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ROAR Domains

2012-05-14T22:41:29Z

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Far Further

2012-05-14T22:41:00Z

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MLS Domains Association

2012-05-14T22:40:38Z

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Dot Gay Alliance

2012-05-14T22:40:15Z

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DotFree Group

2012-05-14T22:39:39Z

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The International Basketball Association

2012-05-14T22:39:17Z

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Future Spirits

2012-05-14T22:38:54Z

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DNS.be

2012-05-14T22:38:31Z

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Government of New South Wales

2012-05-14T22:38:19Z

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Business Ralliart Inc.

2012-05-14T22:37:49Z

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.gay

2012-05-14T22:36:22Z

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Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications

2012-05-14T22:35:42Z

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.film

2012-05-14T22:34:30Z

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.basketball

2012-05-14T22:34:06Z

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{{TLD|
|logo =
|status = Proposed
|manager = [[FIBA]] in partnership [[Top Level Domain Holdings Ltd.|TLDH]] [[ROAR Domains]], LLC
|country =
|language =
|translation =
|stringcontention =
|registryprovider = [[Minds + Machines]]
|registrations =
|date =
|type = General
|community = basketball community
|keypeople = [[Patrick Baumann]], FIBA Secretary General [[Antony Van Couvering]], CEO of TLDH/Minds + Machines [[Hamish Miller]], Director of ROAR Domains

}}

'''.basketball''' is a new [[gTLD]] proposal submitted to [[ICANN]] by the International Basket Federation ([[FIBA]]) in partnership with [[Top Level Domain Holdings Ltd.|TLDH]] and [[ROAR Domains]], LLC. The proposed .basketball gTLD is intended to promote and protect the sport and the interest of its stakeholders including entities and organizations affiliated with basketball, its players and fans worldwide. Minds and Machines will provide the back-end registry services for the .basket gTLD. <ref>[http://www.fiba.com/pages/eng/fc/news/inte/p/newsid/51390/arti.html PR N°7 - FIBA files application for .BASKETBALL Generic Top-Level Domain]</ref>

==References==
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[[Category:TLD]]

.vlaanderen

2012-05-14T22:33:47Z

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.nagoya

2012-05-14T22:33:20Z

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{{TLD|
|logo =
|status = Proposed
|manager = City of Nagoya
|country = Japan
|language =
|translation =
|stringcontention =
|registryprovider = [[GMO Registry]]
|registrations =
|date =
|type = [[GeoTLD|geographical TLD]]
|community =
|keypeople =
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'''.nagoya''' is one of the new [[GeoTLD|geographical TLD]]s submitted to ICANN under its [[New gTLD Program|new gTLD expansion program. The application was submitted by [[GMO Registry]], which was selected by the City of Nagoya to handle the operations of the .nagoya gTLD registry if approved by the internet governing body. GMO Registry is also responsible in developing strategies to increase the awareness of the .nagoya TLD locally and internationally. <ref>
[http://www.gmo-registry.com/en/gmonews/detail.html?n=2012032212 GMO Registry Receives Letter of Support from City of Nagoya to Operate New generic Top Level Domain, .nagoya]</ref>

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.miami

2012-05-14T22:32:55Z

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{{TLD|
|logo = Dotmiami.JPG‎
|status = Proposed
|manager = City of Miami
|country = USA
|language =
|translation =
|stringcontention = No
|registryprovider = [[Minds + Machines]]
|registrations =
|date =
|type = [[GeoTLD|Geographical TLD]]
|community =
|keypeople = [[Antony Van Couvering]], CEO Minds + Machines
}}

'''.miami''' is new [[GeoTLD|geographical TLD]] proposal submitted to [[ICANN]] by [[Minds + Machines]], which was chosen by the City of Miami to handle its application and to provide the back-end registry solutions.<ref>[http://miamidomain.org/meet-the-miami-applicant/ Minds + Machines chosen for dot MIAMI]</ref>

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[[Category:TLD]]

Government of Victoria

2012-05-14T22:32:20Z

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International Rugby Board

2012-05-14T22:31:51Z

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The Film Registry Inc.

2012-05-14T22:27:06Z

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American Bankers Association

2012-05-14T22:24:32Z

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Kyoto Gakuen University

2012-05-14T22:16:39Z

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City of Gent

2012-05-14T22:16:15Z

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DotFlorida LLC

2012-05-14T22:15:44Z

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Welsh Government

2012-05-14T22:15:26Z

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Unite Berlin

2012-05-14T22:15:04Z

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{{CompanyInfo|
| logo = UniteBerlin.JPG
| type = Subsidiary of [[Minds + Machines]]
| industry = Internet
| founded =
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| country = Germany
| businesses =
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| website = [http://www.uniteberlin.de/ www.uniteberlin.de]
| blog =
| facebook = [http://www.facebook.com/pages/Unite-Berlin-Initiative/198272591509 Unite Berlin Initiative]
| linkedin =
| twitter = Unite Berlin
| keypeople = [[Caspar von Veltheim]], Founder & Managing Director-Minds + Machines GmBh Dr. [[Frederick Krueger]], Founder Minds + Machines GmBh
}}

[[Category:Companies]]

DotBayern

2012-05-14T22:14:31Z

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{{CompanyInfo|
| logo = DotBayern.JPG‎
| type = Association
| industry = Internet
| founded = 2006
| founders = Dr. Mark Bahmann John Kraus Dr. Hermann Vogel Dr. Irene Riedel Mark Eggensperger Aldina Reichardt
| ownership =
| headquarters =
| country = Bavaria
| businesses =
| products =
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| email =
| website = [http://www.punktbayern.de/ www.punktbayern.de]
| blog =
| facebook = [http://www.facebook.com/pages/DotBayern-eV/141813125882633?sk=info DotBayern e.V.]
| linkedin =
| twitter = dotbayern
| keypeople = Dr. [[Mark Bahmann]], Director
}}

India TL Domain

2012-05-14T22:13:56Z

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{{CompanyInfo|
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| type = Privately held
| industry = Internet
| founded =
| founders = Ashok Hiremath
| ownership =
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| country = India
| businesses =
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| website = [http://www.itld.co/ www.itld.co]
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| keypeople = [[Ashok Hiremath]], President
}}

