Company Research Report on .au Domain Administration Limited (auDA)
Company Overview
Name, Mission of the Company
Name: .au Domain Administration Limited (auDA)\
Mission: auDA is committed to administering a trusted .au for the benefit of all Australians, and championing an open, free, secure, and global internet.
Founding Information
- Founded By: No information is available
- Founded On: No information is available
Key People in the Company
- Chief Technology Officer: Adam King
Headquarters
- Location: No information is available
Number of Employees
No information is available
Revenue of the Company
No information is available
What is the Company Known For
auDA is known for being the administrator of Australia's .au country code Top Level Domain (ccTLD), a critical component of Australia's digital infrastructure ensuring it is secure, accessible, and trusted.
Products
Product Offerings
auDA’s primary product is the administration and management of the .au domain, including:
- .au Domains: Administrating the rules for domain names in the .au country code Top Level Domain.
High-Level Description of the Products
- .au Domains: auDA’s core function is to ensure the stable, secure, and reliable operation of the .au domain.
Key Features of Each of the Products
- .au Domains:
- Stable and Secure Operation: Ensures the .au domain remains a stable and secure part of Australia’s critical infrastructure.
- Licensing Regime: Administers a transparent, responsive, accountable, accessible, and efficient licensing regime for .au domain names.
- Internet Governance Participation: Advocates for and participates in multi-stakeholder Internet governance processes both domestically and internationally.
Recent Developments
Recent Developments in the Company
- Research and Development Grants and Community Grant Program: In August 2024, auDA announced a new Research and Development grant program to support large-scale R&D projects and the return of its Community Grant Program for 2024.
New Products Launched
No information is available
New Features Added to Existing Products
- Cloud-Based Registry: In June 2024, auDA upgraded the .au registry to a new cloud-based platform, enhancing its reliability and accessibility.
New Partnerships
- APIGA Australia 2024 Event: In partnership with regional and global organizations, auDA is set to host the Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy Australia (APIGA Australia) in Melbourne, focusing on developing the next generation of Australian youth leaders in internet governance.
Summary
auDA plays a pivotal role in ensuring the security, stability, and reliability of the .au domain, acting as a trusted entity for Australia’s digital infrastructure. With recent developments like the launch of new R&D and community grant programs, and the enhancement of their registry platform, auDA continues to innovate and support the Australian and global internet community.