ElizabethTaylor.com Domain Dispute: The Fight for a Name Continues The iconic actress Elizabeth Taylor, or more accurately, her estate or company, is once again engaged in a legal battle to acquire the domain name ElizabethTaylor.com. A domain dispute has been filed with the National Arbitration Forum, reigniting a conflict that has spanned years. The core … Read more
Warner Bros. Goes After Key Domain Names for ‘The Hangover Part III’ The allure of a box office hit extends far beyond the silver screen. For major movie studios like Warner Bros., protecting their intellectual property means securing every possible avenue of online presence, including – and perhaps most importantly – relevant domain names. Following … Read more
Exploring the World of Micro Top Level Domains: .Post and Beyond In the vast landscape of the internet, dominated by familiar top-level domains (TLDs) like .com, .org, and .net, a hidden world exists. This world is populated by “micro TLDs,” tiny digital realms with specialized purposes and often restrictive registration policies. These domains, sponsored top … Read more
Re/code Launches on Recode.net: A New Chapter in Tech Journalism The world of tech journalism witnessed a significant shift when veteran journalists Kara Swisher and Walt Mossberg embarked on a new venture. After their contract with NewsCorp/Wall Street Journal concluded, marking the end of their highly successful platform AllThingsD, the dynamic duo set their sights … Read more
Domain Name Success: Unveiling Braden Pollock’s Record-Breaking Year in Domain Sales Discover the strategies behind Braden Pollock’s impressive $6.5 million in domain sales and learn how he achieved a record-breaking year. Braden Pollock, a prominent figure in the domain name industry, recently achieved a remarkable milestone, selling $6.5 million worth of domains in a single … Read more
The Untold Story of Sex.com: A Domain Name Worth Fighting For The domain name Sex.com. Just mentioning it conjures images of the vast and often controversial world of online content. But behind the simple address lies a complex and captivating story—a tale of theft, legal battles, and relentless pursuit of one of the internet’s most … Read more
GoDaddy Domain Clawback Lawsuit Refiled: A Deep Dive into Expired Domain Disputes The legal battle between GoDaddy and two companies, Crisby Studio AB and Prime Loyalty LLC, has reignited. After an initial dismissal due to jurisdictional issues, a lawsuit alleging unfair domain clawbacks has been refiled. The core of the dispute revolves around the domain … Read more
Understanding the Anti-Phishing Consumer Protection Act: An Interview with Senator Ted Stevens The “Anti-Phishing Consumer Protection Act of 2008” aimed to combat online identity theft and protect consumers from fraudulent schemes. This article delves into the intricacies of the bill through a fictionalized conversation with Senator Ted Stevens (R-AK), a co-sponsor of the legislation. While … Read more
GoDaddy’s Clever Domain Registration Strategy: How They Added 56,000 Years in One Month The Secret Lies in the Shopping Cart. GoDaddy (NYSE:GDDY), a leading domain registrar, achieved a remarkable feat in June, adding 56,000 extra years to its .com registrations. This wasn’t due to a sudden surge in demand, but rather a clever strategy implemented … Read more
Domaining Europe 2024: The Premier Domain Name Conference in The Hague Get ready for Domaining Europe 2024, the leading domain name conference, set to take place in the vibrant city of The Hague from May 29th to 31st. Following the resounding success of NamesCon, Domaining Europe offers another invaluable opportunity for domain investors, industry experts, … Read more
