Global Name Registry - Ownership and Business Overview

Internet Software And ServicesCompany

Global Name Registry Ownership

Who owns Global Name Registry?

Global Name Registry is owned by VeriSign. It was acquired on October 1, 2008.

Was Global Name Registry formerly PE-backed?

Yes. Global Name Registry was formerly owned by 1 private investor.

Global Name Registry Business Overview

Where is Global Name Registry headquartered?

Global Name Registry is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

What sector is Global Name Registry in?

Global Name Registry is an internet software and services company.

When was Global Name Registry founded?

Global Name Registry was founded in 1999.

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Global Name Registry Ltd.

Suite K7, Floor 3 Cumbrian House Meridian Gate 217 Marsh Wall,
London, E14 9FJ
United Kingdom,
+44 20 7531 4880

GNR Ltd. was a provider of consumer focused domain name services for the Internet.


Company Summary

SECTOR

Internet Software and Services

Established

1999

Subsidiary of

VeriSign

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