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APTLD Newletter (2 September 2024)

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APTLD Updates:

■ Next APTLD Meeting: APTLD86 Members Meeting, Da Nang Vietnam, 17-20 September, 2024
 Meeting Website         ¶ Online Registration         ¶ Agenda(30 August)

■ APTLD News
Call For Expressions of Interest for The Position of General Manager Closed
https://aptld.org/about/newsroom/19442/

Brand Safety Alliance LLC to Sponsor and Attend APTLD86
https://aptld.org/about/newsroom/19458/

Members News

(.AU auDA)
WTSA 2024 preparations and issues for the internet community
https://www.auda.org.au/blog/wtsa-2024-preparations-and-issues-internet-community

Leaders of Tech Q&A: Adam King, auDA
https://www.auda.org.au/blog/leaders-tech-qa-adam-king-auda

(.BH TRA)
TRA Bahrain to Host ITU Digital Skills Forum
https://www.tra.org.bh/en/article/tra-bahrain-to-host-itu-digital-skills-forum

(.IN NIXI)
NIXI invites applications for empanelment of Arbitrator
https://nixi.in/notice/

(.JP JPRS)
JPRS issued a statement on Global Digital Compact 3rd Revision jointly with world technical community coalition (22 August 2024)
https://jprs.co.jp/en/topics/2024/240828.html

(.LK  LK Domain Registry)
SLT-MOBITEL Signed MoU with LK Domain Registry
https://blog.domains.lk/2024/08/slt-mobitel-signed-mou-with-lk-domain.html

“BestWeb.lk 2024 – Final Results Revealed at Awards Night”
https://blog.domains.lk/2024/08/bestweblk-2024-final-results.html

LK Domain Registry – Annual Trip 2024
https://blog.domains.lk/2024/08/annual-trip-2024.html

(.NZ InternetNZ)
NetHui postponed until 2025
https://internetnz.nz/news-and-articles/nethui-postponed-until-2025/

(.QA CRA)
CRA Issues Decision to Mobile Service Providers to Enhance Consumers’ Experience
https://www.cra.gov.qa/en/press-releases/cra-issues-decision-to-mobile-service-providers-to-enhance-consumers-experience

CRA and ITU Initiate Qatar’s Digital Innovation Profile
https://www.cra.gov.qa/en/press-releases/cra-and-itu-initiate-qatars-digital-innovation-profile

CRA Announces Cessation of 3G Mobile Telecommunications Services by December 31, 2025
https://www.cra.gov.qa/en/press-releases/cra-announces-cessation-of-3g-mobile-telecommunications-services-by-december-2025

(.SG SGNIC)
SGNIC-T-24008: Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the Provision of Consulting Services for CyberSecurity Risk Assessment, CyberSecurity Tabletop Exercise and Business Continuity Management Review
https://www.sgnic.sg/announcements/sgnic-news/announcement-details/2024/09/01/sgnic-t-24008-invitation-to-tender-(itt)-for-the-provision-of-consulting-services-for-cybersecurity-risk-assessment-cybersecurity-tabletop-exercise-and-business-continuity-management-review

SGNIC-T-24010: Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the Provision of a IT Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Software-as-a-Service
https://www.sgnic.sg/announcements/sgnic-news/announcement-details/2024/09/01/sgnic-t-24010-invitation-to-tender-(itt)-for-the-provision-of-a-it-governance-risk-and-compliance-(grc)-software-as-a-service

SGNIC-T-24009: Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the Provision of Consulting Services for Threat Hunting and Red Teaming Testing
https://www.sgnic.sg/announcements/sgnic-news/announcement-details/2024/09/01/sgnic-t-24009-invitation-to-tender-(itt)-for-the-provision-of-consulting-services-for-threat-hunting-and-red-teaming-testing

(.TW TWNIC)
TWNIC Grants 2024 – Now Open for Submissions!
https://blog.twnic.tw/en/2024/09/01/30436/

TWNIC Grants 2024
https://blog.twnic.tw/en/2024/09/01/30446/

Reflecting on the Success of APrIGF and Looking Forward to Nepal
https://blog.twnic.tw/en/2024/08/30/30414/

(.UZ UZINFOCOM)
Happy Independence Day of the Republic of Uzbekistan!
https://cctld.uz/news/?detail=1545

.UZ Domain administration has launched an AI assistant for domain name verification
https://cctld.uz/news/?detail=1544

(.VU TRBR)
July News Updates
https://www.trbr.vu/public-register/publications/latest-news/925-july-news-updates

