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Poor in-home WiFi significantly increases broadband customer dissatisfaction and churn risk. New survey findings highlight the challenge ISPs face when customers blame providers for connectivity problems beyond their direct control. more
Submarine cables underpin global communications, yet shipping accidents, sabotage risks and aging repair fleets threaten their resilience. Growing private ownership and fragmented international oversight raise difficult questions about infrastructure security, maintenance and accountability. more
As opposition to large data centers grows, developers face mounting pressure to address environmental impacts, infrastructure costs and limited local economic benefits. Greater transparency and community engagement could prove more profitable than secrecy. more
ICANN's 2026 new gTLD objection process presents applicants and rights holders with four distinct mechanisms for challenging proposed strings, each carrying different legal standards, evidentiary requirements and consequences for delegation. more
A Canadian ransomware negotiator faces US federal extortion charges amid an FBI investigation into ShinyHunters, following a breach that exposed sensitive employee records through an unpatched third-party system. more
ICANN's Board will review milestones for the 2026 new gTLD round, root server governance reforms and preparations for international Internet governance meetings, with key implementation questions remaining unresolved. more
ICANN has opened a consultation on security requirements for automated DNSSEC Delegation Signer record management, seeking input on safeguards that could enable faster registry approvals while protecting DNSSEC validation and operational stability. more
Previous Verisign Informed™ posts emphasized the importance of high-assurance infrastructure and timely certificate status information, including revocation status, which can change after issuance or expiration and is essential for establishing trust in Internet security. more
With its perception still tinged by decade-old notions, DNSSEC in 2026 bears little resemblance to its troubled early years. Here's what the evidence says about its benefits, cost, and availability today. more
An analysis of 41,140 Dominican Republic .do domains reveals widespread website inactivity and distinctive naming patterns, raising questions about domain speculation, brand protection and the international appeal of the country's Internet namespace. more
As African healthcare systems adopt digital technologies, cybersecurity governance becomes essential to patient safety. Evidence from Ghana highlights gaps in institutional accountability, staff awareness and implementation, underscoring the need for stronger oversight and resilience. more
SpaceX has agreed to acquire nationwide 800 MHz spectrum licenses from Grain Management in a deal reportedly worth $8 billion, potentially expanding Starlink Mobile's ability to integrate satellite and terrestrial connectivity. more
US authorities seized seven domains supporting alleged Chinese cyber espionage tools used against critical infrastructure and other networks across three continents, disrupting scanning and phishing services while leaving questions about their recovery. more
ICANN's 2026 new gTLD round attracted 1,615 applications, with competition concentrated on contested extensions. Strong registration growth contrasts with weak renewal rates, raising questions about long-term demand and commercial viability. more
The UK and Germany have announced a partnership to counter cyberattacks and infrastructure sabotage through intelligence sharing and coordinated responses, but have yet to specify participating agencies, covered sectors or operational mechanisms. more
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