APTLD Newsletter (20 January 2025)
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■ Next APTLD Meeting: APTLD87 Members Meeting, Hong Kong S.A.R., 10-13 February, 2025
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Members
(.BH TRA)
TRA Approves Wholesale Price Changes to Boost Fibre Broadband Speeds in Bahrain
(.LK LK Domain Registry)
Transforming Daily Life with Intelligent Innovation
https://blog.domains.lk/2025/01/transforming-daily-life-with.html
(.QA CRA)
CRA and Google Collaborate to Showcase Qatar’s Landmarks and Drive Digital Innovation with Street View in Google Maps
https://www.cra.gov.qa/en/press-releases/cra-and-google-collaborate-to-showcase-qatar-landmarks
(.TW TWNIC)
TWNIC is calling youths to join the Camp and learn more about Internet governance.
https://blog.twnic.tw/en/2025/01/13/30849/
(.UZ UZINFOCOM)
Results of the First Month of the Auction for Released Domain Names in the .UZ Domain
https://cctld.uz/news/?detail=1562
(.AM ISOC.AM)
Wikimedia Armenia, a partner organization of the Internet Society NGO, is celebrating its 24th anniversary
Digitizing libraries presents an opportunity to organize their operations more effectively
(it.com)
2025 Domain Name Trends
https://get.it.com/blog/2025-domain-name-trends/
How Not to Lose Your Domain Name: Tips for Businesses
https://get.it.com/blog/how-not-to-lose-your-domain-name-tips-for-businesses/
(.ME DoMEn)
How to Turn Your Skills Into Opportunities: A Freelancer’s Roadmap for 2025
https://domain.me/how-to-turn-your-skills-into-opportunities-a-freelancers-roadmap-for-2025/
(.RU Coordination Center for TLD .RU/.РФ)
Russian domains in 2024: record growth and enhanced security
https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37382/
Two weeks remain for IP&IT LAW 2025 internet law contest submissions
https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37380/
RIGF 2025 topics proposals are still welcome
https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37373/
Coordination Center for TLD .RU/.РФ becomes session partner at Infoforum 2025
https://cctld.ru/en/media/news/kc/37366/
(WhoisXML API)
December 2024: Domain Activity Highlights
https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/blog/december-2024-domain-activity-highlights
New Year, Old Threats: What Does the DNS Reveal about 2025?
https://main.whoisxmlapi.com/threat-reports/new-year-old-threats-what-does-the-dns-reveal-about-2025
Others
Mobile Internet prices stable in Papua New Guinea
https://blog.apnic.net/2025/01/17/mobile-internet-prices-stable-in-papua-new-guinea/
IXP from scratch: Part 3 — The peering LAN
https://blog.apnic.net/2025/01/20/ixp-from-scratch-part-3-the-peering-lan/
Event Wrap: IGF 2024
https://blog.apnic.net/2025/01/16/event-wrap-igf-2024/
Reliable IoT network traffic inference
https://blog.apnic.net/2025/01/15/reliable-iot-network-traffic-inference/
How networking technology enables cheating in online exams
https://blog.apnic.net/2025/01/14/how-networking-technology-enables-cheating-in-online-exams/
IP addresses through 2024
https://blog.apnic.net/2025/01/13/ip-addresses-through-2024/
First penguin advantage in cryptography?
https://blog.apnic.net/2025/01/10/first-penguin-advantage-in-cryptography/
Observing the DDoS landscape requires collaboration
https://blog.apnic.net/2025/01/08/observing-the-ddos-landscape-requires-collaboration/
Event Wrap: AFNOG 2, AFSIG 2024, IGFA 2024, and yIGFA 2024
https://blog.apnic.net/2025/01/08/event-wrap-afnog-2-afsig-2024-igfa-2024-and-yigfa-2024/
BGP updates in 2024
https://blog.apnic.net/2025/01/07/bgp-updates-in-2024/
Three of the best: Development
https://blog.apnic.net/2025/01/07/three-of-the-best-development-8/
GoDaddy ordered to stop lying about crappy security
https://domainincite.com/30674-godaddy-ordered-to-stop-lying-about-crappy-security
These are the TLD growers and shrinkers of 2024 (part one)
https://domainincite.com/30664-these-are-the-tld-growers-and-shrinkers-of-2024-part-one
Want to Serve on an ICANN Board or Council?
