Tag: ICANN

New Generic Domains (gTLDs)

For many years, domain extensions were limited to a handful of classic options such as .com, .net, or country-code domains like .gt for Guatemala. However, over the last decade, the digital ecosystem has evolved rapidly, giving rise to a new generation of domains known as gTLDs (generic top-level domains). These new endings that follow the dot in a web address now include specific industries (.tech, .shop, .app), professional identities (.design, .law), and geographic or cultural names such as .lat, .tokyo, .africa, or .london.

This change has opened the door to a more diverse, personalized Internet, one that aligns with the communities, cultures, and regions that actively shape the web. In this article, we explore what gTLDs are, how cities and communities are using them, and why they represent a valuable opportunity for Latin America and Spanish-speaking users. Continue reading

ICANN Domain Metrica: A New Tool to Understand Domain Behavior

What do we really know about what happens to domain names after they are registered? How are abuse, risks, or usage trends detected? Until recently, finding clear answers required navigating fragmented or inconsistent data sources. To address this need, ICANN has developed Domain Metrica, a platform that offers a more precise, open, and detailed view of the domain name ecosystem worldwide. In this post, we explain what Domain Metrica is, how it works, and why it may be particularly relevant for those who work with domain names or manage a digital presence—including users of Guatemala’s country code top-level domain, .gt. Continue reading

ICANN Meetings: The Voice of Internet Users

The internet often seems to work on its own: we search on Google, open social media, or browse websites without thinking about what happens behind the scenes. But in reality, there is a whole structure in place to ensure that everything functions securely, stably, and in an organized way. A key part of that structure is internet governance, and within it, the public meetings held by ICANN.

In this blog, we explain what ICANN is, how its public meetings work, and why you—as an internet user—can also take part in shaping the future of the internet. Continue reading