Re: [gnso-rap-dt] latest draft of the Initial Report

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Greg,

I note the additional paragraph for the Ctbersquatting backround section I 
sent over has been omitted - any reason why?  I think that is a 
representation of some of the discussions we had within the group and 
should be included - I've certainly not had any comments back to object to 
this, quite the contrary.  Could you therefore append the following 
paragragh to this section:

Background (additional para) 

The RAP WG recognises that the UDRP is a useful mechanism to counter some 
elements of Cybersquatting but the scale of Cybersquatting is overwhelming 
and the drain on cost and resources for brand-owners to respond in all 
instances by using only the UDRP as a remedy is prohibitive.  In addition, 
there is insufficient up-front protection mechanisms to prevent 
registrants from initially registering infringing domains which are freely 
monetized from the date of registration, via PPC and other online 
advertising methods, thus earning revenue for the registrant.  They can 
then simply wait until a UDRP action is commenced before they give up the 
domain, without penalty.  The burden therefore rests with the trademark 
owner to monitor, investigate and pursue litigation in order to provide 
protection to Internet users. This burden often includes the registration 
and ongoing management of large domain name portfolios, consisting mainly 
of unwanted domains that benefit only the Registry, Registrar and ICANN 
parties.  This approach is already a major concern for trademark owners, 
in terms of cost and resources, with the existing level of gTLDs and 
ccTLDs, let alone the anticipated growth of new gTLDs and IDNs.

Many thanks,

Martin

Martin C SUTTON 
Group Risk 
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Dear RAPWG:
 
Hello, all.  Marika arrived safely at ICANN headquarters in southern 
California, where she is now experiencing some uncharacteristically dreary 
weather.  (Sorry, Marika!)   In the meantime I have taken an opportunity 
to create a new version of the master report document (attached).  I have 
attempted to incorporate everyone?s contributions since the last draft, 
including Mikey?s latest material, James? edits, and Martin?s latest 
cybersquatting recommendation.  Also, you will see the new section about 
WHOIS Access; please check it out.  You will also see the new 
recommendation for malicious use, as per the assignment I took in Monday?s 
meeting.  I also made some inclusions of my own, as an individual member 
of the group.
 
The doc is redlined; make sure the editing marks are turned on to see 
them.  Please let me know ASAP if you have any questions, or if there are 
any omissions or errors.
 
Marika is now taking the Recommendations as they stand, and is creating 
the online straw-poll about them.  You will receive an invitation 
hopefully tomorrow to take part in the poll.
 
With best wishes,
--Greg
 
 
 
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