New gTLD Program: 2026 Round Webinars and Presentations
Check this page for latest webinars, sessions, and presentations on the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round.
Webinars and presentations related to the Applicant Support Program (ASP) are available on the ASP resources page.
Webinars and presentations related to the Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program are available on the RSP resources page.
To include a webinar or presentation on this page, please email engagement.newgTLDprogram@icann.org
| February 2026 | Format | Date and Time |
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2026 Round Bidder Conference (Register Here) This webinar provides prospective bidders with an overview of ICANN's business needs for the 2026 Round, including why panels and panelists are required, the types of service areas where vendor support is needed, and estimated timelines for when work will begin. A webinar recording will be published after the event. | Webinar with Q&A | 10 February 2026 15:00 UTC |
| January 2026 | Format | Date and Time |
|---|---|---|
2026 Round Applicant Journey Overview This webinar provides an end-to-end overview of the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round application process. The course creates context for ICANN community members and applicants who wish to understand the requirements of the application process, and the role(s) different groups play throughout. A webinar recording will be published after the event. | Webinar with Q&A | 27 January 2026 16:00 UTC |
Introduction to the 2026 Round This webinar provides interested parties with foundational information about the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round. The course is designed to equip those who are unfamiliar with the program to understand everything from generic top-level domains, to the purpose of each stage of the applicant journey. A webinar recording will be published after the event. | Webinar with Q&A | 20 January 2026 08:00 UTC |