Top-level events and meetings of May
ICANN Paris
The ICANN event (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) held in Paris from May 6 to 9, 2024, was highly relevant for the .cat domain, especially in the context of its involvement in global Internet governance and the promotion of Catalan culture and language online.
During the event, the importance of abuse management (fraud protection: mechanisms and techniques) was highlighted, as well as how the implementation of NIS2, the EU directive providing harmonized legislation across the EU on cybersecurity, is being managed by the various involved parties.
Planning for the next round of applications for new generic top-level domains (gTLDs) was also widely discussed. This topic is particularly relevant for .cat, as it may influence future strategies for promoting Catalan language and culture on the Internet, as well as competition and collaboration with other domains.
In summary, the Paris meeting provided an important platform for the .cat domain to engage in key discussions on Internet governance, security, technological innovation, and cultural representation, thus reinforcing its presence and influence globally.
E-show Barcelona
The E-show Barcelona 2024, held on May 13 and 14, brought together the main players in e-commerce and digital marketing.
The .cat domain, along with the .barcelona domain and the registrar Don Dominio, had a prominent presence with a shared booth where visitors could obtain a .cat or .barcelona domain with web hosting free of charge for the first year if they registered the domain at the fair’s booth.
Visitors were able to learn firsthand about the advantages and possibilities these domains offer for businesses and digital projects aimed at both the Catalan and international markets. The collaboration between .cat and .barcelona demonstrated a strong commitment to promoting Catalan identity and presence on the Internet, offering attendees tools and resources to enhance their online strategies.
The E-show Barcelona 2024 was an opportunity for .cat and .barcelona to showcase their relevance and adaptability to the needs of modern e-commerce and digital marketing, solidifying their status as trusted options for digital entrepreneurs.
