NamesCon

#NamesCon Global 2026 is building momentum! Some of the biggest names in the #domain and #digitalasset industry are joining us in Miami. We're focusing on what really matters, including: Domainers Only Meet Ups @RIGHToftheDOT Domain Auction Opening and Closing Parties Expanded Networking Zones Onsite With much more to be announced... Are you registered for this years event? Head to our site to secure your super early bird tickets: namescon.com/tickets/

We caught up with @amiller325gd, part of the #NamesCon Global Advisory Board! Check out: Why NamesCon is important to him What he hopes to achieve And why Miami is a great location for the event Connect with Andrew in Miami and get your discounted tickets today: namescon.com/tickets/

@blueslesson @BradenPollock Hey there, domain owners can submit names in the auction, yes. I would contact the team at @RIGHToftheDOT for the other question. You can contact them here: bid.rotd.com/ui

@NamesCon @BradenPollock Question! Will owners be able to submit names? Also can agents etc be sold as digital assets?

The people in this industry are what make this event so special. #NamesCon has always been about access. Whether you’ve been in the industry for years or you’re just stepping in, this is one of the few places where conversations are open, direct, and worth having. We're excited to have @BradenPollock Owner at @LegalBrandMrktg join us in Miami this year! 📍 Miami, Ice Palace Studios 📅 November 11–12, 2026 Who are you hoping to meet at NamesCon this year? Grab your ticket today: namescon.com

I’ve had a number of people contact me recently saying they wanted to explain the Beanstalk Challenge to others, but were having a difficult time fully articulating what it actually is. So I put together a clear summary that can easily be shared, distributed, amplified, and understood without me needing to explain it personally every time. WHAT IS THE BEANSTALK CHALLENGE? The Beanstalk Challenge is a skill-based entrepreneurial challenge built around my personal portfolio of category-defining domain names and AI-leveraged business creation. The goal is simple: Take premium digital assets out of “landing page prison” and turn them into real businesses built by talented people with vision, execution, and skill. Participants are selected based on ideas, ability, creativity, strategy, execution potential, and their ability to actually build something meaningful. Your credentials are your passport. This is not random participation. Participants are being given access to multimillion dollar domain names they would likely never otherwise have access to in their lifetime. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the right builders. The domains are the foundation. The business is the multiplier. Instead of taking a 3-month, 6-month, or 1-year gig and making $25,000, $50,000, or even $100,000… …participants now have the opportunity to build something with a future, participate in the upside, and potentially become long-term partners in real businesses built on category-defining digital assets. CURRENT STRUCTURE: Rick provides: The domain The visibility The audience The platform The amplification And the opportunity itself The builder provides: Execution Development Creativity Strategy Marketing Operations And growth During operation of the business: The builder keeps 100% of NET profits until agreed startup costs are recovered. After breakeven: Builder: 50% Rick / Domain Owner: 50% The builder does the daily heavy lifting. The domain itself provides the leverage. There is also a potential 3-year buyout path where the builder can earn majority operational ownership participation through successful execution and long-term growth. That structure can evolve toward: Builder: 80% Rick / Domain Owner: 20% The Beanstalk Challenge is intentionally designed to attract increasingly sophisticated builders, operators, entrepreneurs, developers, marketers, and business creators over time. As the challenge grows, the incentives grow with it. What begins with my personal Bentley and Corvette is intended to evolve into substantially larger long-term incentives tied to real-world business execution and meaningful value creation. The entire philosophy is simple: Instead of renting your talent for short-term gigs, the Beanstalk Challenge is about investing your talent into your own future by unlocking the true value of category-defining domain names. The Internet changed everything once before. AI is changing it again. BeanstalkChallenge.com #BeanstalkChallenge #Domains #DigitalAssets

For it's first time in it's history, #NamesCon will run alongside CloudFest Americas as one unified experience. Two Brands. Experience. NamesCon and CloudFest each represent a different layer of the Internet, but they are part of the same story. NamesCon focuses on how the Internet is identified, owned, and trusted. CloudFest focuses on how it is built and operated. Those layers are no longer separable. Infrastructure without identity has limited meaning, and identity without infrastructure has no foundation. What Does This Look Like? Both brands will continue to feature their own dedicated content, themes, and speakers, while the overall experience becomes far more connected. Instead of separating audiences, the event is designed to bring these communities together through two shared main stages across both days, creating a more unified, collaborative, and dynamic atmosphere. The result? More crossover, more discovery and more opportunity to connect with the people shaping the future of the Internet. Head to our site to learn more: namescon.com

From the founder of #NamesCon himself. Richard Lau gives his perspective on the event and what he's looking forward to this year: "As the founder of NamesCon, it's been incredible to watch the show grow into what it is today. Every year I leave with new partnerships, sharper market intel, and a renewed appreciation for this community. It's still the most productive week on my calendar... ...This year I'm especially looking forward to seeing how the market is shifting around AI related names and short premium domains, and reconnecting with the friends and partners who make this industry what it is." We're excited to welcome you back Richard! If you haven't, head to our site to grab your pass today: namescon.com

