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The Domains
Breaking New gTLD Program Committee Puts Closed Generics On Hold
The ICANN Board New gTLD Program Committee (NGPC) has put “Closed Generic” new gTLD applications on Indefinite Hold by passing a resolution tonight. “With respect to comments specifically regarding exclusive registry acc...
Discussion
Breaking New gTLD Program Committee Puts Closed Generics On Hold
The ICANN Board New gTLD Program Committee (NGPC) has put “Closed Generic” new gTLD applications on Indefinite Hold by passing a resolution tonight. “With respect to comments specifically regarding exclusive registry acc...
Discussion
June 28, 2013, 12:07 am
The Domains
Two Almost Identical Domains, Two UDRP’s, Two Opposite Decisions
Two UDRP decided days apart by the Czech Arbitration Court (CAC) on two very similar domains got completely results. Both UDRP’s were brought by the same Complainant BGL Group Limited which has a trademark on the term “COMPARETHEMARKET&rd...
Discussion
Two Almost Identical Domains, Two UDRP’s, Two Opposite Decisions
Two UDRP decided days apart by the Czech Arbitration Court (CAC) on two very similar domains got completely results. Both UDRP’s were brought by the same Complainant BGL Group Limited which has a trademark on the term “COMPARETHEMARKET&rd...
Discussion
June 27, 2013, 5:29 pm
Elliot's Blog
Aftermarket.com Now Offering Parking
Aftermarket.com just announced that it will be offering parking services, and it appears that they will be offering clients a Google feed to monetize traffic. This ties in nicely with its domain sales and brokerage platform. According to an Aftermark...
Discussion
Aftermarket.com Now Offering Parking
Aftermarket.com just announced that it will be offering parking services, and it appears that they will be offering clients a Google feed to monetize traffic. This ties in nicely with its domain sales and brokerage platform. According to an Aftermark...
Discussion
June 27, 2013, 3:44 pm
Domain Name Wire
It’s time to demand additional security from your domain registrar
Latest security lapses are another reminder of why we need added security. We are constantly reminded that thieves want to hack into our domain registrar accounts and steal our domains. Security has always been a concern for domain registrants and is...
Discussion
It’s time to demand additional security from your domain registrar
Latest security lapses are another reminder of why we need added security. We are constantly reminded that thieves want to hack into our domain registrar accounts and steal our domains. Security has always been a concern for domain registrants and is...
Discussion
June 27, 2013, 12:37 pm
The Domains
Sen. Rockefeller To ICANN: Follow GAC Advice & Allow “Limited 1st Round” Of New gTLD’s
Senator Jay Rockefeller, head of the Senate Commerce Committee sent a letter to the CEO of ICANN today, telling ICANN to “tread carefully” in opening up new gTLD’s. “ICANN should fully consider and act upon the GAC...
Discussion
Sen. Rockefeller To ICANN: Follow GAC Advice & Allow “Limited 1st Round” Of New gTLD’s
Senator Jay Rockefeller, head of the Senate Commerce Committee sent a letter to the CEO of ICANN today, telling ICANN to “tread carefully” in opening up new gTLD’s. “ICANN should fully consider and act upon the GAC...
Discussion
June 27, 2013, 12:26 pm
Domain Name Wire
New domain marketplace DNX.com formally launches
DNX.com facilitates reverse domain name auctions. DNX.com (Domain Name Exchange) has formally launched in beta. The domain marketplace is a joint venture between Media Options and Internet Media Pty. DNX runs reverse domain name auctions, meaning the...
Discussion
New domain marketplace DNX.com formally launches
DNX.com facilitates reverse domain name auctions. DNX.com (Domain Name Exchange) has formally launched in beta. The domain marketplace is a joint venture between Media Options and Internet Media Pty. DNX runs reverse domain name auctions, meaning the...
Discussion
June 27, 2013, 11:42 am
Elliot's Blog
Domain Search Tool Helps gTLD Applicants
I’ve written about how the Domain Search Tool helps me find potential buyers for my domain names by showing me lists of registered domain names that have a specific keyword string in them. I think gTLD registrants can use the tool to help ...
Discussion
Domain Search Tool Helps gTLD Applicants
I’ve written about how the Domain Search Tool helps me find potential buyers for my domain names by showing me lists of registered domain names that have a specific keyword string in them. I think gTLD registrants can use the tool to help ...
Discussion
June 27, 2013, 11:03 am
Domain Name Wire
VC changes name to Upfront with the help of two domain name companies
DigiMedia and Name Ninja help Upfront Ventures get Upfront.com domain name. TechCrunch is reporting today about venture capital firm GRP Partners raising a fresh $200 million round and changed its name to Upfront Ventures. Smartly, the VC firm also p...
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VC changes name to Upfront with the help of two domain name companies
DigiMedia and Name Ninja help Upfront Ventures get Upfront.com domain name. TechCrunch is reporting today about venture capital firm GRP Partners raising a fresh $200 million round and changed its name to Upfront Ventures. Smartly, the VC firm also p...
Discussion
June 27, 2013, 10:30 am
The Domains
Site Goes From Longer .Com To Shorter. Net: ShareMyPlaylists.com Goes To Playlists.net
According to TechCrunch, ShareMyPlaylists.com which allows Spotify users to upload and share their Spotify playlists with other users has changed their domain name to Playlists.net. ShareMyPlaylists.com was launched in March 2009. While many b...
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Site Goes From Longer .Com To Shorter. Net: ShareMyPlaylists.com Goes To Playlists.net
According to TechCrunch, ShareMyPlaylists.com which allows Spotify users to upload and share their Spotify playlists with other users has changed their domain name to Playlists.net. ShareMyPlaylists.com was launched in March 2009. While many b...
Discussion
June 27, 2013, 9:43 am
The Domains
Guest Post By Dan Warner: New gTLD Registries Cannot Own Their Domains!
This is a Guest Post by Dan Warner. Dan in a domain industry veteran who has presented and spoken at many industry conferences. Dan is was part of the Exclusive team at Dark Blue Sea Ltd (Fabulous.com) for 8 years, which became the 14th larges...
Discussion
Guest Post By Dan Warner: New gTLD Registries Cannot Own Their Domains!
This is a Guest Post by Dan Warner. Dan in a domain industry veteran who has presented and spoken at many industry conferences. Dan is was part of the Exclusive team at Dark Blue Sea Ltd (Fabulous.com) for 8 years, which became the 14th larges...
Discussion
June 27, 2013, 9:21 am
