The media attention given to Bitcoin, as opposed to the new extensions of the Internet name space, is severely disproportionate. Never before in the history of gaming was 'Monopoly' money more popular; bitcoin has been used to buy homes, cars and even domain names - all without a backing … [Read more...]
The time is now, to thrive or flatline: Domain investment strategies for your business
February 19, 2014 by 16 Comments
I don't sugar-coat things, and I don't plan to change the rules of engagement now. If you haven't started exploring the repercussions of the new Internet name space expansion for your business, better find a quiet place to flatline. Don't like that brutal image of your eventual business death? … [Read more...]
A few words with Duane Forrester of Bing during NamesCon
January 17, 2014 by 2 Comments
I shall be referring to Duane Forrester, manager of Bing's webmaster tools, as a young Steve Ballmer - and that's a compliment. Not just because I'm a long term fan of corporate giant Microsoft, but because he's as energetic on stage as the outgoing Microsoft CEO. He's also funnier, and unlike … [Read more...]
NamesCon: A perfect 10 of a domain conference
January 16, 2014 by 7 Comments
NamesCon officially closed its gates yesterday, and while waiting for my flight out of Vegas, I will share a few quick thoughts with those that attended, and those that did not. The organizational part: it exceeded everyone's expectations, mine included, by far. Thanks to the commitment and hard … [Read more...]
Las Vegas: Where the thieves wear Elvis suits
January 11, 2014 by Leave a Comment
To everyone heading to Las Vegas for NamesCon 2014, I'm sending out a wave - hey! - for safe travel. It's great seeing the weather being in favor of traveling, unlike the "polar vortex" chaos of last week. Las Vegas is glitz, lights, drinks and gambling, with the occasional high calorie meal. … [Read more...]
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