Being such an integral part of the internet infrastructure makes DNS a popular target for cyber criminals looking to attack organisational networks and data.

Action Fraud UK is warning people to be wary of any emails they receive that look like they belong to UK university email addresses.

The company also announced that the name change received overwhelming support from shareholders.

InternetNZ has merged with its subsidiary NZRS in order to bring the elements of .nz domain management under the same umbrella.

Only three of the 105 domains were legitimate (although unofficial) domains, which are being used for Olympic medal tracking purposes.

Russia is just the tip of the iceberg for this issue with regular misinformation campaigns and attacks observed worldwide.

Two companies are taking a stand against cyber squatting and domain abuse by putting 200,000 .kiwi domain names on hold for a year.

“Through the submission process, we're looking for interested parties to help guide us in striking an appropriate balance.”

Those with a keen eye may have noticed a new-look type of .nz name recently - one that’s shorter and more direct.

The commission is seeking comment on a number of matters, including why .nz data should or should not be collected and made public.

Domains should form part of any branding strategAy. They can help reinforce with potential customers the type of business you wish to be perceived as.