https://www.internetnews.me/2025/01/16/want-to-serve-on-an-icann-board-or-council/
Spend.com Caught by DropCatch
https://domaininvesting.com/spend-com-caught-by-dropcatch/
GoDaddy: “A product’s been removed from your GoDaddy account”
https://domaininvesting.com/godaddy-a-products-been-removed-from-your-godaddy-account/
Atom.com: “Suspected Phishing” Warning (Update)
https://domaininvesting.com/atom-com-suspected-phishing-warning/
Domain Academy Offering Free “Domain Detox” Webinar
https://domaininvesting.com/domain-academy-offering-free-domain-detox-webinar/
Samba.com Expiry Auction Winning Bid was $143,000
https://domaininvesting.com/samba-com-expiry-auction-winning-bid-143000/
Spaceship Offering .coms Below Wholesale Pricing
https://domaininvesting.com/spaceship-offering-coms-below-wholesale-pricing/
Macro.com Was Acquired for $600k in 2022
https://domaininvesting.com/macro-com-was-acquired-for-600k-in-2022/
My Portfolio is Now 7.5% Non .com with a 10% Goal
https://domaininvesting.com/my-portfolio-is-now-7-5-non-com-with-a-10-goal/
Atom.com Listing Levels Getting Confusing
https://domaininvesting.com/atom-listing-levels-getting-confusing/
Flex – Owning the Singular and Plural Versions of a Domain Name
https://domaininvesting.com/flex-owning-the-singular-and-plural-versions-of-a-domain-name/
AI is still hot in the aftermarket
https://domainnamewire.com/2025/01/17/ai-is-still-hot-in-the-aftermarket/
Google to launch .channel domain in February
https://domainnamewire.com/2025/01/16/google-to-launch-channel-domain-in-february/
$721k of fresh sales from NameJet and SnapNames
https://domainnamewire.com/2025/01/16/721k-of-fresh-sales-from-namejet-and-snapnames/
FTC takes action against GoDaddy over security practices
https://domainnamewire.com/2025/01/15/ftc-takes-action-against-godaddy-over-security-practices/
Indian textiles company tries reverse domain hijacking
https://domainnamewire.com/2025/01/15/indian-textiles-company-tries-reverse-domain-hijacking/
10 new end user domain name sales
https://domainnamewire.com/2025/01/15/10-new-end-user-domain-name-sales-2/
Three things for domain investors to do in January
https://domainnamewire.com/2025/01/14/three-things-for-domain-investors-to-do-in-january/
20 holiday end user domain name sales
https://domainnamewire.com/2025/01/13/20-holiday-end-user-domain-name-sales/
Spaceship offers $4.99 new .com domain registrations and cheap transfers
Digital Infrastructure Investment: Where will the billions come from?
https://www.itu.int/hub/2025/01/digital-infrastructure-investment-where-will-the-billions-come-from/
Digital infrastructure investment: USD 1.6 trillion to close the gap
https://www.itu.int/hub/2025/01/digital-infrastructure-investment-usd-1-6-trillion-to-close-the-gap/
Digital infrastructure investment: Industry players
https://www.itu.int/hub/2025/01/digital-infrastructure-investment-industry-players/
Social Media
National Internet Exchange of India was proud tosponsor the DIGICOM Summit 2025 as an Associate Partner.-picture
Proud to join hands for a brighter digital future! NIXI is excited to sponsor the DIGICOM Summit 2025 as an Associate Partner. Let’s come together to drive growth, empower startups, and pave the way for a digitally inclusive tomorrow.
Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India Digital India National e-Governance Division Press Information Bureau – PIB, Government of India
DGov Academy Graduation Ceremony from The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) -video
VietNam Internet Network Information Center – VNNIC strengthens its coolaboration with partners from Malaysia
MYNIC Berhad extends its outreach to young agriculture start-ups
the .AM’s 30th anniversry of the Internet in Armenia” the celwbration party snapshots –video
National Internet Exchange of India: a major IG initiative inaugurated successfully!
We are proud to have @brand Safety Alliance support #APTLD87 as a Gold Sponsor and work with ccTLDs to improve consumer trust and reduce the cost and burden of high abuse rates. Partnering with BSA’s #GlobalBlock, Registries can proactively prevent trademark abuse and boost the integrity of their namespaces.
MYNIC Berhad extends friendly ties with MY ID
The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) signals the start to a unique contest
A Golden Opportunity to Obtain Digital Excellence!
Registration is now open for the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prizes 2025.
Do you have a project that made a difference in the digital world?
Submit your application and share your project with the world!
Submission Deadline: February 10, 2025
Apply Now: wsis.org/prizes
Don’t miss the chance to be among the best in the digital field!
Public Interest Registry ‘s NetBeacon Institute attempts to find a connection between new gTLDs contractual arrangements and DNS Abuse
The booming. AI has landed on Identity Digital Inc.‘s platform.
