Registrars can now block people from registering tens of thousands of domain names that look like, are spelling variations of, or otherwise infringe on brand names.
so, uh, stupid question, but what if i just used a registrar that didn't give a shit, and isn't signed up for global block, wouldn't it completely defeat the purpose?
so, uh, stupid question, but what if i just used a registrar that didn't give a shit, and isn't signed up for global block, wouldn't it completely defeat the purpose?
Yes although a company can still sue for trademark infringement and send cease and desist orders. Also the tld might take your website away.
Some registrars might also think it's more profitable (or just easier) to charge for the extra domains that a company might want to buy.