Skyfire

About

Skyfire is a domain name marketplace specializing in premium domain sales, providing a seamless and secure transaction process for businesses and individuals looking to enhance their online presence.Skyfire operates as a premium domain name marketplace, primarily offering the domain name 'SkyFire.com' among other premium options. Founded by Erik Swenson, the company has its headquarters in Mountain View, US. In February 2013, Opera Software acquired Skyfire for USD 50 mn, with potential performance-based payouts bringing the deal value to USD 155 mn. The company has completed six deals since its inception.Skyfire.com primarily offers premium domain names for sale, with 'SkyFire.com' listed at a price of USD 149,000. The service model focuses on simplifying domain acquisition, providing secure transactions and support to entrepreneurs and businesses seeking online branding. Their offerings include transaction assistance, secure payment processing, and ownership transfer, catering to a global clientele across various industries.SkyFire.com generates revenue from direct sales of premium domain names through one-time purchases. The pricing model is straightforward, with domain names like 'SkyFire.com' offered at fixed prices. The revenue structure revolves around B2C interactions, facilitating immediate ownership transfers upon purchase completion, targeting startups and established businesses alike.Skyfire plans to leverage the recent acquisition by Opera Software to expand its offerings and explore new geographic markets. The funding from the acquisition will support product development initiatives aimed at enhancing their domain name offerings and improving the transaction experience. Specific targeted markets for expansion have yet to be detailed, but the company is positioned to strengthen its global reach following the acquisition finalized in February 2013.