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APTLD Newsletter (17 March 2025)

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APTLD Updates:

■ Next APTLD Meeting: APTLD88 Members Meeting, Belgrade, 8-10 September, 2025 

 Meeting Website         ¶ Online Registration         ¶ Agenda

■ APTLD News

 

Members

(.LK  LK Domain Registry)

The Ethics of Sharing Videos Without Permission

https://blog.domains.lk/2025/03/the-ethics-of-sharing-videos-without.html

 

(.NZ internetNZ)

InternetNZ’s proposed constitution released

https://internetnz.nz/news-and-articles/internetnzs-proposed-constitution-released/

 

Proposed constitution to be voted on at SGM InternetNZ

https://internetnz.nz/news-and-articles/proposed-constitution-to-be-voted-on-at-sgm-internetnz/

 

(.QA CRA)

CRA Launches Public Consultation on the Review of Qatar’s ICT Competition Framework

https://www.cra.gov.qa/en/press-releases/cra-launches-public-consultation-on-the-review-of-qatar-ict-competition-framework

 

CRA Launches Public Consultation on the Standard Offer for Access to Submarine Cable Landing Stations in Qatar

https://www.cra.gov.qa/press-releases/cra-launches-public-consultation-on-the-standard-offer

 

(.SB Solomon Telekom Company Ltd)

Our Telekom To Host The Pacific Islands Telecommunications Association (PITA) Annual General Meeting In Honiara

https://www.ourtelekom.com.sb/news/latest-news/our-telekom-to-host-the-pacific-islands-telecommunications-association-pita-annual-general-meeting-in-honiara/

 

(.SG SGNIC)

SGNIC-Q-25004: Invitation To Quote (ITQ) for leasing laptops and accessories

https://www.sgnic.sg/announcements/sgnic-news/announcement-details/2025/02/20/sgnic-q-25004–invitation-to-quote-(itq)-for-leasing-laptops-and-accessories

 

(.TW TWNIC)

TWNIC Engagement Forum: Trust in Every Click

https://blog.twnic.tw/en/2025/03/10/30964/

 

(.UZ UZINFOCOM)

The Future of DNS and the Development of International Cooperation at the ICANN 82 Forum

https://cctld.uz/news/?detail=1567

 

BLOCKCHAIN HACKATHON 2025 IN HONOR OF THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE .UZ DOMAIN

https://cctld.uz/news/?detail=1566

 

THE .UZ ADMINISTRATION PARTICIPATED IN THE UNESCO ADVISORY COUNCIL ON INTERNET UNIVERSALITY INDICATORS

https://cctld.uz/news/?detail=1565

 

(.AM  ISOC.AM)

Armenia: Leading the Way in Female Involvement in IT

https://www.isoc.am/armenia-leading-the-way-in-female-involvement-in-it/

 

The story of .am and the Introduction of the Internet to Armenia

https://www.isoc.am/the-story-of-am-and-the-introduction-of-the-internet-to-armenia/

 

(.DE DENIC)

Current Happenings in the Internet Governance Context in in February 2025

https://blog.denic.de/en/current-happenings-in-the-internet-governance-context-in-in-february-2025/

 

(it.com)

11 Secrets of Irresistible Media Pitching from ex-VentureBeat, CNET Journalist Emil Protalinski

https://get.it.com/blog/11-secrets-of-irresistible-media-pitching-from-ex-venturebeat-cnet-journalist-emil-protalinski/

 

How To Launch a Website for an IT Startup: A 3-Step Guide

https://get.it.com/blog/how-to-launch-a-website-for-an-it-startup-a-3-step-guide/

 

Industry News Digest: February 2025

https://get.it.com/blog/industry-news-digest-february-2025/

 

(.RU Coordination Center for TLD .RU/.РФ)

“This year, the world will unite to make important decisions on internet governance”

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37672/

 

9th Information Security and Children conference kicks off

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37664/

 

Technophobia: Fearing the Future

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37655/

 

Regulation on Accreditation amended

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37657/

 

Applications for RIGF 2025 Youth Special Course close on March 10

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37656/

 

ICANN 82 Forum kicks off on March 8

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37632/

 

(WhoisXML API)

February 2025: Domain Activity Highlights

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/blog/february-2025-domain-activity-highlights

 

