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ICANN has published the finalized String Similarity Evaluation (SSE) Data together with the final String Similarity Evaluation Guidelines for the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round. These resources are intended to support the evaluation of applied-for top-level domain strings while helping minimize the possibility of user confusion caused by visually similar domain extensions. The documents were finalized following the completion of the public comment process.

NicNames has expanded its domain catalog with four distinctive extensions: .DOT, .LATINO, .NL, and .SI. Whether you are building an AI company, reaching customers in the Netherlands, creating a home for a Latino brand or community, or protecting a trademark in the new .DOT namespace, there is a new naming opportunity waiting for you.

NicNames is celebrating 16 years of .CO with a limited-time anniversary offer. From July 20 through August 20, 2026, eligible, non-premium .CO domains are $3 for the first year. Short, global, and easy to remember, .CO is a strong home for companies, creators, portfolios, product launches, and ambitious new ideas.

People rarely discover a jewelry brand in a display window first—they discover it online. Before they compare gemstones, craftsmanship, or prices, they notice the name, the website, and whether the brand feels trustworthy. A well-chosen domain helps create that confidence immediately and gives your business a stronger position in search, marketing, and customer recognition. Here are five domain extensions that fit different types of jewelry businesses and the audiences they serve.

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has announced a series of interactive webinars dedicated to the Draft Report prepared by the Review of Reviews Cross Community Group (CCG). The sessions will take place on 14 July 2026 and are designed to present the report while giving Nominating Groups and other interested stakeholders an opportunity to ask questions and discuss its proposals.

Choosing the right domain extension has become part of building a credible online presence in higher education. Universities, online learning platforms, research initiatives, student communities, and academic startups all compete for attention in a digital-first environment. The right domain can immediately communicate purpose, strengthen brand recognition, and help audiences understand what a project offers before they even visit the website.

ICANN has revealed that its Board of Directors approved a one-time contribution of US$1 million to the Internet Governance Forum (IGF). The financial support is intended to help strengthen the forum’s long-term sustainability, support its operations, and expand participation from stakeholders across different regions of the world.

A beachfront resort in Cancún, a private yacht charter in the Caribbean, or an exclusive island retreat all compete for the same thing online: attention and trust. The right domain extension can instantly signal what a business offers and help visitors understand its focus before they even open the website. For travel brands targeting luxury leisure, premium experiences, and summer vacations, choosing a relevant domain can become part of the brand itself.

NicNames is excited to introduce ShortDot domain extensions, giving businesses, creators, communities, startups, and brands more ways to build a memorable online identity. You can now register ShortDot domains including .ICU, .CYOU, .BOND, .SBS, .CFD, .QPON, and .BUZZ directly on NicNames, with selected first-year promo prices starting from just $0.69.

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has launched a call for Expressions of Interest for the positions of Chair and Chair-Elect of the 2027 Nominating Committee (NomCom). The organization is inviting experienced leaders from the global Internet community to apply for the two key governance roles.