Coming from Toronto, Ontario, a revolutionary development is set to transform the domain name industry. My.box Inc. is launching a Public Beta of its groundbreaking service, the .blockchain native dns routable domain named .box, on January 18th, 2024. This is the first time that a domain name system supported natively by browsers, email, and wallets is made available to the public.
Defining the Future of Digital Identity
With .box domains, users can enjoy a secure and seamless identity on both Web3 and Web2. The owner of a .box domain, for instance, ‘example.box’, has decentralized control and access to DNS record management, ENS integration, payments, Web3 authentication, Web3 messaging, websites, and email. As Josh Brandley, the founder of .box, puts it, .box is a “powerful, easy to use product” that merges the exciting developments in Web3, decentralized identity, and domain names.
Addressing the Shortcomings of Blockchain Domains
.box is setting the bar high in the realm of blockchain-based top-level domains. While other new blockchain domain systems have stirred up excitement, they often disappoint as they are not compatible with traditional browsers and email services. Unlike these, .box is ICANN-accredited, globally recognized by the Domain Name System (DNS), and supported by the Ethereum Name Service (ENS). Both DNS and ENS have established substantial network effects, solidifying their positions as core infrastructure. .box is the pioneer in integrating the features of both systems natively, thereby providing a superior user experience.
The Team Behind .box
The .box TLD is owned and operated by Intercap Registry, an ICANN Accredited Registry Operator. Intercap has committed over a decade to the development of .box. Key partners include 3DNS and ENS Labs, whose leaders are passionate about bringing the benefits of Web3 to the domain industry. Both Nick Johnson, Founder of ENS, and Paul Gauvreau, CEO of 3DNS, have expressed their excitement and anticipation for the wide adoption of this product by Web3 enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
During the launch phase, .box domains will go through a premium pricing phase, ensuring fair access for all. Prices will start at $7,680 USDC and then decay exponentially for 6 days until reaching a fixed rate of $120 USDC. All domains will renew at $120 USDC per year. Domains are minted and managed using the dApp hosted at my.box. Payment can be made with ETH or USDC.
Interested parties can secure their .box domain now at https://my.box. They can also join the .box community by following .box at https://x.com/boxdomains and joining the .box Discord server. Here, they can learn how to buy a .box, qualify for a referral link to earn $18 for each successful referral, and receive support and updates from the team.
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For more information about .box, visit www.my.box or contact Omar Hamed at [email protected]
