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ICANN Releases 2026 Guidebook, Other Resources to Support Organizations Planning to Apply for New Domain Extensions in April 2026
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Internet is constantly evolving – transforming and changing as users innovate new technologies and platforms for connection, learning, and opportunity. Businesses and other entities will have a rare chance to be part of the next phase of that evolution when the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) begins accepting applications for new domain extensions next year. That means that companies and organizations can apply to have custom domain extensions – otherwise known as generic top-level domains (gTLDs). A gTLD is the part of an Internet address that comes after the last dot.
Today, ICANN published the official Applicant Guidebook for the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round, expected to open to receive applications on 30 April 2026. The guidebook is the authoritative manual for any entity – brands, communities, cities – that wants to apply for a gTLD. It gives interested parties the application questions, requirements, and processes to lead readers through application submission and evaluation processes.
New gTLDs present a unique opportunity for businesses, communities, regions, and organizations to strengthen their digital presence. A custom domain extension, like .brand or .city, is a powerful tool to enhance visibility, build consumer trust, and foster innovation as part of a digital presence or strategy. The 2026 Round of new gTLDs also will expand the number of Internationalized Domain Names, which will be available in more than two dozen scripts, representing over 300 languages used around the world.
New gTLDs are managed by registry operators, which play a key role in the Internet ecosystem. As the nonprofit responsible for coordinating the Internet's global Domain Name System, ICANN has developed a comprehensive process to assess and approve registry operators.
"It's important that new gTLD applicants be prepared for the assessment of the gTLD string they wish to apply for, as well as all of the applicable evaluations, including financial and operational capabilities," said ICANN President and CEO Kurtis Lindqvist. "The Applicant Guidebook tells them exactly what's required and helps them navigate the process."
The 2026 Round Applicant Guidebook is available in English; an HTML version will be available before the end of January 2026. ICANN will provide translations of the guidebook in Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish no later than two months before the opening of the 2026 Round, as required by community-developed policy recommendations.
New Resources Available to Prepare Applicants
ICANN offers many resources to help prepare potential applicants, including webinars, key topic overviews, Frequently Asked Questions, and other support materials. All are available on the program website.
ICANN will open the application submission period on 30 April 2026 and will continue to publish additional applicant resources in the lead-up to the round opening. For more information on the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round, please visit https://newgtldprogram.icann.org/.
About ICANN
ICANN's mission is to help ensure a stable, secure, and unified global Internet. To reach another person on the Internet, you need to type an address – a name or a number – into your computer or other device. That address must be unique so computers know where to find each other. ICANN helps coordinate and support these unique identifiers across the world. ICANN was formed in 1998 as a nonprofit public benefit corporation with a community of participants from all over the world.
ICANN Releases 2026 Guidebook, Other Resources to Support Organizations Planning to Apply for New Domain Extensions in April 2026
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Internet is constantly evolving – transforming and changing as users innovate new technologies and platforms for connection, learning, and opportunity. Businesses and other entities will have a rare chance to be part of the next phase of that evolution when the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) begins accepting applications for new domain extensions next year. That means that companies and organizations can apply to have custom domain extensions – otherwise known as generic top-level domains (gTLDs). A gTLD is the part of an Internet address that comes after the last dot.
Today, ICANN published the official Applicant Guidebook for the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round, expected to open to receive applications on 30 April 2026. The guidebook is the authoritative manual for any entity – brands, communities, cities – that wants to apply for a gTLD. It gives interested parties the application questions, requirements, and processes to lead readers through application submission and evaluation processes.
New gTLDs present a unique opportunity for businesses, communities, regions, and organizations to strengthen their digital presence. A custom domain extension, like .brand or .city, is a powerful tool to enhance visibility, build consumer trust, and foster innovation as part of a digital presence or strategy. The 2026 Round of new gTLDs also will expand the number of Internationalized Domain Names, which will be available in more than two dozen scripts, representing over 300 languages used around the world.
New gTLDs are managed by registry operators, which play a key role in the Internet ecosystem. As the nonprofit responsible for coordinating the Internet's global Domain Name System, ICANN has developed a comprehensive process to assess and approve registry operators.
