In a world driven by digital presence, it is surprising to discover that many cherished regional products, protected as Geographic Indications (GIs), are noticeably absent from the online realm. Our recent research uncovers an intriguing reality: GIs, designed to safeguard the origin and quality of unique goods, have yet to establish a strong foothold as registered domain names in Europe. In this blogpost, we delve into the findings that shed light on this disconnect and explore the implications for both GIs and the digital landscape.
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Unveiling the data: methodology and key insights
To better understand the relationship between GIs and registered domain names, we embarked on a thorough analysis. Our research methodology involved obtaining a comprehensive list of registered GI strings from the official EU eAmbrosia register.The regulatory question
.... The absence of a widespread digital presence for GIs in the form of registered domain names indicates that GI rightsholders themselves may not perceive the need for extensive online representation within the domain name space.read more (centr)