What Is RDAP (and Why It’s More Important Now Than Ever)

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/blog/what-is-rdap

 

Enhance Response Speed for Historical Domain Records with the skipLiveWhois API Parameter

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/blog/enhance-response-speed-for-historical-domain-records-with-the-skiplivewhois-api-parameter

 

A DNS Investigation of SEO Manipulation via Bad Seed BadIIS

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/threat-reports/a-dns-investigation-of-seo-manipulation-via-bad-seed-badiis

 

Sneaking a Peek into the Inner DNS Workings of Sneaky 2FA

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/threat-reports/sneaking-a-peek-into-the-inner-dns-workings-of-sneaky-2fa

 

Others

EU Policy Update – February 2025

https://www.centr.org/news/eu-updates/eu-policy-update-february-2025.html

 

APNIC Academy — 2024 in review

https://blog.apnic.net/2025/03/17/apnic-academy-2024-in-review/

 

RouteViews Peering Policy updated

https://blog.apnic.net/2025/03/14/routeviews-peering-policy-updated/

 

Event Wrap: APAN 59

https://blog.apnic.net/2025/03/14/event-wrap-apan-59/

 

Botnets never die

https://blog.apnic.net/2025/03/13/botnets-never-die/

 

IPv6 is hard

https://blog.apnic.net/2025/03/11/ipv6-is-hard/

 

Event Wrap: MyAPIGA 2025

https://blog.apnic.net/2025/03/11/event-wrap-myapiga-2025/

 

Building a host telemetry solution using Tailscale

https://blog.apnic.net/2025/03/10/building-a-host-telemetry-solution-using-tailscale/

 

Updates on APNIC 60, APNIC 62, and APRICOT 2026

https://blog.apnic.net/2025/03/07/updates-on-apnic-60-apnic-62-and-apricot-2026/

 

Apply now for the 2025 APNIC Fellowship program

https://blog.apnic.net/2025/03/06/apply-now-for-the-2025-apnic-fellowship-program/

 

[Podcast] Night of the BGP zombies

https://blog.apnic.net/2025/03/06/podcast-night-of-the-bgp-zombies/

 

Internet Society Extends Multi-Year Partnership with Meta and Announces Connectivity Co-Funding Initiative

https://www.internetsociety.org/news/press-releases/2025/internet-society-extends-multi-year-partnership-with-meta-and-announces-connectivity-co-funding-initiative/

 

ITU Global Youth Summit places young people at the heart of digital transformation

https://www.itu.int/en/mediacentre/Pages/PR-2025-03-13-global-youth-summit-cuba.aspx

 

ITU’s Partner2Connect Digital Coalition reaches USD 73 billion in connectivity pledges

https://www.itu.int/en/mediacentre/Pages/PR-2025-03-04-Mobile-World-Congress.aspx

 

Africa’s Digital Darkness: Internet Shutdowns Reach Record High

https://circleid.com/posts/africas-digital-darkness-internet-shutdowns-reach-record-high

 

Massive Cyber Assault on X: Musk Hints at Foreign Involvement

https://circleid.com/posts/massive-cyber-assault-on-x-musk-hints-at-foreign-involvement

 

Lack of Broadband Competition Leads to Higher Prices in Most U.S. Counties

https://circleid.com/posts/lack-of-broadband-competition-leads-to-higher-prices-in-most-us-counties

 

“No timeline” to retire Soviet Union from the DNS

https://domainincite.com/30895-no-timeline-to-retire-soviet-union-from-the-dns

 

ICANN to kill off 60-day domain transfer lock

https://domainincite.com/30891-icann-to-kill-off-60-day-domain-transfer-lock

 

Lancaster bags up its dot-brand

https://domainincite.com/30889-lancaster-bags-up-its-dot-brand

 

Google readying its next batch of gTLD launches?

https://domainincite.com/30887-google-readying-its-next-batch-of-gtld-launches

 

NomCom confirms Americans rejected from ICANN board

https://domainincite.com/30881-nomcom-confirms-americans-rejected-from-icann-board

 

Nova announces $45 million of new gTLD applications

https://domainincite.com/30879-nova-announces-45-million-of-new-gtld-applications

 

Registry makes .ai an option for Koreans

https://domainincite.com/30876-registry-makes-ai-an-option-for-koreans

 

it.com now bigger than Guatemala

https://domainincite.com/30874-it-com-now-bigger-than-guatemala

 

