanco March 7, 2026

March 7, 2026

Dear all, Kindly review the attached materials in preparation for the OFB ICANN 85 Mumbai Session. Sunday 08 10:30-12:00 IST. Thank you ! Silvia From: Victoria Yang <victoria.yang(a)icann.org> Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 1:13 AM To: Heidi Ullrich <Heidi.Ullrich(a)icann.org>, Silvia Vivanco <silvia.vivanco(a)icann.org>, Bart Boswinkel <bart.boswinkel(a)icann.org>, Joke Braeken <joke.braeken(a)icann.org>, Claudia Ruiz <claudia.ruiz(a)icann.org> Cc: Becky Nash <becky.nash(a)icann.org>, Margaret Benavides <margaret.benavides(a)icann.org>, Kelly Medina <kelly.medina(a)icann.org> Subject: Annual Strategy Review Environmental Scan Session materials Dear All: Attached are the prep materials for the upcoming environmental scan session, as part of the annual strategy review program. Please kindly share with your stakeholders. These two documents are posted on session web page as well. Thank you. Webpage: https://icann85.sched.com/event/2GwoJ/icann-annual-strategy-review Sincerely, Victoria Yang Sr. Manager Planning Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)<http://www.icann.org/> [signature_2058006096]<https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/strategic-plan-fy2026-2030-2023-11-22…>

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