Here’s a summary of the top domain stories and podcasts from December:

1. Passing of Stuart Lawley: Notably, Stuart Lawley, the former CEO of ICM Registry and an advocate for the .xxx domain, passed away at the age of 61.

2. GoDaddy Lawsuit Refiled: Two companies have refiled a lawsuit against GoDaddy concerning the improper reclaiming of expired domains that were previously sold.

3. Namecheap’s 2024 Domain Data: Namecheap has released intriguing data regarding domain registrations in 2024, highlighting popular registered domains and their renewal rates.

4. Rob Monster’s Financial Struggles: Rob Monster is facing mounting debts as the courts have largely dismissed his requests to halt an asset sale. This week, it was reported that some of his cars and silver were sold.

5. NTIA Statement on .com Pricing: The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) made a questionable statement, claiming it lacks the authority to regulate .com pricing, despite clearly having some influence over it.

Podcasts

• 2025 Predictions Episode: A discussion featuring predictions from 22 domain industry experts.
• Snagging Great Domains: Rob Schutz shares practical advice on acquiring valuable domains and the impetus behind his interest in domain investing.
• ccTLD Warnings and Auction Clawbacks: John Berryhill discusses recent issues faced by ccTLD registrants.
• My 2024 Domain Sales Results: An update on personal domain sales performance for the year.
• Domains for Startup Founders: Bill Sweetman outlines critical mistakes commonly made by startup founders regarding domains.

These headlines capture the significant events in the domain name industry from the previous month, showcasing a mix of personal losses, legal battles, market insights, and expert discussions.

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