Today marks a significant milestone as we’ve officially migrated .ai to the Identity Digital Inc. platform!
This historic migration wouldn’t have been possible without the tremendous support of the Government of Anguilla.
To learn about what this means for the top-level #domain and Anguilla, check out Ram Mohan’s blog: http://www.identity.digital/…/ai-completes-a-historic…
Have you heard of Non-Human Identity? HKIRC‘s most recent Cybersec Wednesday focuses on this new cuberthreat
APNIC‘s 59th APRICOT is nearly there- do not foregt to register!
You can still enjoy a registration discount for #APRICOT2025. Don’t miss the excellent networking opportunities, valuable training, and insights on new Internet technologies, register now: https://2025.apricot.net/register/terms
TRA Bahrain : and more about the role of investment in the industry…
The art of event management is… well, the art….Get first-hand knowledge from the industry expert from it.com Domains
Industry events are a powerful tool for boosting your brand and enhancing your reputation in the IT sector.
Read our interview with Rolandas Japertas, Business Development Manager at it.com Domains, and explore his expert recommendations for startups on how to choose events wisely and make the most of participating in them: https://get.it.com/blog/how-to-make-the-most-out-of-industry-events-a-guide-for-it-startups-from-rolandas-japertas-it-com-domains/
Ket trends on the domains market from Whois API, LLC
New year, new .au?
If you’re thinking of firing up a passion project or a new business idea, chances are you’ll want to share it.
Registering a .au domain name is a great way to show you’re Australian and connect with millions of other people online.
Learn more about the benefits of .au domain names: https://www.auda.org.au/…/benefits-of-au-domain-names/
Here is CleanDNS‘s New Year Resolution. What about yours?
Did you stick to your New Year’s Resolutions? Our 2024 resolution was to make the Internet a safer place by mitigating online harms and reducing future victimization. As we look back on 2024, we are proud to see all that was done in working towards Cleaning Up the Internet for Good!
Stay tuned for the CleanDNS 2024 Year in Review for our full recap of highlights, milestones, and the road ahead.
Saave this date to have your voice heard!
Save the date for the #WSIS+20 High-Level Event 2025—a pivotal moment in the WSIS+20 review.
Registration now open https://itu.int/net4/wsis/forum/2025
To help shape the programme and contribute to the review, take part in the Open Consultation Process!
Don’t miss an important webinar on the future of IANA -picture
Reminder: The IANA 2030 Strategy webinar is just days away! Join us on 14 January 2025 at 16:00 UTC to discuss Public Technical Identifiers’ Draft Strategic Plan for 2025–2030. Don’t miss this chance to share your thoughts. Register here: go.icann.org/4iP3Zfm #ICANN
AUDA – .au Domain Administration is a membership-based organization, did you knnow that?
As a .au member you get to have your say on important matters related to the .au and auDA. You also get access to the .au member portal featuring eLearning modules about .au domain name management, maintaining a secure and accessible website, and more.
Members can log in to the portal here: https://auda.my.site.com/s/login/
If you’re not yet a member, join us for free today: www.auda.org.au/au-members/become-a-au-member/
An Android user? Then do not miss a piece of advice from Whois API, LLC
WhoisXML API found five unreported malicious web properties that could put Android device users at risk of #ToxicPanda infection. Know what they are from: https://circleid.com/…/unraveling-the-dns-connections…
National Internet Exchange of India ‘s CEO talks the future of the Internet
Dr. Devesh Tyagi, CEO NIXI, addressed the key themes of internet governance and future networking at IIGW 2025 in collaboration with COMSNETS 2025, calling for stronger collaboration with industry, academia and researchers to build the next-gen internet. To know more visit: https://www.comsnets.org/
Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India Digital India National e-Governance Division COMSNETS Press Information Bureau – PIB, Government of India
Identity Digital Inc. as a caretaker of. AI
As the popularity of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to skyrocket, ensuring the security of .AI #domains is more important than ever.
Our Chief Strategy Officer, Ram Mohan, explains how Identity Digital Inc. is mastering domain management against cyber threats here: https://www.identity.digital/newsroom/safeguarding-ai-how-identity-digital-is-mastering-domain-management-against-cyber-threats
Are you ready to serve the global community? Then check out the post
The Internet Society is calling for nominations to Public Interest Registry’s (PIR) Board of Directors. Serving on the PIR Board offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of the Internet, influence critical policy decisions, and advance the mission of ensuring an open, accessible, and secure Internet for everyone.
Don’t miss out on being part of this transformative journey, apply now! Nominations are open until February 14, 2025. https://www.internetsociety.org/pir/call-for-nominations/
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