DNS Research Federation: Advancing Understanding of Cybersecurity Impact
The DNS Research Federation, a UK non-profit organization, aims to advance the understanding of the Domain Name System's impact on cybersecurity, policy, and technical standards through education, research, and improved data access. Motivated by the need to measure resolver capabilities, they have d
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Understanding Internet Threat Landscape and Countermeasures
Delve into the complexities of identifying and mitigating threats in cyberspace at scale. Explore the challenges of detecting malicious activities, the need for broad-based blocklists, and the importance of tracking provider abuse percentages. Learn about the Pwnage Cycle, ICANN's efforts in measuri
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Country Names in the Domain Name System (DNS)
The Domain Name System (DNS) plays a crucial role in attributing top-level and second-level domains to country names. This system is global and managed by ICANN, not national offices, allowing for unique attribution to one person. Examples of country names registered as second-level domains are prov
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Root Zone Management Changes Process Overview
Understanding how changes to root zone management are requested, the transition from NTIA oversight, and the role of the Root Zone Evolution Review Committee (RZERC) in advising the ICANN Board on root zone management changes.
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ICANN Board-GAC Clarifying Questions Discussion
The ICANN Board and Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC) discuss clarifying questions regarding the implementation of GAC Consensus Advice related to the Applicant Support Program (ASP) for new gTLD applicants. Topics include timelines for using funding, prioritization criteria, and obligations for
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Understanding L-Root: An Overview of ICANN DNS Operations
Explore the world of L-Root, one of the 13 independently operated root servers serving the DNS root zone. Learn about its operational details, geographical diversity via Anycast, global locations, and the process of hosting an L-Root instance on your network. Discover how Anycast improves user exper
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Global Internet Governance: ICANN Presentation to WIPO Standing Committee
Mark Carvell, the UK Representative to WIPO, presented on ICANN's structure, processes for IP rights protection, and upcoming meetings with the Governmental Advisory Committee. Key points included the role of ICANN in policy implementation, the involvement of stakeholder groups like IPC, and ongoing
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Evolution of GAC Operating Principles: A Working Group Initiative
The working group, led by representatives from GAC members and observers, aims to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC) within ICANN. It focuses on reviewing and recommending changes to GAC operating principles, restructuring processes, and clarifying
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Promoting DNS Operational Best Practices with KINDNS Initiative
KINDNS is an initiative by ICANN's Office of the CTO to promote DNS operational best practices, emphasizing knowledge-sharing and norms instantiation for enhanced security and effectiveness. It offers self-assessment, enrollment, and targeted practices for operators to follow voluntarily, aiming to
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Understanding the Role of CCNSO Study Group on Emoji in the Internet Community
The CCNSO Study Group on Emoji was established to address the use of emojis as second-level domains within the ccTLD community. This study group aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the associated issues and current practices, potentially advising on further actions. The group was initiated i
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Current Policy Issues Regarding Three-Character Country Codes as Top-Level Domains
The GAC Agenda Item 10 discusses the possibility of using three-character country codes as top-level domains in the future rounds, addressing concerns of potential confusion with existing ccTLDs. The joint ccNSO and GNSO working group is exploring lifting restrictions on three-letter codes, with the
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Understanding Regional Internet Registries (RIRs) and NRO in Internet Governance
Regional Internet Registries (RIRs) manage the allocation and registration of Internet number resources such as IP addresses and autonomous system numbers. They operate as not-for-profit organizations providing core services like resource distribution, maintaining directories, and facilitating polic
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Internet Society Armenia's Role in Managing and Enhancing Armenia's DNS Infrastructure
Internet Society Armenia (ISOC.AM) actively manages Armenia's country code top-level domain (ccTLD) and plays a crucial role in ensuring the stability, resilience, and security of the country's DNS servers. Through partnerships with organizations like ICANN and RIPE NCC, ISOC.AM oversees the operati
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