ICANN turns to AI and crowdsourcing for new gTLD program

https://domainincite.com/30869-icann-turns-to-ai-and-crowdsourcing-for-new-gtld-program

 

Amazon lawyer DiBiase elected to ICANN board

https://domainincite.com/30857-amazon-lawyer-dibiase-elected-to-icann-board

 

Is .io safe now? Identity Digital now running Mauritian ccTLD

https://domainincite.com/page/2

 

Tucows quits ICANN’s Whois disclosure pilot

https://domainincite.com/30842-tucows-quits-icanns-whois-disclosure-pilot

 

You are here: Home / news / ICANN Announces Locations for two Future Meetings

ICANN Announces Locations for two Future Meetings

https://www.internetnews.me/2025/03/15/icann-announces-locations-for-two-future-meetings/

 

DNS Belgium Opens Call for Registrar Forum

https://www.internetnews.me/2025/03/04/dns-belgium-opens-call-for-registrar-forum/

 

Social Media

Member Presented APTLD research on emerging technologies on behalf of Working Group on Research in DNS Next-Generation (RDNG)

– Explored blockchain and NFT applications in domain registration

– Showcased case studies from .UZ and India

– Discussed potential future of domain registration using blockchain

Thank you for your contribution & representing APTLD @ICANN82

#APTLD #ICANN82 #DNSNextGen #BlockchainDomains #NFTDomains #EmergingTech #RDNG #DomainInnovation #TechResearch #InternetGovernance #DNSFuture #APTLDResearch

 

Calling all APAC community, come join the APAC Space, your space to discuss issues and network. Refer here for the agenda and slides >> https://go.icann.org/41ERHOY #ICANN #APAC

 

Our 2025 #ORGInAction features are live! Get to know these 4 incredible .ORGs, Linens N Love, Penta, Custom Collaborative, and A Forever Home Rescue Foundation today by visiting

 

Stephen Deerhake, a long-time member of the #ICANN community, is the recipient of the 2025 ICANN Community Excellence Award. #ICANN82

 

APTLD88 is coming to Belgrade!

Join us for the 88th APTLD Members Meeting on September 8–11, 2025, hosted by @rnids Регистар националног Интернет домена Србије – РНИДС! This rare opportunity outside the Asia-Pacific region brings together ccTLD leaders for networking, training, and industry insights.

Save the date & register now! [APTLD88 website – https://www.aptld.events/88]

#APTLD88 #APTLD #DomainIndustry #ccTLD #Networking #AsiaPacific #Belgrade2025 @apltdevent

 

The #ICANN82 newsletter is here! Find key updates, important reminders, and everything you need to prepare for the Community Forum in Seattle from 8–13 March. Stay informed and get ready for the meeting. Read it now >> go.icann.org/3FbmpaX #ICANN

 

Want to level up your fundraising strategy? Join the Fundraising Forward webinar with Charity Digital on March 20th to explore key trends shaping charitable giving in 2025!

Learn about the latest trends in donor behavior, how to leverage technology for better engagement, and strategies to build lasting relationships with supporters. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader or a passionate donor, this session will equip you with actionable insights to maximize your impact. Learn more: https://pir.org/…/charity-digital-fundraising-trends…/

 

InternetNZ’s Proposed Constitution has been released

Take a look at this media release, which highlights how we’ve worked to ensure our governance structure better reflects and serves all communities who use the Internet in New Zealand.

 

We are thrilled to announce that several of our valued customers have been selected as winners in the RevUp & Register Campaign 2024! Their achievements highlight the growing impact of Malaysian businesses in the digital space.

Winning Domain Names:

lusano.com.my

zbomhome.com.my

ayraeryna.com.my

A huge congratulations to the winners! We also extend our gratitude to MYNIC for organizing this fantastic event, fostering innovation and digital growth in Malaysia.

Venue: Cindai Ballroom, Cyberview Resort & Spa, Cyberjaya

Date: 4th March 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Register your domain name now

https://datakl.com/domain.php

Let’s continue building a stronger digital future together! #DataKL #RevUpAndRegister #MYNIC #DigitalMalaysia

 

This year marks a significant milestone in shaping the future of global internet governance, with the WSIS+20 Review and the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) taking centre stage.

