I'm unaware of any one company proposing to control all TLDs. As to all
generic TLDs, well yes that was the original model.
I do believe that it is past time for the gTLD MoU community to accede to
the various forces which are creating pressure for multiple gTLD registry
administration authorities. A small number of competing registries seems
likely to create constructive, long-term tension (pride of performance)
amongst the different groups.
On the other hand, it remains essential that these groups be operated on a
strict cost-recovery basis and with an explicit public oversight function.
Different registries might satisfy these requirements in different ways,
but the benefits of competition do not require the lock-in detriments of
for-profit motive.
It would be very helpful for the PAB to take an explicit and official stand
on this.
d/
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