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APTLD Newsletter (25 November 2024)

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APTLD Updates:

■ Next APTLD Meeting: APTLD87 Members Meeting, Hong Kong S.A.R., 10-13 February, 2025
   ¶ Meeting Website         ¶ Online Registration         ¶ Agenda 

■ APTLD News

Letter from DSPWG Chair to APTLD Board Chair

A Letter of Thanks to DSPWG

APTLD87 Fellows Selected

Members

(.AU auDA) 

Advancing global internet governance

https://www.auda.org.au/news-insights/blog/advancing-global-internet-governance/

 

Building auDA’s online presence: behind the website launch

https://www.auda.org.au/news-insights/blog/building-audas-online-presence-behind-the-website-launch/

 

(.HK HKIRC)

Hong Kong’s First Reality Cyber Security Attack and Defense Exercise “Attack to Build Defense 2024” Officially Launched Today (Chinese Only)

https://www.hkirc.hk/en/news-insights/press-release/cybersec_drill_2024/

 

Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited warmly responds to the “Outline for the Development of Hong Kong Park in the Shenzhen-Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Co-operation Zone in the Loop” (Chinese Only)

https://www.hkirc.hk/en/news-insights/press-release/hetao/

 

(.LK  LK Domain Registry)

National Digital Strategy

 https://blog.domains.lk/

 

(.MY MYNIC)

Scheduled system maintenance

https://mynic.my/media/announcements/scheduled-system-maintenance_

 

(.QA CRA)

Qatar Strengthens Global Postal Development at UPU Council of Administration Session

https://www.cra.gov.qa/en/press-releases/qatar-strengthens-global-postal-development-at-upu-council-of-administration-session

 

(.SG SGNIC)

SGNIC-Q-24007: Invitation to Quote (ITQ) for an Information Security Awareness Training and Simulated Phishing Platform for up to Five (5) Years

https://www.sgnic.sg/announcements/sgnic-news/announcement-details/2024/09/23/sgnic-q-24007–invitation-to-quote-(itq)-for-an-information-security-awareness-training-and-simulated-phishing-platform-for-up-to-five-(5)-years

 

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-24011: 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/2024/11/11/sgnic-t-24008–invitation-to-tender-(itt)-for-the-provision-of-consulting-services-for-cybersecurity-risk-assessment–cybersecurity-tabletop-exercise-and-business-continuity-mana

 

SGNIC-Q-24008: Invitation To Quote (ITQ) for the provision of a managed Primary Authoritative DNS Service with maintenance and support

https://www.sgnic.sg/announcements/sgnic-news/announcement-details/2024/11/13/sgnic-q-24008–invitation-to-quote-(itq)-for-the-provision-of-a-managed-primary-authoritative-dns-service-with-maintenance-and-support

 

(.TW TWNIC)

TWNIC signed a statement on Global Digital Compact 3rd Revision jointly with world technical community coalition

https://blog.twnic.tw/en/2024/11/22/30566/

 

Taiwan Network Information Center Stakeholder Survey 2024

https://blog.twnic.tw/en/2024/11/12/30740/

 

 (.UZ UZINFOCOM)

UZINFOCOM Participates in the International Devcon Conference

https://cctld.uz/news/?detail=1556

 

The Administration of .UZ Domain and ccNSO Council Members, Led by the Council Chair, Discussed Cooperation Prospects at the ICANN81 Annual General Meeting

https://cctld.uz/news/?detail=1555

 

The .UZ Domain Administration delivered a report at the main event of the ICANN81 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

https://cctld.uz/news/?detail=1554

 

(.VU TRBR)

October News Updates

https://www.trbr.vu/public-register/publications/latest-news/932-october-news-updates

 

(it.com)

Reel Talk: How to Tell Your Brand Story With Video – Justin Serran, Video Editor

https://get.it.com/blog/reel-talk-how-to-tell-your-brand-story-with-video-justin-serran-video-editor/

 

ICANN81 Annual General Meeting

https://get.it.com/blog/icann81-annual-general-meeting/

 