Decisions made in United Nations processes will determine whether the collaborative, inclusive multi-stakeholder approach to shaping the internet’s future will continue, or be replaced by increased inter-governmental decision-making.

auDA’s goal remains unchanged – to protect and strengthen multi-stakeholder decision-making and discussions that are the foundation of the free, open secure and global internet we all rely on every day.

Learn why 2025 is one of the most important years in internet governance to date, and our plans to uphold the multi-stakeholder model: https://www.auda.org.au/…/2025-a-pivotal-year-for…/

 

Introducing CleanDNS Editorials: Insights from the people on the front lines of the fight against DNS Abuse.

Read on for a look at common discussions surrounding DNS Abuse, and the tendency to focus solely on volume of reports, when in actuality remediation and disruption efforts measure impact by a far better metric.

Check out the first installment of CleanDNS Editorials below, written by our very own Alan Woods.

https://cleandns.com/editorials-dont-rain-on-their-parade/

 

**2025 ISIF Asia Grants – Key Dates & Info**

The **ISIF Asia Grants Program** supports innovative Internet solutions across the Asia-Pacific region, focusing on inclusion, infrastructure, and knowledge development. Funding is available for research, deployment, and capacity-building projects.

### **Key Dates:**

**Applications Open:** Feb 18, 2025

**Pre-registration Deadline:** Apr 2, 2025

**Application Deadline:** Apr 4, 2025 (11:59 PM UTC+10)

**Review Period:** Apr – May 2025

**Due Diligence:** Jun – Jul 2025

**Grants Announced:** Sep 2025

### **Grant Categories:**

**Inclusion:** Expanding Internet access & services

**Infrastructure:** Improving network speed, security & costs

**Knowledge:** Capacity building & research on Internet operations

**Special Grants:** IPv6 Deployment & Environmental Impact of the Internet

### **Who Can Apply?**

– Public & private sector, academia, non-profits, and social enterprises

– Organizations from the **APNIC** service region (Asia-Pacific economies)

– New applicants encouraged; pre-registration required before applying

**More Info & Apply:** [ISIF Asia Grants](https://apnic.foundation/isif-asia/apply-for-funding/)

#ISIFAsia #InternetInnovation #APTLD #AsiaPacific #DigitalDevelopment

 

 

 

Follow APTLD’s Facebook and Twits!

For all Facebook posts:  https://www.facebook.com/pg/aptld/posts/
and Twits: https://twitter.com/APTLDnews

 

ICANN

ICANN Announces ICANN85 and ICANN88 Locations, Registration Opens for ICANN83

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-announces-icann85-and-icann88-locations-registration-opens-for-icann83-13-03-2025-en

 

2025 ICANN Community Excellence Award Honors Stephen Deerhake

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/2025-icann-community-excellence-award-honors-stephen-deerhake-10-03-2025-en

 

ICANN Update on AFRINIC Receiver Appointment

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-update-on-afrinic-receiver-appointment-09-03-2025-en

 

Shaping the Future of DNS: Join the 2025 Middle East DNS Forum in Bahrain

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/shaping-the-future-of-dns-join-the-2025-middle-east-dns-forum-in-bahrain-05-03-2025-en

 

ICANN RFP: Dispute Resolution Service Providers for the Next Round

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-rfp-dispute-resolution-service-providers-for-the-next-round-05-03-2025-en

 

(ccNSO)

Share Your Feedback on the ccNSO Members Meeting at ICANN82: Help Shape Future ccNSO Meetings

https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-12mar25-en.htm

 

Current ICANN Public Consultations

(Open Proceedings)

Proposed Updates to the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews

https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/proposed-updates-to-the-operating-standards-for-specific-reviews-23-12-2024

 

Fourth Proceeding for Proposed Language for Draft Sections of Next Round AGB

https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/fourth-proceeding-for-proposed-language-for-draft-sections-of-next-round-agb-14-02-2025

 

(Pending Reports)

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

 

ICANN FY26–30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets

https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/icann-fy2630-operating-financial-plan-icanniana-fy26-op-plans-budgets-17-12-2024

 

Draft PTI FY26 Operating Plan and Budget

https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/draft-pti-fy26-operating-plan-and-budget-17-12-2024

 

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