New G Tld Basics New Internet Extensions
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The document provides an overview of the New gTLD Program being run by ICANN. It discusses the evolution of domain names over time from the original gTLDs like .com to the current New gTLD Program. It describes the program, including who can apply, how to apply, important dates, and fees. The goals of the program are to remove limitations on gTLDs, create more choice and competition in the domain name marketplace, and allow for innovation and new business opportunities.
New G Tld Basics New Internet Extensions
- 1. New gTLD Basics New Internet Extensions
- 2. Agenda • Overview about domain names, gTLD timeline and the New gTLD Program • Why is ICANN doing this; potential impact of this initiative to businesses, governments, Internet communities and users • Program - who, what, when, how, how much • Where to get more information 2
- 3. Internet - An Evolving Ecosystem What’s next? 2000+ Social Media, Apps, Mobile Internet and more VoIP/TV Blogs Social Networking 1990+ Music/Images/Video Search Engines Wireless Connectivity 1991 World Wide Web 1972 E-mail 1969 Arpanet 3
- 4. The Anatomy of a Domain Name First or Top-Level Second-Level Third-Level w w w. m e e t i n g s . i c a n n . o r g 4
- 5. The Anatomy of a Domain Name First or Top-Level Second-Level Third-Level w w w. m e e t i n g s . i c a n n . o r g 5
- 6. gTLD Timeline Predating ICANN (before 1998) 2004 Round .com .edu .aero .biz .coop .asia .cat .gov .int .mil .net .info .museum .jobs .mobi .tel .org .arpa .name .pro .travel .post 2000 Round New gTLD Program Policy development Dec 2005 to Sep 2007 6
- 7. Public Participation and the Draft Applicant Guidebook • November 2008 (version 1) • May 2009 (excerpts) Board • March 2009 (version 2) Approval of • October 2009 (version 3) Program • February 10 (excerpts) Final Launch • May 2010 (version 4) Guidebook • November 2010 (Proposed Final version) On-going status ICANN Board Publication Communications reporting on ICANN’s Policy approval Final Applicant Campaign website Jun 2008 With launch dates + Guidebook application details 7
- 8. Terminology Clarifications • gTLD = generic Top-Level Domain • Also known as an extension, label, string, suffix… • Series of characters that make up part of your Internet address • ccTLD = country code Top-Level Domain • IDN = Internationalized Domain Name • Domain name represented by local language characters, or letter equivalents 8
- 9. DNS – A Complex Ecosystem gTLD Registries ccTLD Registries Registrars gTLDs + some ccTLDs Registrant Resellers 9
- 10. ROOT .org .mil .dm .jp .va .ws .be .com .asia .gov .jobs .info .edu .int .sg .eg .nl .tr .cn .net .name .hr .cl .mobi .museum .pro .post .mx .jm .tv .py .cv .pt .travel .biz .kr .is .au .cc .tel .aero .arpa .br .mo .eu .coop .cat .nz .ru New gTLD Program Fast Track Program New gTLDs IDN ccTLDs .city .acronym مصر .சிங்கப்பூர் .gIDNs .brand .generic .امارات . ไทย .community .region .香 .рф السعودية 10
- 11. What is a gTLD Registry? • Is a business with very specific technical requirements • Mandatory Agreement with ICANN • Is the authoritative, master database of all domain names registered in each top-level domain • Keeps the master database and also generates the "zone file" which allows computers to route Internet traffic to and from top-level domains anywhere in the world • Today, Internet users don't interact directly with the registry operator; users can register names by using ICANN-Accredited Registrars 11
- 12. What is a the New gTLD Program? • An initiative that will enable the introduction of unlimited generic top-level domain names or extensions (both ASCII and IDN) into the domain name space • Managed by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) 12
- 13. Why Expand the Top-Level? • Remove existing limitations to ASCII gTLDs which do not reflect growing Internet reality and needs • Create platform to innovation in the industry and Internet • Open doors to increase choice and competition in the market place 13
- 14. ICANN’s Mission and New gTLDs 1998 - founding documents “The new corporation ultimately should … 3) oversee policy for determining the circumstances under which new TLDs are added to the root system” ICANN/U.S.A. government agreements “Define and implement a predictable strategy for selecting new TLDs” 2009 - Affirmation of Commitments (9.3) Promote competition, consumer trust and consumer choice 14
- 15. Potential Impact - Businesses • Opportunity for investment • More choice and competition • Platform for innovation; new business model opportunities • Brand management and online marketing practices • Impact to industry sectors; security; control; user behavior • Upgrade systems/applications to accept new TLDs 15
- 16. Potential Impact – Government & Communities • Increase of online cultural, linguistic, geographic communities • More globally and culturally inclusive internet with IDNs • Local ccTLDs • Geographic names 16
- 17. Potential Impact – Internet Users • More choice; innovation; competition • Online cultural, linguistic, geographic communities • New ways to find information, products and services 17
- 18. Who Can Apply? Entities from anywhere in the world that meet the pre-defined criteria and requirements as outlined in the Applicant Guidebook ATTENTION! • Not for individuals • This is a business commitment to become a REGISTRY! 18
- 19. How to Apply? • Online • TLD Application System (TAS) • will be accessible via www.icann.org • Process application in English • Answer questions; upload documents • Critical deadlines 19
- 20. When Can I Apply ICANN will announce the program’s launch dates as part of the communications campaign 20
- 21. What do I Need to Apply Review Applicant Guidebook for details Get strategic third parties involved early Attention to additional requirements for geographic, community and IDN applications Review deadlines 21
- 22. How Much? Evaluation fee - US$ 185,000 • Paid to ICANN • US$5,000 of which is due upon TAS registration • Refunds apply in certain cases • Other fees may apply – might not be paid to ICANN On-going Registry Fees These are evaluation and Registry fees only. Consider • US$ 25,000 annual Registry fee carefully the costs for running a Registry. • Transaction fee US$ 0.25 22
- 23. Straightforward Evaluation Path Application Initial Transition to Period Evaluation Delegation Module 2 Module 5 Check for application completeness Complete Background check • Contract Execution Panels • Pre-delegation check • String Similarity • DNS Stability • Geographical names • Technical/Operational capability • Financial capability • Registry Services 23
- 24. Evaluation Process at a Glance Application Initial Transition to Period Evaluation Delegation Module 2 Module 5 Extended Administrative Evaluation check Module 2 Objections & Dispute Resolution Processed by Module 3 ICANN & Third Parties String Contention Module 4 24
- 25. Variables in Evaluation Path • Technical/Operational Extended • Financial Evaluation • Geographical Names Module 2 • Registry Services • String Confusion Objections & • Legal Rights Dispute Resolution • Community Objection Module 3 • Limited Public Interest • Independent Objector Plan for Additional Fees & • Community Priority String Contention Evaluation Processing Time Module 4 • Auction 25
- 26. Grounds for Objection String Confusion Legal Rights Limited Public Community Interest Objection 26
- 27. What Should I do Now? Evaluate if the New gTLD Program is for you Review Applicant Guidebook Get educated about the Registry business and the DNS industry Understand what is needed to get ready 27
- 28. If I choose NOT to Apply… Monitor the program to understand: Impact to brand/trademark Impact to community and geographic names Potential Industry trends Competitors actions Changes to Internet User behavior 28
- 29. More Information… • www.icann.org • Applicant Guidebook • New gTLD Program web-pages • Factsheets • FAQs • Questions? • Public Comments • Status Reports more… Email us: newgtld@icann.org New gTLDsICAN 29
- 30. Thank You
- 31. Questions 31