The ICANN Participation and Engagement Staff, in conjunction with the work of the Board Public Participation Committee (PPC), provided two webinar briefing sessions on Monday 27 September at 15.00 and 24.00 UTC.

In June 2009, the ICANN Board accepted the first ICANN Plan for Enhancing Internet Security, Stability & Resiliency. ICANN is today releasing an update for FY 11. The plan delineates ICANN’s specific programs that will address security, stability and resiliency.

SOURCE: Rise Rise Expands and Signs on Titanium Ant as First U.S.-Based Channel Partner SEATTLE, WA and GLOUCESTER, UNITED KINGDOM–(Marketwire – August 19, 2010) –  Rise, a division of U.K.-based Fasthosts Internet Ltd., today announced it has expanded its channel-focused cloud computing offerings for small to mid-sized businesses (SMB) in North America. The company also announced its first U.S.-based channel partner, Titanium Ant.

Click here to RSVP to WHIR Events: Denver – Aug 26, 2010 Phoenix – Sept 23, 2010 Washington, DC – Oct 21 Five Most Recent Posts News: Cloud Firm Joyent Acquires Layerboom News: Sudlows to Build $1.5M UK Data Center for Web Host News: UK2 Group Deploys CloudLinux Across All Its Web Hosting Brands News: Q&A: UBL.org’s Curtis R. Curtis on Local Search and Social Media News: IBM Opens New Cloud Competence Center in Germany (WEB HOST INDUSTRY REVIEW) — The early 1960’s ad office depicted in the TV drama “Mad Men” does a lot to show how far the US has come socially. And while it seems that people are more willing to shelf antiquated prejudices, it could be argued that an old guard of marketers has been having a similarly difficult time adapting to the realities of the new online world

State College, Pa, July 1, 2010 – The FCC is proposing to eliminate web hosting from the list of E-Rate eligible services. For many school districts, this proposal would force them to find funding for their website hosting from other existing and limited budgets.

Mike Reynolds — Multichannel News, 6/22/2010 2:47:07 PM Sundance Channel is celebrating Gay Pride Month with a host LGBT-themed fare, supported by a multiplatform marketing campaign. The marketing initiative, billed under the heading “Love, Love.” features a channel takeover comprising more than 50 themed spots, shorts, graphics and on-air- and online promos, showcasing network talent, notably controversial figure skater Johnny Weir and stand-up comedienne Lizzy the Lezzy. The digital component of the campaign at www.sundancechannel.com/lovelove also showcases original short-form content that celebrates creativity and individuality

Click here to RSVP to WHIR Events: Boston – June 17, 2010 Denver – Aug 26, 2010 Phoenix – Sept 23, 2010 Recent posts by William: Giving Back – Web Hosts and Local Non-Profits All About the Cloud / SIIA OnDemand Event Summary CLOUD EXPO 2010 NYC OBSERVATIONS & THOUGHTS ISVs are Accelerating their Move to SaaS & Managed Hosting Web Design & Development Community Engagement – A NaviSite Perspective Last weekend I was fortunate to be invited to volunteer my time to support New England   GiveCamp .  A GiveCamp is a several month effort that culminates in a few days where Web Designers, Web Developers, Business Analysts and others donate their time to assist local charities with their technology needs.