Category: Domain Investing

Canada’s .CA and the Netherlands .NL Have Entered an Agreement. What Is It About?

The Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA), which oversees the .CA top-level domain (TLD), and its Dutch counterpart, SIDN, which manages the .NL TLD, have joined forces in a remarkable partnership. But what exactly is this agreement all about, and why does it matter? Let’s break it down in plain language. A Land of Domain Names…
Is GTA 6 on the Horizon? Take-Two Interactive’s Move to Secure GTA6.com Sparks Speculation

The gaming world is buzzing with excitement as Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, takes a surprising step that could hint at an impending Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) announcement. This development revolves around the acquisition of the domain name gta6.com and a subsequent legal request to transfer ownership. The Domain Acquisition:…
When a Simple Typo Alters the Course of a Mayoral Campaign

The world of domain names rarely finds itself in the midst of political campaigns, but the recent mayoral election in Franklin, a prosperous suburb of Nashville, brought forth a unique and somewhat amusing intersection. While the election itself was a rollercoaster ride of controversy and gaffes, one standout moment revolved around an unexpected twist in…
Unmasking the Elusive North Korean IT Workers: New Developments and Ongoing Challenges

Earlier, we had reported how North Koreans workers were channeling money from the United States to their home country for missile development. This led to a jump in the cybersecurity concerns surrounding the US and the world. One question that is bothering everyone is: How do they do it, and why is it so challenging…
The longest domain name in the world is longer than you thought

Ladies and gentlemen, in the vast and wacky realm of the internet, domain names are like the secret handshakes that usher us into the peculiar world of websites. But there’s one domain name that’s not playing by the rules, and it’s not shy about making a scene – it’s the world’s longest domain name! The…
Domain Name Market in 2023: The Chinese Perspective

Recently, the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) unveiled its “Internet Domain Name Industry Report (2023),” offering insights into the domain name landscape. Let’s delve into the report’s key findings to grasp the current trends in the Chinese domain name market. Global Domain Name Market in 2023 As of December 2022, the global…
What Are the New Changes in .Gov Domain Names Introduced by CISA?

When it comes to domain names, things are about to get a whole lot simpler and more secure for government organizations. The Cybersecurity and Information Security Agency (CISA) has unveiled a series of transformative changes to the management of .gov domains. These updates aim to streamline the process of establishing government websites and fortify the…
ICANN Places .DESI Domain Names Under Emergency Program

In a recent development in the world of domain names, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has made a significant decision regarding the .DESI domain. ICANN has placed .DESI domain names under its Emergency Back-End Registry Operator (EBERO) program. Let’s break down what this means and why it matters. Understanding .DESI First,…
Xiaomi might drop the MiOS name because of this domain name

In a previous article, we explored how Xiaomi had decided to shed the MIUI name and is going to adopt a new brand name. The speculations were clear that the name of the new Operating System would be MiOS and so it was. However, a domain name might have made the circumstances shift a little…
Belgium’s Jewish Parliamentarian registers Hamas domain name to prevent terrorist occupation

In an extraordinary move, Michael Freilich, the lone Jewish Member of Parliament in Belgium, took decisive action by securing the vacant internet domain Hamas.be during the turbulent times of October 2023. His intention was to prevent the domain from potentially falling into the hands of those who support the Hamas terrorist organization. This bold step…