Category Archives: nTLDs

.COOP Celebrates 10 Years, Sheds Light on New gTLD Process

While most of the media’s attention today is focused on ICANN’s current new gTLD program, it’s important to remember that there have been previous rounds of gTLD applications and launches. In 2000, ICANN launched a program for new gTLD applications, … Continue reading

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New gTLDs: What to Expect in 2012

ICANN recently released a timeline of what to expect with the New gTLD launch. Keep reading for the most up-to-date information. Important Dates: Last day to register in TAS is 29 March 2012; Application Window Closes on 23 April 2012 … Continue reading

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Guest Post: Top Level Domain Applicants Featured in the Wall Street Journal

Guest Blogger: Mary Iqbal, Founder of Domain Security Company, LLC The Wall Street Journal on January 9, 2012 featured the .shop, .eco, .secure, .bank, and .wine Top Level Domain applicants as the headline article on the Small Business Section. The … Continue reading

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How Many New gTLDs Will Companies Have To Register?

During a recent interview on the podcast “As WE See It,” the show’s hosts, Fred Boas, Ed Jupin and Holly Hurley asked me a common question in relation to new gTLDs: “Why should we, as a company, register all these … Continue reading

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A Guide to Promoting and Using Your .Brand TLD

The application period for ICANN’s new TLD program opens in January 2012, but already many brands have announced or considered plans for their own .brand TLD. The new TLD program has faced many harsh critics, but despite the protests of … Continue reading

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