ICANN has had its contract with the United States Department of Commerce renewed for a further five years, despite complaints that the relationship politicises what should be a neutral global computer network.

Originally by NYT > Technology, 9:17 PM

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It looks like we have finally seen the last of .xxx. What led to ICANN's change of heart?

Originally by Ars Technica, 1:51 PM

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‘Hundreds of thousands of businesses have raced to snap up .eu internet domain names, with sex.eu taking the prize for the most sought-after address.

Two months after the .eu domain name was launched for public institutions and trade mark holders, the tag was opened up to companies other than those seeking a site for a brand, as well as for art works and literature.’  Read more »

The domain sms.co.uk is up for grabs and those behind the sale reckon it could net more than £100 000.

Originally by The Register - Internet and Law: eCommerce, 9:51 PM

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