The world is starting to reopen. What does this mean for domain names? This week on the podcast I check in with domain investor Shane Cultra. Shane owns a nursery and he’s seen firsthand how business is changing with the U.S. reopening now that ... Continue Reading1 Comment
Google Chrome brings back the full URL
· UncategorizedSome users saw only the domain name during a test. The full URL has won, at least for now. Android Police reports that Google has nixed an experiment that showed some Chrome users only part of the URL rather than the full string. The thinking ... Continue Reading4 Comments
How cryptocurrency drives the domain aftermarket – DNW Podcast #339
· PodcastsWill a drop in cryptocurrency prices impact the domain aftermarket? Crypto markets had a wild ride last week. My guest this week, Amanda Waltz of Saw.com, discusses the impact that cryptocurrency prices have on domain name sales. Even if you don’t ... Continue Reading1 Comment
Wacky domain acquisition stories – DNW Podcast #338
· PodcastsBuying domains isn't always easy. Acquiring domain names and social media accounts from their current owners isn't easy. Today's guest, Bill Sweetman, has more than his fair share of battle stories. He's the founder of Name Ninja, which helps ... Continue ReadingLeave a Comment
Developing your domains into a business – DNW Podcast #335
· PodcastsIt takes a lot to build a business. Michael Cyger of DNAcademy just sold his business iSixSigma. On today’s show, Michael talks about the work that went into building this business. (Hint: it wasn’t easy!) We discuss what it takes to create and run ... Continue Reading1 Comment
The “new” NamesCon and Cloudfest – DNW Podcast #332
· PodcastsA look at the future of these two conferences under new ownership. NamesCon and Cloudfest are under new ownership. On this week’s show, I talk with Christian Jaeger, CEO of the new owner WHD Event GmbH, and Soeren von Varchmin, Chairman of the ... Continue ReadingLeave a Comment
Verisign’s .com printing press – DNW Podcast #329
· PodcastsHow Verisign got such a profitable business and what the future holds. Verisign operates one of the most profitable large businesses in the world thanks to a no-bid contract to operate the .com namespace. My guest on today’s show talks about how ... Continue Reading3 Comments
Adapting your domain investing strategy with Logan Flatt – DNW Podcast #328
· PodcastsLogan Flatt explains how he's adapting his strategy for today's reality. Last week I wrote about how domain investing is constantly changing and how you need to change your approach to adapt. This week’s guest is a domain investor who has done just ... Continue ReadingLeave a Comment
Domain investing strategies with Nikul Sanghvi – DNW Podcast #327
· PodcastsNikul returns to the show to talk about his 2020 investing results. One of my favorite domain investors is back on the show this week. Nikul Sanghvi talks about his domain investing results from last year. We discuss his strategic changes, ... Continue ReadingLeave a Comment
Takedowns on the Web with Elliot Noss – DNW Podcast #326
· PodcastsWhich entities should take down websites, and when? There has been a lot of talk about censorship and taking down websites over the past couple of months. On today’s show, I talk with Tucows CEO Elliot Noss about the issue. Tucows is one of the ... Continue Reading2 Comments