League of Arab States

2012-05-14T22:13:30Z

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{{CompanyInfo|
| logo = League of Arab States.JPG
| type = Organization
| industry = Government & Politics
| founded = March 22, 1945
| founders =
| ownership =
| headquarters = Cairo
| country = Egypt
| businesses =
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| email =
| website = [http://arableagueonline.org arableagueonline.org]
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| keypeople = Dr. [[Nabil El Araby]], Secretary General
}}

UNICEF

2012-05-14T22:13:06Z

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{{CompanyInfo|
| logo = UNICEF.JPG
| type = Organization
| industry = Public Services/Policy Dev't.
| founded = 1946
| founders = United Nations
| ownership =
| headquarters = UNHQ New York
| country = USA
| businesses =
| products =
| employees =
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| email =
| website = [http://www.unicef.org/about/execboard/index.html www.unicef.org]
| blog =
| facebook = [http://www.facebook.com/unicef UNICEF]
| linkedin =
| twitter = UNICEF
| keypeople = Mr. Nicolas Pron, Secretary-Exec. Board
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Scandinavian Airlines System Group

2012-05-14T22:12:42Z

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{{CompanyInfo|
| logo = SAS.JPG
| type = Public Company
| industry = Aviation
| founded = 1946
| founders =
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| headquarters = Stockholm Arlanda Airport 
Sigtuna Municipality
| country = Sweden
| businesses =
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| website = [http://www.flysas.com/# www.flysas.com]
| blog =
| facebook = [http://www.facebook.com/SAS SAS]
| linkedin = [http://www.linkedin.com/company/sas-scandinavian-airlines- SAS (Scandinavian Airlines)]
| twitter = SAS
| keypeople = Rickard Gustafson, CEO
Fritz H. Schur, Chairman
}}

[[Category:Companies]]

IiNET

2012-05-14T22:07:03Z

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{{CompanyInfo|
| logo = Iinet.JPG‎
| type = Public Company
| industry = Telecommunications
| founded = 1993
| founders = Michael Malone 
Michael O'Reilly
| ownership =
| headquarters = Lvl 1, 502 Hay Street 
Subiaco, Western Australia 6008
| country = Australia
| businesses = [[Netspace]]
| products =
| employees = more than 2,000
| revenue = $473.8 million (2010) <ref>[http://www.iinet.net.au/about/timeline.html Corporate Timeline]</ref>
| email =
| website = [http://www.iinet.net.au www.iinet.net.au]
| blog =
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| linkedin = [http://www.linkedin.com/company/iinet iiNet]
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| keypeople = [[Michael Malone]], CEO
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Hitachi Ltd.

2012-05-14T22:06:43Z

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{{CompanyInfo|
| logo = Hitachi.JPG‎
| type = Public company
| industry = Electronics
| founded =
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| headquarters = 6-6, Marunouchi 1-chome 
Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 100-8280
| country = Japan
| businesses =
| products =
| employees = 32,926 (as of end of March 2011)
| revenue = $112.2 billion (consolidated as of March 2011) <ref>[http://www.hitachi.com/New/cnews/110930a.html Hitachi Concludes Formation of Alliance with Hi-Rel Electronics, India]</ref>
| email =
| website = [http://www.hitachi.com/about/corporate/index.html www.hitachi.com]
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| keypeople = [[Hiroaki Nakanishi]], President
}}

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LPL Financial

2012-05-14T22:06:26Z

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{{CompanyInfo|
| logo = LPL Financial.JPG
| type = Public Company
| industry = Financial Services
| founded = 1989
| founders =
| ownership =
| headquarters = 9785 Towne Centre Drive 
San Diego, CA 92121-1968
| country = USA
| businesses =
| products =
| employees = more than 2,700 <ref>[http://216.139.227.101/interactive/lpla2011/ Annual Report 2011]</ref>
| revenue = $3.5 billion (2011)<ref>[http://216.139.227.101/interactive/lpla2011/ Annual Report 2011]</ref>
| email =
| website = [https://lplfinancial.lpl.com/ lplfinancial.lpl.com]
| blog =
| facebook = [http://www.facebook.com/pages/LPL-Financial/113613901982011 LPL Financial]
| linkedin = [http://www.linkedin.com/company/lpl-financial LPL Financial]
| twitter = LPL Financial
| keypeople = [[Mark Casady]], Chaiman & CEO
}}

KPN

2012-05-14T22:05:48Z

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{{CompanyInfo|
| logo = Kpn.JPG
| type = Publicly Held
| industry = ICT
| founded = 1989
| founders =
| ownership =
| headquarters = Maanplein 55 
2516 CK The Hague
| country = Netherlands
| businesses =
| products =
| employees = 31,084 (as of 2011)
| revenue = €13.2 billion (2011) <ref>[http://www.kpn.com/corporate/aboutkpn/company-profile/company-profile/the-company/facts.htm Facts KPN]</ref>
| email =
| website = [http://www.kpn.com/corporate/aboutkpn/company-profile/company-profile/the-company.htm www.kpn.com]
| blog =
| facebook =
| linkedin =
| twitter =
| keypeople = [[Eelco Blok]], CEO
}}

'''KPN''' is the largest Dutch telecommunications and Information Technology (IT) service provider. The company provides broadband internet, TV, wireless and wireline telephony services for residential and business consumers. The company also offers global infrastructure and IT solutions through its KPN Corporate Market previously known as Getronics. In 2011, KPN had 44.5 million customers and reported €13.2 in revenues. [[Eelco Blok]] is the current CEO of the company and its headquarters is located in the Hague. <ref>
[http://www.kpn.com/corporate/aboutkpn/company-profile/company-profile/the-company/this-is-kpn.htm KPN Profile]</ref>

==History==
The company was formerly known as '''Staatsbedrijf der Posterijen, Telegrafie en Telefonie or PTT,''' then it became '''Koninklijke PTT Nederland''' until it was officially named KPN. The company's beginnings can be traced back in 1852 when the Dutch government constructed telegraph lines and established the State Telegraph Service under the Ministry of Home Affairs to promote trade and industry and to be utilized for public administration. However, the telegraph network was commercially unsuccessful due to high operational costs. In 1870, the State Telegraph Service became part of the Ministry of Finance. In 1886, the government merged its post and telegraph services under a new company, which was called Post Office. <ref name="The History of KPN">[http://www.kpn.com/corporate/aboutkpn/company-profile/the-company/History-1.htm The History of KPN]</ref>

