.nokia New gTLD Application
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New gTLD Application Submitted to ICANN by: Nokia Corporation
Application Downloaded On: 12 Aug 2014
String: nokia
Application ID: 1-957-83376
Applicant Information
- Full legal name
Nokia Corporation
- Address of the principal place of business
Keilalahdentie 2-4 Espoo - 02150 FI
- Phone number
+358718008000
- Fax number
- If applicable, website or URL
http://www.nokia.com
Primary Contact
6(a). Name
Lorna Gradden
6(b). Title
Operations Director
6(c). Address
6(d). Phone Number
+442074218263
6(e). Fax Number
6(f). Email Address
Secondary Contact
7(a). Name
Ville Salo
7(b). Title
Senior System Analyst
7(c). Address
7(d). Phone Number
+358 50 482 1701
7(e). Fax Number
7(f). Email Address
Proof of Legal Establishment
8(a). Legal form of the Applicant
Corporation
8(b). State the specific national or other jurisdiction that defines the type of entity identified in 8(a).
Finnish
8(c). Attach evidence of the applicant's establishment.
Attachments are not displayed on this form.
9(a). If applying company is publicly traded, provide the exchange and symbol.
New_York_Stock_Exchange / NOK
9(b). If the applying entity is a subsidiary, provide the parent company.
9(c). If the applying entity is a joint venture, list all joint venture partners.
Applicant Background
11(a). Name(s) and position(s) of all directors
Name
Position
Bruce Brown Board Member
Dennis Francis Strigl Board Member
Elizabeth Anne Nelson Board Member
Elizabeth Mary Doherty Board Member
Jouko Alvar Karvinen Board Member
Kari Henrik Stadigh Board Member
Mårten Gustaf Mickos Board Member
Risto Kalevi Siilasmaa Board Member
Vivek Badrinath Board Member
11(b). Name(s) and position(s) of all officers and partners
Name
Position
Henry Rainer Tirri Executive Vice President and Acting Head of Nokia Technologies
Michael Roland Sven Halbherr CEO of HERE
Rajeev Suri President and CEO
Samih Elhage Executive Vice President and Chief Financial and Operating Officer of Nokia Networks
Timo Jaakko Pietari Ihamuotila Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
11(c). Name(s) and position(s) of all shareholders holding at least 15% of shares
11(d). For an applying entity that does not have directors, officers, partners, or shareholders: Name(s) and position(s) of all individuals having legal or executive responsibility
Applied-for gTLD string
- Provide the applied-for gTLD string. If an IDN, provide the U-label.
nokia
14A. If applying for an IDN, provide the A-label (beginning with "xn--").
14B. If an IDN, provide the meaning, or restatement of the string in English, that is, a description of the literal meaning of the string in the opinion of the applicant.
14C1. If an IDN, provide the language of the label (in English).
14C2. If an IDN, provide the language of the label (as referenced by ISO-639-1).
14D1. If an IDN, provide the script of the label (in English).
14D2. If an IDN, provide the script of the label (as referenced by ISO 15924).
14E. If an IDN, list all code points contained in the U-label according to Unicode form.
15A. If an IDN, upload IDN tables for the proposed registry. An IDN table must include:
the applied-for gTLD string relevant to the tables,
the script or language designator (as defined in BCP 47),
table version number,
effective date (DD Month YYYY), and
contact name, email address, and phone number.
Submission of IDN tables in a standards-based format is encouraged.
15B. Describe the process used for development of the IDN tables submitted, including consultations and sources used.
15C. List any variants to the applied-for gTLD string according to the relevant IDN tables.
- Describe the applicant's efforts to ensure that there are no known operational or rendering problems concerning the applied-for gTLD string. If such issues are known, describe steps that will be taken to mitigate these issues in software and other applications.
