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The Com Laude Podcast

by Com Laude

Welcome to the Com Laude Podcast, where we delve into the past, present, and future of the domain name industry. We will discuss the upcoming round of new gTLDs to help you navigate the space. We will feature expert guests, sharing insights on the management and protection of your domain names. We will also continue to explore and provide updates from the ever-evolving world of Web3.

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Episodes

  1. Post ICANN84 Review and Discussion

    Fresh from ICANN84 in Dublin, the next round of new gTLD applications is less than six months away. Discover what's in the newly approved applicant guidebook, when the application window opens, and what prospective applicants need to know now. Plus, we dive into the heated DNS abuse policy debate...

  2. Understanding the new Applicant Guidebook

    If you’re thinking about applying for a new gTLD in the next round, understanding the new Applicant Guidebook (AGB) is absolutely essential. In this episode, we explain why the AGB matters so much and what’s changed since the last round. We walk you through the key rules, timelines, and new...

  3. Post ICANN83 Review and Discussion

    In this episode, we unpack key updates from ICANN 83 including the long-awaited draft Applicant Guidebook and the next round of new gTLD applications. Ashley Roberts breaks down the application fee, implications for dot Brands, and the latest on the registry agreement. Susan Payne discusses the...

  4. Post ICANN82 Review and Discussion

    In this episode of the Com Laude podcast, Sophie Hey and Susan Payne discuss the key takeaways from the recent ICANN 82 meeting. They cover the progress on the next round of new gTLDs, recent developments in dot brand TLDs, the importance of domain name registration data accuracy, and the ongoing...

  5. [WEB3] The Future of Blockchain Domains and Web 3

    In our 15th episode of the Com Laude Podcast, we take a deep dive into blockchain domains — where they’ve been, where they are now, and where they’re heading in 2025 and beyond. What exactly are blockchain domains, and how do they compare to traditional DNS? Key players like ENS, Unstoppable...

  6. [DotBrands] First Round Review - Part 3 (with Microsoft)

    In part three of our series reviewing the first round of new gTLD applications, we sit down with Cole Quinn, Principal Technical Programme Manager at Microsoft. Cole shares his experience managing Microsoft's eight dotBrand TLDs, including .MICROSOFT and .XBOX. We explore his role at Microsoft…

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  7. Post ICANN81 Review and Discussion

    In our 13th episode, we provide you with an overview of the Annual General Meeting in Istanbul, covering every session of importance to brand owners. The main topics we discuss are: Dvelopments in DNS abuse Current status of the next round of new gTLDs Preparations for ICANN's new CEO…

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  8. [DotBrands] ICANN's RSP Evaluation Program (with Kroopa Shah from Identity Digital)

    With the next round of TLDs approaching, we have another new gTLD-related episode in store for you, covering ICANN's RSP pre-evaluation program. Our host, Ashley Roberts, chats with a special guest, Kroopa Shah, Senior Director of Registry Support and Management at Identity Digital. They…

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  9. Post ICANN80 Review and Discussion

    In our 11th episode, we recap the Kigali Policy Forum, covering every session of importance to brand owners. The main topics we discuss are: Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Application Fees for the next round of new gTLDs Registry Voluntary Commitments and Contention Resolution DNS Abuse

  10. [DotBrands] First Round Review - Part 2 (with Sky)

    In part two of our series reviewing the first round of new gTLD applications, we met with Nisha Parkash, Head of Domain Management at Sky, to talk about the dot SKY TLD. In this episode, we discussed: The importance of dotBrands in creating secure infrastructure Building support and understanding...

  11. [DotBrands] First Round Review - Part 1 (with Vivek Goyal, COO at LdotR)

    This time, we bring you a special episode, part of a series reviewing the first round of new gTLD applications. In this series, we will explore what has worked well for brands, why they decided to apply, how they chose which TLDs to apply for, and what lessons they have learned that could be used...

  12. Post ICANN79 Review and Discussion

    In our eighth episode, we recap ICANN79 in Puerto Rico, covering every session of importance to brand owners. The main topics we discuss are: Policy Implementation - DNS Abuse and handling of domain registration data; Registration Data Request Service (RDRS); and The timeline for the next round…

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  13. Post ICANN78 Review and Discussion

    In our seventh episode, we recap ICANN78 in Hamburg, covering every session of importance to brand owners. The main topics we discuss are: Timeline for the next round of TLDs, RSP evaluation and name collision; Next round of TLDs, SubPro and string similarity; DNS Abuse; and Registration Data...

  14. [WEB3] The Turning Point: How 2023 Reshaped Web 3

    In our sixth episode, we recap 2023 so far and how the Web 3.0 landscape changed. Join us as we discuss: The FTX collapse. Why the Metaverse failed to deliver on the initial promise? Did the NFT bubble burst and the future of the NFT market? Blockchain Domain use cases and how to protect your...

  15. [WEB3] Crypto Wallet Best Practices

    Our fifth episode is all about Crypto Wallets. Join us as we navigate the world of digital wallets, providing you with essential knowledge on: What are crypto wallets and why are they so important; Wallet set up; Types of wallets and how to use them; Operational best practices; Wallet…

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  16. [WEB3] What is a digital identity and why it is important to have full ownership and control (with Sandy Carter, COO of Unstoppable Domains)

    Our fourth episode features Sandy Carter, COO of Unstoppable Domains. In this episode our host, Dietmar Lenden, speaks to Sandy about: Who are Unstoppable Domains and what are their main goals and mission as leaders in the Web3 industry What is a digital identity and why it is important to have...

  17. [WEB3] NFT marketplace monitoring & enforcement (with Svetlana Ilnitskaya from Corsearch)

    Our third episode features Svetlana Ilnitskaya, Director of Global Solution Strategy at Corsearch. In this episode our host, Dietmar Lenden, speaks to Svetlana about: Use cases of Blockchain domains; Corsearch's NFT marketplace monitoring & enforcement solution; How big is the Web 3 project for...

  18. [WEB3] How big is the Web3 project for Starbucks? (with Russ Jacobs)

    Our second episode features Russ Jacobs, Managing Corporate Counsel at Starbucks.In this episode our host, Dietmar Lenden, speaks to Russ about: How Starbucks is using blockchain technology; How Starbucks fosters community through the use of NFTs; How they protect against IP infringement, and…

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  19. [WEB3] Risks and Potential Rewards of Blockchain Domains (with Julius Stobbs)

    Our first episode features Julius Stobbs, founder of Stobbs IP. In this episode our host, Dietmar Lenden, speaks to Julius about: How Stobbs IP are helping clients navigate the Web 3.0 space Some of the risks and potential rewards of blockchain domains Trademark registration and licensing...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to the Com Laude Podcast, where we delve into the past, present, and future of the domain name industry. We will discuss the upcoming round of new gTLDs to help you navigate the space. We will feature expert guests, sharing insights on the management and protection of your domain names. We will also continue to explore and provide updates from the ever-evolving world of Web3.

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Welcome to the Com Laude Podcast, where we delve into the past, present, and future of the domain name industry. We will discuss the upcoming round of new gTLDs to help you navigate the space. We will feature expert guests, sharing insights on the management and protection of your domain names. We...

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