Google Sold their Domain Name Business: Good, hopefully.
Google announced today that it is selling its domain registrar business, Google Domains, to the website-building platform Squarespace. The sale, expected to close in Q3 2023, has surprised many as Google Domains has been a relatively successful venture.
With over 20 million...
.zip TLD being blocked by some brands
If you’re a security expert you may have seen an increase in phishing attacks coming from the .ZIP TLD. Last month, Google introduced eight new top-level domains (TLD) that could be purchased through Google Domains and ICANN Accredited Registrars.
The new domains are .dad,...
TLD Updates: What’s New & Observed Threats
19 April 2023
TLD Updates
.CONSULTING – Available Now! .consulting has been added to the portal for organisations in the consulting space. Beneficial for consulting organisations who want to showcase their expertise and establish themselves as a trusted advisor in their...
Going Global: IP, Domain Names and Social Media
10 April 2023
Navigating the Complexities of IP, Domain Names, and Social Media in New Markets
Expanding to new markets is a complex process that presents several challenges for startups. They need to understand the market, adapt to cultural differences, comply with...
Domain Names and Clone Phishing Attacks
What is a Clone Phishing Scam?
As cyberattacks against brands are becoming more veracious, it’s no surprise that domain names are being used more frequently in clone phishing attacks. Clone phishing is a type of phishing attack in which an attacker creates a website or...
Brand Protection: Australia Invoice Scams increase by 46% in 2022.
As the digital landscape continues to evolve, scammers are constantly developing new tactics to exploit unsuspecting individuals and businesses. One such scam that has seen a rise in recent years is the invoice scam, which involves fraudsters sending a fake invoice to a...
Keyword-Rich Domain Names: A Help or Hindrance for Brands Success?
21 February 2023
Google’s John Mueller recently suggested that having a domain name that’s too keyword-rich may be detrimental to a website’s long-term success. While several years ago, having a domain name that contained your target keywords was a surefire...
Protection from phishing domain names
There are millions phishing domain names registered every month and used in attacks. Learn how to protect your business from issues relating to phishing domain names
domain name management basics
Domain Name Management
Domain name management is a critical business function that removes the risk, administration and headaches of managing large domain name portfolios. It involves the systematic oversight and control of a company’s domain...
Are IP blacklists and RBLs still relevant?
10 February 2023
What is an IP blacklist and RBL?
IP Blacklisting refers to the process of marking a specific IP address as malicious or suspicious, based on various criteria such as high volumes of spam or malicious traffic, or past instances of abuse. When an IP address is...
Do I need domain name monitoring for my business?
Domain name monitoring is essential for corporate brands
Domain name monitoring has become a must-have service for any brand with a strong digital presence. It can help protect your brand against threats by alerting you to 3rd party domain name registrations that contain (or...
Common Domain Name Security Risks
14 December 2022Domain name security is an essential part of protecting your brand and reputation, and ensuring the long-term success and profitability of your business. By implementing strong security measures and regularly monitoring and managing your domain portfolio, you...