Category: News
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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…
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How is VeriSign Keeping Investors Happy Even After Poor Stock Performance?
If you’ve been following the world of domain names, you’ve probably come across the name VeriSign. This company is a significant player in the domain name industry, known for managing the exclusive rights to the registration of “.com” and “.net” domain names. But here’s the intriguing part: despite its recent stock performance not being spectacular,…
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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:…
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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…
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Ghana’s .gh Domain: 27 Years of Lost Opportunities and Hope
In a recent revelation at the 2023 Domain Name System (DNS) Forum, Reverend Dr. Nanayaa Tina Owusu Prempeh, the Board Chair of the Ghana Domain Name Registry (GDNR), expressed deep frustration over the long-standing issue of the .gh domain registry. The matter at hand revolves around the protracted control of this crucial digital asset by…
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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…
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Google’s New “IP Protection”: A Shield for Your Online Privacy
Advertisers and websites have an uncanny ability to follow your digital footsteps, all thanks to a digital tag called your IP address. It’s like a return address on a letter, telling the internet where to send and receive data. However, Google is stepping up its game to give users a fighting chance in the online…
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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…
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Vietnam Records More Than 95% Frauds in Banking and Finance Sector
Vietnam has recently been grappling with an alarming surge in online phishing attacks, with over 95% of these attacks targeting the banking and finance sectors. In the first half of this year, the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) received more than 4,000 reports from internet users about fraudulent activities. As we delve into this…
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North Korea Sent Workers in the US to Fund Missile Program, Several related Domain Names Seized
In a recent revelation, the U.S. Department of Justice and the FBI exposed a covert operation involving North Korean IT workers who secretly channeled their earnings to fund North Korea’s ballistic missile program. This startling news not only underscores the importance of cybersecurity but also highlights the role of domain names in this clandestine scheme.…