In 1893, the '''Post and Telegraph Corporation (PTT)''' was founded and its management tried to gain independence from the government. However, its operation was still closely monitored by the government. In 1915, the Post and Telegraph Corporation became state-owned. During World War 1, the government failed received little investments for the corporations and failed to deliver quality service, which resulted in complaints and call for change. The government introduce measures to improve its operations including cut back measures. In 1928, the corporation's name was changed to Netherlands Postal and Telecommunications Services (PTT). <ref name=" The History of KPN"/>

In 1941, PTT became independent from government control when the German occupying forces provided the company with corporate rights however, it was a false freedom since the German forces still controlled the extent of its operations. After World War II, the Dutch government regained its control in the corporation and provided investments to ensure a successful operations of the country's communication system to help improve Dutch businesses. PTT was the second country in Europe to operate a fully automated telephone network. <ref name=" The History of KPN"/>

In 1970, the company was obliged to provide annual contributions to the governments Treasury. In order to comply with its obligation and create investments, PTT was forced to enforce cut backs and increase service fees, which was highly criticized by the parliament. With the advent of the advancement in telecommunications and information technology and majority of Western governments decided to privatize their state-owned companies, the Dutch government decided to privatize PTT. <ref name=" The History of KPN"/>

On January 1, 1989, PTT was incorporated as '''Royal KPN Nederland NV (KPN).''' Under the 1989 legislation, the Netherlands government was allowed to sell 49% of its share from the company. In 1993, the government announced its plan to sell 51 to 70% of its share between 1994 to 1998. In 1994, the government sold 30% of its share and in 1995 sold another 25% reducing its interest in the company to 45%. <ref> [http://books.google.com/booksid=sWp3cHiYO4IC&pg=PA208&lpg=PA208&dq=1994+State+Government+of+Netherlands+Share+Reduces+on+KPN&source=bl&ots=JwfrQ6gm_q&sig=fMdzHrV0hDFID4AQKs1a75aO1RU&hl=en&sa=X&ei=d1a1T4TZHejy2QWp8AN&ved=0CFIQ6AEwAg#v=onepage&q=1994%20State%20Government%20of%20Netherlands%20Share%20Reduces%20on%20KPN&false Privatisation and Liberalisation in European Telecommunications: Comparing Britain, the Netherlands and France]</ref> In 2006, the State of Netherlands sold its 7.8% remaining shares in the company. <ref>[http://www.kpn.com/corporate/aboutkpn/investor-relations/corporate-governance/shareholders.htm Annual General Meeting of Shareholders]</ref>

The company entered the Amsterdam Stock Market in 1994, the New York Stock Exchange in 1995, London Stock Exchange and Frankfurt Stock Exchange in 1996. <ref>[http://books.google.com/books?id=ZICke0p6DMgC&pg=PA86&lpg=PA86&dq=KPN+Amsterdam+Stock+Exchange,+London,+Frankfurt&source=bl&ots=Ffr6LjaWnB&sig=rFfj4SgOXzN_cdUk5dLfteexnnA&hl=en&sa=X&ei=f1y1T6iiMKSgiALykPnXAg&ved=0CGsQ6AEwBg#v=onepage&q=KPN%20Amsterdam%20Stock%20Exchange%2C%20London%2C%20Frankfurt&f=false Modernisation and Privatisation of Postal Systems in Europe: New ...]</ref> In 2008, KPN decided to stop trading from the New York, London Stock and Frankfurt Stock Exchanges due to low trading volumes. <ref>
[http://articles.marketwatch.com/2007-12-17/news/30880321_1_kpn-frankfurt-exchanges-euronext KPN to delist from New York, London, Frankfurt exchanges]</ref>

In 2011, KPN CEO Eelco Blok implemented a new strategy to improve the company's growth and position in the global market and to concentrate on increasing sales and profits.<ref>[http://www.kpn.com/corporate/aboutkpn/company-profile/the-company/History-1.htm 2011 - 2015: Strengthening market position]</ref>

==Brands==
KPN's maintains 10 primary brands in delivering its services to consumers. Its brands include:<ref>[http://www.kpn.com/corporate/aboutkpn/company-profile/Brands.htm KPN Brands]</ref>
* Hi- Mobile brand intended for young people
* Telfort- Simple and low priced services (internet shops and specialist telecom stores)
* XS4ALL- Internet services in Netherlands
* Simyo- Provides lost cost mobile calls without subscription (Sim cards)
* E-Plus- Subsidiary mobile network operator in Germany
* BASE- Subsidiary mobile network operator in Belgium
* Getronics- KPN Corporate Market providing global IT solutions and infrastructure
* iBasis- provides international VoIP solutions

==.KPN TLD Proposal==
In April 2012, KPN confirmed its application for the [[.kpn]] [[gTLD]] with the [[ICANN|Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers]]. The company hired [[OpenRegistry]] to provide the back-end registry solutions for the gTLD through its technical arm [[Sensirius]]. <ref>
[http://domainincite.com/openregistry-behind-20-new-gtld-apps/ OpenRegistry behind 20 new gTLD apps]</ref> <ref>[http://tweakers.net/nieuws/81608/kpn-wil-een-eigen-topleveldomein.html KPN wants to own top-level domain]</ref>

==Dispute Over KPN.Info Domain Name==
In 2008, KPN filed a dispute against the [[registrant]] of the KPN.info with the World Intellectual Property Office ([[WIPO]]). KPN alleged that the KPN.info is confusingly similar to its registered domain names, the registrant has no legitimate rights or interest in the domain name and it was registered in bad faith. The WIPO ruled in favor of the respondent and denied the request of the KPN to transfer the rights to the domain name. The WIPO panelist cited that although KPN has registered KPN trademarks, it does not have the exclusive right to prevent other parties from using the three-letters KPN, the respondent proved that it has no knowledge about the complainants trademark when the domain name was registered in Greece since KPN has no business operations in the country. The respondent also proved that he is registering and selling domain names as his legitimate business. <ref>[http://www.wipo.int/amc/en/domains/decisions/html/2008/d2008-0055.html ADMINISTRATIVE PANEL DECISION Koninklijke KPN N.V. v. Konstantinos Zournas]</ref>

