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The Domains
The First Month Of .VIP (infographic); 418,000 Domains; $6M+ Revenue
A new infographic was just released on the first 30 days of the new gTLD .VIP and what a 30 days it was. Over 418,000 registrations, total billings exceeded $6 million dollars, and 48 .VIP domain names have sold at auction with an average selling pri...
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The First Month Of .VIP (infographic); 418,000 Domains; $6M+ Revenue
A new infographic was just released on the first 30 days of the new gTLD .VIP and what a 30 days it was. Over 418,000 registrations, total billings exceeded $6 million dollars, and 48 .VIP domain names have sold at auction with an average selling pri...
Discussion
June 27, 2016, 3:35 pm
Domain Name Wire
A frank conversation with Colin Campbell – DNW Podcast #90
It takes a lot of money to build a TLD into a brand, explains Colin Campbell. Colin Campbell’s .Club generated $7 million in sales of new TLDs last year, but lost $1 million overall. What does this mean for .club and other TLDs? How much do you...
Discussion
A frank conversation with Colin Campbell – DNW Podcast #90
It takes a lot of money to build a TLD into a brand, explains Colin Campbell. Colin Campbell’s .Club generated $7 million in sales of new TLDs last year, but lost $1 million overall. What does this mean for .club and other TLDs? How much do you...
Discussion
June 27, 2016, 3:30 pm
Domain Name Wire
Ted Cruz ups the ante with scary video
IN A WORLD…where basic facts don’t get in the way of a good narrative. Ted Cruz has been on a campaign to block the U.S. government from ending its contract related to IANA (domain names and numbers) functions. He has even introduced a b...
Discussion
Ted Cruz ups the ante with scary video
IN A WORLD…where basic facts don’t get in the way of a good narrative. Ted Cruz has been on a campaign to block the U.S. government from ending its contract related to IANA (domain names and numbers) functions. He has even introduced a b...
Discussion
June 27, 2016, 12:29 pm
Domain Shane
DSAD.COM: IKE’S LIST OF DOMAINS AT AUCTION FOR Monday, JUNE 27th
Shane should be back soon I haven’t heard anything from his yet, but hopefully he’s conquered his mountain. I recently sold 3 domains on Godaddy premium with a BIN price of $99. There was nothing special about the names and I paid reg fe...
Discussion
DSAD.COM: IKE’S LIST OF DOMAINS AT AUCTION FOR Monday, JUNE 27th
Shane should be back soon I haven’t heard anything from his yet, but hopefully he’s conquered his mountain. I recently sold 3 domains on Godaddy premium with a BIN price of $99. There was nothing special about the names and I paid reg fe...
Discussion
June 27, 2016, 11:31 am
DomainSherpa
How to Determine a Domain Name’s Type-in Traffic
There are three ways to determine if a domain name has type-in traffic: real data, estimated data, and historical data.In today's tutorial — coming to you from beautiful Victoria, British Columbia — I show you exactly how to determin...
Discussion
How to Determine a Domain Name’s Type-in Traffic
There are three ways to determine if a domain name has type-in traffic: real data, estimated data, and historical data.In today's tutorial — coming to you from beautiful Victoria, British Columbia — I show you exactly how to determin...
Discussion
June 27, 2016, 7:02 am
Domain Shane
Domain Flips (LiveSupport.com, Charla.com, DSFF.com) and Flops (TeachTech.com, SpecialPay.com)
Below is another look at a few recent domain flips and flops, with data courtesy of NameBio. Flips LiveSupport.com sold for 18,100 USD recently at Flippa, vs 8,500 USD on 2004-10-21 at Afternic. If this closes, kudos to the seller for their persevera...
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Domain Flips (LiveSupport.com, Charla.com, DSFF.com) and Flops (TeachTech.com, SpecialPay.com)
Below is another look at a few recent domain flips and flops, with data courtesy of NameBio. Flips LiveSupport.com sold for 18,100 USD recently at Flippa, vs 8,500 USD on 2004-10-21 at Afternic. If this closes, kudos to the seller for their persevera...
Discussion
June 26, 2016, 7:51 pm
The Domains
We Must Keep The Internet Free
Senator Ted Cruz released a video titled, “We must keep the Internet Free” Cruz addresses the U.S. giving up control of the Internet. From the transcript: 0:38 Obama wants to give that power away to an international body called I can whic...
Discussion
We Must Keep The Internet Free
Senator Ted Cruz released a video titled, “We must keep the Internet Free” Cruz addresses the U.S. giving up control of the Internet. From the transcript: 0:38 Obama wants to give that power away to an international body called I can whic...
Discussion
June 26, 2016, 6:34 pm
The Domains
How Much Do You Believe ? Results
About 6 weeks ago we did a poll on how much industry participants actually believe what they hear and read. 50% was the most popular response, 25% of the 190 voters picked 50%. There were 8 voters who believe nothing, nada, zilch. At the other end of...
Discussion
How Much Do You Believe ? Results
About 6 weeks ago we did a poll on how much industry participants actually believe what they hear and read. 50% was the most popular response, 25% of the 190 voters picked 50%. There were 8 voters who believe nothing, nada, zilch. At the other end of...
Discussion
June 26, 2016, 6:22 pm
Domain Shane
AUCTION RECAP OF JUNE 25, 2016
A look at the final prices of the auction list posted on June 25, 2016. Namejet CollegeHelp.org Most things that involve help can work as an org mhcp.com My Hash Career Path kttu.com Kansas Tater Tot Union UnusualThings.com Be...
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AUCTION RECAP OF JUNE 25, 2016
A look at the final prices of the auction list posted on June 25, 2016. Namejet CollegeHelp.org Most things that involve help can work as an org mhcp.com My Hash Career Path kttu.com Kansas Tater Tot Union UnusualThings.com Be...
Discussion
June 26, 2016, 5:51 pm
Domain Shane
DSAD.COM: IKE’S LIST OF DOMAINS AT AUCTION FOR Sunday, JUNE 26th
Not much time to write anything, I have to leave for work in a few minutes. I hope everyone has a safe and fun weekend. Click for current prices Table of Contents Main List NameJet LLLL.com’s Other LLLL’s Short Brandables Numbers ...
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DSAD.COM: IKE’S LIST OF DOMAINS AT AUCTION FOR Sunday, JUNE 26th
Not much time to write anything, I have to leave for work in a few minutes. I hope everyone has a safe and fun weekend. Click for current prices Table of Contents Main List NameJet LLLL.com’s Other LLLL’s Short Brandables Numbers ...
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June 26, 2016, 10:20 am