Nokia anticipates the introduction of this TLD without operational or rendering problems. Based on a decade of experience launching and operating new TLDs, Afilias, the back-end provider of registry services for this TLD, is confident the launch and operation of this TLD presents no known challenges. The rationale for this opinion includes:
- The string is not complex and is represented in standard ASCII characters and follows relevant technical, operational and policy standards;
- The string length is within lengths currently supported in the root and by ubiquitous Internet programs such as web browsers and mail applications;
- There are no new standards required for the introduction of this TLD;
- No onerous requirements are being made on registrars, registrants or Internet users, and;
- The existing secure, stable and reliable Afilias SRS, DNS, WHOIS and supporting systems and staff are amply provisioned and prepared to meet the needs of this TLD.
- OPTIONAL.
Provide a representation of the label according to the International Phonetic Alphabet (http://www.langsci.ucl.ac.uk/ipa/).
18A. Describe the mission/purpose of your proposed gTLD.
Nokia is the world’s leading manufacturer of mobile devices. More than 1.3 billion people across 160 countries connect using a Nokia device, from voice optimised mobile phones to the latest Internet connected smart phones. In 2011, Nokia sold 417 million devices, reported net sales of €38.7 billion and invested €5.6 billion across R&D centres in 16 countries.
Nokia supports ICANN’s goals of introducing innovation and competition to the DNS without compromising security or stability. Nokia has been an active participant in the ICANN community since its formation. It has been represented on the ICANN Board and has also contributed to Policy Development through the Business Constituency, the Intellectual Property Constituency, several Working Groups and initiatives focussed on security and stability. Nokia was also a founding member of the .mobi gTLD registry. Nokia plans to leverage its prior knowledge of registry creation and governance in operating any new gTLD.
Nokia is applying for “NOKIA” string, and will deploy a Standard Registry to meet its business needs which include:
- To ensure that the integrity of the Nokia brand, recognised as one of the most valuable brands in the world by InterBrand, is maintained at the highest available level in the domain name system: Nokia has a portfolio of registered intellectual property rights around the world. Securing the string “NOKIA” in the domain name system is an extension of current brand development and protection.
- To keep Nokia at the forefront of innovation and technological development: Nokia plans to use best-practice DNS configuration and functionality, and will be monitoring and contributing to the development of new standards and services through participation in ICANN and the IETF.
In a separate application Nokia will also be applying for the Chinese translation of Nokia, “诺基亚” string.
18B. How do you expect that your proposed gTLD will benefit registrants, Internet users, and others?
Nokia currently serves Internet users with domain names registered in the existing Top-Level domains. Nokia anticipates that unique and authentic .nokia gTLD registry can provide future opportunities for differentiation, innovation and consumer choice.
To support these goals, .nokia gTLD registry is being designed to operate as a Single Entity Registry with all domains owned by Nokia Corporation. It will be closed to third parties with no association with Nokia. Domains will only be allocated for the use of Nokia Corporation or its Affiliates, to support group’s commercial objectives.
Initially names in the .nokia gTLD registry may forward to existing Nokia’s sites under .com or ccTLDs. In the future Nokia may optimise its gTLD registry’s mode of operation in line with business goals and what emerges as Best Practice for Dot Brand owners or in response to ICANN consensus policies. This is in accordance with the statement of former ICANN Chairman Peter Dengate Thrush on 22 June 2011 when he announced the launch of the new gTLD programme saying, ʺTodayʹs decision will usher in a new Internet age. We have provided a platform for the next generation of creativity and inspiration.ʺ
What is the goal of your proposed gTLD in terms of areas of speciality, service levels or reputation?
The goal of the .nokia gTLD registry in terms of speciality and reputation is to reflect the uniqueness and value that lies in the Nokia brand, listed as the 14th Most Valuable Global Brand by InterBrand in the 2011.
In terms of service levels, the .nokia gTLD registry will be run to the highest-levels of professionalism.
What do you anticipate your proposed gTLD will add to the current space in terms of competition, differentiation or innovation?
Nokia can by definition differentiate with unique and authentic .nokia Single Entity Registry.
In the future Nokia will explore a variety of use cases for its TLD registry. Nokia anticipates that future innovations and technological development in the market can provide future opportunities for differentiation, innovation and consumer choice.
What goals does your proposed gTLD have in terms of user experience?