In 2010, KPN bought KPN.info for $15,000 EUR from [[Sedo]].com.<ref>
[http://www.dotweekly.com/kpn-info-sells-for-15000-eur-after-failed-wipo/ KPN.info Sells for 15,000 EUR After Failed WIPO]</ref>

==Management==
KPN's management team is composed of Board of Management responsible in strategic, financial and organizational issues, Executive Committee (ExCo) responsible in overseeing the company's Dutch and foreign business operations under the supervision of the Board of Management. The CEO serves as Chairman of the ExCo while the Supervisory Board is responsible in developing strategic and organizational policies for the Board of Management.<ref>[http://www.kpn.com/corporate/aboutkpn/company-profile/company-profile/the-company/management.htm Management]</ref>

'''Board of Management'''
* Eelco Blok, Chairman and CEO
* Thorsten Dirks, Member of the Board/CEO KPN Mobile International
* Eric Hageman, Chief Financial Officer ad interim
* Steven van Schilfgaarde, Chief Financial Officer ad interim

'''Executive Commitee'''
* Eelco Blok, Chairman and CEO
* Thorsten Dirks, Member of the Board/CEO KPN Mobile International
* Godert Vinkesteijn, CFO Netherlands
* Jesper Eriksen, Director Consumer Residential
* Marco Visser, Director Consumer Mobile
* John van Vianen, Director Business Market
* Steven van Schilfgaarde, interim Chief Financial Officer
* Eric Kuisch, Director NetCo
* Eric Hageman, Director Belgium & Rest of the World
* Erik Hoving Chief Strategy, Innovation & Technology Officer KPN Group
* Lia Belilos, Chief Human Resources Officer
* René van Rooij, Legal Affairs

'''Supervisory Board'''
* J.B.M. Streppel
* Mr. R.J. Routs
* Drs. A.H.J. Risseeuw
* M. Bischoff
* Mrs. Dr. C.M. Hooymans
* Ms. Ir M.E. van Lier Lels
* Mr. D.J. Haank
* Mr. P.A.M. van Bommel

==References==
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[[Category:Companies]]

.godaddy

2012-05-14T22:04:48Z

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{{TLD|
|logo =
|status = proposed
|manager = GoDaddy
|country =
|language =
|translation =
|stringcontention = No
|registryprovider =
|registrations =
|date =
|type = Brand gTLD
|community =
|keypeople = [[Warren Adelman]], CEO
}}

'''.godaddy''' is a new generic top level domain name ([[gTLD]]) proposal of GoDaddy, an ICANN accredited registrar. The TLD falls under the [[Brand gTLD ]]category. [[GoDaddy]] CEO Warren Adelman confirmed the application for the .godaddy TLD and two other strings. <ref>
[http://domainincite.com/go-daddy-applying-for-three-new-gtlds/ Go Daddy applying for three new gTLDs]</ref>

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[[Category:TLD]]

Deloitte

2012-05-14T22:01:42Z

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{{CompanyInfo|
| logo = Deloitte.JPG‎
| type = Privately held (Limited Guarantee)
| industry = Management Consulting
| founded = 1845
| founders = William Welch Deloitte George Touche Admiral Nobuzo Tohmatsu
| ownership =
| headquarters = 1633 Broadway 
New York, NY 10019
| country = USA
| businesses = Deloitte & Touche LLP Deloitte Consulting LLP Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP Deloitte Tax LLP
| products =
| employees = 182,000
| revenue = $28.8 billion (2011) <ref name="Facts and Figures">[http://www.deloitte.com/view/en_GX/global/press/facts-figures/index.htm Facts & Figures]</ref>
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| facebook = [http://www.facebook.com/deloitte Deloitte]
| linkedin = [http://www.linkedin.com/company/deloitte Deloitte]
| twitter = Deloitte
| keypeople = [[Barry Salzberg]], Global CEO [[Steve Almond]], Chairman
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'''Deloitte (Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited)''' is the world's leading private professional services organization. The company has more than 182,000 employees and reported a $28.8 billion revenue in 2011. Deloitte is based in New York. [[Barry Salzberg]] is the Global CEO of the company.<ref>
[http://www.deloitte.com/view/en_GX/global/press/global-press-releases-en/78ed944968a7b210VgnVCM1000001956f00aRCRD.htm Deloitte ascends to become the largest private professional services organization worldwide]</ref>

==History==
William Welch Deloitte established his own accountancy firm across the the Bankruptcy Court on Basinghall Street, London in 1845. He served as assistant to the Official Assignee at Bankruptcy Court for more than a decade since 1933 at the age of 15. In 1849, Deloitte became the first appointed independent auditor for Great Western Railway. He developed the standards for accounts keeping system in the railways and hotels industry, which was adopted in Great Britain and internationally.<ref name="Deloitte History">[http://www.deloitte.com/view/en_GX/global/about/overview/history/index.htm Deloitte History]</ref>

In 1857, Thomas Greenwood became Deloitte's partner after contributing £800 in capital. The firm became Deloitte & Greenwood. In 1869, John George Griffiths joined the partnership and the firm was renamed Deloitte, Dever, Griffiths & Co. In 1880, Deloitte, Dever, and Griffiths served as the founders of Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales firm after the Royal Charter mandated its incorporation. On the other hand, Philip S. Ross co-founded the first Accounting Society in North America. In 1880, the firm began to expand in the United States. Its first office was established in New York. By 1945, the company established offices in Cincinnati, Chicago and Montreal, Boston and Los Angeles. In 1897, Deloitte retired. <ref name="Deloitte History" />

In 1905, Deloitte, Dever, Griffiths & Co. became Deloitte, Plender, Griffiths & Company. Subsequently in 1952, the company merged with Haskins & Sells, an accounting firm based in New York City founded by Charles Waldo Haskins and Elijah Watt Sells in 1893. After the partnership agreement, the new company became Deloitte Haskins & Sells. <ref name="Deloitte History"/>