(.AM  ISOC.AM)
Today marks the 30th anniversary of the national domain, .am
https://www.isoc.am/today-marks-the-30th-anniversary-of-the-national-domain-am/

(.DE DENIC)
IGF-D 2024 in Berlin on 11 September 2024
https://blog.denic.de/en/igf-d-2024-in-berlin-on-11-september-2024/

Internet Governance News Flash: TCCM Statement on the UN Process Related to the Global Digital Compact
https://blog.denic.de/en/internet-governance-news-flash-tccm-statement-on-the-un-process-related-to-the-global-digital-compact/

(it.com)
How Much Does It Cost to Launch an E-commerce Website in 2024?
https://get.it.com/blog/how-much-does-it-cost-to-launch-an-e-commerce-website-in-2024/

Industry News Digest: August 2024
https://get.it.com/blog/industry-news-digest-august-2024/

it.com Domains Supports the Clash of Blames Chess Tournament Organized  by World Chess
https://get.it.com/blog/it-com-domains-supports-the-clash-of-blames-chess-tournament-organized-by-world-chess/

it.com Domains at the London Domain Summit
https://get.it.com/blog/it-com-domains-at-the-london-domain-summit/

Domain Parking: What It Is and How to Use It
https://get.it.com/blog/domain-parking-what-it-is-and-how-to-use-it/

(.ME  DoMEn)
It’s Time to Strengthen Your Small Business Brand Identity
https://domain.me/its-time-to-strengthen-your-small-business-brand-identity/

Mumzi – Your Food Stylist: Making Cooking Good-Looking
https://domain.me/mumzi-your-food-stylist-making-cooking-good-looking/

(.RU Coordination Center for TLD .RU/.РФ)
TLDCON 2024 Speakers to Give Lectures to Belarusian Students
https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/36722/

Coordination Center Projects Presented in Vologda
https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/36714/

Summer School on Internet Governance 2024 Concluded
https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/36704/

TLDCON 2024 Agenda Set
https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/36702/

(WhoisXML API)
Black Hat 2024: Key Takeaways and Trends
https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/blog/black-hat-2024-key-takeaways-and-trends

Hunting for U.S. Presidential Election-Related Domain Threats in the DNS
https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/threat-reports/hunting-for-u-s-presidential-election-related-domain-threats-in-the-dns

A Closer Look at the Meduza Stealer through a DNS Deep Dive
https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/threat-reports/a-closer-look-at-the-meduza-stealer-through-a-dns-deep-dive

Others

EuroDIG and EuroSSIG 2024: In expectation of Internet Governance negotiations – respect for multistakeholder approach or more multilateralism?
https://www.centr.org/news/blog/eurodig-and-eurossig-2024.html

APRICOT 2025 update
https://blog.apnic.net/2024/08/29/apricot-2025-update/

Tonga Communications Corporation IPv6 project
https://blog.apnic.net/2024/08/29/tonga-communications-corporation-ipv6-project/

VPP with loopback-only OSPFv3: Part 1
https://blog.apnic.net/2024/08/28/vpp-with-loopback-only-ospfv3-part-1/

Ipurangi Aotearoa’s (InternetNZ’s) recent work in digital inclusion
https://blog.apnic.net/2024/08/27/ipurangi-aotearoas-internetnzs-recent-work-in-digital-inclusion/

Are differences in RIR RPKI implementations hindering RPKI adoption?
https://blog.apnic.net/2024/08/26/are-differences-in-rir-rpki-implementations-hindering-rpki-adoption/

Event Wrap: btNOG 11
https://blog.apnic.net/2024/08/26/event-wrap-btnog-11/

MANRS readiness now available in DASH
https://blog.apnic.net/2024/08/26/manrs-readiness-now-available-in-dash/

Online voting for the NRO NC election 2024 opens today
https://blog.apnic.net/2024/08/22/online-voting-for-the-nro-nc-election-2024-opens-today/

[Podcast] EDNS and UDP
https://blog.apnic.net/2024/08/22/podcast-edns-and-udp/

VPP with Babel
https://blog.apnic.net/2024/08/21/vpp-with-babel/

The threat of deprecated BGP attributes
https://blog.apnic.net/2024/08/20/the-threat-of-deprecated-bgp-attributes/

Event Wrap: APAC DNS Forum
https://blog.apnic.net/2024/08/20/event-wrap-apac-dns-forum-2/

Quirks of discarded traffic reporting on JunOS
https://blog.apnic.net/2024/08/19/quirks-of-discarded-traffic-reporting-on-junos/

