If we're talking about GNS to replace the DNS protocol, it's in fact backwards-compatible and intends to recognize ICANN as root zone, as was the case previousl

If we're talking about GNS to replace the DNS protocol, it's in fact backwards-compatible and intends to recognize ICANN as root zone, as was the case previously. If we're talking about a domain name cooperative, that would act as a registrar and potentially as a TLD in the future, all we need is a non-profit organization, some bylaws, and enough good-will people to make it work. Maybe OpenNIC would be it?