Security Alert from Sedo
Sedo just sent out the following security alert: We have been informed that due to a security problem at one of our competitors a list of their customer data including plaintext passwords is currently circulating on the web including relevant hacker forums. Our Security and Compliance Team has found several of our own customers matching [...]
2008: A Year That All Domainers Will Remember
2008 was a very unique year in the domaining industry. The popularity of domaining continued to rise even as prices dropped. Increasing numbers of end users noticed the value of domains as well and there were quite a few astonishing sales reported throughout the year. At the same time, domain parking came to a virtual [...]
"If Only I Had Been Around in 2008"
The word is out: The domaining bubble has finally burst. Many domainers are short on cash and prices are falling across the board. What created the bubble, how did it end, and is there a way to profit from the slowing economy and financial crisis? The Components of a Seductive Bubble A significant percentage of [...]
The Latest Domain Statistics
VeriSign released the latest issue (PDF file) of its quarterly Domain Industry Brief, providing us with an update on the latest domain statistics. By the end of June 2008, there were more than 168 million registered domains, which represents a growth of 22% over the preceding 12 month period. In terms of registrations, .com remains [...]
A New Era of Growth, Liquidity and Recognition?
I'm continually amazed to see how many new domainers are joining the industry every month. Let's face it: Domaining is the perfect business, and word is spreading quickly around the world. There are no barriers to entry, there's a thriving wholesale and growing retail market, and you don't have to be a superstar to make [...]
Congressional Hearings on Cybersquatting?
As we’ve reported recently, cybersquatting is attracting increased attention. A report released May 3, 2007 states that it is not just bloggers and business journalists that have taken notice of unsavory practices in domaining. The telecommunications industry is beginning to grumble about domain tasting, kiting and cybersquatting. This is significant because of the funds and [...]
Domaining Week In Review
It's been an exciting week for domainers! Below is a summary of this week's top stories. If we missed any noteworthy events, topics or opinions, the comments section is all yours. RegisterFly's Implosion Nears Its Bizarre End What's next? ICANN is authorized to transfer RegisterFly's domains to a new registrar "as soon as practical", according [...]