Launching tDNS: Unveiling the Future of Internet Ownership

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6 min readJun 21, 2023

Today, we are thrilled to announce the launch of the tomi Domain Name System (tDNS), marking a groundbreaking leap in the evolution of internet freedom. This is not just the launch of a new technical solution. We’re challenging the status quo, and presenting a revolutionary new vision for internet ownership. And this is your golden opportunity to own a part of this new chapter in digital history. It’s time to bid farewell to the limitations of a centralized DNS system and step into a future where you truly own your domains with tDNS.

The Problem with the Current DNS System

The Domain Name System (DNS) plays an important role in connecting website names to their respective IP addresses in today’s internet. You could compare it to the internet’s phonebook, translating human-readable domain names into machine-recognizable IP addresses. But like all systems, the current DNS system has its fair share of flaws and potential vulnerabilities.

One primary issue is its centralized authority. The DNS is managed by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), a group responsible for assigning domain names and IP addresses to websites and organizations on the internet. They also oversee the operation of the root servers that are used to resolve domain names to IP addresses. While this provides a uniform structure for the internet, it also opens up significant weaknesses, such as single points of failure. If the server in charge of a domain gets hacked or goes down, it could potentially disrupt access to countless websites linked to that domain.

Another pressing issue lies in the very nature of ownership within the current DNS structure. Most people are merely renting their domains from registrars, rather than possessing them outright. This arrangement imposes various limitations and complications, making it difficult for individuals to exercise complete control over their online presence.

A more disconcerting flaw with the DNS is its susceptibility to government control and censorship. Governments can exert influence over the DNS and internet traffic by blocking or redirecting domain names. They can, for instance, inhibit access to websites by preventing their domain names from resolving to IP addresses. This could involve intercepting DNS requests and responding with incorrect information, or outright blocking access to specific DNS servers.

Furthermore, governments can deploy other technical mechanisms to monitor and regulate internet traffic. They can utilize deep packet inspection (DPI) to examine the contents of internet traffic and identify specific types of content, such as encrypted traffic or traffic from certain websites or applications. This allows them to filter content, impose restrictions, and infringe upon users’ digital privacy. Additionally, they can use firewalls to block specific types of traffic, such as traffic from social media websites or messaging apps.

Technical solutions like Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and encryption offer some resistance to these censorship tactics, but they can also be targeted and restricted by governments. The result is a pervasive sense of surveillance and lack of true freedom in internet usage.

In essence, the existing DNS structure, with its centralized control, limited ownership rights, and vulnerability to government censorship, calls for a robust, decentralized solution — and this is where the promise of tDNS begins to shine.

Introducing tDNS: The New Era of Internet Ownership

Building upon the limitations of the traditional DNS structure, we are proud to present tDNS — the tomi Domain Name System. As a decentralized and innovative solution, tDNS is designed to operate within the tomiNet and directly addresses the challenges of internet ownership and privacy that plague the current DNS.

tDNS welcomes a new era of internet ownership by leveraging blockchain technology and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). By representing the ownership of a domain or URL through NFTs, tDNS disrupts the traditional model of domain ownership. It offers users more security and control through a model that is both encrypted and centred around the individual. By encrypting actual addresses of the domains, it guarantees that no network entity can block an approved address, thereby preserving the freedom and integrity of online autonomy.

But the disruptive power of tDNS goes beyond secure ownership. It expands the practical application of domain names, offering capabilities that far surpass traditional ICANN domains and crypto domains. While ICANN domains present a more user-friendly substitute for IP addresses and crypto domains simplify blockchain addresses, tDNS offers more. It is not confined to a single network. Instead, it facilitates seamless access to websites across various networks such as the tomiNet and GovNet, all using a single address.

In the spirit of bridging technological gaps, tDNS also champions cross-blockchain compatibility. This allows users to leverage a single address across multiple blockchain platforms, including sol, avax, eth, btc, and other cryptocurrencies. This breakthrough towards interoperability represents a significant leap forward in the digital domain space.

At the intersection of Web2 and Web3 technologies, tDNS stands as a beacon of resilience against control and interference. This blend of technologies transforms tDNS from a simple DNS structure into a robust, advanced solution that fortifies privacy and decentralization. Ultimately, tDNS signifies a new paradigm in internet ownership, promoting a more equitable, user-empowered digital landscape.

A Groundbreaking Opportunity to Own the Domain of Your Dreams

Just as the early days of the World Wide Web offered an excess of opportunities to secure valuable web addresses at affordable prices. tDNS is set to bring back that era, presenting you with a renewed chance to own your dream domain. This is not just about owning a piece of the internet’s future, It’s about the prospects that lie within it.

With the launch of tDNS on the tomiNet, the game of domain ownership is being rewritten, and this is your chance to be an early player. The launch offers an open auction service which discourages domain squatting behaviours, providing a fair chance to acquire domains in the open market. This, in essence, is like hitting the reset button, where you will have the opportunity to purchase domains that were previously out of reach.

How to purchase a domain with tDNS?

Initiate the process by paying $100 in $TOMI and acquiring the Partner NFT which will grant you 25% of future sales from this domain. Your domain will then be placed in an auction that runs until May 2024.

Bidding Process: If you want to bid on a domain, your bid must exceed the previous one by at least 15%.

Minter’s Share: Whenever a bid is placed, the minter receives 25% of the difference between the new bid and the previous highest bid. The minter ultimately receives 25% of the last bid minus the minting price.

Previous Bidder’s Refund: When a new bid surpasses the previous highest bid, the previous bidder is refunded their original bid amount plus an additional 20% of the difference between their bid and the new highest bid.

DAO Contribution: The remaining amount from each bid splits equally between the DAO and tomi’s treasury, supporting the development and operation of the tDNS platform.

This structure ensures that the minter and previous bidders receive a share of the auction, while the DAO benefits from the remaining funds.

Mint Your Domain:here

As we introduce tDNS, we bring forward more than just a novel technological solution. We’re creating a platform where the traditional internet norms are reimagined, emphasizing individual ownership and privacy. This isn’t merely about securing a domain, it’s about paving your unique path in a digital space that’s evolving to become more secure, decentralized, and user-centric.

With tDNS, we echo the early excitement of the internet, but with a layer of advanced technology. We offer you the chance to obtain the domain you’ve always desired, carving out a corner of the internet’s future that is truly yours. This isn’t just about leasing a slot on a platform, it’s about having a piece of the digital world that’s exclusively and definitively yours, forever.

This is more than a new chapter in digital history, it’s an opportunity to engage with an evolving internet landscape. So, are you ready to seize this opportunity? Are you prepared to be a part of this digital revolution? Let’s not just dream about a decentralized, alternative internet, let’s create it together, one domain at a time.

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