Over the past few months I've been keeping a close eye on both dropping domains and secondary markets.Dropcatching is quite popular in .com and even in .co.uk, but it's not something that has been really exploited in .ie space, possibly due to the way that domain suspensions and deletions are handled.While it is easy enough to predict when a domain's status might change, it's … [Read more...] about Deleted Domains Lists – Get Inspiration!
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Arrington On Oversee.net and SnapNames
The launch of NameJet may come as a kick in the teeth for Oversee.net according to a post on TechCrunch from Michael Arrington.Oversee.net acquired SnapNames back in June of this year and probably hoped to maximise their market position based on the Networks Solutions exclusive deal. With the launch of NameJet, which incorporates NSI domains, the attraction of SnapNames is no … [Read more...] about Arrington On Oversee.net and SnapNames
NameJet Launched
Today marks the launch of NameJet which replaces eNom's auction service.If you have an eNom login you can use it on the new site.In terms of functionality the site seems to offer pretty much the same set of features that were available via eNom, however it is one ugly website!The search function is currently not working for me, so it's not much use, though I'd suspect … [Read more...] about NameJet Launched
Hosting.mobi Sells for $101k!
The first of the dotmobi premium auctions finished earlier this evening, although the full sale results don't seem to be available as yet hosting.mobi is listed as having fetched $101,000! … [Read more...] about Hosting.mobi Sells for $101k!
DotMobi Premium Auction Now Live on Sedo
I mentioned the dotmobi premium auctions that are planned over the coming months.The first of these started earlier today and there's already quite a bit of bidding activity.At time of writing loans.mobi has received $30k in bids, with wifi.mobi getting $19k so far.Head on over to place your bid! Mine wasn't quite big enough (though that's hardly surprising!) … [Read more...] about DotMobi Premium Auction Now Live on Sedo
Scammers Targetting Owners of IE Domains Again
I just got that letter in the post this morning.I must say I am touched - how sweet of them! But also how dumb! … [Read more...] about Scammers Targetting Owners of IE Domains Again
Domain Pricing – What’s Going On?
Domain pricing is always an emotive subject.In recent discussions among Nominet members it came up as part of a discussion on drop-catching and domaining. Some people feel that the fees are too high, while others feel that they need to be increased significantly in order to discourage domainers. Within the Irish internet community the upcoming change to policy regarding … [Read more...] about Domain Pricing – What’s Going On?
IE Domain Registry Updates Policy on Personal Domains – Finally!
One of the more frustrating rules covering IE domains is that related to personal names. Under the current rules you can only register yourfullname.ie if you are a celebrity or trade under that name (there are workaounds, but they're not nice!).I've been nagging the IE Domain Registry about this policy for quite some time (see my rant here) and several months ago they started a … [Read more...] about IE Domain Registry Updates Policy on Personal Domains – Finally!
Mexican Nic September Promotion
The Mexican domain registry is holding another promotion for the month of September with domains priced at a mere US$6 per annum if registered for five years.Full details and order form are available on their site … [Read more...] about Mexican Nic September Promotion
Whois Oddities Again
I've never been wholly satisfied with whois output. But when you see inaccuracies at certain levels you have to giggle. There's not much else you can really do.DomainBlog points to the "oldest domain" which whois currently shows as having been registered in 1950!!Not bad! … [Read more...] about Whois Oddities Again