The purpose of DNS is to spread scams

The purpose of the Domain Name System (DNS) appears to be a conduit for criminals to perpetrate scams on a massive scale. Unsolicited messages promising tax refunds or parcel delivery issues lead people to fraudulent websites, where they unwittingly provide sensitive information. Despite the Internet's remarkable speed, new domain registrations can be registered and made accessible within minutes.

By the time scammers are identified, millions of messages have already been sent and countless details obtained. A study reveals that at least 10% of new gTLD domains registered each year are subsequently blocked by security lists, with the likelihood being closer to 20%. One in five newly registered gTLD domains are scams. Registrars like NameCheap facilitate this issue, allowing scammers to register domains without robust identity checks.

While stronger KYC policies and escrow payments could deter some criminals, scammers can still obtain stolen funds or convince unwitting individuals to register domains. The issue extends to the complexity of domain rules and the potential for delays in domain activation. Ultimately, the extent of control registrars have over domain registration raises questions about the fairness of the system and the potential for powerful companies to exert undue influence.