Category: trademark

Thomson Reuters Finalise Acquisition Of MarkMonitor

Thomson Reuters announced earlier today that they have finalised the acquisition of domain name registrar and online brand protection company MarkMonitor. From their release:  “The addition of MarkMonitor to our Intellectual Property & Science portfolio marks a transformational shift for our business,” said Chris Kibarian, president, IP & Science, Thomson Reuters. “Together, MarkMonitor and Thomson… Continue reading Thomson Reuters Finalise Acquisition Of MarkMonitor

Fox Files UDRP Over XXX Domain

From the “told you so” and “some domainers are really really dumb” department .. Yes – foxstudios.xxx and asking a crazy high price for it As Kevin reports Fox have now filed a UDRP. Prediction – unless Fox’s complaint is submitted on toilet paper this will be a slam dunk win for them. Tip: Do… Continue reading Fox Files UDRP Over XXX Domain

For Dummies Win WIPO Case Against Dummy

Why did this case catch my eye? Well when the respondent tells WIPO that the domain is “available to lease” it’s going to catch my attention WIPO have awarded John Wiley & Sons the domain webhostingfordummies.com following a UDRP dispute. What surprised and amused me was the reply the registrant sent WIPO on being notified… Continue reading For Dummies Win WIPO Case Against Dummy

Only 6 ICANN Comment Periods Open

  Normally in the weeks prior to an ICANN public meeting there is a buzz of activity as documents need to be submitted to meet the deadlines before the public meeting.   While this has happened as usual and the deadline is still open until Tuesday for the GNSO council meeting on 22nd June, there… Continue reading Only 6 ICANN Comment Periods Open

Nominet To Release 1 and 2 Character Domain Names

Nominet, the registry operator that manages *.uk, is planning on releasing both single and two character domain names. In common with a lot of other ccTLD registry operators, Nominet had blocked single and two character domain names from being registered. However they are now planning on releasing them to the public in a phased plan.… Continue reading Nominet To Release 1 and 2 Character Domain Names

Apple Launch iPad – But Where’s The Domain?

If you work in the domain industry it’s only natural that you would put big brands’ choices under the microscope to some degree. In the case of Apple they are a very big target. Earlier today Apple released, to much hype, their latest product offering. The iPad. You can read all about its features here,… Continue reading Apple Launch iPad – But Where’s The Domain?

Something is rotten in the state of Denmark : Danish Dispute Policies Allow Reverse Hijacks?

You’ll have to excuse me for the Shakespeare quote, but something is rotten in the state of Denmark. While talking to some of the people involved with the Danish domain industry it becomes evident that there is something something seriously wrong with how .dk handles disputes. A recent case revolved around the domain orango.dk The… Continue reading Something is rotten in the state of Denmark : Danish Dispute Policies Allow Reverse Hijacks?

Bebo Drop Bebo.ie

Trademark holders do funny things with domains. Bebo.ie, which was registered in bad faith, was handed back to its rightful owners last year. However Bebo Inc obviously don’t care enough about the .ie domain to hold onto it, so it’s been dropped. So will anyone try to grab it again? It will be interesting to… Continue reading Bebo Drop Bebo.ie

IEDR Annual Report 2008 – More Fluff

So what does a ccTLD operator do when they’re worried about cashflow? They go off and spend thousands on a glossy annual report obviously! The IEDR’s annual report and review for 2008 is the glossiest one they’ve produced to date. As usual it contains plenty of fluff while ignoring anything of substance. In the Chairman’s… Continue reading IEDR Annual Report 2008 – More Fluff

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