#NamesCon is shaping up to be THE place to be for the domain industry! From sponsors securing standout branding opportunities, to advisory board members shaping the conversation, to media partners building the buzz… Everything is ramping up fast. The leaders behind digital identity, domain investment, and online ownership are already getting involved, and the room is starting to take shape. Thinking about joining us? Now’s the moment. Visit us today: namescon.com 🎟️ Lock in your ticket before the next price increase 🤝 Secure sponsorship while the best options are still available 📍 Miami | November 11–12, 2026 Gold Sponsors & Domain Auction Sponsor @above_domain @Dynadot @PIRegistry @RIGHToftheDOT Silver Sponsors @Escrow_com , @itcomdomains Exhibitors @ICANN , @Roller_Ads Advisory Board: @racsterls at @IdentityDig @andrewrosener at @MediaOptions Kelly Hardy at @Dynadot Michaela Cruden at IONOS @eddiesixto at Nudio @dottba at @TLDz6 @MonteCahn at RightOfTheDot.com @amiller325gd at ATM Holdings, Inc Industry Associations I2Coalition, Domain Name Association, VPN Trust Initiative, Secure Hosting Alliance Media Partners @cryptodotnews , @DomainGang , @DomainSherpa , @DNJournal @ICADomains

In exactly 6 months, this is my vision for @NamesCon Don’t believe me… just watch. #BeanstalkChallenge #Domains

We're delighted to reveal more of our NamesCon Global Advisory Board Members! Please join us in welcoming, @MonteCahn, President at @RIGHToftheDOT and @amiller325gd, Founder and CEO at ATM Holdings, Inc. Monte and Andrew bring decades of experience across domain investment, brokerage, and strategy, with a deep understanding of how the domain market is evolving. Their insight will play a key role in shaping the direction of NamesCon and ensuring we continue to deliver real value for the global domain community. Check out all our advisory board for this year: namescon.com/advisory-board/ #NamesCon #domains

If you’re serious about being seen in the domain industry, this is where it happens. From high-impact brand visibility to curated networking and deal-making opportunities, our sponsorship packages are designed to put you in front of the right people, not just anyone. Partner with us to connect with new customers, spark meaningful conversations, and build the trusted, person-to-person relationships that power this industry forward. 📍 Miami | November 11–12, 2026 Spots are limited, and the best positions go early. Secure your place: namescon.com/sales/ #NamesCon #domains #digitalidentity

We're delighted to confirm another set of industry contributors joining us for #NamesCon this year. Looking forward to showing you all what were working on! @J10enbaum COO / General Council with @MediaOptions and @DomainSherpa Ron Jackson, Editor and Publisher with @DNJournal @TaryKettle with @Essential_DNs Register today to join them before the price increase tonight: namescon.com/tickets/

The domain ecosystem comes together to discuss what’s working, what’s changing, and where the biggest opportunities are emerging. 2026 includes: - Welcome Party on Nov. 10 - Pickleball Tournament - Women of the Web Lunch - Domain Auction - Server Throwing - Closing Party - Access to all panels and keynote from top domainers and industry leaders. …and much more! You don't want to miss this. Sign up today: namescon.com #NamesCon #DigitalIdentity #Domains

Met with Anthony from @NamesCon this morning for 90 minutes. Once I understood what they’re building, everything clicked. We’re looking at the same opportunity… the same way. That’s rare. And that’s all that matters. Bigger and better. On the record. Now it moves behind the scenes. #BeanstalkChallenge #Domains #DomainKing

@BettyAiProject Anthony has been busy!

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@Dynadot We have @LimestoneInc to thank for that! Last year was great fun - we're eager to hit the ground running!

@NamesCon We're ready for some friendly pickleball!

The #NamesCon and #CloudFestAmericas team has landed in Miami this week, walking the venue, exploring the neighborhood, and locking in the spots that will bring the entire experience to life. This year is shaping up to be something special. It’s more than just an event, it’s where communities come together to connect, do business, and be part of what’s next. All in the cool and vibrant culture that is Miami. We’re refining every detail to make the onsite experience seamless, high-energy, and genuinely worth your time. Now’s the moment to grab your ticket as prices increase tomorrow - Friday, April 24. Get your ticket today: namescon.com

Why You Should Join #NamesCon Global 2026 🌐 Be Part of the Identity Layer of the Internet Domains are no longer just assets. They underpin digital identity, ownership, and trust. NamesCon is where the future of naming, identity, and online presence is defined. 🤝 Connect With the People Who Move the Market From registries and registrars to investors, brokers, and brand leaders, this is where the domain ecosystem comes together to build relationships, close deals, and shape partnerships. 🌍 Join A Real Community This is one of the most inviting and accepting communities out there! Every year we see tons of new faces. People who are either new to the industry or coming along for the first time. Come check out how we run in Miami. 📈 Unlock New Revenue Opportunities Times are changing and the business is evolving. From monetization strategies to portfolio growth and emerging market trends, gain the insights needed to stay competitive and profitable. 🎉 Have Some Fun! We take the work out of network...Seriously! Visit us to learn more: namescon.com #domains #domainindustry #Internet #domaincommunity #revenue #digitalidentity

Excited to have @DomainGang returning to Miami with us.

@RalphQuintero @AIEMiami We love to see it!

@NamesCon @AIEMiami BTW, just registered for @NamesCon 😉 See you in Miami!

Why would you host a conference anywhere but Miami? This is my view right now from the @AIEMiami conference 🏝️☀️