Friday, August 3, 2012

ICANN's gTLD Expansion: The Applications Are (Almost All) In – Now What?

by Thomas O'Toole

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The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers' unprecedented expansion of the Internet root creates an entirely new realm of challenges and opportunities for trademark holders. Due to a "technical glitch" in the TLD application system (TAS), ICANN suspended the original application process and has extended the period during which applications can be submitted until the end of this month.

Join Bloomberg BNA on Thursday, May 24, for ICANN's gTLD Expansion: The Applications Are (Almost All) In – Now What? as our panel of industry experts provides up-to-the minute analysis on this new development as they navigate trademark holders through the untested waters that lie ahead during the evaluation period and beyond.

Attendees of this webinar will find out more about:

• Batching. What it is and how does it affect your application?
• Critical Timelines. Are they set in stone or a moving target?
• Objections. On what grounds?
• Dispute Resolution. Procedures and alternative avenues for relief.
• Applicant Guidebook. Revisions and updates.
• Trademark Clearinghouse. Its purpose and status.
• Withdrawals and Refunds. Can you get your money back?

Find out more about the ongoing, up-to-the-minute developments in this arena. Register now for ICANN's gTLD Expansion: The Applications Are (Almost All) In – Now What?

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