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ICANN Reveals 2026 Applications for New Generic Top-Level Domains
Original: ICANN Reveals 2026 Round Applications for New Generic Top-Level Domains Article URL: https://www. icann.org/en/announcem
ICANN has published the applications for the 2026 round of new generic top-level domains, disclosing which organisations are seeking to operate new internet domain endings. The announcement, dated 7 October 2026, marks a key step in the long-delayed expansion programme. Interest has centred on how many applications were filed and which brands or registries are involved.
Why now: The disclosure reveals which applicants will shape the next expansion of the internet's domain name system, drawing attention from the tech community.
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