It will take a lot to overcome the challenges of previous alt-root naming attempts. Right now, there's a lot of talk about blockchain-based, decentralized naming systems. The pitch for blockchain-based domains usually covers two ... Continue Reading17 Comments
ICANN warns about alt-root blockchain domain names
· Policy & LawOrganization is worried that consumers will be confused. ICANN has published a warning to consumers about alt-root domain names. Alt-root domains are domain names that aren't compatible with the existing domain name system (DNS). They require ... Continue Reading13 Comments
Namecheap begins selling blockchain-based domain names
· Domain RegistrarsNamecheap is now offering 11 alt-root domains based on blockchain technology. Namecheap has become the largest domain name registrar to begin offering blockchain-based domain names. The company is offering a selection of 11 alt-root Handshake ... Continue Reading2 Comments
Unstoppable Domains launching 8 new alt-root blockchain domains
· ServicesCompany will also airdrop $100 million + for people to buy the domains with. Unstoppable Domains, a company that offers an alternative, blockchain-based domain name system, is releasing 8 new top level domain names. The new domain extensions are ... Continue Reading19 Comments
Opera to support alt-root .Crypto domain names
· UncategorizedOpera users can now visit alt-root .crypto domain names from their browser. Unstoppable Domains, a blockchain-based domain name system alternative, announced today that the Opera browser for Android will support its .crypto domain name. .Crypto ... Continue Reading1 Comment
Unstoppable Domains raises $4 million for blockchain domain names
· ServicesDomains-on-blockchain company gets major funding boost. Unstoppable Domains, a company that is launching domain names on blockchain technology, has raised $4 million in a Series A financing. Draper Associates led the round. Previous investor ... Continue Reading13 Comments
Blockchain and Domain Names – DNW Podcast #224
· PodcastsHow can domain names and blockchain technology together? Is there an opportunity for domain names and blockchain technology? This week’s guest helps separate hype from reality. Matthew Gould is founder of Unstoppable Domains, a company marrying domain ... Continue Reading11 Comments