Hans Niemann Sets New Record at Web Summit for Largest Online Simultaneous Chess Match, Defeats Global Opponents

https://get.it.com/blog/hans-niemann-sets-new-record-at-web-summit-for-largest-online-simultaneous-chess-match-defeats-global-opponents/

 

it.com Domains at Web Summit 2024 in Lisbon

https://get.it.com/blog/it-com-domains-at-web-summit-2024-in-lisbon/

 

Domain Days Dubai 2024

https://get.it.com/blog/domain-days-dubai-2024/

 

(.ME  DoMEn)

GiveBlood.me – A Vital Mission with a Standout .ME Domain

https://domain.me/giveblood-me-a-vital-mission-with-a-standout-me-domain/

 

GiveBlood.me – A Vital Mission with a Standout .ME Domain

https://domain.me/giveblood-me-a-vital-mission-with-a-standout-me-domain/

 

(.MX Dominos.mx)

5 artificial intelligence applications that every entrepreneur should know about

https://www.dominios.mx/5-artificial-intelligence-applications-that-every-entrepreneur-should-know-about/

 

How to take advantage of market trends to innovate in your business

https://www.dominios.mx/how-to-take-advantage-of-market-trends-to-innovate-in-your-business/

 

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

“A malicious domain is blocked in an average of 13.9 hours – setting a world record!”

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37115/

 

Legal Prompt 2025 begins

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37130/

 

The number of registrations in Indonesia’s .ID domain surpasses 1 million

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/industry/37116/

 

Americans trust .COM domain most of all

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/industry/37117/

 

ICANN81 conference engages in open dialogue with national registries

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37109/

 

National registries share their updates at ICANN81

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/industry/37108/

 

Donald Trump may save .IO domain

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/industry/37106/

 

New version of Procedure Guidelines for Domain Name Dispute Resolution

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37104/

 

ICANN81: DNSSEC security and implementation issues

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/industry/37105/

 

ICANN81 focuses on Universal Acceptance

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37091/

 

.ORG domain registrations exceed 11 million

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/industry/37090/

 

ICANN81 hosts its traditional TechDay

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/industry/37089/

 

“We are witnessing a rapid transformation of the internet”

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37076/

 

Second stage of “Study the Internet – Govern It” Championship 2024 kicks off

https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37078/

 

(WhoisXML API)

Managing a Passive DNS Database Using PostgreSQL

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/blog/managing-a-passive-dns-database-using-postgresql

 

Managing a Passive DNS Database Using Apache Cassandra

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/blog/managing-a-passive-dns-database-using-apache-cassandra

 

October 2024: Domain Activity Highlights

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/blog/october-2024-domain-activity-highlights

 

DNS Database Download Is Now Reinforced with Wildcard and Active Fields

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/blog/dns-database-download-is-now-reinforced-with-wildcard-and-active-fields

 

102 – Domain Statuses and What They Mean

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/wxa-academy/domain-statuses-and-what-they-mean

 

101 – The Domain Name Life Cycle + Intro to WHOIS History

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/wxa-academy/domain-name-life-cycle-intro-to-whois-history

 

100 – Introduction to Whois

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/wxa-academy/introduction-to-whois

 

Exploring the SideWinder APT Group’s DNS Footprint

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/threat-reports/exploring-the-sidewinder-apt-groups-dns-footprint

 

A DNS Deep Dive into FUNNULL’s Triad Nexus

https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/threat-reports/a-dns-deep-dive-into-funnulls-triad-nexus

Others

Is it bandwidth or latency?

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/25/is-it-bandwidth-or-latency/

 

Just how widely adopted is IPv6 in Australia?

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/21/just-how-widely-adopted-is-ipv6-in-australia/

 

New on Orbit: Enhanced community features

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/20/new-on-orbit-enhanced-community-features/

 

Event Wrap: IETF 121

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/25/event-wrap-ietf-121/

 

Just how widely adopted is IPv6 in Australia?

