ICANN says it won't kick Russia off the internetUkraine had petitioned the non-profit in response to the invasion.By A. Tarantola, 03.03.2022
ICANN blocks proposal to let .org be sold to a for-profit groupThe controversial $1.1 billion deal will not be pushing through.By M. Moon, 05.01.2020
The price of a .com domain is set to rise, and some sellers aren't happyThere are a few days left before its public consultation ends.By D. Cooper, 02.11.2020
Congress worries sale of .org could harm non-profitsThey want assurances this won't limit access to a crucial internet domain.By J. Fingas, 12.23.2019
Internet gatekeeper warns of 'ongoing and significant' DNS attacksIt's urging tighter security for web domains.By J. Fingas, 02.24.2019
US reduces its internet oversightA judge shot down a last-minute attempt to block the handover.By J. Fingas, 10.01.2016
States sue to block White House plan for internet transitionAttorneys general from Texas, Arizona, Oklahoma and Nevada argue there has to be Congressional approval. By B. Steele, 09.30.2016
Democrats slam Republicans fighting the internet handoverThey see opposition to international control as playing into Russia's hands.By J. Fingas, 09.21.2016
Facebook, Google urge Congress to hand over internet controlThe tech giants say "critical safeguards" will protect freedom of speech.By S. Dent, 09.13.2016
US government cedes control of the internet in OctoberICANN is set to take over the web's domain name system.By A. Dalton, 08.18.2016
US to reduce its oversight of a key internet governor, but don't expect big changesBy J. Fingas, 03.14.2014