Fourth Version of Root Zone Label Generation Rules (RZ-LGR-4) Published
LOS ANGELES – 6 November 2020 – The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) today announced the publication of the fourth version of Label Generation Rules for the Root Zone (RZ-LGR-4). Root Zone Label Generation Rules (RZ-LGR) define…
A Peek into the ICANN Org Engineering “Factory” and an Update on CZDS
During the recent ICANN69 Prep Week Q&A with the ICANN org executive team, I was asked how the Engineering & Information Technology (E&IT) function prioritizes its work overall, and in particular how work on the Centralized Zone Data Service (CZDS)…
With Sympathies: Marilyn Cade
On behalf of ICANN, it is with great sadness that I offer condolences on the passing of Marilyn Cade. Marilyn was a long-time member of the ICANN community and a strong and constant advocate for our work. Through more than…
Call for Expressions of Interest: Chair of Phase 2A GNSO EPDP on the Temporary Specification for gTLD Registration Data
LOS ANGELES – 4 November 2020 – The Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) Council of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is seeking a neutral chair for the remaining Phase 2A work of the Expedited Policy Development…
Human rights and the precarious condition of electoral democracy – Right On Web Chat
Human rights and the precarious condition of electoral democracy – Right On Web Chat Online Dylan Mon, 11/02/2020 – 08:56 Date Wed, 10/28/2020 – 14:00 – Wed, 10/28/2020 – 15:00 Webinar It is widely assumed that human rights and electoral…
Geneva Peace Week – Building Trust in Cybermediation: A Collective Leadership Challenge?
Geneva Peace Week – Building Trust in Cybermediation: A Collective Leadership Challenge? Online Dylan Fri, 10/30/2020 – 15:44 Date Tue, 11/03/2020 – 14:00 – Tue, 11/03/2020 – 14:50 Webinar The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a surge of CyberMediation activities….
DiploNews – Issue 406 – 2 November 2020
DiploNews – Issue 406 – 2 November 2020 Diplo and the GIP at IGF 2020 ? IGF 2020: The 15th Internet Governance Forum (2–17 Nov) This year’s Internet Governance Forum (IGF) will be held entirely online from 2 to 17…
[WebDebate #43] IGF+: What’s next?
[WebDebate #43] IGF+: What’s next? Online Maja Tue, 10/27/2020 – 18:16 Date Tue, 11/03/2020 – 14:00 – Tue, 11/03/2020 – 15:00 Diplomacy WebDebate Webinar Internet governance is about the rules, policies, standards, and practices that determine how cyberspace is governed….
Recommendations for ICANN’s Root Name Service Strategy and Implementation
Open Date: 27 October 2020 Close Date: 08 December 2020 Originating Organization: Office of the CTO Categories/Tags: Engagement/Participation and Security/Stability Brief Overview: ICANN’s Office of the CTO is soliciting review of its recommendations for DNS root name service strategy and…
The Fifth Eastern European DNS Forum Goes Virtual
Brussels – 27 October 2020 – The fifth Eastern European Domain Name System Forum (EEDNSF) will take place online from 18-19 November 2020. The event is organized by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) in partnership with…