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/21/just-how-widely-adopted-is-ipv6-in-australia/

 

Event Wrap: HKNOG 13.0

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/21/event-wrap-hknog-13-0/

 

New on Orbit: Enhanced community features

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/20/new-on-orbit-enhanced-community-features/

 

Event Wrap: auIGF 2024

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/20/event-wrap-auigf-2024/

 

Event Wrap: RIPE 89

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/20/event-wrap-ripe-89/

 

Notes from DNS OARC 43

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/19/notes-from-dns-oarc-43/

 

Event Wrap: NANOG 92

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/19/event-wrap-nanog-92/

 

Jen Linkova receives the final Itojun Service Award at IETF 121

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/19/jen-linkova-receives-the-final-itojun-service-award-at-ietf-121/

 

War story: RPKI is working as intended

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/18/war-story-rpki-is-working-as-intended/

 

Event Wrap: KRNOG 2.0

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/18/event-wrap-krnog-2-0/

 

Event Wrap: 42nd TWNIC IP Open Policy Meeting

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/18/event-wrap-42nd-twnic-ip-open-policy-meeting/

 

Event Wrap: VNIX-NOG 2024

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/15/event-wrap-vnix-nog-2024/

 

GPON power budget calculations

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/14/gpon-power-budget-calculations/

 

[Podcast] The IPv6 transition

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/14/podcast-the-ipv6-transition/

 

The IXP — a privileged observation point, the airport of the Internet

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/13/the-ixp-a-privileged-observation-point-the-airport-of-the-internet/

 

Out-of-Band network design for service provider networks

https://blog.apnic.net/2024/11/12/out-of-band-network-design-for-service-provider-networks/

 

EU Policy Update – October 2024

https://www.centr.org/news/eu-updates/eu-policy-update-october-2024.html

 

Declaration on Green Digital Action strengthens digital tech’s commitment to take on the climate crisis

https://www.itu.int/en/mediacentre/Pages/PR-2024-11-16-cop29-declaration-green-digital-action.aspx

 

Biden Administration to Back UN Cybercrime Treaty Amid Controversy

https://circleid.com/posts/biden-administration-to-back-un-cybercrime-treaty-amid-controversy

 

Wi-Fi 8: Beyond Speed, Towards Seamless Connectivity

https://circleid.com/posts/wi-fi-8-beyond-speed-towards-seamless-connectivity

 

COP29 Digitalisation Day ‘hardwires’ the digital technology sector for climate action

https://www.itu.int/en/mediacentre/Pages/PR-2024-11-16-cop29-declaration-green-digital-action.aspx

 

COP29: Digital tech to pledge for reduced climate footprint and increased action at the first-ever Digitalisation Day

https://www.itu.int/en/mediacentre/Pages/MA-2024-11-15-green-digital-action-cop29-climate-crisis.aspx

 

.id joins the million-domain club

https://domainincite.com/30555-id-joins-the-million-domain-club

 

GoDaddy’s .xxx contract renewed

https://domainincite.com/30552-godaddys-xxx-contract-renewed

 

Twitter clone Bluesky has one feature domain people should like

https://domainincite.com/30549-twitter-clone-bluesky-has-one-feature-domain-people-should-like

 

ICANN confirms two bans on new gTLD gaming

https://domainincite.com/30538-icann-confirms-two-bans-on-new-gtld-gaming

 

eBay slogan domain no longer has a BIN price

https://domainincite.com/30536-ebay-slogan-domain-no-longer-has-a-bin-price

 

Will Donald Trump be .io’s white knight?

https://domainincite.com/30531-will-donald-trump-be-ios-white-knight

 

As customers flee legacy gTLDs, .org tops 11 million names

https://domainincite.com/30526-as-customers-flee-legacy-gtlds-org-tops-11-million-names

 

Company accidentally puts porn domain on kids’ toys

https://domainincite.com/30524-company-accidentally-puts-porn-domain-on-kids-toys

Social Media

Website migration guidelines from it.com Domains

 

A good question from The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA)

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Check out how AUDA – .au Domain Administration carries out it’s core mission

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It’s Critical Infrastructure Security Month. auDA is endorsed by the Australian Government to administer the .au domain name system – critical Australian infrastructure – which underpins the internet and enables delivery of digital services and communications in Australia.

