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ICANN 39 review: the latest developments on new gTLDs and .XXX

I just returned from ICANN’s 39th International Public Meeting, held last week in the beautiful city of Cartagena, Colombia. This was a highly anticipated meeting by many in the domain industry, as major developments were expected with regard to both the new generic Top Level Domain (gTLD) process and .XXX, the proposed extension for adult […]

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Tiered Access update: Privacy services, proxy registrants, and updated statistics

Two important questions have been gaining traction within the ICANN community in 2025: how should registrars disclose information protected by Whois Privacy services, and should third-party proxy services be regulated as a new Contracted Party? There was a lot of conversation—both scheduled and informal—around these topics at previous ICANN meetings, and it will continue at […]

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How domain transfers work

For many businesses, domains are more than digital addresses—they’re critical assets that anchor websites, email, and entire online identities. So when it comes time to transfer a domain, the process can feel high-stakes. Done well, it’s seamless and invisible. Done poorly, it risks downtime, customer frustrations, or even lost trust. Behind the scenes, transfers are […]

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August 2025・Web Security

Requiring registrants to show ID is a Bad Idea

We all want to be safe online. Whether we’re browsing and shopping, interacting with people on social media, or hosting our own content, there’s a shared need for security. As a domain name registrar, we think about this topic a lot. What processes and policies can we put in place to help protect our customers […]

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Help your clients take their first step into Web3 with .locker

The Internet has been evolving in waves. First came Web1: static pages and limited interaction. Then, Web2 transformed the experience into today’s dynamic, user-driven web. Now, the next wave is taking shape: Web3, built on decentralization, transparency, and individual ownership. Web3 introduces new ways of managing identity, assets, and presence online—using blockchain to keep records […]

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