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🔔 Reminder to join us on Tuesday for an interactive webinar hosted by the Review of Reviews Cross Community Group (CCG). Building on input from #ICANN85, the Reviews CCG will present a refined outline of a refreshed ICANN reviews system and engage with stakeholders as it develops its draft report ahead of the Public Comment period. ⏰ Two sessions available on Tuesday, 5 May 2026: 06:00 UTC | 18:00 UTC 🔗 Learn more and register >> go.icann.org/4dYWqmx Review the Refined Proposal Outline in advance to get the most out of the webinar discussion >> go.icann.org/4cKWfZT

The second application period for the #ICANN Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program is now open. Apply by 12 August to support the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round applicants. 🔗 Learn more >> go.icann.org/49pMdfB

Read the March 2026 #ICANN Contractual Compliance Report for key highlights and an overview of activities >> go.icann.org/4cL8y9C

📢 The application submission window for the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round is open through 12 August 2026! If you are interested in applying, you can access the TLD Application Management System and begin the application process. Review the system user guide and the Applicant Guidebook before you start. 🔗 Read the announcement and access available resources: go.icann.org/3ODNKb0 #NewgTLDProgram

A trusted online presence relies on infrastructure that works. 🌟 #ICANN will be at the International Trademark Association (INTA) 2026 Annual Meeting to engage with brand, legal, and policy leaders on the coordination that helps keep the Domain Name System secure, stable, and resilient. 👉 If you’re attending INTA and would like to connect, we welcome the conversation. For more information: go.icann.org/4edUfLY #INTA2026 #DNS #DomainNames #OneWorldOneInternet

🌟 Are you ready for the #ICANN New gTLD Program: 2026 Round? The application window opens tomorrow, 30 April. ICANN has resources available to help you — including the TLD Application Management System User Guide. You’ll also find FAQs, demo videos, and Q&A webinar recordings, along with Global Support info for applicants. 🔗 Find the resources here >> go.icann.org/4ePpI7l

⏰ Reminder: two days left until applications close for NextGen@ICANN87. University students aged 18-30 in the APAC region are invited to apply for the NextGen@ICANN87 Program and attend the #ICANN87 Annual General Meeting in Muscat, Oman from 17–22 October 2026. Travel grants, mentorship, and hands-on learning await. 🗓️Apply by 1 May 2026 >> go.icann.org/4sPqSEl #ICANN

🌟 #ICANN has launched a webinar series on the 2026 Round objections and appeals processes for the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round. The sessions will provide an overview of the objection grounds, the roles of the dispute resolution service providers, and the processes for filing and responding to objections and appeals. 🔗 Learn more and register >> go.icann.org/4cEhNIK

🔔 Two days away: Join the conversation between the #ICANN Board and Contracted Parties. In this session, Contracted Parties will share a current view of the domain name industry from the perspective of registry operators and registrars, highlighting key trends, operational challenges, and emerging opportunities, as well as considerations for maintaining a stable and secure domain name system. 🗓️ 1 May 2026 ⏰ 09:15 Manchester | 08:15 UTC | 01:15 PDT 🔗 Save the link to join >> go.icann.org/4cK9f1Q

We’re proud to sponsor #CHINOG13 in Chicago! 🏙️ Our Technical Engagement team will be leading a half-day DNSSEC workshop for ISP engineers on 27 May. Additionally, on 28 May we invite attendees to join our plenary session on the KINDNS initiative and its role in promoting DNS security best practices. We look forward to engaging with the network operator community. Register here >> bit.ly/4n7ihe4

As part of our commitment to a stable and secure Internet, ICANN is preparing for the upcoming Key Signing Key (KSK) Ceremony, on 30 April 2026 at 17:00 UTC. 🛡️ These ceremonies are essential to maintaining the “trust anchor” of the DNS, ensuring the Internet remains a single, interoperable network that users can trust. Full details on the blog >> go.icann.org/3R5Bvoa

The #ICANN86 Prep Week schedule is now available. Join remotely on 20–21 May 2026 to get ready for the ICANN86 Policy Forum, happening 8–11 June 2026 in Seville, Spain. 🔗 View the schedule and plan your agenda >> go.icann.org/3OFJrff  #ICANN

📢 Progress continues on a long-term solution for access to nonpublic registration data. The #ICANN community has begun developing Supplemental Recommendations to update System for Standardized Access/Disclosure (SSAD) policy recommendations, building on insights from the Registration Data Request Service. 🔗 Learn more by viewing the SSAD Fact Sheet >> go.icann.org/48n2PEy

📍 Join us at the "Digital Silk Road" in Dushanbe! #CAIGF2026 On 28 April 2026, #ICANN will be in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, for the Central Asia Internet Governance Forum (CAIGF). We are proud to sponsor the event once again this year, to engage with governments, the technical community, and civil society members in the region. Connect with our experts during these sessions: 🔹 10:00 – 10:40 | Opening Remarks Chris Mondini, VP, Stakeholder Engagement & Managing Director – Europe 🔹 10:40 – 11:40 | Session 1: Bridging the Digital Divide Seher Sagiroglu Ayhan, Stakeholder Engagement Manager - Middle East 🔗 Learn more and register: bit.ly/4e7i7kk We look forward to seeing you in Dushanbe! 🌏

📢 Join the conversation between the #ICANN Board and Contracted Parties. In this session, Contracted Parties will share a current view of the domain name industry from the perspective of registry operators and registrars, highlighting key trends, operational challenges, and emerging opportunities, as well as considerations for maintaining a stable and secure domain name system. 🗓️ 1 May 2026 ⏰ 09:15 Manchester | 08:15 UTC | 01:15 PDT 🔗 Save the link to join >> go.icann.org/4cK9f1Q

🚀ROW15 on Sept 29! Join the expert lineup to explore topics related to real-world experiences of implementing registration & maintenance operations. Call for Proposals NOW OPEN Submit your presentation/panel idea by Aug 14. Details at: regiops.net @ICANN @VERISIGN

📢 #ICANN has extended the deadline for its call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) seeking three individuals to serve as Independent Objectors for the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round. Independent Objectors may file Community and Limited Public Interest objections and appeals, and participate in mediation where appropriate. They do not act on behalf of any particular person or entity, but solely in the best interests of the public and global Internet users. 🗓 New deadline: 11 May 2026 🔗 Learn more here >> go.icann.org/4vKqbxR

#ICANN's Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) metrics are now published quarterly. RDRS provides a centralized way to request generic top-level domain nonpublic registration data and the metrics offer insight into demand and usage. 👉 Explore the latest report: go.icann.org/4u5zAyl

📢 Join #ICANN for an interactive webinar hosted by the Review of Reviews Cross Community Group (CCG). Building on input from #ICANN85, the Reviews CCG will present a refined outline of a refreshed ICANN reviews system and engage with stakeholders as it develops its draft report ahead of the Public Comment period. ⏰ Two sessions available on Tuesday, 5 May 2026: 06:00 UTC | 18:00 UTC 🔗 Learn more and register >> go.icann.org/4dYWqmx Review the Refined Proposal Outline in advance to get the most out of the webinar discussion >> go.icann.org/4cKWfZT

💡 Blocking domains that are maliciously used can protect users, but it raises questions about accuracy, due process, and unintended collateral effects. On 13 May at 16:00 UTC, don't miss our session on implementing #DNS blocking responsibly, featuring insights from SSAC’s latest document on this topic (SAC127). Register here >> bit.ly/4carPQk