Category: News
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Next Acquires Cath Kidston and Closes Last Physical Stores: A New Chapter in the Digital Domain
In a significant move that marks the end of an era for Cath Kidston, the renowned fashion and homeware designer is bidding farewell to its last remaining physical stores this week. Following its fall into administration, Cath Kidston was acquired by Next in May. While the sale included the brand name, domain names, and intellectual…
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Hermès Cements Trademark Win Over ‘MetaBirkin’ NFTs
In a significant development following Hermès’ legal victory over Mason Rothschild, a federal judge in Manhattan has issued an order permanently banning Rothschild from selling his controversial MetaBirkins NFTs. This final request from Hermès solidifies the company’s win in the trademark dispute that unfolded earlier this year.
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Papua New Guinea’s Inclusion in APTLD Association
In an exciting development, the Papua New Guinea Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has become the newest member of the Asia Pacific Top-Level Domain (APTLD) Association. The decision was made during APTLD’s recent teleconference on June 21, 2023, where DICT’s application for Associate Membership was unanimously approved.
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The Gabonese .ga Domain Takes Control from Freenom, Signaling a New Era
In a bold move to reclaim control over its country code top-level domain (ccTLD), the Gabonese government has terminated its contract with Freenom, the Dutch backend registry provider that has managed the .ga domain for the past decade.
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Centennial Conference Unveils a Dynamic Rebrand and Cutting-Edge Website
In a momentous stride towards the future, the Centennial Conference has revealed a revitalized brand identity that pays homage to its illustrious past while capturing the essence of its ambitious vision.
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Intel Embraces Change: ‘i’ Naming Convention to be Dropped in Next-Gen Chips
Intel, the renowned semiconductor giant, has announced a significant branding change that will reshape its product lineup and redefine its positioning in the market. With the upcoming release of the highly anticipated Meteor Lake CPUs, Intel will bid farewell to its long-standing “generational” naming system and retire the iconic “i” prefix for its client processors.
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From Hyphens to High-Fives: Conference USA’s Bold Rebranding
Conference USA, the renowned intercollegiate athletic conference, has made a significant change that is causing ripples of excitement and curiosity throughout the sports world. On Tuesday, the conference announced the death of the hyphen, officially shedding its former name and embracing a new identity. Going forward, the conference will be known as CUSA, marking the…
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Homograph Attacks: How Hackers Exploit Similar-Looking Characters in Domain Names
One particularly deceptive strategy employed by hackers is the use of homograph attacks, where they mimic a website’s URL by utilizing nearly identical letters from other alphabets. In this article, we delve into the world of domain names and explore how hackers manipulate similar-looking characters to perpetrate scams. Moreover, we will discuss effective measures you…
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Deutsche Post DHL Group is now DHL Group
In a bold strategic move, Deutsche Post DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics company, recently announced its decision to change its name to DHL Group. This significant rebranding effort, set to take effect on July 1, 2023, represents the company’s evolution and emphasizes its commitment to national and international logistics activities as drivers for future…
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Vivo’s Asian Games Sponsorship: A Strategic Branding Move for Success
Vivo, a global leading technology company, recently announced its partnership as the Official Exclusive Supplier of Mobile Phones for the 19th Asian Games Hangzhou. With this sponsorship, Vivo solidifies its commitment to innovation and user-centric technology, while simultaneously leveraging the power of branding to establish a long-lasting memory in the minds of people.
