Business/press release/2026-10-07

OpenAI, Meta, and other entities apply for new AI-related top-level domains

ICANN has revealed that several entities, including OpenAI and Meta, have submitted applications for new generic top-level domains (gTLDs) related to artificial intelligence. These proposed domains include .chatgpt, .claude, and .agent, indicating a move by major tech companies and registry operators to secure branding in the evolving digital landscape. The applications were made public by ICANN, confirming the bids.

3 articles from 3 outlets covered this story. Their coverage differs on 1 point. The underlying claim is sourced from a press release.

What do all outlets agree on?

3 outlets covered “OpenAI, Meta, and other entities apply for new AI-related top-level domains”. All of them report the following:

  • ICANN revealed bids for new gTLDs
  • OpenAI and Meta are among the applicants
  • Proposed gTLDs include .chatgpt, .claude, and .agent
  • Applications are for new web domains

Did outlets disagree about this?

Yes. Coverage of “OpenAI, Meta, and other entities apply for new AI-related top-level domains” differs on 1 point. Each account below is how a different outlet described the same event:

Emphasis on specific gTLD applications and the number of bids for .agent.

CircleID emphasizes '13 Applications' for '.agent' and 'Registry Operators', while TechRadar and Yahoo Tech highlight the potential of '.chatgpt and .claude' as 'next generation of web domains' without specific numbers for .agent.

Which outlets covered this?

All 3 articles found on this story, grouped by the stance of the piece. Every link goes to the original publisher.

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