Cybercriminals Register Up to 20% of New gTLD Domains, Study Finds
Interisle's 2025 analysis reveals that cybercriminals bought at least 10%—potentially 20%—of all new generic top‑level domain registrations, with abuse concentrated among a few registrars and TLDs. The report highlights how cheap, disposable domains fuel phishing, malware, and botnet C2, urging stronger abuse‑prevention measures.