In 1990, the company merged with Touche Ross and in 1993, the company re-branded its name to '''Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu''', which was named after '''William Welch Deloitte, George Touche, and Admiral Nobuzo Tohmatsu'''. <ref>[http://www.ozres.com/uni/deloitte_touche_tohmatsu.php Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu]</ref>

George Touche started his own accounting firm in London in 1898 and expanded its operations in United States by partnering with John Ballantine Niven in 1900. On the other hand, Admiral Nobuzo Tohmatsu became a partner in a foreign-affiliated accounting firm in Japan in 1952 and later in 1968 he established Tohmatsu & Co. with 10 partners. <ref name="Deloitte History"/>

==Services==
Deloitte provides the following services: <ref>
[http://www.deloitte.com/view/en_US/us/Services/index.htm Services]</ref>
* Audit & Enterprise Risk Services
* Consulting
* Financial Advisory Services
* Tax
* Deloitte Growth Enterprise Services
* Featured Services which include Chinese Services Group, Sustainability & Climate Change, Deloitte Analytics, Driving Enterprise Value, Finance Transformation, Governance and Risk Management, International Financial Reporting Standards Services (IFRS), Japanese Services Group, Mass Career Customization, Merger & Acquisition and others.

== Application for .Deloitte Brand gTLD ==
In April 2012, Deloitte confirmed its application for the [[.deloitte]] [[Brand gTLD]] with [[ICANN|Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers]]. According to Larry Quinlan, Chief Information Officer, the company's decision to apply for their own [[TLD]] will help improve and protect the company's brand. He said, ''"With the rollout of the TLD, Deloitte member firms will continue as industry leaders in providing clients and people with world-class IT security."'' <ref>[http://techdomainer.com/2012/04/19/deloitte-confirms-tld-domain-name-application-for-deloitte/ Deloitte confirms TLD domain name application for .deloitte]</ref>

==Time2Dot Alliance==
Deloitte partnered with OpenRegistry and eBrand Services in providing a complete solutions to entities interested in operating their own dot Brand gTLD. The services include business case preparation, tax planning and IP structuring, application registration and registry/registrar operations.<ref>
[http://time2dot.com/who-we-are.html Time2Dot]</ref>

==ICANN Involvement==
In 2009, ICANN was invited by ICANN's Implementation Recommendation Team ([[IRT]]) to share its experience in providing rights protection mechanisms for [[.asia]], [[.tel]], [[.me]] and [[.nl]] TLD registries, to provide recommendations in order to develop strategies that will increase trademark protections for new TLDs. The company provided a list of 100 brands that will be included in the Globally Protected Marks List (GPML) proposed by the IRT. <ref>[http://www.deloitte.com/be/brand-list Brand List]</ref>

The criteria used by Deloitte in compiling the brand list include:<ref>[http://www.deloitte.com/view/en_BE/be/services/aers/riskandgovernance/contractriskandcompliance/iss/brand-list-criteria/b08e6bfd44797210VgnVCM200000bb42f00aRCRD.htm Criteria used to determine the brand list]</ref>
* Number of trademarks registered by brand holders
* Trade marks history of registrations in previous sunrise periods
* History of trademarks being objects of cybersquatting
* Website ranking and link building

The brand list provide by Deloitte for the proposed GPML is available [http://www.deloitte.com/be/brand-list '''here''']

==References==
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[[Category:Companies]]

Canon

2012-05-14T21:59:48Z

Marie Cabural: /* Bid for .Canon Brand gTLD */

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'''Canon, Inc.''' is a Japanese multinational electronics company with specialties in manufacturing digital imaging and optical equipment. Some of its products include compact and digital single lens reflex (DSLR) cameras, digital camcorders, lenses for SLR cameras, office network multi-function devices, LCD lithography systems, ophthalmic equipment, digital radiography systems and many others. The company has 174,762 million yen in common stock and 248,630 million yen consolidated revenue as of December 31, 2011. Its headquarters is located in Tokyo. <ref>[http://www.canon.com/corp/outline/index.html Corporate Profile]</ref>

==History==
The origins of Canon can be traced back in 1933 when a group of ambitious individuals established the company's predecessor, the Precision Optical Instruments Laboratory in Roppongi, Tokyo . Their objective is to developed a Japanese made high-quality camera. During that year, the laboratory succeeded in developing a prototype, which was called '''Kwanon,''' the name of the Buddhist, goddess of mercy. In 1935, the first Japanese made 35mm focal-plane-shutter camera was developed. In 1937, Precision Optical Instruments Laboratory, Ltd. was incorporated. The company's name was changed to Canon Camera Co. Inc. in 1947. '''Takeshi Mitarai''', Canon's first president decided to enter the global market after attending an international trade fair in the United States. He built a new Canon factory in Shimomaruko, Tokyo and it was succeeded by the opening of its office in New York City. In 1967, the company established Canon Europa in Geneva, Switzerland which serves as its sole distributor in Europe. In 1969, the company was renamed Canon, Inc. During that time company already added a diversity of products such as the first 10-key electronic calculator, copying machine. by 1970, the company had 5,000 employees and 44.8 billion yen in sales. However, 1974 the company suffered financially when the dollar collapsed, the price of oil surged and problems caused by defective calculator display component.In 1976, the company developed its Premier Company Plan to position Canon as an excellent global company and introduced innovative products such as PC-10/20, the world's first personal copying machine with an all-in-one cartridge system; BJ-80, the world's first inkjet printer using Bubble Jet technology, CLC-1 digital full-color copying machine and the EOS650 AF SLR camera. In 2000, the company was listed in the (ADR) New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "CAJ." In 1995, [[Fujio Mitarai]] assumed as president of the company. He launched the Excellent Global Corporation Plan and continued to lead the company in total optimization, innovation and sales profit.<ref>[http://www.canon.com/about/history/outline.html Canon History]</ref>

==Corporate Philosophy==
The company's corporate philosophy is a broader definition of the word ''"kyosei,"'' which means ''"All people, regardless of race, religion or culture, harmoniously living and working together into the future."'' <ref>[http://www.canon.com/about/philosophy/index.html Kyosei: Canon's Corporate Philosophy]</ref>

==Business Units==
Canon's products and solutions are categorized under three business units:<ref>[http://www.canon.com/corp/outline/index.html Company Profile:Main activities]</ref>
* '''Consumer Business Unit'''- Products include Digital SLR Cameras, Compact Digital Cameras, Interchangeable Lenses, Digital Video Camcorders, Inkjet Multifunction Printers, Single Function Inkjet Printers, Image Scanners, Broadcast Equipment and Calculators.
* '''Office Business Unit'''- Products include Office Network Digital Multifunction Devices (MFDs), Color Network Digital MFDs, Personal-use Network Digital MFDs, Office Copying Machines, Full-color Copying Machines, Personal-use Copying Machines, Laser Printers, Large-Format Inkjet Printers and Digital Production Printers.
* '''Industry and Others Business Unit'''- Products include Semiconductor Lithography Equipment, LCD Lithography Equipment, Medical Image Recording Equipment, Ophthalmic Products, Magnetic Heads, Micromotors, Computers, Handy Terminals and Document Scanners.

