CFIT played an extraordinary role and continues to play an extraordinarily important role as an organizing influence. We consider ourselves the whiteboard for the industry in thinking through its concerns and potential solutions. |
China wouldn't be alone in wanting something that isn't controlled by ICANN. Other countries have also expressed dissatisfaction with the way things are being handled. |
We believe as many do that the settlement of the litigation need not be linked to a reassignment of the registry agreement. We think that the contract should run its course, that the contract should be put up to bid, and that there should be no linkage between settling litigation and assigning the .com registry name. |