New Zealand’s ccTLD Opens Consultation on Disputes

The .nz ccTLD’s policies are managed by the Domain Name Commission, who I’ve mentioned previously. They’re currently conducting an open consultation on dispute resolution in the .nz name space. The consultation is made up of both online and offline options, so that stakeholders get plenty of opportunity to provide input. You can read about the… Continue reading New Zealand’s ccTLD Opens Consultation on Disputes

IE ccTLD to Offer New Dispute Resolution Service

IEDR, which runs the .ie country code registry, has announced the upcoming launch of a new alternate dispute resolution service. The new service should be available from July of this year onwards. So what is it? It’s designed to be a mechanism to resolve disputes surrounding .ie domain names without going to a full WIPO… Continue reading IE ccTLD to Offer New Dispute Resolution Service

Chilean ccTLD Introduces Legal Assistance Service

The Chilean country code registry (.cl) has announced the formal introduction of a legal assistance service for registrants. Obviously they’re not going to get embroiled in all legal disputes, but what they are going to do is help registrants who might be hit with a dispute involving their domains. They’ve been working on this project… Continue reading Chilean ccTLD Introduces Legal Assistance Service

Nominet Opens Consultation On Dispute Resolution Service

Nominet has launched a public consultation on their domain name dispute service (DRS). According to Nominet aren’t substantial, but are aimed at simplifying and updating their processes: Removing references to fax numbers Removing the option to file hard copy complaints Noting the availability of direct registrations under .uk The consultation is open from today until… Continue reading Nominet Opens Consultation On Dispute Resolution Service

Probably The Shortest WIPO Decision In The World

Image via Wikipedia You’ll have to excuse my feeble attempt at a pun! The WIPO UDRP decision involving carlsberg.tv is incredibly short and does not contain any surprises. Carlsberg is an internationally recognised brand – its the 5th largest brewing company in the world! Carlsberg have a very well established usage and have taken steps… Continue reading Probably The Shortest WIPO Decision In The World

Champagne.ie UDRP Decision

The former registrant of the domain champagne.ie probably doesn’t feel like celebrating, as he lost the UDRP against him. You can read the entire decision here on the WIPO site. “Champagne” and related terms have been the subject of domain disputes in several constituencies over the last few years, with the champagne.co.uk decision still being… Continue reading Champagne.ie UDRP Decision

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