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Slipknot Sues for Control of Slipknot.com Domain

10/21/2025

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Slipknot, the heavy metal band, filed a lawsuit against the unknown owner of slipknot.com.
The suit cites the Anti-Cybersquatting Consumer Protection Act and seeks transfer of slipknot.com.
They have used slipknot1.com since the domain's registration in 2001.
The complaint alleges the owner profits from linking to unauthorized merchandise and exploits the band's fame.

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Story summary

Slipknot, the heavy metal band, filed a lawsuit against the unknown owner of slipknot.com.
The suit cites the Anti-Cybersquatting Consumer Protection Act and seeks transfer of slipknot.com.
They have used slipknot1.com since the domain's registration in 2001.
The complaint alleges the owner profits from linking to unauthorized merchandise and exploits the band's fame.