Most expensive million dollars social web domains (past and future) [kwiqq]

Posted on | September 11, 2008 | 5 Comments

They say “People buy from Brands”. When it comes to the social website there is nothing more valuable than hosted on a sexy domain name.

So if you are a company/individual looking to invest a few million in your social network why not spend some on buying the best, money can buy. Its worth reminding you that some domain can be SERIOUSLY expensive, how does $27,000,000 sound ? Few examples:

Gambling / Adult

In 2007, poker.com was bought for $27 million (unconfirmed)
In 2003, Casino.com for $5.5 million
In 2006, Sex.com was sold for $14 million
In 2005, Vip.com was bought for $1.4 million

Alcohol

In 2006, Vodka.com was bought for $3 million
In 2004, Beer.com for $7.5 million
In 2003, Wine.com was bought for $2.9 million

Search Engine / ISP

In 2000 Korea.com was bought for $5 million
In 1999, AltaVista.com was bought for $3.3 million

Music

In 2000, Rock.com was bought for $1 million

Business

In 1999 Business.com appeared on Gusiness World Records sold at $7.5 million

If you are still looking for an eye-catching domain you are not too late. Few domains on sale now:

• Sam.com
• OK.net
• Tune.com
• Much.com
• Claim.com
• Sweat.com
• Color.com
• Decide.com
• Downloading.com

Tags: domains, social, expensive, available

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