Read how auDA works to maintain a secure, trusted and reliable .au for the benefit of all Australians in our A Secure .au report: https://www.auda.org.au/news-events…/reporting/au-insights #CISM24

 

APIGA Australia completed! Reports AUDA – .au Domain Administration

 

ISOC.am produced a documentary on the Registry’s background —video

 

New cybersecurity tips and tricks in the comics format from HKIRC

 

More malicious groups’ footprints now under Whois API, LLC ‘s magnifying glass

#SideWinder, a 13-year-old #APT group known for targeting Asian military and government institutions, has amassed a massive network over time. The WhoisXML API research team sought to find out just how vast its reach is by expanding a list of 100 IoCs shared by Kaspersky. Our analysis uncovered:

– Six email-connected domains

– 22 IP addresses, 20 of which turned out to be malicious

– 176 IP-connected domains, 130 of which turned out to be associated with various threats

– 370 string-connected domains, 21 of which have already figured in malicious campaigns

 

National Internet Exchange of India conducts a webinar on next-gen IP resources

Security is key in the IPv6 era! Join our webinar to explore best practices and strategies for securing your network with next-gen IP resource. Don’t miss out—register now! –

https://nixi1.webex.com/…/rc50236a7500778dea4833a167a23…

Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India Digital India National e-Governance Division Press Information Bureau – PIB, Government of India

 

We’ve been waiting for this to happen and finally it did happen. Well done, PANDI and welcome to the millionaire club!

 

Check out it.com Domains ‘s new take on the ancient game –video

We did it!

Yesterday’s game #HansNiemannVsYou was a real blast! We are so happy and proud

A huge thank you to Hans Niemann, James Canty, Web Summit, World Chess and everyone who participated!

 

Public Interest Registry holds a community event soon

We are excited to be hosting this event with our friends at Community Boost Consulting and Spur Local! Join us at our next networking event in DC on 11/19 from 5-7:30pm. Sign up to join here: https://pp.events/dcclub

MYNIC Berhad : the 2024 DNSSEC Forum is nearly there

 

National Internet Exchange of India :blasts from the recent past

The theme of ICANN81, held in Istanbul, centers on advancing a multilingual and inclusive Internet. This focus aligns closely with ICANN’s ongoing initiatives to promote Universal Acceptance (UA) and Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs). These initiatives are important as they support the digital inclusion of diverse linguistic communities, enabling users to navigate the web in their local languages and scripts.

Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India Digital India ICANN Internet Society IGF – Internet Governance Forum 

 

The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) shares its contrubution to the nation’s effort to further the nation’s digital transformation

 

AUDA – .au Domain Administration to revamp it’s portal soon

auDA is soon launching a new website to support our role as administrator of the .au and provide an improved user experience. We chatted with the website project team about the design approach, technical uplift and accessibility improvements that informed our new website’s development. You can read about it in our latest blog: https://www.auda.org.au/blog/building-audas-online-presence-behind-website-launch

 

Yet another deep dive into cybersecurity challenges from Whois API, LLC

Threat actors weaponize legitimate #cybersecurity tools for illicit gain. NetSupport Manager was compromised to produce the #NetSupport #RAT. Cisco Talos named 9 domains as IoCs. WhoisXML API found 1,200+ other artifacts. Get the lowdown in: https://circleid.com/posts/a-dns-deep-dive-into-the-netsupport-rat-campaign

 

AUDA – .au Domain Administration discerns and delivers key messages from #icann81

Join our upcoming webinar to hear about the key issues discussed at ICANN81 and gain insights into the major takeaways from this year’s Policy Forum. Speakers include Annaliese Williams, Ian Sheldon, Justine Chew, Ram Mohan and Ashley Heineman. Learn more and register via the auDA website: https://www.auda.org.au/events/auda-webinar-icann81-debrief

 

it.com Domains ‘s marketing gurus will surely guide you on the way to market success

 

Looks like Yagona integrator Uzinfocom is as good at ping pong as they are at domain names management

 

A new training program for the community from National Internet Exchange of India

Transforming lives through digital mastery. NIXI teamed up with Mahananda Welfare Society to deliver cutting-edge digital training, equipping individuals with the skills to thrive in the digital world. Together, we’re crafting a future of innovation and opportunity. Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India Digital India Mahananda Welfare Society #NIXI #Mahananda #ProgressiveFuture #CSR

 

it.com Domains makes it really fast: now they are in Lisbon- and for a good cause

We are at Web Summit in Lisbon!

