The .barcelona domain reaffirms its commitment to the GeoTLD Group on 16 and 17 September by taking part in the meeting in Holland.
The GeoTLD Group is an international non-profit association representing top-level geographical domains linked to cities, regions, languages and culture. Its members include .barcelona, .cat, .eus, .gal, .paris, .london and many more.
The goal of the group is to promote the digital identity of these geographical areas and cultural communities, giving visibility to cultural and linguistic diversity on the internet and driving joint projects in key fields such as security, innovation and digital promotion.
Why is it important to belong to it?
Being a member of the GeoTLD Group puts the .barcelona domain on par with other cities and communities in the world that are working for a closer, more diverse and inclusive internet. This collaboration helps to:
- defend the interests of the Barcelona community within international bodies, boosting the visibility of the city and its digital community on a global scale;
- access shared knowledge and detect trends in the sector, learning from the experience of other domains;
- work together for a safer and more inclusive digital future.
Agenda full of challenges
The meeting in Holland is a chance to share experiences and design common strategies. The main subjects to discuss include:
- New European regulations: particularly the NIS2 directive, which aims to strengthen digital security and possible changes in agreements with registration companies.
- The new round of gTLDs from the ICANN, planned for 2026, opening the path for new domain extensions.
- La Liga and other situations that have entailed blocking abusive IP addresses to find a suitable solution.
- Innovative projects by registration companies: exchange of ideas and experiences on promoting cultural and territorial domains.
