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Is this actually a permitted use of the TLDs? I guess the answer is a de-facto ‘yes, because it’s done now and we’d have to revoke registrations to undo it, wh
by jrmg 3y ago
Is this actually a permitted use of the TLDs?
I guess the answer is a de-facto ‘yes, because it’s done now and we’d have to revoke registrations to undo it, which is too unpalatable’, but at least some of these are not in accordance with the TLD applications:
From https://icannwiki.org/.nexus https://icannwiki.org/.nexus:
The mission of the proposed gTLD, .nexus, is to provide a dedicated domain space in which Google can enact second-level domains that relate to Nexus-related products and⁄or services. Specifically, the new gTLD will provide Google with greater ability to categorize its Nexus offerings online, and in-turn provide a more recognizable, branded, trusted web space to the general Internet population.
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Charleston Road Registry believes that given its intended use by Google, the .nexus gTLD will best add value to the gTLD space by remaining completely closed for the sole use of Google.
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Second-level domain names within the proposed gTLD are intended for registration and use by Google only, and domain names under the new gTLD will not be available to the general public for purchase, sale, or registration. As such, Charleston Road Registry intends to apply for an exemption to the ICANN Registry Operator Code of Conduct as Google is intended to be the sole registrar and registrant.
- CydeWeys 3y agoFun fact about the application details is that they aren't binding, and ICANN actually encourages taking formerly closed domains and opening them up for general registration.
- godzillabrennus 3y agoI can't help but feel like the United States letting ICANN become an international body is the reason for this.