

ICANN82 Recap – DNW Podcast #526
Mar 17, 2025
The podcast dives into insights from the recent ICANN82 conference, emphasizing legal battles like Meta vs. OnlineNIC. It discusses Google’s evolving AdSense for Domains and the impact on domain investors. New top-level domain applications are on the horizon, alongside key concerns about DNS abuse and GDPR compliance. The importance of accurate Whois records is highlighted, as is the collaboration between Western and Eastern markets for innovative registration services. Finally, it explores niche domains like .fm and .art that cater to creative audiences.
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AdSense for Domains Decline
- Google AdSense for Domains is declining, impacting domain parking and potentially domain registrations.
- The traffic might shift to tier-two search ad feeds, zero-click ads, or RSOC, but each has its challenges.
New Top-Level Domains
- Nova Registry plans to apply for 200 new top-level domains, indicating a potential surge in new TLD applications.
- The Domain Name Association is creating a directory of resources to help companies navigate the application process.
DNS Abuse and Data Accuracy
- DNS abuse and data accuracy are major concerns. Contactability is key, not just accuracy of Whois data.