Journal

Guides

Guides, registry data and naming notes on .si domains, AI domains and SuperIntelligence. Every article is researched, dated and sourced.

Guides9 min read

Domain broker: what they do, what they cost, when to use one

A neutral guide to domain brokers for buyers and sellers: what a broker does, how commissions and upfront fees work, and when hiring one makes sense. It also covers how to vet a broker and the cheaper routes that skip one.

Guides9 min read

Trademark a company name in AI: costs, steps and SI risks

A step-by-step guide to trademarking an AI company name in the US and EU, with dated fees, examination times and the traps around "AI", "GPT" and "superintelligence". It also lists new SI filings and explains how .si domains and trademarks interact.

Guides10 min read

Domain history: how to check a domain before you buy it

A step-by-step method to check domain history before you buy: registration records, archived content, Google and Spamhaus checks, backlinks and dispute records. It also covers what .si records show and what no lookup can reveal.

Guides10 min read

How to transfer a domain: step by step, without downtime

A step-by-step guide to moving a domain to a new registrar under the ICANN rules in force on October 5, 2026. It covers the checks to run first, how to keep DNS and email online, costs, the adopted 2026 revision and how .si transfers differ.

Guides9 min read

What is a ccTLD? Country code domains explained

A clear definition of the ccTLD with real examples, a ccTLD vs gTLD comparison and how Google treats country code domains in 2026. It also explains what a .si domain signals and how to choose the right setup.

Guides14 min read

How to buy a domain name that is already taken

A step-by-step guide to buying a registered domain from its holder: find the owner, check the name, price an offer, pay through escrow and complete the transfer.

Guides13 min read

The .si domain: a complete guide for 2026

How to register, transfer or buy a .si domain in 2026, with the registry's rules, dated registrar prices and what Google's country signal means for founders.