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|note  = This article is neutral, but is [[Sponsorship|sponsored]] by [[Applicant Auction]],<br> a private auction for resolving [[gTLD]] string contentions, <br> facilitated by [[Innovative Auctions]].<br>More information can be found [http://www.applicantauction.com/ here].
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In the case where multiple entities apply for a single ICANN [[new gTLD]], two main models -- '''ICANN Auctions''' and '''Private Auctions''' -- will be used to determine the winner of each contention set. Exceptions are made in the case of geographic and community-based applicants, who receive preferential treatment over other applicants.
In the case where multiple entities apply for a single ICANN [[new gTLD]], two main models -- '''ICANN Auctions''' and '''Private Auctions''' -- will be used to determine the winner of each contention set. Exceptions are made in the case of geographic and community-based applicants, who receive preferential treatment over other applicants.