Remote Domain Registry Intermediary Platform for Cross-Border Compliance
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for a processing platform and method to manage domain name transactions for a remote domain name registry, particularly to verify domain names and domain name entity data, while adhering to various restrictions and policies across different geographic regions.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a transaction interchange component, a local data store, a verification component, and a communication component, which processes domain name transactions by verifying domain names and entity data locally and communicating with a remote domain name registry, utilizing Extensible Provisioning Protocol (EPP) for communication and third-party verification services to ensure compliance with regional policies.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If domain name transactions are processed through a remote domain name registry in a different geographic region, then international domain name management and cross-border transactions are enabled, but jurisdictional conflicts and compliance with different regional laws become problematic
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a local processing platform as an intermediary between the remote domain name registry and the local jurisdiction. This platform receives transaction requests from the remote registry, processes them locally according to regional laws and policies, and then communicates with the remote registry. The intermediary ensures that cross-border transactions comply with both the remote registry's requirements and the local jurisdiction's legal framework, resolving the jurisdictional conflict.
2Adaptability or versatility
If domain name data is stored in a remote registry located in a different geographic region, then international domain name management is achieved, but physical access and data sovereignty control are compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the domain name management system into two distinct parts: a remote domain name registry that maintains the central domain name database, and a local processing platform that handles data processing and storage operations. The local platform maintains a local copy of domain name data, enabling physical access and jurisdictional control within the local region while still supporting international registry operations through the segmented architecture.
3Reliability
If domain name transactions require verification of domain name and entity data according to local laws, then compliance with regional policies is ensured, but transaction processing time and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary verification actions at the local processing platform before transactions are forwarded to the remote registry. The local platform pre-validates domain name and entity data against local laws and policies, and pre-establishes any required locks or restrictions. This preliminary action ensures compliance is built into the transaction process upfront, reducing the need for complex post-processing verification and improving overall transaction efficiency.
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AI summary
Within a particular Top Level Domain (TLD), domain name allocation and domain name ownership may be subject to certain restrictions requiring verification. A processing platform and method is disclosed to process verification of a domain name and/or a domain name entity such as a registrant for domain name transactions with a domain name registry. The processing platform and domain name registry may be remotely located relative to one another.