Afilias
Afilias, Inc., founded in 2001 and based in Horsham, Pennsylvania, is the world’s second largest Internet domain name registry, managing over 20 million domain names. The company provides a range of services including domain registry, managed DNS, and mobile web services. Afilias supports a diverse array of top-level domains (TLDs) and is preparing to launch hundreds of new TLDs catering to cities, brands, communities, and generic terms. Additionally, Afilias offers a specialized technology platform that enhances the accessibility and utility of Internet addresses through various applications. As a subsidiary of Donuts Inc., Afilias also emphasizes cybersecurity expertise within its service offerings. With offices in multiple countries, including Ireland, Canada, India, Australia, and China, Afilias continues to expand its global presence in the digital services sector.
Dot Global Domain Registry
Acquisition in 2019
Dot Global Domain Registry is based in Ireland and specializes in providing the .GLOBAL top-level domain for businesses and trademark owners. With a team that has extensive experience in ICANN policy, registrar services, and online technology, the company aims to position .GLOBAL as a leading alternative to .com. This domain is designed to serve as an important asset for innovative organizations, enabling them to effectively communicate their brand identity and services on a global scale. Through .GLOBAL, businesses can enhance their online presence and reach a broader audience.
StartingDot
Acquisition in 2016
StartingDot launched in October 2011. They are the registry for 3 new generic top-level domain names (TLDs) dedicated to major sectors: .archi, .bio and .ski. Their TLDs help people and businesses clearly express themselves and reach deeper into their audiences. They are a leading European TLD Registry with offices in Dublin (Ireland), Paris (France) and New York City (USA). Their strategy is to focus on TLDs in SME categories where the correlation between trade and domain name is critical. The company was acquired by Afilias plc in August 2016.
RegistryPro
Acquisition in 2012
RegistryPro is a tool for businesses, organizations, and individuals to build relationships throughout the world. Registrars have access to partner toolkits, technical support, business development assistance, and more. RegistryPro was founded in 2004 and is based in Horsham, Pennsylvania. It was since acquired by Affilias.
DotMobi
Acquisition in 2010
dotMobi is a technology company specializing in mobile and web solutions that enhance content accessibility in a connected environment. Its product offerings include DeviceAtlas, which delivers comprehensive and up-to-date intelligence on mobile and web-enabled devices through high-speed APIs. The company also features goMobi, a mobile-first web publishing platform that enables users to create sophisticated websites optimized for any device. Additionally, dotMobi manages the .mobi top-level domain, which signals to consumers that a website is mobile-friendly. As a subsidiary of Afilias, dotMobi contributes to the broader internet infrastructure by providing essential tools and services for mobile technology development.
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