news Facebook acquires i.org domain name

[Arpit131]

Facebook has acquired the single letter domain name i.org
Facebook owns the domain name Internet.org and is leading the effort of connecting the 2/3rd of the world who do not have internet.
The move seems to be an attempt to support the Internet.org initiative.
I.org was held by PIR registry and under the Project 94 which is:
“Project94 is the allocation of 94 1-2 character .ORG domain names that have never been released for registration. Through GoDaddy and eNom, these names will be made available to registrants who not only reflect the core attributes of the .ORG domain but also reinforce the trust and value of the .ORG brand.”

“Proceeds from Project94 will be directed to programs that enhance the open development and security of the Internet, particularly in technologically undeserved parts of the world.”

You may find more about Internet.org on its Wikipedia page here.

Source: thedomains

 

[FPForum]

I wonder how much they paid.. I like the idea of Project94 where these top-notch ORG domains don't just go to the highest bidder. Let organizations that are really doing something good have at them, while the money they're paying goes to something good as well!

 

[Soofi]

I want D.org to promote domain names

did anyone see "Offer Amount" tab in the Project94 form at their website? :P

 

[anhnguyenict]

How much ???