Domain Name News

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  CoStar Group Acquires Homes.com.au, Signals Strategic Rebranding PlanJune 17, 2025
  CoStar Group has made a significant move in the Australian real estate market with its purchase of the Homes.com.au domain for a reported A$22.8 million. This acquisition sets the stage for a potential rebrand of the Domain real estate portal, currently the second-largest in Australia behind realestate.com.au. Domain Name Server (DNS) Fundamentals: Exploring Traceroute, DNS Attacks and Beyond | $21.99 According to sources, CoStar initiated talks with Domain before finalizing the domain purchase. CoStar’s CEO, Andy Florance, highlighted the strategic value of the Homes domain, emphasizing its strength and memorability. The… Read more: CoStar Group Acquires Homes.com.au, Signals Strategic Rebranding Plan
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  CNCF and Synadia Resolve Dispute Over NATS OwnershipJune 17, 2025
  The Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) and Synadia, the company behind the open-source messaging system NATS, have settled their dispute. This resolution grants CNCF control over the trademark, domain name, and GitHub repositories associated with NATS. The conflict arose when Synadia announced plans to shift NATS code licensing from Apache 2.0 to Business Source License (BSL) in future releases. Clash of Trademarks and Domain Names on the Internet: Tables and Indexes | $43.94 Amidst the disagreement, CNCF took legal action by filing a petition with the US Patent and Trademark Office… Read more: CNCF and Synadia Resolve Dispute Over NATS Ownership
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  Generative AI Revolutionizes Online Information Retrieval, Challenging GoogleJune 16, 2025
  Artificial intelligence, particularly generative AI, is revolutionizing online information retrieval, challenging conventional search engines like Google. The surge in AI adoption is attributed to poor user experiences on the web, stemming from SEO tactics and ad networks. Domain Name Server (DNS) Fundamentals: Exploring Traceroute, DNS Attacks and Beyond | $21.99 Two primary factors underscore this shift. Firstly, AI tools such as ChatGPT excel in delivering tailored responses, offering precise and personalized information. By bypassing traditional search engines and engaging AI directly, users can receive targeted insights, like tailored product recommendations based… Read more: Generative AI Revolutionizes Online Information Retrieval, Challenging Google
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  Brands Battle Evolving Cybersquatting Threats in 2025June 16, 2025
  In 2025, the battle against cybersquatting intensifies as brands face a new wave of threats and challenges. A global beauty brand’s viral campaign in Southeast Asia falls victim to a cybersquatting attack, leading to a flood of support tickets and customer complaints. The culprit? A cleverly crafted domain mimicking the brand’s official site, causing revenue loss and reputation damage. GLOBAL ANALYSIS OF LAWS RELATED TO CYBER SQUATTING | $104.96 Cybersquatting tactics have evolved significantly, with perpetrators exploiting multiple top-level domains, automation tools, and dark web resources. From typosquatting to homoglyph attacks,… Read more: Brands Battle Evolving Cybersquatting Threats in 2025
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  Pay.com.au Resolves Domain Dispute Through Legal ActionJune 16, 2025
  Pay.com.au recently made headlines for securing a domain name after a legal tussle with a seller who attempted to back out of a deal. The seller, Dean Adams, initially agreed to sell the domain PayRewards.com to Pay.com.au for $38,000. The transaction was set up through Escrow.com, with Pay.com.au funding the deal. Domain Name Server (DNS) Fundamentals: Exploring Traceroute, DNS Attacks and Beyond | $21.99 However, things took a turn when Adams tried to renegotiate the terms upon discovering the identity of the buyer. He demanded a significant increase in price, asking… Read more: Pay.com.au Resolves Domain Dispute Through Legal Action