It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, exchange experiences and learn something new.

For now, have a look at our chess-styled booth. We cannot admire it enough.

 

AUDA – .au Domain Administration reviews the recent developments in the IG sphere

Over recent months the internet governance landscape has seen a series of significant developments. auDA is pleased to have been involved in key forums and discussions, advocating for the multi-stakeholder model of internet governance, both regionally and internationally. Read our latest blog to find out more: https://www.auda.org.au/blog/advancing-global-internet-governance

 

CleanDNS: the pledge worth sharing

 

Yagona integrator Uzinfocom has launched the official Telegram channel “t.me/cctld” with the username @cctld to cover key events in the domain industry

https://cctld.uz/news/?detail=1552

 

 

 

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 CIP-CCG Seeks Input on New Framework

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-cip-ccg-seeks-input-on-new-framework-21-11-2024-en

 

ICANN Opens New gTLD Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-opens-new-gtld-registry-service-provider-evaluation-program-19-11-2024-en

 

ICANN Opens Application Period for New gTLD Applicant Support Program

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-opens-application-period-for-new-gtld-applicant-support-program-19-11-2024-en

 

ICANN81 Governmental Advisory Committee Communiqué Now Available

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann81-governmental-advisory-committee-communique-now-available-18-11-2024-en

 

ICANN Publishes Three Additional Second-Level Reference Label Generation Rules

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-publishes-three-additional-second-level-reference-label-generation-rules-14-11-2024-en

 

ICANN Publishes Second-Level LGRs with Full Variant Set

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-publishes-second-level-lgrs-with-full-variant-set-12-11-2024-en

 

Rodrigue Guiguemde Honored with Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/rodrigue-guiguemde-honored-with-dr-tarek-kamel-award-for-capacity-building-11-11-2024-en

 

The Chagos Archipelago and the .io domain

https://www.icann.org/en/blogs/details/the-chagos-archipelago-and-the-io-domain-14-11-2024-en

 

12 Things You Didn’t Know About Seattle: A Preview for ICANN82

https://www.icann.org/en/blogs/details/12-things-you-didnt-know-about-seattle-a-preview-for-icann82-13-11-2024-en

 

(ccNSO)

The ccNSO Strategic and Operational Planning Standing Committee (SOPC) seeks volunteers

https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-20nov24-en.htm

 

ccNSO Council Meeting Agenda and Resolution Meeting (211)

https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/agenda-draft-resolution-council-14nov24-en.pdf

 

Share Your Feedback on the ccNSO Members Meeting at ICANN81: Help Shape Future ccNSO Meetings

https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-13nov24-en.htm

 

Join the 4 December consultation on ccTLD Data Integration in ICANN’s Metrica Platform

https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-11nov24-en.htm

Current ICANN Public Consultations

(Open Proceedings)

ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct on SOIs and General Ethics Policy

https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/icann-community-participant-code-of-conduct-on-sois-and-general-ethics-policy-16-10-2024

 

Proposed Internet Coordination Policy 2 (ICP-2) Version 2 Principles

https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/proposed-internet-coordination-policy-2-icp-2-version-2-principles-08-10-2024

 

Proposed Revisions to Community Anti-Harassment Policy

https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/proposed-revisions-to-community-anti-harassment-policy-04-11-2024

 

Continuous Improvement Program Framework

https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/continuous-improvement-program-framework-21-11-2024

 

(Pending Reports)

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

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

 

Recommendations for the (de-)selection of IDNccTLDs and related variants

https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/recommendations-for-the-de-selection-of-idncctlds-and-related-variants-08-10-2024

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