DNSSEC is capable of securing other Internet protocols, not just the DNS communications, but widespread adoption is needed

ICANN has said its new "dot.anything" top-level domain system, launching this week, will not pose a danger to businesses or international bodies

VeriSign says there were more than 220 million domains registered at the end of the third quarter: 8.9 percent more than 2010

ICANN claims move will encourage creativity but trademark holders are not convinced after .xxx debacle

The governments of Scotland and London are campaigning for customised top-level domains

Companies have been given 50 days to get their hands on an adult domain name, or opt out all together

The Internet continues to expand according to a study on domain registrations from VeriSign

Nominet will give .uk domain owners a DNSSEC service to prevent hackers spreading counterfeit addresses

Businesses will have until 28 October to buy a .xxx domain for their trademark or opt out altogether