"It's important that new gTLD applicants be prepared for the assessment of the gTLD string they wish to apply for, as well as all of the applicable evaluations, including financial and operational capabilities," said ICANN President and CEO Kurtis Lindqvist. "The Applicant Guidebook tells them exactly what's required and helps them navigate the process."
The 2026 Round Applicant Guidebook is available in English; an HTML version will be available before the end of January 2026. ICANN will provide translations of the guidebook in Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish no later than two months before the opening of the 2026 Round, as required by community-developed policy recommendations.
New Resources Available to Prepare Applicants
ICANN offers many resources to help prepare potential applicants, including webinars, key topic overviews, Frequently Asked Questions, and other support materials. All are available on the program website.
ICANN will open the application submission period on 30 April 2026 and will continue to publish additional applicant resources in the lead-up to the round opening. For more information on the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round, please visit https://newgtldprogram.icann.org/.
About ICANN
ICANN's mission is to help ensure a stable, secure, and unified global Internet. To reach another person on the Internet, you need to type an address – a name or a number – into your computer or other device. That address must be unique so computers know where to find each other. ICANN helps coordinate and support these unique identifiers across the world. ICANN was formed in 1998 as a nonprofit public benefit corporation with a community of participants from all over the world.
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The Roadmap to Securing Your Own Digital Domain is Now Available
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BANGKOK, Dec. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sungrow, the global leading PV inverter and energy storage system provider, and ICBC (Thai) Leasing announced a deepened strategic cooperation to accelerate the deployment and adoption of renewable energy in Thailand. Leveraging Sungrow's technological expertise and ICBC (Thai) Leasing green finance capabilities, the partnership aims to support the development of a more resilient and sustainable energy system.
- Joint Initiatives Empower Local Talent and Enhance Renewable Energy Awareness
Over the past year, Sungrow and ICBC (Thai) Leasing have jointly conducted numerous public welfare activities in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, Chonburi, and other provinces, organizing events in universities, communities, and industrial parks. The activities include renewable energy technical workshops, green energy seminars, and industry trend sharing sessions. The series of activities covered 2 universities, 2 institutions, and 2 communities in Thailand, reaching tens of thousands of participants. These events effectively support local talent cultivation and raise national awareness of renewable energy.
The 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Thailand is not only a historical milestone but also a significant opportunity for energy cooperation between the two sides to reach a higher level. "Thailand is one of Sungrow's most important markets in Southeast Asia," stated a representative from Sungrow. Through continued investment in technology innovation, customer services, and social welfare programs, we are committed to making renewable energy accessible and scalable in Thailand, contributing to a sustainable and replicable development model for the industry." stated a representative from Sungrow.
- Renewable Energy Financing Lease Policy Drives Market Uptake
Financial support plays a key role in accelerating the adoption of renewable energy. Under this collaboration, ICBC (Thai) Leasing delivers comprehensive green finance capabilities and has launched a new energy financing lease policy with Sungrow. This policy offers flexible financing structures, lower upfront investment requirements, and stable, transparent energy costs for C&I users, schools, SMEs, and industrial parks, significantly improving the feasibility of renewable energy adoption for local businesses.
- Green finance serves as a key driving force for industrial transformation
Sungrow and ICBC (Thai) Leasing have joined forces to deliver innovative solutions that integrate financial services with new energy applications in the Thai market, empowering local enterprises to accelerate their green energy transition in an efficient and sustainable manner.
Sungrow has been deeply rooted in Thailand for more than decade years, achieving strong market performance through its leading PV and energy storage technologies and comprehensive localized services. Meanwhile, Sungrow has delivered—inverter installations exceeding 4GW, energy storage system installations exceeding 546MWh, and products and solutions covering various scenarios, continuously providing power for Thailand's energy transition.
This collaboration marks significant progress for both parties in the field of green development and aligns closely with the Thai government's long-term plans for renewable energy deployment and net-zero emissions target. In the future, Sungrow and ICBC (Thai) Leasing will continue to deepen cooperation in green finance, talent development, and industrial demonstration projects by creating more benchmark achievements, contributing to the optimization of Thailand's energy structure and low-carbon development.
