Author Archives: Ashley Roberts
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ICANN opens the doors to new gTLDs applications
Today marks the first day of the application period within which parties can apply to ICANN to run a new generic top-level domain (gTLD). Read more ›
Trademark Clearinghouse under construction
Work is underway on the construction of the trademark clearinghouse for the new gTLD programme. The clearinghouse is expected to open its doors in October this year, according to a new document published by ICANN. Read more ›
ICANN Publishes New Applicant Guidebook
ICANN have published an updated version of the Applicant Guidebook and unveiled a new micro-site dedicated to the new gTLD programme. The micro-site contains all of ICANN’s resources on new gTLDs and will function as the forum to submit comments … Read more ›
Do big brands have the power to make or break new gTLDs?
The first application round for new gTLDs will open on 12 January 2012 and ICANN expects in 500 to 1000 applications. Already, over 120 potential bids have been announced by a variety of companies, consortia, not-for-profit organisations and government-backed initiatives. … Read more ›