NTIA Approves New .Com Domain Name Registry Agreement

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NTIA Press Release:

Agency Retains Oversight of .Com Domain With Safeguards to Protect Consumers, and Internet Stability and Security

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As a condition of approval, the Department negotiated an amendment to its existing Cooperative Agreement with VeriSign to address the competition and Internet security and stability issues identified during the review process. Under this amendment, the Department retains oversight over any changes to the pricing provisions of, or renewals of, the new .com registry agreement. Department approval of any renewal will occur only if it concludes that the approval will serve the public interest in the continued security and stability of the Internet domain name system and the operation of the .com registry, and the provision of registry services at reasonable prices, terms and conditions.

[davezan]

Many people fought the good fight. At least it's not a total loss. :)

Don't let your guard down. That's what some of them are hoping for.

Dave Zan