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Riding the .ai Wave: New domain registration every 2 minutes

The .ai domain extension has witnessed an unprecedented surge in registrations, underscoring the escalating significance of artificial intelligence (AI) on the global stage. Official registry data reveals that the total number of .ai domains has reached a staggering 353,928, with over 100,000 domains added in the second half of 2023. The growth rate for the…

A 3.5% Leap in 60 Days: The Remarkable Rise of Nigeria’s .ng Domain in 2023

In the face of economic challenges, Nigeria‘s country code Top Level Domain (ccTLD), .ng, has defied the odds, showcasing notable growth in registrations, renewals, and restorations. According to data from the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), the numbers climbed from 203,904 in September 2023 to an impressive 211,164 by November of the same year. Mr.…

Beyond .com: Exploring the Rise of New Domains with 10% Yearly Growth!

In the vast expanse of the internet, where every click and tap begins with a domain name, there’s more happening than meets the eye. The latest insights from Q3 2023 reveal a fascinating story of growth, change, and the emergence of new players in the domain name game. Let’s dive in and decode the trends…

The Curious Tale of .tk and .ai Domain Names: A Story of Free Domains and Unexpected Wealth

In the early 2000s, you might have noticed a surge in websites with .tk domain names. From personal blogs to hobbyist pages, it seemed like everyone was jumping on the .tk bandwagon. For those of us who reminisce about the internet’s formative years, .tk domains can tug at the heartstrings. But did you ever wonder…

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…

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…

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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