I believe you will find this announcement interesting: http://www.ntia.doc.gov/press-release/2014/ntia-announces-intent-transition-key-internet-domain-name-functions As we knew this might be coming, Russ and I (along with IESG/IAB) have worked with various Internet technical organisations to prepare a statement as well: http://www.iab.org/documents/correspondence-reports-documents/2014-2/internet-technical-leaders-welcome-iana-globalization-progress/ There will be more to discuss in the coming weeks but I wanted to make sure you saw these announcements. Jari Arkko, IETF Chair