Democratic Republic of Congo Hosts 14th African Peering and Interconnection Forum (AfPIF)
https://www.internetsociety.org/news/press-releases/2024/democratic-republic-of-congo-hosts-14th-african-peering-and-interconnection-forum-afpif/

ITU publishes updated global treaty to optimize radio spectrum management and advance technological innovation
https://www.itu.int/en/mediacentre/Pages/PR-2024-07-04-ITU-Radio-Regulations.aspx

Cybercrime Costs German Companies €267 Billion, Organised Crime and Foreign Nations Blamed
https://circleid.com/posts/20240830-cybercrime-costs-german-companies-267-billion-euros

NYC Fiber Network Distributes Entangled Photons, Paving the Way for the Quantum Internet
https://circleid.com/posts/20240826-fiber-network-distributes-entangled-photons-paving-way-for-quantum-internet

The APrIGF 2024 Synthesis Document Process
https://ap.rigf.asia/news/2024/the-aprigf-2024-synthesis-document-process/

Plan IGF Travel & More
https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/plan-igf-travel-more

Solar storms: Are we ready for another Carrington Event?
https://www.itu.int/hub/2024/08/solar-storms-are-we-ready-for-another-carrington-event-2/

Readying the Americas for future communication technologies
https://www.itu.int/hub/2024/08/readying-the-americas-for-future-communication-technologies/

New UN initiative to reduce disaster risk with AI
https://www.itu.int/hub/2024/08/new-un-initiative-to-reduce-disaster-risk-with-ai/

Social Media
National Internet Exchange of India’s Registrar community has just added a new member—
NIXI is proud to welcome Friends Webhosting as our new .IN registrar. This addition is a significant step towards strengthening our digital ecosystem and fostering innovation.

National Internet Exchange of India :can’t be reckoned better– picture

AUDA – .au Domain Administration in talks with students soon—
auDA’s CTO Adam King and Membership and Community Engagement Manager Andrew McCallum will visit Macquarie University next week to discuss the importance of the .au DNS to the digital economy. If you’re a Macquarie student interested in the digital economy or curious about how the internet works, send us a direct message for details on how to attend.

Communications Regulatory Authority – هيئة تنظيم الاتصالات teams up with ITU to transform the nation’s digital landscape—
#CRAQatar is working with ITU to strengthen Qatar’s digital landscape through the new Digital Innovation Profile. The Profile will assess our country’s innovation capacity, identify gaps and develop recommendations that will benefit every stakeholder in Qatar’s digital ecosystem.
We believe in building a future where technology drives growth and innovation for all.

Public Interest Registry :a webinar on SMM techniques for NPOs— link

AUDA – .au Domain Administration :stop scam!–
Being scammed can cause significant emotional distress and financial hardship. By sharing your scam story, you can prevent someone else from having their money or personal information taken by a scammer. This Scams Awareness Week, Scamwatch are encouraging you to post a photo, video or text on your social media about a time you avoided or encountered a scam, using the hashtag #ShareAScamStory.

The 6th Pacific IGF (#PacIGF) will be held in #Wellington #NewZealand 2-3 September 2024 alongside #APNIC58. Register now: https://conference.apnic.net/.../program/index.html…

It is all about friendly spirit, flowers and kinda-Oscars… LK Domain Registry awards the best site of the year— picture

Meanwhile, in the heart of Central Asia..—
The .UZ domain administration has started using artificial intelligence in their operations
The smart domain name checker is now available on the cctld.uz website. If the name you have chosen for your website is already taken, the AI assistant will suggest a list of relevant alternatives with a similar name or similar semantic meaning. You can familiarize yourself with this feature on the official website cctld.uz.
“This step is part of our ongoing work to improve digital services in Uzbekistan,” commented the .UZ Administration staff.
Taking this opportunity, the .UZ Domain Administration congratulates everyone on the upcoming Independence Day of the Republic of Uzbekistan and invites you to take advantage of the new features on the cctld.uz website!
The .UZ domain administration has started using artificial intelligence in their operations
The smart domain name checker is now available on the cctld.uz website. If the name you have chosen for your website is already taken, the AI assistant will suggest a list of relevant alternatives with a similar name or similar semantic meaning. You can familiarize yourself with this feature on the official website cctld.uz.
“This step is part of our ongoing work to improve digital services in Uzbekistan,” commented the .UZ Administration staff.
Taking this opportunity, the .UZ Domain Administration congratulates everyone on the upcoming Independence Day of the Republic of Uzbekistan and invites you to take advantage of the new features on the cctld.uz website!

