First round is now closed, what's next?

The "first round" to submit an application to ICANN is now officially closed. It will probably be expected to wait for years before it is possible to submit an application again.

ICANN has published more time frames (always subject to change):

1. 13 June: "Reveal Day";
2. July: Initial Evaluation Begins;
3. December/January: Results of Initial Evaluation;
4. December/January: Additional Program Phases.

Read more on the ICANN web site.