ICANN released its final gTLD applicant guidebook that describes the the process of applying for new generic top-level domains. The Guidebook was released recently along with explanatory memoranda and detailed analysis of comments received on version 4 of the Applicant Guidebook.
This Proposed Final version of the Guidebook is the result of a tremendous amount of participation and thoughtful feedback from the ICANN stakeholder community. Their contribution is evidenced through the product of several working groups - bringing key issues to resolution.
During the 10 December Board Meeting in Cartagena the ICANN Board will take into account this work and comments received to make a decision regarding the timing of the launch of the New gTLD Program. The Board can approve the Guidebook or direct that changes be made.
Upon approval of the final version of the Guidebook, a four-month global communications campaign will be undertaken. The aim of this campaign is to ensure potential participants in all regions of the world are aware of program details and how to apply.
During the December ICANN Meeting in Cartagena, Colombia there will be several program sessions, including:
New gTLD Program Status Update
New gTLD Basics – in Spanish and English
Developing Economies and the New gTLD Program
Sessions with updates on "overarching issues" including: Economic Analysis; Trademark Protections, Mitigation of Malicious Conduct; and Root Zone Scaling
For more details check out www.icann.com
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