==Bid for .Canon Brand gTLD==
On March 16, 2010, the company announced its application for the [[.canon]] [[Brand gTLD]] with [[ICANN]]'s [[New gTLD Program|New gTLD expansion program]]. The company said that it will use the .canon gTLD to provide continuous online information and services to its users, consumers, and other stakeholders worldwide. In addition, the company believed that .canon gTLD will make its online communication more convenient and effective. <ref>[http://www.canon.com/news/2010/mar16e.html Canon to begin acquisition of the ".canon" Top-Level Domain name]</ref>

==References==
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[[Category:Companies]]

Australian Football League

2012-05-14T21:56:04Z

Marie Cabural: /* References */

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| linkedin =
| twitter = AFL
| keypeople = [[Andrew Demetriou]], CEO [[Andrew Callerall]], AFL General Managers
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'''The Australian Football League (AFL)''' is the primary organization responsible in managing and promoting the the highest professional football competition in Australia. AFL is composed of 17 football teams within Australia and it is one of the most popular sporting events with 36, 428 average attendees per game in 2011. <ref>[http://www.afl.com.au/afl%20explained/tabid/10294/default.aspx AFL Explained Past and Present]</ref>
<ref>[http://stats.rleague.com/afl/crowds/2011.html AFL Attendance 2011]</ref>

==History==
Originally, the Australian Football League was known as the Victorian Football League (VFL) which was founded in 1897 football clubs including Carlton, Collingwood, Essendon, Fitzroy, Geelong, Melbourne, St Kilda and South Melbourne. Tom Wills is recognized as one of the founders of Australian Football. He introduced the sport in Australia 1857, developed the first rules of the game and formed the Melbourne Football Club in 1858. The sport became popular which paved the way to the establishment of the Victorian Football Club. By 1997 VFL was already composed of 16 teams. Due to its national expansion, its name was changed to Australian Football League. <ref>[http://www.afl.com.au/development/aflexplained/history/tabid/10296/default.aspx AFL History]</ref>

== Proposal for .afl Brand gTLD ==
On February 2012, AFL confirmed its application for the [[.afl]] [[Brand gTLD]]. According to AFL General Manager of Strategy and Marketing, the organizations applications for the .afl TLD is to ensure that its trademark isprotected and to promote the different football clubs and its partners within the AFL community. He said, ''"We think that it’s worth getting the trust and mark secured and getting the space secured, and then we’ll see what commercial opportunities and marketing opportunities [will] evolve over time."'' AFL hired [[Melbourne IT]] to develop the business plan and the application for the .afl gTLD with ICANN while the back-end registry solutions will be provided by [[ARI Registry Services]].<ref>[http://www.cio.com.au/article/415733/afl_kicks_off_its_top-level_domain_application/ AFL kicks off its top-level domain application]</ref>

==Potential Benefits of the .afl gTLD==
Melbourne IT identified some of the potential benefits of .afl TLD which include:<ref>[http://www.heraldsun.com.au/technology/afl-dot-com-to-become-dot-afl/story-fn7celvh-1226273351435 AFL 'dot com' to become 'dot afl']</ref>
* Allows fans to easily find relevant online content.
* Improves online protection for AFL, football clubs and players.
* Supports the growth of clubs and media channels for AFL.
* Enhances the support and promotion of education for grass roots and community football.
* Marketing call to actions will become more simple.
* Provides opportunities for sponsors to promote partnerships with the AFL community.

==References==
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[[Category:Organizations]]

Andrea Solano Ulloa

2012-05-13T09:12:28Z

Caterina:

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'''Andrea Solano Ulloa''' is a Television Producer and Journalist. She and her colleague, [[Carlos Sebastian Perez Recio]], attended [[ICANN 43]] in San Jose, Costa Rica, due to their interest in developing a digital tv station.<ref>[[ICANN 43]] Interview</ref>

==References==
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[[Category: People]]

Carlos Sebastian Perez Recio

2012-05-13T09:12:24Z

Caterina:

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'''Carlos Sebastian Perez Recio''' is a Journalist. He and his colleague, [[Andrea Solano Ulloa]], attended [[ICANN 43]] in San Jose, Costa Rica, due to their interest in developing a digital tv station.<ref>[[ICANN 43]] Interview</ref>

==References==
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[[Category: People]]

Artemis Internet

2012-05-12T06:46:56Z

Marie Cabural:

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| logo = Artemis_Group.JPG‎
| type = Subsidiary of [[NCC Group]]
| industry = Internet
| founded =
| founders = NCC Group Plc.
| ownership =
| headquarters = 23 Mission St. #1020 
San Francisco, CA 94105
| country = USA
| businesses =
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| email = info[at]artemis.net
| website = [https://www.artemis.net/ www.artemis.net]
| blog =
| facebook =
| linkedin =
| twitter =
| keypeople = [[Alex Stamos]], Chief Technology Officer
}}

'''Artemis Internet Inc.''' is a wholly-owned subsidiary of [[NCC Group]], a company based in Manchester providing Information Technology (IT) assurance through escrow, verification, security and software testing, audit, and website performance solutions. The company was created by NCC Group to administer the application and operations of the [[.secure]] gTLD, which is intended to provide a highly secure and trustworthy Internet sector for users worldwide. The company developed a Domain Policy Working, composed of leading financial, software and social media companies, to help develop requirements and standards for websites under the proposed domain name string. <ref>[http://www.nccgroup.com/NewsAndEvents/Latest/12-05-10/Analyst_and_investor_teach-in_and_initiation_of_SECURE_project.aspx Analyst and investor teach-in and initiation of SECURE project, nccgroup.com]</ref>