About Sungrow
Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, has pioneered sustainable power solutions for over 28 years. As of June 2025, Sungrow has installed 870 GW of power electronic converters worldwide. The Company is recognized as the world's most bankable PV inverter and energy storage company (BloombergNEF). Its innovations power clean energy projects across the globe, supported by a network of 520 service outlets guaranteeing excellent customer experience. At Sungrow, we're committed to bridging to a sustainable future through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service. For more information, please visit: www.sungrowpower.com/en.
"Borrow when necessary and within your means"
Effective interest rate are at 7.46% - 10.57% per annum.
luly.wang@sungrow-hq.com
BANGKOK, Dec. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sungrow, the global leading PV inverter and energy storage system provider, and ICBC (Thai) Leasing announced a deepened strategic cooperation to accelerate the deployment and adoption of renewable energy in Thailand. Leveraging Sungrow's technological expertise and ICBC (Thai) Leasing green finance capabilities, the partnership aims to support the development of a more resilient and sustainable energy system.
- Joint Initiatives Empower Local Talent and Enhance Renewable Energy Awareness
Over the past year, Sungrow and ICBC (Thai) Leasing have jointly conducted numerous public welfare activities in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, Chonburi, and other provinces, organizing events in universities, communities, and industrial parks. The activities include renewable energy technical workshops, green energy seminars, and industry trend sharing sessions. The series of activities covered 2 universities, 2 institutions, and 2 communities in Thailand, reaching tens of thousands of participants. These events effectively support local talent cultivation and raise national awareness of renewable energy.
The 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Thailand is not only a historical milestone but also a significant opportunity for energy cooperation between the two sides to reach a higher level. "Thailand is one of Sungrow's most important markets in Southeast Asia," stated a representative from Sungrow. Through continued investment in technology innovation, customer services, and social welfare programs, we are committed to making renewable energy accessible and scalable in Thailand, contributing to a sustainable and replicable development model for the industry." stated a representative from Sungrow.
- Renewable Energy Financing Lease Policy Drives Market Uptake
Financial support plays a key role in accelerating the adoption of renewable energy. Under this collaboration, ICBC (Thai) Leasing delivers comprehensive green finance capabilities and has launched a new energy financing lease policy with Sungrow. This policy offers flexible financing structures, lower upfront investment requirements, and stable, transparent energy costs for C&I users, schools, SMEs, and industrial parks, significantly improving the feasibility of renewable energy adoption for local businesses.
- Green finance serves as a key driving force for industrial transformation
Sungrow and ICBC (Thai) Leasing have joined forces to deliver innovative solutions that integrate financial services with new energy applications in the Thai market, empowering local enterprises to accelerate their green energy transition in an efficient and sustainable manner.
Sungrow has been deeply rooted in Thailand for more than decade years, achieving strong market performance through its leading PV and energy storage technologies and comprehensive localized services. Meanwhile, Sungrow has delivered—inverter installations exceeding 4GW, energy storage system installations exceeding 546MWh, and products and solutions covering various scenarios, continuously providing power for Thailand's energy transition.
This collaboration marks significant progress for both parties in the field of green development and aligns closely with the Thai government's long-term plans for renewable energy deployment and net-zero emissions target. In the future, Sungrow and ICBC (Thai) Leasing will continue to deepen cooperation in green finance, talent development, and industrial demonstration projects by creating more benchmark achievements, contributing to the optimization of Thailand's energy structure and low-carbon development.
About Sungrow
Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, has pioneered sustainable power solutions for over 28 years. As of June 2025, Sungrow has installed 870 GW of power electronic converters worldwide. The Company is recognized as the world's most bankable PV inverter and energy storage company (BloombergNEF). Its innovations power clean energy projects across the globe, supported by a network of 520 service outlets guaranteeing excellent customer experience. At Sungrow, we're committed to bridging to a sustainable future through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service. For more information, please visit: www.sungrowpower.com/en.
"Borrow when necessary and within your means"
Effective interest rate are at 7.46% - 10.57% per annum.
luly.wang@sungrow-hq.com
** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **
Sungrow and ICBC (Thai) Leasing Strengthen Partnership to Accelerate Renewable Energy Transition with Green Finance
