VeriSign Inc

Verisign Inc. is a global provider of domain name registry services and critical internet infrastructure. It operates the authoritative registries for the .com and .net top-level domains, which support a significant portion of global e-commerce and online navigation. The company ensures the security, stability, and resiliency of these domains through registration services, authoritative resolution, root zone maintainer services, and operation of two of the 13 global internet root servers. Verisign Inc. enables reliable direction of DNS resolvers to appropriate IP address registries, forming a foundational layer of the Domain Name System (DNS). Its services are essential for businesses, websites, and internet users worldwide, regulated under agreements with ICANN and the NTIA. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Verisign Inc. plays a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity of core internet operations across the technology sector.