Domain Name Industry Predictions for 2026: Expert Insights and Future Trends What’s on the horizon for the domain name world in 2026? Get ready to hear insights from 26 leading professionals who are deeply embedded in the domain business. Welcome to our annual predictions episode! In this special feature, we gather perspectives from 26 key … Read more
Domain Name Industry Rebound: .com and Beyond See Impressive Growth in 2025 After a period of stagnation, the .com domain space is experiencing renewed growth. Other Top-Level Domains (TLDs) are also showing positive performance, indicating a healthy resurgence in the domain name industry. Last year at this time, the domain name market presented a very … Read more
.MEOW: A Top-Level Domain Dedicated to LGBTQIA+ Inclusion and Community Empowerment The digital landscape is constantly evolving, with new avenues for expression and connection emerging regularly. In a groundbreaking move that merges technology and social impact, the dotMeow Foundation, a Belgian non-profit organization, has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund its application for the .MEOW … Read more
Navigating Domain Registration in India: A New Era of Compliance and Enhanced Security The landscape of domain registration in India is undergoing a significant transformation, demanding heightened compliance and increased responsibility from registrars and registries. A recent ruling by the Delhi High Court, a pivotal legal institution just below the Supreme Court of India, has … Read more
404 Media Secures 404media.com: A Domain Acquisition Story A media company operating with a .co domain name has successfully acquired the matching .com, marking a significant win for brand protection and user experience. 404 Media, a rapidly growing technology news website, embarked on its journey in 2023 with limited financial resources. The founders pooled their … Read more
Reverse Domain Name Hijacking: WIPO Panel Admonishes Complainant and IP Law Firm In a notable decision, a panelist at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has ruled against Propel Pro, finding the company guilty of reverse domain name hijacking. The decision came after Propel Pro filed what the panelist described as an “inexplicably sloppy” Uniform … Read more
The Domain Name Dilemma: Why Motion.io Didn’t Work for LaunchBay Motion.io initially seemed like the perfect, modern domain name for Perry Rosenbloom’s burgeoning business. However, as the company evolved, significant challenges emerged, ultimately leading to a complete rebrand. This is the story of why Motion.io wasn’t the ideal fit and the lessons learned in the … Read more
PNC Bank Fails in Cybersquatting Claim, Deemed Guilty of Reverse Domain Name Hijacking In a significant ruling, a panel of experts has upheld a prior decision dismissing PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.’s cybersquatting complaint concerning the domain names pnc.co.uk and pnc.uk. Furthermore, the panel has firmly established that the bank’s pursuit of the case constituted … Read more
BlackRock Takes Legal Action Against Cybersquatters, Seeks Recovery of 49 Domain Names BlackRock, a leading global financial services firm listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BLK), has initiated a legal battle against cybersquatters, filing a lawsuit to reclaim ownership of 49 domain names that allegedly infringe upon its established trademarks. The move underscores … Read more
Identity Digital Secures Significant Funding Round, Eyes Top-Level Domain Expansion Strategic Move Precedes Anticipated Top-Level Domain Expansion Initiative. Identity Digital, a leading domain name registry services provider, has announced a new funding round led by Ethos Capital, the private equity firm that initially acquired a majority stake in the company back in 2021. This strategic … Read more