The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) :facts and stats about the recent digital camp–video

Public Interest Registry unveils it’s finalists in one of main categories—
Introducing our 2024 #ORGImpactAwards Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion finalists! Congratulations to Empowerment CollectiveThe Center for Courageous KidsAnchal Charitable TrustFor The People, and Be THE Voice

National Internet Exchange of India held another awareness-raising event on IPv6—
Explore cutting-edge networking with IPv6. Join our detailed webinar to refine your skills and gain expertise about IPv6 Operations and Services on 23rd August.
Secure your spot:
https://nixi1.webex.com/…/r2940dfe4075880d862e70cdfc9f8...

Whois API, LLC : don’t you play a numbers game with phishers—
#Phishing is a numbers game. The more potential victims there are, the greater the phishers stand to gain. That makes knowing what the most phished brands are crucial. The WhoisXML API research team sought to identify web properties that could be tied to 2024’s phishing campaigns and found:
– 3,120 branded domains, 12 of which turned out to be malicious
– Eight branded subdomains
– 14 IP addresses, 11 of which turned out to be associated with various threats
Ready to learn about the domains, subdomains, and IP addresses we uncovered? Read: https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/.../the-most-phished-brands…
A special shout-out to ZScaler for this amazing report that served as a bedrock for our investigation: https://www.zscaler.com/…/threatlabz-phishing-report…
Do check it out too!

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ICANN

ICANN to Host APAC DNS Forum 2025 in Hanoi, Vietnam
https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-to-host-apac-dns-forum-2025-in-hanoi-vietnam-27-08-2024-en

ICANN Request for Proposal: Domain Name Consumer Surveys 2024
https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-request-for-proposal-domain-name-consumer-surveys-2024-22-08-2024-en

(ccNSO)
The August 2024 edition (issue 55) of the ccNSO newsletter is out now.
https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-29aug24-en.htm

call for presenters Tech Day at ICANN81
https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/icann81-tech-day-27aug24-en.pdf

ccNSO Council Meeting Agenda and Resolution Meeting 208
https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/agenda-draft-resolution-council-22aug24-en.pdf

Call for Presentation Proposals: ICANN81 ccTLD News Session
https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-22aug24-en.htm

Current ICANN Public Consultations

(Open Proceedings)
Data Processing Specification for ICANN-Accredited Registries and Registrars
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/data-processing-specification-for-icann-accredited-registries-and-registrars-29-07-2024

gTLD IDN Tables Review Process When Reference LGR is not available
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/gtld-idn-tables-review-process-when-reference-lgr-is-not-available-01-08-2024

Proposed Language for the Next Round Applicant Support Program and Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program Terms and Conditions
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/proposed-language-for-the-next-round-applicant-support-program-and-registry-service-provider-evaluation-program-terms-and-conditions-24-07-2024

Registries Stakeholder Group Charter Amendments
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/registries-stakeholder-group-charter-amendments-16-07-2024

Preliminary Issue Report on Latin Script Diacritics
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/preliminary-issue-report-on-latin-script-diacritics-18-07-2024

Proposed Fundamental Bylaws Amendments Related to Grant Program
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/proposed-fundamental-bylaws-amendments-related-to-grant-program-07-08-2024

IRP-IOT – Proposed updates to the IRP Supplementary Procedures
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/irp-iot-proposed-updates-to-the-irp-supplementary-procedures-03-07-2024

Draft ICANN Strategic Plan and Operating Plan Framework for FY26-30
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/draft-icann-strategic-plan-and-operating-plan-framework-for-fy26-30-23-07-2024

Initial Report on the Transfer Policy Review
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/initial-report-on-the-transfer-policy-review-01-08-2024

(Pending Reports)
Han Script Single Character IDN Generic Top-Level Domains
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/seeking-input-on-han-script-single-character-idn-generic-top-level-domains-27-06-2024

Proposed Language for the Next Round Applicant Support Program and Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program Terms and Conditions
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/proposed-language-for-the-next-round-applicant-support-program-and-registry-service-provider-evaluation-program-terms-and-conditions-24-07-2024

Registries Stakeholder Group Charter Amendments
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/registries-stakeholder-group-charter-amendments-16-07-2024

Preliminary Issue Report on Latin Script Diacritics
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/preliminary-issue-report-on-latin-script-diacritics-18-07-2024

Proposed Renewal of the Registry Agreement for the .XXX top-level domain (TLD)
https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/proposed-renewal-of-the-registry-agreement-for-the-xxx-top-level-domain-tld-18-03-2024

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