The company chose [[ARI Registry Services]] to provide back-end [[registry]] services for .secure. According to [[Alex Stamos]], Chief Technology Officer of Artemis Internet, they are also developing a secondary registry system to store DPF records, which will be offered as a service to other TLD applicants who want to utilize it.<ref>[http://domainincite.com/how-ncc-plans-to-revolutionize-domain-name-security-with-secure-gtld/ How NCC plans to revolutionize domain name security with .secure gTLD]</ref>

To ensure Internet safety and security, [[registrant]]s for every .secure domain names are required to accept and agree to "rigorous Acceptable Use and Security Control Policies," and to submit a proof of identity, copies of business documents, and trademark registration, which will be verified manually by the company's legal and compliance team to ensure authenticity.<ref>[https://www.artemis.net/ncc-group.html FAQ]</ref>

NCC Group plans to invest £6m ($9.7m) within the next 15 months to develop the .secure gTLD,<ref>[http://menmedia.co.uk/manchestereveningnews/news/business/technology/s/1493424_ncc-group-to-invest-6m-in-web-domain NCC Group to invest £6m in web domain]</ref> $9m of which is from investment backing.<ref>[http://arstechnica.com/security/2012/05/my-own-private-internet-secure-tld-floated-as-bad-guy-free-zone/ My own private Internet: .secure TLD floated as bad-guy-free zone, arstechnica.com]</ref>

==References==
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[[Category:Companies]]

Salanieta Tamanikaiwaimaro

2012-05-10T08:32:32Z

Caterina:

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'''Salanieta Tamanikaiwaimaro''' is the Director of [[Pasifika Nexus]], an IT consultancy. She is a Member of the [[ALAC]] and [[ISOC]].<ref>[[ICANN 43]] Interview</ref>

==Career History==
Prior to becoming the Director of Pasifika Nexus in November 2011, Salanieta was the Legal Regulatory Officer and Project Manager for Telecom Fiji Limited. She has also been the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (April 2008 – April 2009), Senior Analyst at Capital Markets Development Authority (July 2007 – April 2008), and an Associate at R. Patel & Co (September 2005 – July 2007).<ref>[http://www.linkedin.com/pub/salanieta-tamanikaiwaimaro/7/a95/3b9 LinkedIn]</ref>

==Education==
Tamanikaiwaimaro studied Law at University of the South Pacific from 2001 until 2004. She was also a candidate for MSc in Information Systems, and a fellow of the European Summer School on Internet Governance ([[ESSIG]]). Salanieta has also done policy research through the [[DiploFoundation]].<ref>[http://www.linkedin.com/pub/salanieta-tamanikaiwaimaro/7/a95/3b9 LinkedIn]</ref>

==References==
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[[Category: People]]

Yueh-Fang Chen

2012-05-10T08:21:19Z

Caterina: Created page with "{{People |portrait = Yueh-FangChenPortrait.JPG |caricature = Yueh-Fang C.jpg |born = |country = Taiwan |email = tessy [at] ncc.gov.tw |website = |blog =..."

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'''Yueh-Fang Chen''' works at the Taiwan National Communications Commission, and serves as the [[GAC]] representative for her company. She is also a member of [[ISOC]].<ref>[[ICANN 34]] Interview</ref>

==References==
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.sex

2012-05-09T22:23:12Z

Marie Cabural:

[[Image:UnderConstruction.png]]

{{TLD|
|logo = Dotsex.JPG‎
|status = proposed
|manager = [[ICM Registry]]
|country = International
|language =
|translation =
|stringcontention =
|registryprovider =
|registrations =
|date =
|type = Community gTLD
|community = Adult Entertainment Coommunity
|keypeople = [[Stuart Lawley]], CEO
}}

'''.sex''' is a new generic top level domain name ([[gTLD]]) proposal under ICANN's [[New gTLD Program|new gTLD expansion program]], which is intended for the use adult entertainment community. The application for the domain name string was submitted by [[ICM Registry]], operator of the [[.xxx]] gTLD. [[Stuart Lawley]], CEO of the company said that if the .sex TLD will be approved, all domain names registered under the .xxx gTLD will be grandfathered and matching names will be reserved under the .sex gTLD without any cost to owners of the domain names. However, a nominal fee will be charged if the owner of a particular reserved .sex domain name decides to activate and use it. <ref>
[http://www.icmregistry.com/press/xxx-operator-applies-to-icann-for-more-adult-top-level-domains/#more-1510 .XXX Operator Applies to ICANN for More Adult Top-Level Domains]</ref>

==Previous Legislative Proposal on .Sex TLD==
In 2005, Michael Smigiel Sr., a lawmaker from the State of Maryland proposed a bill to develop a .sex TLD, which shall be used by adult websites operating within the state in order to protect minors without violating anybody's constitutional rights.<ref>
[http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1329889/posts Maryland Legislator Proposes .Sex TLD, 01-21-2005]</ref>

==References==
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[[Category:TLD]]

.porn

2012-05-09T22:22:48Z

Marie Cabural:

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{{TLD|
|logo = Dotporn.JPG‎
|status = proposed
|manager = ICM Registry
|country = International
|language =
|translation =
|stringcontention =
|registryprovider =
|registrations =
|date =
|type = [[Community gTLD]]
|community = Adult Entertainment Community
|keypeople = [[Stuart Lawley]], CEO
}}

'''.porn''' is one of the proposed new generic top level domain name ([[gTLD]]) of [[ICM Registry]] under [[ICANN]]'s [[New gTLD Program|new gTLD expansion program]]. The domain name string is dedicated for the use of the adult entertainment community. According to [[Stuart Lawley]], CEO of ICM Registry, if the .porn gTLD will be approved all domain names registered under the [[.xxx]] gTLD will be grandfathered and the matching names will be automatically reserved under .porn gTLD without cost to the registrants. However, if registrants decide to activate and use the reserved .porn domain names, a nominal fee will be charged. <ref>[http://www.icmregistry.com/press/xxx-operator-applies-to-icann-for-more-adult-top-level-domains/#more-1510 .XXX Operator Applies to ICANN for More Adult Top-Level Domains]</ref>

