Monthly Archives: November 2024
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Reorg Rebrands to Octus: Strengthening Its Leadership in Credit Intelligence
Octus: Reorg Rebrands to Reflect Expanded Credit Capabilities Reorg, a leading provider of credit intelligence since 2013, has officially rebranded to Octus. The transition marks a…
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Bluesky Declares It Will Not Use User Content to Train AI; Surpasses 17 Million Users
Bluesky announced on Friday that it has “no intention” of using user content to train generative AI tools. This statement came on the same day that X (formerly Twitter) implemented…
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DNS PREDATORS ATTACK:VIPERS AND HAWKSHIJACK SITTINGDUCKS DOMAINS
This detailed document presents a comprehensive analysis of DNS hijacking activities carried out by various cybercriminal groups, specifically focusing on operations identified as …
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London Startup Gendo Raises €5.1M to Revolutionize Architectural Design with Generative AI
London-based startup Gendo has secured €5.1 million in a recent funding round, driven by growing demand for its generative AI software tailored for architects. Founded in 2022 by a…
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18 States Sue SEC Over Crypto Regulation, Challenge Gensler’s Authority
A coalition of 18 U.S. states has filed a lawsuit against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), accusing the federal agency of attempting to “unilaterally wrest regulatory …
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Corporate Funding and Domain Upgrade Data (November 17, 2024)
TOP-Tessl.io $125M The November 2024 financing report highlights key trends in startup investments, with a focus on companies using premium domain names. The data, curated by Dommu…
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Global Domain Activity Trends Seen in Q3 2024-WhoisXML API
Our research team analyzed close to 22 million domains registered between 1 July and 30 September 2024 from the Newly Registered Domains (NRD2) Data Feed. We found that the nu…
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Realwear Acquires Swiss AR Startup Almer Technologies to Strengthen Industrial Wearables Portfolio
Realwear, a U.S.-based leader in industrial wearables, has acquired Swiss augmented reality startup Almer Technologies, marking a strategic move to expand its capabilities in the A…
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ICANN Implements New Bans on Gaming Practices in Upcoming gTLD Application Round
ICANN has introduced two significant bans in the upcoming new gTLD application process, targeting practices considered as “gaming.” These changes aim to promote fairness and reduce…
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Future of .io Domain in Jeopardy Amid UK-Mauritius Treaty and US Intervention
The ongoing UK-Mauritius sovereignty deal over the Chagos Islands has sparked uncertainty regarding the future of the .io country-code top-level domain (ccTLD). The treaty’s potent…
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2024 Online Holiday Retail Threat Report
BforeAI researchers analyzed approximately 6000 retail industry domains registered in the last 90 days to uncover significant trends in the threat landscape. The retail industry tr…
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Corporate Funding and Domain Upgrade Data (November 16, 2024)
TOP-FireflySpace.com $175M The November 2024 financing report highlights key trends in startup investments, with a focus on companies using premium domain names. The data, curated …
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The Chagos Archipelago and the .io domain
The governments of Mauritius and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland recently announced that sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago will move to Mau…
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Detroit.com Hits the Market: A Rare Opportunity to Own an Iconic Domain of a City on the Rise
Detroit.com is officially for sale, offering a unique opportunity to acquire a premium digital asset tied to a city with rich history and an emerging future. This iconic domain is …
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Hikko Acquires Hikko.com to Strengthen Digital Presence
Hikko’s successful acquisition of the premium domain Hikko.com through Saw.com marks a major step forward in the company’s mission to scale its business through innovative technolo…
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Strategic Domain Backorders: A Key to Maximizing Profits
Domain backordering is an essential strategy in the domain investment landscape, enabling investors to secure high-value, desirable domain names as they expire. Unlike manual track…
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Samsung Internet Users Face Bookmark Sync Issues Due to Domain Expiry
Samsung Internet users are facing bookmark syncing issues due to a malfunction in the Chrome extension, which links mobile devices with Google Chrome. The problem stems from the re…
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Corporate Funding and Domain Upgrade Data (November 15, 2024)
TOP – NeoFinancial.com $360M /DC+EQ Undisclosed Rounds: • EpiBone.com • BWPGroup.com • Voxela.ai • DivOfficial.com • Gpx.ai • Phytolon.com • OneZero.com • AdipoPharma.com • Lu…
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October 2024 Startup Investments and Domain Name Trends
In October 2024, startup funding saw notable growth, with total investments rising to $34.85 billion across 641 deals, up from $31.85 billion and 612 deals in September. Key Invest…
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CZ.NIC Increases Wholesale Price of .CZ Domains from March 2024
Starting March 1, 2024, CZ.NIC will increase the wholesale price of .CZ domains from 145 to 160 CZK per year (excluding VAT). This marks the first price change in over six years. A…
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Nintendo Acquires Ryujinx Emulator Domain: A Blow to the Emulation Community
In a surprising and controversial move, Nintendo of America has acquired the domain Ryujinx.org, a site associated with the popular Nintendo Switch emulator Ryujinx. This action ma…
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Corporate Funding and Domain Upgrade Data (November 14, 2024)
TOP – ZapSurgical.com $78M For domains with undisclosed amounts, they include: • DeLabs.gg • Kroma.network • AgentLayer.xyz • Phi.box • HackQuest.io • Cow.fi • Blum.io • Bio…
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WalletConnect Rebrands to Reown, Marking a New Era for Enhanced Web3 User Experience
WalletConnect Inc. has rebranded as Reown, reflecting its commitment to simplifying digital ownership and enhancing Web3 interactions. The company now offers AppKit and WalletKit, …
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DNX.com Set to Launch Soon as a Central Hub for Premium Domain Listings
DNX.com is transitioning from its previous identity as “Get That Domain” to a new premium domain listing platform. The site currently displays a “Coming Soon̶…
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Saw.com Announces Major Sale of Diamond.com
Saw.com has brokered a significant sale with the high-value domain Diamond.com. This high-profile transaction highlights the increasing demand for premium digital assets in the dom…
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Crypto Market Cap Hits $3.1 Trillion, Set to Surpass France’s GDP
The cryptocurrency market has surged to a new all-time high, reaching a total market capitalization of $3.12 trillion. This figure puts it on the verge of surpassing France’s GDP, …
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UDRP Dismisses Claim for “hallofgames.com” Due to Prior Registration
The UDRP complaint for the domain “hallofgames.com” was denied. The Complainant, a company involved in game design and sales since 2019, alleged trademark infringement, asserting t…
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UDRP Denies Complaint for “zoracompanies.com” Due to Non-Unique Trademark Usage
A UDRP decision regarding the domain zoracompanies.com denied the complaint filed by an NFT marketplace using the ZORA trademark since 2020. Although the Complainant claimed common…
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Weekly Tech AI Update:
1:Microsoft’s “Magentic-One” Agent Framework – A new AI tool capable of executing tasks autonomously, including internet browsing and food ordering, marks a leap towards prac…
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Bizarre Cyber Threat: Single Google Search About Bengal Cats Puts Australian Users at Risk
In an unusual cybersecurity development, researchers have identified a highly specific digital threat targeting Australian internet users interested in exotic pets. According to cy…
