In a surprising turn, the new owner of CoinFlex.com lost the domain under a fresh UDRP ruling — despite the name’s earlier successful defense. The case highlights how past victories don’t automatically safeguard future holders, especially when ownership transfers or branding use changes.
A UDRP/WIPO panel has awarded transfer of a personal-name domain tied to Malala Yousafzai, affirming protections against cybersquatting for public figures. The case underscores how identity rights, WHOIS evidence, and bad-faith use drive outcomes when celebrities and their teams enforce brand protection online.
WIPO has denied Superior Dash’s complaint against Maxton Group over the domain Superiordash.com, ruling no bad-faith registration despite later redirection to a competitor.
Heavy metal band Slipknot has filed a lawsuit to gain control of the domain Slipknot.com, arguing that the site infringes on its trademarks and confuses fans. The case highlights ongoing tensions between domain registrants and brand owners, with the band seeking to secure its digital identity under U.S. cybersquatting laws.