Weekly Launch Guide December 29, 2024

Weekly Launch Guide December 29, 2024
Phase & Extension
Future & Ongoing Launch Phases
Start Date Order Entry
Deadline Date
First-come First-served (FCFS) Suggested Users
Sunrise
.kw 23-Sep-2024 20-Mar-2025 Yes Trademark required. Non-refundable application fee.
Landrush
.kw 23-Mar-2025 19-Sep-2025 Yes TBD
Early Access Period
.channel 4-Feb-2025 10-Feb-2025 Yes This phase is open to all interested registrants that meet the registrant eligibility criteria. Privacy Protection is not allowed for this phase.
General Availability
.kw 23-Sep-2025 n/a Yes TBD
.channel 11-Feb-2025 n/a Yes This phase is open to all interested registrants that meet the registrant eligibility criteria. Privacy Protection is not allowed for this phase.

SPOTLIGHT

Extensions Now Offered

.BET.BR

.NAME.NG

.KW

The Kuwait domain registry has announced the availability of top-level .KW domain registrations for the first time. This launch will take place between September 2024 and September 2025, beginning with a 6-month long Sunrise period. Applications during Sunrise will require a matching trademark and will be accepted on a first-come, first served basis. International trademarks are welcome, no local presence in Kuwait will be required.

Identity Digital Premium Name Release

Identity Digital has announced the release of previously-reserved platinum domains to “buy it now” premium price tiers. Domains included in this release will become available on November 20, 2024. Please reach out to your Client Service Partner if you have any questions.