Verisign reported earnings today after the close. There were a couple odd after hours trades that might have made some investors gasp. After hours trading can be very thin and the odd print does happen. Things are back to normal as of the time of writing. Trade Detail After Hours Time (ET) After Hours Price After Hours Share … [Read more...]
Simple question – Are you planning to still do business with NameJet
Obviously the biggest story in domaining this week was NameJet. There was some shady behavior uncovered, there were some that jumped to conclusions that may have proven to be premature or wrong. I tend to agree with Shane Cultra when he said the industry needs NameJet. The industry needs well run, properly monitored auction sites. Now some called for a blackballing of those dealing with NameJet … [Read more...]
Our Post About Namejet’s PR On Shill Bidding From 2009: “What Happened At SnapNames Could Not Happen Here”
I was looking back through some posts over the years that we wrote relating to the SnapNames bidding Scandal and found this one which I wrote arising from a from November 2009 press release by Namejet. Our post was entitled "Namejet Plays The “This Can’t Happen To Us” Card & That’s Troubling". We cautioned Namejet that "Shill bidding" could take many forms and it was the time to be … [Read more...]
Are you satisfied with NameJet’s changes?
NameJet put out a press release tonight, letting everyone know what changes they plan to make. Are you satisfied by the their announcement or what else would you like to see? Are you satisfied with NameJet's announcement? Yes No quiz generator Shill Bidding Update And Platform Improvements Friday, July 21, 2017 Jacksonville, FL Our thanks … [Read more...]
Oliver Hoger posts his side on Namepros
Oliver Hoger has been one of the people at the heart of the discussion on Namepros with regards to NameJet bidding. Oliver posted today and gave his side of the story. It's an important read because it let a lot of those with less auction experience see how the big volume domainers use NameJet. I would say start reading the replies to Oliver as well, they start here. HI, Sorry for delay … [Read more...]
Michael Sumner’s research work is excellent
With so much negativity going on this week, I always think it's right to find balance and highlight some good. The work Michael Sumner (Namebio) has done as an unrelated, unbiased participant in the NameJet situation has been excellent. Here is the latest research he put together I think most on Namepros have come to appreciate the time he has put in to help those who really don't … [Read more...]
What do you see as the biggest problems in the domain industry?
There are many opinions on what's right and what's wrong with the domain industry. In this post give your comments on what you think needs to be changed about the domain industry. What do you see as the most glaring problems or concerns? If you have suggestions for fixing them, please add that as well. Keep it respectful, no ad hominem attacks or accusations you cannot prove. … [Read more...]