Confusion over second gTLD round
09 January 2012
Edward Conlon, London
Icann has failed to name a date for a second round of new gTLD applications – and may not do so until after the first round closes. That means more uncertainty for potential applicants
Minutes from a board meeting last Thursday show that directors favour implementing a second round “within a relatively short period of time” after the first round, mainly to reduce worries about defensive brand applications.
Some applicants are concerned about making a panicked decision to apply in the first round as they will not know how long they will have to wait before a second round opens.
Icann will open a second round of applications – but only after conducting two reviews for the Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC). These will cover gTLDs’ effect on root zone stability...
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