WEST ASIA – Domain Days Dubai 2024 is set to take place at the Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah on November 5-6, 2024. This will be the second edition of the event, aimed at professionals in the domain, hosting, and digital asset sectors across the Middle East and Africa. The conference will feature 40 speakers, attracting around 200 attendees from over 100 companies. Key topics will include domain name management, auctions, and monetization strategies, with a special focus on Web3 domains, which are increasingly shaping the future of the internet.
Notably, the event will host the region’s first domain name and digital asset auction, making it a pivotal moment for investors and innovators. In addition to the presentations and discussions, attendees will have the chance to participate in networking events, including a VIP yacht after-party in Dubai Marina.
Speakers will include industry leaders such as Dr. Marwan Alzarouni, CEO of Dubai Blockchain Center, and Munir Badr, the event’s founder. The goal of the conference is to foster collaboration and innovation, propelling Dubai into the forefront of the global domain industry.
In addition to the highlights mentioned, Domain Days Dubai 2024 is expected to cover a wide range of critical industry topics through panel discussions, fireside chats, and workshops. The emphasis will be on trends like AI integration in domains, the new gTLD program from ICANN, and the impact of blockchain technology on the domain industry. A focus on Web3 domains will explore how these decentralized domains can enhance user control over digital identities and security, positioning them as the future of the internet.
Moreover, this event boasts a strong roster of sponsors, including Nova Registry, it.com Domains, PowerDmarc, and RightoftheDot, which reflects the event’s importance within the global domain community. These sponsors will be part of a broader effort to explore new monetization and investment strategies in domain names and hosting, particularly in emerging markets like the Middle East and Africa.
The Live Domain Auction
The live domain auction at Domain Days Dubai 2024 is one of the most highly anticipated features of the event. It will be the first-ever live domain and digital asset auction in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. This auction provides a unique opportunity for investors and domainers to acquire premium domains and digital assets. The auction will feature a curated selection of high-value domain names, offering both experienced investors and newcomers a chance to bid on valuable domain assets.
The live auction is expected to attract global interest, as it’s set to take place in a region that is rapidly becoming a hub for digital innovation. It also marks a major step forward in the MEA domain market, as the auction will include not only traditional domains but also emerging Web3 domains, which are decentralized and tied to blockchain technology.
This component of the conference underscores the dynamic nature of the domain investment landscape and is a key networking and investment opportunity for attendees.
About The Author: John Colascione is Chief Executive Officer of Internet Marketing Services Inc. He specializes in Website Monetization, is a Google AdWords Certified Professional, authored a ‘how to’ book called ”Mastering Your Website‘, and is a key player in several Internet related businesses through his search engine strategy brand Searchen Networks®
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