On Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 14:00-15:30 EST (19:00-20:30 UTC) CircleID and the Edgemoor Research Institute host their second stakeholder roundtable with the theme ‘Beyond Whois: Filling the Gaps'.

The collection and disclosure of DNS registration data have evolved chaotically, influenced by GDPR and other privacy laws. The system, while improving privacy, has enabled bad actors and raised costs for registrars and registries. At this 2nd event, experts will explore Project Jake’s framework for balancing privacy with legitimate data needs, emphasizing policy clarity, efficiency, and adaptability.

The event will open with a fundamental question: “What does ‘good’ look like for domain name registrars?” This inquiry aims to explore the motivating factors—both for and against—the disclosure of registration data.

SPEAKERS
Brian Beckham – Internet Dispute Resolution Section, WIPO
Christine Runnegar
Elliot Noss – Tucows Inc.,
Gabriel Andrews – FBI
Dr. James Galvin – Identity Digital
John McElwaine – IP Attorney
Jothan Frakes – PLISK.COM
Nigel Hickson – DSIT, UK
Rod Rasmussen – Cybersecurity expert
Scott Bradner - Edgemoor Research Institute (ERI)
Steve Crocker – Edgemoor Research Institute (ERI)

MODERATOR
Lori S. Schulman – International Trademark Association (INTA)