ICANN Reveals 2026 Round Applications for New Generic Top-Level Domains
Summary
ICANN released the 2026 round applications for new gTLDs, detailing applied-for strings, variants, and public portions of applications, plus contention sets and a central publication site. The update includes a data snapshot with regional and category breakdowns, and outlines milestones through late 2026 and into 2027, such as the Replacement Period, String Confirmation Day, and Community Input. The data emphasizes transparency in the gTLD evaluation process and provides guidance for stakeholders tracking the round's progress.