On The Brink with Castle Island Fred Hsu and Michael Ho (D3) on Creating Efficient Domain Name Markets (EP.614)
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Apr 16, 2025 Fred Hsu, CEO and co-founder of D3, and Michael Ho, co-founder and CBO, discuss the evolving domain name market. They explore the challenges of legacy systems and the potential of blockchain to revolutionize domain transactions. Highlights include the surge in AI-driven domain registrations and the need for better portfolio management. The duo also shares insights on creating a comprehensive naming system and the shift towards decentralized finance in domain trading, positioning D3 as a key player in the digital economy.
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Fred Hsu's Domain Beginnings
- Fred Hsu pioneered domain services like aftermarket brokerage and domain monetization since the early days of .com domains.
- He considers building D3 as unfinished business in the domain industry after 24 years of domain portfolio management.
Domain Market Scale & Growth
- There are about 400 million domain name assets valued around $300 billion today.
- This number could double or triple in five years as AI and interoperable tech enhance domain uses.
Origin of Domain Parking
- Fred Hsu invented and patented the concept of domain parking 20 years ago.
- Domain parking generates advertisement revenue on unused domains, creating ongoing cash flow for owners.