I'm surprised to have not heard anyone mention this....
ICANN Engages Independent Evaluation Team to Review .NET Applications
I'm surprised that SAIC has been given another opportunity to
negatively impact the internet.
From ICANN | Archives | Advisory Regarding Neutrality of Independent Evaluators
Telcordia Technologies is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Science
Applications International Corporation (SAIC).
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Prior to 2000, SAIC had an ownership interest in Network Solutions, Inc (NSI).
Cheers,
Darrell