Introduction

There’s a popular saying in the industry: “A domain name is more important than a CEO.” No matter how powerful a company is, it cannot succeed without a domain name. Without a domain name and an internet presence, even the most reputable company will struggle to expand globally, limiting its growth prospects. Why are domain names so crucial for successful companies? Because a domain name helps businesses connect to the internet, link with the world, and build a strong brand!

Since a domain name is essentially the “address” where users find a company, a great domain name should naturally be as short as possible and highly related to the brand. This makes it easier for users to remember and locate the company. ChargerLAB has compiled a list of outstanding domain names in the semiconductor industry, which are not only the online identity of these companies but also serve as a bridge for communication and interaction with global users.

Examples of Excellent Domain Names

ChargerLAB has gathered information on the domain names of several well-known semiconductor companies to provide some reference.

Cmsemicon（mcu.com.cn）

Founded in 2001, Cmsemicon is an IC Design Platform Company with MCUs as the Core, focusing on the R&D, design and sales of digital-analog mixed-signal chips and analog chips. The main products include 8bit, 32bit MCU, SoC, ASIC and power devices, etc., which are widely used in Household appliances, Consumer electronics, Industrial control (including brushless motor control) and Automotive electronics. 

Headquartered in Shenzhen, Cmsemicon is a national high-tech enterprise with a registered capital of 400.365 million yuan and more than 350 employees. It has R&D centers and branches in Beijing, Shanghai, Zhongshan, Chengdu, Chongqing, Hangzhou and Singapore.

Since its establishment, Cmsemicon has carried out technical layout around the chips and underlying algorithms required for intelligent controllers, and has continuously expanded its independent design capabilities. At present, the chip development platform with MCU as the core has been completed, and the structured and modular development of the chip has been realized. It has the design capabilities of 8-bit and 32-bit MCU, high-precision simulation, power drive, power devices, radio frequency and underlying core algorithms, can respond quickly to different segments.

As an IC design platform company with MCUs at its core, the company registered the domain mcu.com.cn, using a product category name as its domain, which is simple and easy to remember. In addition, Cmsemicon also owns company-related domains such as cmsemicon.com.cn and cmsemi.com.cn.

GlobalFoundries（gf.com）

GF is one of the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers and the only one with a truly global footprint.

GF is redefining innovation and semiconductor manufacturing by developing feature-rich process technology solutions that provide leadership performance in pervasive high growth markets.

As a steadfast partner, with a unique mix of design, development and fabrication services, GF works collaboratively alongside our customers to bring a broad range of innovative products to market. With a global customer base, a talented and diverse workforce and an at-scale manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF is delivering a new era of more.

The domain gf.com is an abbreviation of GlobalFoundries. The company also owns the brand-related domain GlobalFoundries.com, among others.

NXP（nxp.com）

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communications infrastructure markets. NXP's "Brighter Together" approach combines leading-edge technology with pioneering people to develop system solutions that make the connected world better, safer, and more secure.

In addition to owning the domain nxp.com, the company also registered nxp.com.cn and nxp.cn domains.

OSRAM（ams.com）

OSRAM pioneers differentiating light and sensor solutions. Looking back on more than 100 years of industry experience, OSRAM combines engineering excellence and global manufacturing capabilities with passion for cutting-edge innovation. OSRAM's commitment to pushing the boundaries of illumination, visualization, and sensing has earned us the trust of customers worldwide. Together, OSRAM creates break-through applications that make the world safer, smarter, and more sustainable. 

“Sense the power of light” – OSRAM's success is based on the deep understanding of the potential of light. OSRAM harnesses its full spectrum – visible and invisible – to illuminate our surroundings as well as gather information from them. By adding intelligence to light, OSRAM enables customers to drive transformative applications. 

OSRAM's distinct portfolio of advanced light and sensor technologies sets them apart in the industry. It includes high-quality semiconductor-based light emitters, sensors, CMOS ICs and software as well as a range of traditional lighting technologies for automotive and special applications.

OSRAM's around 20,000 employees worldwide focus on innovation alongside the societal megatrends of digitalization, smart living, energy efficiency, and sustainability. OSRAM's light and sensor technologies are setting industry standards in the automotive, industrial, medical and consumer electronics markets. This is reflected in OSRAM's global portfolio of some 14,000 patents and patent applications. Headquartered in Premstaetten/Graz (Austria) and Munich (Germany), the group achieved EUR 3.6 billion revenues in 2023. 

The company uses ams.com as the domain for its official website. This concise and memorable domain effectively reflects the core elements of the company’s brand and enhances brand recognition.

Power Integrations（power.com）

Power Integrations, Inc., is a leading innovator in semiconductor technologies for high-voltage power conversion. Products are key building blocks in the clean-power ecosystem, enabling the generation of renewable energy as well as the efficient transmission and consumption of power in a vast range of applications including appliances, mobile devices, computers and countless industrial applications.

Energy-saving technologies such as PowiGaN™ gallium-nitride technology and EcoSmart™ energy-efficiency technology prevent billions of kilowatt-hours of energy waste each year, while the highly integrated chips save billions of electronic components each year. Reflecting the environmental benefits of products, Power Integrations' stock is a component of clean-technology stock indices sponsored by  Cleantech Group LLC and Clean Edge, and Green Room provides a comprehensive guide to energy-efficiency standards around the world.

Besides owning the domain power.com, the company also registered powerint.cn.

ST（ST.com）

ST is creators and makers of semiconductor technologies. ST works with customers and partners to design and build products, solutions, and ecosystems that address their challenges and opportunities, and the need to support a more sustainable world.

The company directly uses its name as its domain, making it straightforward and clear. Along with the domain ST.com, it also registered st.com.cn, stmicroelectronics.cn, and stmicroelectronics.com.cn.

TI（Ti.com）

TI is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures, tests and sells analog and embedded processing chips. TI's approximately 80,000 products help over 100,000 customers efficiently manage power, accurately sense and transmit data and provide the core control or processing in their designs, going into markets such as industrial, automotive, personal electronics, communications equipment and enterprise systems. 

TI were pioneers in the transition of the world from vacuum tubes to transistors and then to integrated circuits – and TI has been advancing semiconductor technology for decades. Each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make technology smaller, more efficient, more reliable and more affordable – making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. 

The company uses its name as its official website domain, which effectively enhances brand recognition and authority. This domain choice also helps achieve higher rankings in search engine optimization (SEO), further expanding its influence in the global market. In addition to owning the domain Ti.com, the company also registered Ti.com.cn.

Summary of ChargerLAB

ChargerLAB consulted well-known domain name investment experts, who offered their insights on domain name investment, planning, and protection for companies.

The shorter the domain name, the better. In the absence of special circumstances, it is preferable to choose the top-level domain .com. This is because the .com domain name originates from the English word “commercial,” indicating its original intent for registration by commercial organizations. Therefore, .com domains are favored by many business companies worldwide. Additionally, .com is one of the earliest top-level domains and accounts for a significant market share among all registered domain names globally. The .com domain is the most common and popular top-level domain, with no geographical or linguistic restrictions, making it the universal choice for global business.

A good domain name not only helps attract more traffic and clicks but is also easier to promote and remember. As website traffic increases, the brand effect of the domain name will gradually emerge, which is why some domain names are sold at exorbitant prices.