GoKawiilICANN Opens 2026 gTLD Application Window with Over 1,600 Submissions
ICANN announced the completion of the application period for the 2026 round of new gTLDs, receiving 1,615 submissions from organizations worldwide. The applications include a mix of brand, community, geographic, and internationalized domain names, with the majority originating from North America and Europe. The full list of applications is now publicly available for review on ICANN's official site.
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This release highlights ongoing global interest in expanding the domain name system, which could influence internet branding and online identity strategies. The diversity of applications suggests a broadening of digital representation across regions and communities, potentially impacting internet governance and market competition.
- Over 1,600 applications were submitted for the 2026 gTLD round.
- Applications span various categories including brands, communities, and geographic names.
- The application window closed on August 12, 2026, with data now publicly accessible.
Source: icann.org, 2026-10-07
Published there as: “ICANN Reveals 2026 Round Applications for New Generic Top-Level Domains”
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