The rise of alternative TLDs and key industry trends – Namecheap’s 2024 domain insights

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.

NamesCon Global 2025: announced in Miami!

The NamesCon Global 2025 conference is officially set to take place in Miami, Florida, on November 5th and 6th. This marks a big move from its previous venue in Austin, Texas. The event will be hosted at the iconic Ice Palace, situated in Miami’s vibrant Art and Entertainment District.

The future of .io domain: popularity, changes, and challenges

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.

Global domain registration trends in Q3 2024

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 summary

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.

GoDaddy’s impressive Q3 2024 results

When it comes to web hosting and domain registration, GoDaddy stands out as a major player in the industry. The company's latest financial results for Q3 of 2024 highlight its progress in various areas, from increased revenue and profitability to innovative new tools for small business owners.

Public launch of the .MUSIC domain

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...

Identity Digital joins forces with Government of Anguilla to manage .AI domain

Identity Digital announced on their LinkedIn profile that they have entered into a significant partnership with the Government of Anguilla (GOA) to manage the .AI...

The number of .ai domain registrations surpasses 500,000

The .ai domain, the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Anguilla, has reached a major milestone by surpassing half a million registrations. According to the latest data, as of October 1, 2024, there are 533,068 .ai domains registered.

Verisign agrees to implement .com domain takedown rules

Verisign has agreed to incorporate new rules regarding the takedown of abusive .com domains as part of its upcoming registry contract with ICANN. The proposed...

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