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The Internet Commerce Association invites you to a special webinar for the domain name community to discuss the recently released Initial Report of the WIPO-ICA UDRP Review Project Team. Join Brian Beckham (Head – Internet Dispute Resolution Section at WIPO) and Zak Muscovitch (General Counsel, ICA)—co-leads of the review—for a conversation on the report’s key findings, areas of agreement and …
We’re thrilled to announce that the ICA Member Meeting – ICA Vegas 2026 – will take place January 15–17, 2026, at the Park MGM in Las Vegas! This year, we’re leveling up — while keeping everything you love about ICA gatherings: great people, authentic conversations, and a focus on connection, learning, and community. Why attend ICA Vegas? We heard you …
What are we even talking about anyway? by Mr. Sten Lillieström (LinkedIn) When UDRP panels decide whether a domain name registration is likely to be an effect of cybersquatting, they rely on legacy trademark law terminology. At the same time, they do not have access to the full array of resources at the disposal of a court of law, should …
After a few webinars, we’re resuming our AMAs in May! And you’re in for a treat – mark your calendars for Monday, May 5th, because we’re bringing you a bold and flavorful AMA just in time for Cinco de Mayo! Join us for an exclusive conversation with Rob Schutz, co-founder of the multi-billion-dollar health platform Ro and the startup Snagged.com, which helps people get great domain names …
The Internet Commerce Association (ICA) is pleased to announce the release of the Initial Report of the WIPO-ICA UDRP Review Project Team, developed in collaboration with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). Read the Report Submit Your Feedback (Stakeholder Feedback Open Through June 27, 2025) The Initial Report is the result of a nearly year-long collaboration between WIPO and the ICA, …
Earlier this week the ICA hosted a webinar on the upcoming changes to the domain name transfer policy—a critical topic for registrars, registrants, and the broader domain name community. Moderated by ICA General Counsel Zak Muscovitch, the panel featured four leading voices in domain policy and registrar operations: Roger Carney(GoDaddy) Owen Smigelski (Namecheap) Jothan Frakes (PLISK.COM) Theo Geurts (Realtime Register B.V.) Together, they unpacked the details …
Unregistered Trademark Rights and Fraud in UDRP Cases – By Special Guest Contributor, Mihaela Maravela Mihaela Maravela is a Romanian lawyer with over 20 years of experience. She handles intellectual property disputes and domestic arbitration, both as counsel and as arbitrator, having resolved numerous domain name disputes since 2008 as a panelist with the WIPO. Mihaela represents clients in ICC …
The Internet Commerce Association invites you to join us on Wednesday, April 16 at 1 PM Eastern for a public Zoom webinar exploring the latest developments in the Domain Name Transfer Policy. What’s changing—and what do you need to know? Which domain name locks are going away? What are the new lock periods? Will transferring domains become easier for registrants and registrars? What happens if …
Join us for a timely and informative ICA webinar: New gTLD Intelligence – Insights from the Experts, where we’ll explore the current status of ICANN’s New gTLD Program and what’s ahead as the next round approaches. Whether you’re planning to apply, advise clients, or just want to stay informed, this session will give you a deeper understanding of the evolving gTLD …
As ICANN82 kicks off in Seattle, we’re looking forward to bringing the domain name community together for an evening of networking, industry discussions, and great company. The ICA Drinks Reception will take place tomorrow at the Rickhouse Whiskey Bar inside Daniel’s Broiler, offering a relaxed atmosphere for ICA members and industry professionals to connect outside the conference setting. A Huge …
