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People spent more money on them and are eager to show them off. For a very short period they will be a status symbol for internet companies.

• chiefalchemist 8y ago
  Status symbol? Those who know won't likely be impressed. Those who don't can't be impressed. That might be what the buyer is hoping for, but the reality is they're probably mistaken.
  • nkozyra 8y ago
    "Impressed" might not be the right word. Jealous, maybe. Would I like a .dev domain? Yep. Can I afford it? Nope. Therefore ... status symbol.
    • CydeWeys 8y ago
      You can definitely afford one in a few days.
      • nkozyra 8y ago
        The shelf life on most status symbols is limited.
        • CydeWeys 8y ago
          There's no expiration date on having a good domain name, though. If anything their value increases over time.