Providing customers the best user experience in terms of ease of use, relevance and reliability is at the heart of Nokia’s product and service offering.
Only Nokia and its Affiliates will be able to register second level domain names in the .nokia gTLD registry. Internet users will not have to worry about malicious behaviours or false or inaccurate information from a site under a .nokia gTLD.
Localization is a fundamental element of good user experience. Over time, Nokia intends to explore the option of offering IDNs in the scripts listed in its answer to Question 44, thereby enhancing the usability of its domain names for internet users in different world markets.
Provide a complete description of the applicants intended registration policies in support of the goals above
Nokia Corporation is the operator of the .nokia registry. The Nokia Domain Name Management team is responsible for the development, maintenance and enforcement of the .nokia Domain Management Policy (NDMP). This policy defines the rules associated with eligibility and domain name allocation, sets out the license terms governing the use of a .nokia domain name and describes the dispute resolution policies for the .nokia TLD. This policy is intended to be updated and revised regularly to reflect Nokia’s commercial and strategic interests and, where appropriate, ICANN consensus policies.
General principle
The .nokia registry will be a closed Dot Brand registry, also known as a Single Entity Registry. All domain name registrations in the .nokia TLD will be registered to Nokia Corporation, and maintained by the Registry Operator for the exclusive use of members of the Nokia group of companies, its employees, subsidiaries and appropriate affiliates.
Nokia has no plans to sell, distribute or transfer the control or use of any registrations in the .nokia TLD to any third party.
As the .nokia registry will be a Single Entity Registry, Nokia is seeking an exemption from the Code of Conduct in Specification 9 of the Registry Operators’ Agreement.
Registration process
Registration of a .nokia domain name is done in four steps: Eligibility Confirmation, Naming Convention check, Acceptable Use review and finally Registration. After Registration, the license holder of a .nokia domain name must comply with the Acceptable Use rules.
Revoking a .nokia domain name licence
The Nokia Domain Name Management Team may revoke the license to use a .nokia domain name for the reasons outlined below:
- Eligibility Reconsideration: If there is a change in status, for example if the domain name requestor ceases to be a member of the Nokia group of companies.
- Breach of warranty: If a warranty supplied by the domain name requestor is breached.
- Incorrect information: If misleading, incomplete or incorrect information is supplied in the application.
- Following a UDRP, URS or court decision: If a UDRP or URS panel decision or court of competent authority determines that a .nokia domain name should no longer be licensed to the Registrant, it shall be removed from the registry.
- Improper use: If the .nokia domain name, or the use of the .nokia domain name, is not in the best interests of Nokia Corporation.
- Instruction: If instructed by the Registrant.
- Failure to comply with this policy: If the Registrant fails to comply with this policy.
Each applied for character string must conform to the .nokia rules of eligibility. Each .nokia name must:
- Be at least 1 character and no more than 63 characters long;
- Not contain a hyphen on the 3rd and 4th position (tagged domains);
- Contain only letters (a-z), numbers (0-9) and hyphens or a combination of these;
- Start and end with an alphanumeric character, not a hyphen;
- Not match any character strings reserved by ICANN;
- Not match any protected country names or geographical terms; and
- Not be an obscene or offensive term.
The .nokia registry will be ICANN compliant: the registry will interface with the Trademark Clearinghouse, operate a Sunrise and IP Claims and all registrants must comply with the UDRP and the URS. There will be Thick Whois. Nokia will co-operate with any complaints under the PDDRP. The .nokia registry will be responsive to legal rights owners.
Will your proposed gTLD impose any measures for protecting the privacy of confidential information of registrants or users?
Nokia protects the privacy of employee and customer data of all types every day. Nokia continuously reviews and improves measures to protect confidential information. The .nokia registry plans to implement a series of measures building on this experience to protect the privacy of confidential information of users of the .nokia registry including:
- Documenting policies and procedures including an escalation process.
- Using appropriate levels of encryption and physical security.
- Training key staff and ensuring responsibilities are understood and documented in rules of conduct.
- Limiting access to records only to those employees or service providers who need access for the performance of their job duties and monitoring log records.
- Testing procedures.
