Webinar Series for Potential 2026 Round New gTLD Applicants

[Yien Chyn Tan]

Dear APAC Space members,

 

ICANN will hold the following two informational webinars in advance of the opening of the New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program: 2026 Round. Potential applicants, community members, and other interested parties are welcome to attend.

 

• Webinar #1 - Introduction to the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round
  20 January 2026, 08:00 UTC
  This 60-minute session is designed to equip those who are new to the domain name industry and the New gTLD Program. The course will cover everything from gTLDs to how applications are processed and the purpose of each evaluation stage.
  Register here: Introduction to the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round

 

• Webinar #2 - 2026 Round New gTLD Applicant Journey Overview
  27 January, 16:00 UTC
  This 90-minute session will provide an end-to-end view of gTLD application processing stages and milestones and create context for ICANN community members and applicants to understand the requirements of the application process, and the role(s) different groups play throughout.
  Register here: 2026 Round New gTLD Applicant Journey Overview

 

Both sessions will be recorded for those who are unable to attend. More details about the New gTLD Program, including topic overviews and FAQs, are also available on the New gTLD Program website.

 

Regards,

Yien Chyn