[bc-gnso] Does your organization believe ICANN has completed the economic studies that were promised?

[George Kirikos]

Hi folks,

There seems to be a difference of opinion as to whether or not ICANN
has completed the economic studies that were promised by the Board,
before the launch of any new TLDs.

The NTIA/DOC/DOJ mentioned this in their own comments:

http://www.ntia.doc.gov/comments/2008/ICANN_081218.pdf

My company does not believe the Carlton reports were in any way
adequate. From the other comments I've read, most people do not
believe they've been adequate. I believe this should continue to be a
BC position, that the studies to date do not meet the standard that we
expect.

However, let's all go on the record --- what does your organization
believe? Do further economic studies need to be completed before new
TLDs are launched? Yes/no and why? And should the BC take a position?

Sincerely,

George Kirikos
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