- Monitoring best practice and ICANN’s mandated and recommended policies.
- Auditing the work of providers including the Escrow provider and checking data.
- Report any attempts to gain unauthorised access to appropriate enforcement authorities.
As the .nokia registry will be incorporated in Finland, all data will be processed in conformity with the European Union’s Data Protection regulations, which are amongst the strictest in the world. An example of our Privacy Policy can be seen at http:⁄⁄www.nokia.com⁄gb-en⁄about-nokia⁄privacy⁄policy⁄privacy-policy⁄
Describe whether and in what ways outreach and communications will help to achieve your projected benefits?
The .nokia registry will be a Standard, Single Entity registry, closed to third party registrants, for use only by companies within the group and pre-validated employees or affiliates of Nokia. Nonetheless, outreach and communication will be undertaken to ensure that .nokia domains are used in accordance with Nokia’s objectives. For example, guidelines will be produced and published on the Nokia intranet defining who can request a .nokia domain and how it can be used.
18C. What operating rules will you adopt to eliminate or minimize social costs (e.g., time or financial resource costs, as well as various types of consumer vulnerabilities)? What other steps will you take to minimize negative consequences/costs imposed upon consumers?
The .nokia registry will be a Standard Single entity registry, closed to third party registrants. A benefit to ICANN and the internet community of this type of controlled registry is that the social costs are minimised. A dedicated .nokia TLD can provide consumers with enhanced level of authenticity. There is no impact on internet users in terms of either time or financial commitment because the registry will not be selling domain names to third parties. Unauthorised sites are not allowed under .nokia gTLD.
To avoid negative consequences for internet users in respect of any future implementation of IDNs, Nokia is working with its technical provider Afilias on well-established IDN tables where characters are selected to match the needs of the market and variants are flagged to avoid user confusion.
The only anticipated consumer vulnerability is the possibility of phishing attacks. Nokia already monitors for phishing attacks and other types of false representation and will continue to do so, collaborating with law enforcement agencies, the creators of browsers, internet carriers and other specialists to combat phishing. Nokia follows the work of the Anti-Phishing Working Group and utilizes best practices to minimise the impacts of phishing attacks.
Nokia is considering the implementation of DNSSEC for key domains within its registry.
How will multiple applications for a particular domain be resolved, for example, by auction or on a first come first served basis?
Domains in the .nokia registry will not be sold. As outlined above, they will be allocated to pre-approved members of the Nokia group of companies and Affiliates who meet strictly enforced terms of use. It is not envisioned that Nokia will ever call on applicants especially third parties beyond Nokia to apply for domains in the .nokia registry. Therefore the possibility of multiple applications is very remote. Should it happen, the decision on which eligible representative of Nokia gets a domain will be taken by the Nokia Domains Manager after a consideration of the registry’s policies and the needs of the business.
Explain any cost benefits for registrants you intend to implement (e.g. advantageous pricing, introductory discounts, bulk registration discounts).
Nokia does not have any plans to offer discounts or any other type of cost benefits because it does not anticipate selling domains in the .nokia registry to third parties. Instead, domains will be allocated on request to pre-validated representatives of Nokia, its group of companies, subsidiaries and Affiliates.
The Registry Agreement requires that registrars be offered the option to obtain initial domain name registrations for periods of one to ten years at the discretion of the registrar, but no greater than 10 years. Additionally the Registry Agreement requires advance written notice of price increases. Do you intend to make contractual commitments to registrants regarding the magnitude of price escalation?
As requests for domains in the .nokia registry can only be made by pre-approved members of the Nokia group of companies and affiliates , who will meet strictly enforced terms of use, and who will not be required to make any payment, there is no need for contractual commitments in terms of price escalation. Domains in .nokia will be allocated for variable time periods in line with policy.
Before launching this TLD, Nokia will develop and publish its policies and guidelines, setting out full details of how the registry will implement its vision and purpose as set out in this answer. Nokia may adapt its policies and proposed use of the gTLD, in a manner consistent with the Purpose, to reflect changes in its business and the adoption of new gTLDs by the community.