Guess Who's Coming to Nairobi?
Remember when people questioned if Africa could pull off a major domain industry event? Well, those doubts got squashed like a bug on a windshield. The upcoming Domain Summit Africa 2026, set to unfold in Nairobi next week, has officially hit its max capacity. That's right, not even one more ticket to spare!
I mean, can you believe it? An inaugural event, and they're already hanging the 'sold out' sign! This speaks volumes about the continent's burgeoning interest in digital real estate. After all, domains are more than just web addresses - they're serious business assets.
The Buzz at Villa Rosa Kempinski
So what's the big deal about this summit? Aside from taking place in the swanky Villa Rosa Kempinski Hotel (talk about doing it in style), it marks a critical point for Africa in the global domain scene. It's not just any gathering; this is where the continent's role in e-commerce and technology takes center stage.
I'm excited – heck, anyone with half an interest in domains should be. Helmuts Meskonis, the founder of this shindig, must be popping corks! And let’s be real here; there’s more at stake than just networking and sipping fancy drinks.
The Lowdown on Domains
- Africa's leap into TLDs and ccTLDs management
- The growing buzz around expired domains and drop catching on the continent
- Why WHOIS privacy matters now more than ever
If you thought domains were just geek-speak before, think again.
Why This Matters to Your Portfolio
Here’s something I’ve seen time and again: smart investors diversify. And what better way to diversify than by adding some choice domain names into your mix? But wait – it’s not as easy as grabbing any ol' .com or .net anymore.
You've got gTLDs shaking things up alongside country code TLDs (ccTLDs). Plus, savvy buyers are playing Sherlock Holmes with WHOIS databases to snap up expired gold mines before they hit the open market. It’s like a treasure hunt out there – you don’t want to miss out!