The domain industry continues to change, offering a clear picture of how businesses, individuals, and creators approach their online presence in 2024. Namecheap's latest report highlights some exciting shifts, from the ever-dominant .com to the surprising success of niche and country-code domains.

WP Engine, one of the leading companies offering hosting services and tools for websites built on WordPress, shared important news on its LinkedIn profile. The court granted WP Engine’s request for a preliminary injunction, fully restoring access to WordPress.org for the company.

NetApp has officially joined the Vultr Cloud Alliance, a partnership that combines expertise from various technology providers to meet the growing demand for adaptable AI and cloud services. The move has sparked discussions across the tech industry about its potential impact.

Exciting news for WordPress users! Rocket.net, a managed WordPress hosting platform, has announced a partnership with WP Rocket, a popular plugin designed to improve website speed. This collaboration promises faster websites and better experiences for visitors.

The .io domain has become very popular in the tech world. Startups and developers like it because it is short, easy to remember, and closely related to technology. In tech, “.io” is often understood as “input/output,” which makes it attractive to many companies. Platforms like Google I/O have further increased the popularity of the .io domain.

The second edition of Domain Days Dubai, held on November 5-6, 2024, at the stunning Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah, was nothing short of extraordinary. As a premier event for the domain industry in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, Domain Days once again raised the bar, leaving attendees raving about its impeccable organization.

The third quarter of 2024 saw 362.3 million domain name registrations across all top-level domains (TLDs), reflecting a slight decrease of 0.1 million registrations compared to the previous quarter. However, year-over-year, the domain registrations rose by 0.8%, which translates to an increase of 3 million registrations.

EURid's Q3 2024 report highlights impressive progress in key areas, showcasing their ongoing commitment to a secure and sustainable internet landscape. With a renewed certification under the EU Eco-Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS), EURid reaffirms its dedication to environmental responsibility.

Today, on the pages of WebHostingTalk.com, a user reported a troubling issue with CyberPanel, drawing immediate attention from the community. The user, “mobin,” shared details of an unusual CPU spike on their server, which, upon investigation, turned out to be the result of crypto-mining malware running with root-level permissions.

The long-awaited public launch of the .MUSIC domain was officially announced through the registry’s social media channels. Earlier this year, in May, the registry had...