Exploring the Dynamic Landscape of .COM Domain Registrars: Insights from July 2025 Data The digital world runs on domain names, and the .com extension remains the undisputed king, serving as the cornerstone for millions of websites globally. Understanding the performance of domain registrars—the companies that manage the reservation of internet domain names—provides crucial insights into … Read more
Protecting Your Brand in the Digital Wild West: An Interview with CitizenHawk CEO Graham MacRobie In the dynamic landscape of the internet, where digital identities are paramount, safeguarding a brand’s presence against malicious actors has become a critical challenge. Domain Name Wire recently sat down with Graham MacRobie, the visionary CEO of CitizenHawk, to discuss … Read more
Navigating the Domain Aftermarket: Rick Latona’s Extended Adult Domain Auction and Future Strategies In the dynamic world of domain name investing, auctions play a pivotal role in shaping market values and facilitating transactions for premium web real estate. Recently, the spotlight has been on Rick Latona, a well-known personality in the domain industry, following his … Read more
Cybersquatting Debacle: Why GigPig’s Domain Dispute Was Doomed from the Start A fundamental misunderstanding of domain name law led to a costly defeat and a finding of Reverse Domain Name Hijacking for UK-based company GigPig. The domain in question was registered two decades before the company even existed, highlighting a critical lesson for businesses in … Read more
Company moved from matching .co domain name. The Strategic Imperative: Why Distributed.com is a Game-Changer for the Future of Work The global landscape of employment has undergone a monumental transformation, profoundly accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. This period witnessed an unprecedented shift towards remote work and the embrace of global workforces, fundamentally challenging long-held assumptions … Read more
Uncovering Digital Gold: A Deep Dive into Expired Domain Auctions “Water, water, every where, Nor any drop to drink.” Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s haunting lines from “The Rime of the Ancient Mariner” evoke a profound sense of isolation and unquenchable thirst, a sentiment that might resonate with domain investors navigating the vast, often overwhelming ocean of … Read more
Existing registrants will have only 6 months to claim matching domains. Australians will need to hop to it if they want to secure second-level domains. Australia’s Digital Frontier: The Launch of .au Direct Domains A significant transformation is on the horizon for Australia’s digital landscape. Starting March 24, 2022, the country will officially introduce second-level … Read more
Rethinking Mobile Strategy: Why a Luxury Automaker Overlooks Its .mobi Domain In today’s hyper-connected world, a brand’s digital presence is paramount, and its mobile strategy often dictates user engagement. For luxury car manufacturer Acura, their approach to mobile web access presents an intriguing case study. Despite owning Acura.mobi, the company has conspicuously opted against utilizing … Read more
Donuts Completes Landmark Acquisition of Rightside, Reshaping the Domain Industry Landscape The digital world is witnessing a significant shift as Rightside (NASDAQ:NAME) officially transitions from a publicly traded entity. Tomorrow morning, as the NASDAQ awakens, Rightside will no longer exist as a public company, having been successfully acquired by Donuts Inc. This pivotal moment not … Read more
Unveiling the Future of Domain Investing: The Internet Commerce Association Presents a Virtual Meetup with Industry’s Newest Trailblazers The dynamic world of domain investing is constantly evolving, with fresh perspectives and innovative strategies emerging from a new generation of digital asset enthusiasts. Today, the Internet Commerce Association (ICA) is proud to host an exclusive virtual … Read more