==References==
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[[Category:TLD]]

.art

2012-05-09T22:22:30Z

Marie Cabural:

[[Image:UnderConstruction.png]]

{{TLD|
|logo = Dotart.JPG
|status = proposed
|manager = [[Aremi Group]]
|country = International
|language =
|translation =
|stringcontention =
|registryprovider =
|registrations =
|date =
|type = Niche gTLD
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'''.art''' is a proposed [[gTLD]] string under [[ICANN]]'s [[New gTLD Program|new gTLD expansion program]]. [[Aremi Group]], a company based in Luxembourg confirmed its application for the string. According to the company its primary objective it promote art and the string will serve as the primary online destination for creative individuals, art collectors, art institutions and organizations worldwide. <ref>[http://domainnamewire.com/wp-content/dot-art.pdf Aremi Group S.A. is pleased to announce its official application for the .art new gTLD]</ref>

==References==
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[[Category:TLD]]

.lpl

2012-05-09T22:22:00Z

Marie Cabural:

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{{TLD|
|logo =
|status = proposed
|manager = LPL Finncial
|country = USA
|language =
|translation =
|stringcontention = No
|registryprovider = [[OpenRegistry]]
|registrations =
|date =
|type = Brand gTLD
|community =
|keypeople = [[Jean-Christophe Vignes]], CEO OpenRegistry
}}

'''.lpl''' is a new generic top level domain name ([[gTLD]]) proposal of [[LPL Financial]], a company providing integrated platform of proprietary technology, brokerage, and investment advisory services. The .lpl gTLD application and back-end registry solutions will be handled and provided by [[OpenRegistry]], a start-up registry operator and its technical arm [[Sensirius]]. <ref>[http://domainincite.com/openregistry-behind-20-new-gtld-apps/ OpenRegistry behind 20 new gTLD apps]</ref> <ref>
[http://datanews.knack.be/ict/knowledge-center/start-ups/leuvense-start-up-haalt-contracten-binnen-voor-deloitte-en-kpn/article-4000085644080.htm Leuven start-up gets contracts for. And Deloitte. Kpn]</ref>

==References==
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[[Category:TLD]]

.adult

2012-05-09T22:21:44Z

Marie Cabural:

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{{TLD|
|logo = Dotadult.JPG‎
|status = proposed
|manager = ICM Registry
|country = International
|language =
|translation =
|stringcontention =
|registryprovider =
|registrations =
|date =
|type = [[Community gTLD]]
|community = Adult Entertainment Community
|keypeople = [[Stuart Lawley]], CEO
}}

'''.adult''' is one of the new generic top level domain name ([[gTLD]]) proposal from [[ICM Registry]] under [[ICANN]]'s [[New gTLD Program|new gTLD expansion program]]. The gTLD is intended for the use the adult entertainment community. ICM Registry CEO [[Stuart Lawley] explained that all registered domain names under the [[.xxx]] gTLD will be grandfathered under the .adult gTLD if approved by ICANN. Matching names with .adult domain name extension will be automatically registered to the registrants without cost. However, a minimal amount will be charged if a registrant eventually decides to activate and use the reserved .adult domain name. <ref>
[http://www.icmregistry.com/press/xxx-operator-applies-to-icann-for-more-adult-top-level-domains/#more-1510 .XXX Operator Applies to ICANN for More Adult Top-Level Domains]</ref>

==References==
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[[Category:TLD]]

.kpn

2012-05-09T22:21:14Z

Marie Cabural:

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{{TLD|
|logo = Kpn.JPG‎
|status = proposed
|manager = KPN
|country = Netherlands
|language =
|translation =
|stringcontention =
|registryprovider = [[OpenRegistry]]
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|date =
|type = Brand gTLD
|community =
|keypeople = [[Jean-Christophe Vignes]], CEO OpenRegistry
}}

'''.kpn''' is one of the new generic top level domain name ([[gTLD]]) being applied for with ICANN by [[KPN]], a telecommunications company based in Netherlands to promote and protect its corporate brand. [[OpenRegistry]], a start-up company will handle the application and provides back-end registry solutions for .kpn together with its technical arm [[Sensirius]]. <ref>[http://domainincite.com/openregistry-behind-20-new-gtld-apps/ OpenRegistry behind 20 new gTLD apps]</ref> <ref>
[http://datanews.knack.be/ict/knowledge-center/start-ups/leuvense-start-up-haalt-contracten-binnen-voor-deloitte-en-kpn/article-4000085644080.htm Leuven start-up gets contracts for. And Deloitte. Kpn]</ref>

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.rugby

2012-05-09T22:20:17Z

Marie Cabural:

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{{TLD|
|logo =
|status = proposed
|manager = [[International Rugby Board]] (IRB) [[ROAR Domains, LLC]] [[Top Level Domains Holding Ltd.]]
|country = International
|language =
|translation =
|stringcontention =
|registryprovider =[[ Minds + Machines]]
|registrations =
|date =
|type = [[Brand gTLD]]
|community = Niche
|keypeople = Bernard Lapasset, IRB Chairman [[Antony van Couvering]], CEO of TLDH [[Hamish Miller]], Director of ROAR Domains
}}

'''.rugby''' is new generic top level domain name ([[gTLD]]) proposal from the [[International Rugby Board]] (IRB) in partnership with [[Roar Domains LLC.]] and [[Top Level Domains Holding Ltd.]] while [[Minds + Machines]] will provide the back-end registry for the gTLD. IRB is applying for the TLD to serve the interest of the global rugby stakeholders, to promote the sport and its values and to protect its trademarks. If approved, the .rugby gTLD will be open for registration to amateur and professional rugby players, coaches, tournament owners, organizers and other entities affiliated with Rugby. <ref>[http://www.irb.com/newsmedia/mediazone/pressrelease/newsid=2061834.html IRB applies for .Rugby top level domain name]</ref> <ref>[http://domainincite.com/rugby-board-tries-for-rugby-with-tldh/ Rugby board tries for .rugby with TLDH]</ref>

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