Is Rook Analytics Metapredict?

RookAnalytics.com was mentioned in a comment on my Metapredict post (essential reading for anyone who has ever bought a domain name). Basically, they are a company that swipes peoples’ domain names right after they are searched for. They also do business as Ultrarpm.

Here is what the home page of RookAnalytics.com says:

Rook Analytics is a next generation, predictive data analysis company. Rook Analytics seeks to use its proprietary algorithms to identify and create higher ROI online marketing opportunities.

We cater to large volume customers who value hands on service. To be considered as a potential client, please contact us with your anticipated volume, and any special needs you may have. Someone will respond to you soon.

It’s similar wording to Ultrarpm.com’s Web site:

UltraRPM is a next generation, predictive data analysis company. UltraRPM seeks to use its proprietary algorithms to identify and create higher ROI online marketing opportunities.

Read more about domaining and the end of domain tasting.

UPDATE: I found a domain registered by Rook Analytics and it looks like they are based in Germany? I think this is just the tip of the iceberg.

Registrant:
Rook Analytics
Feringastr. 6
85774 Unterfoehring
Germany
+49 (0) 89 99216 476 (v)
+49 (0) 89 99216 170 (f)

Domain Name: unicief.com
Created on: 2007-12-04 12:21:49
Expires on: 2008-12-04 12:21:49

Administrative Contact:
Administrator, Domain
Rook Analytics
Feringastr. 6
85774 Unterfoehring
Germany
+49 (0) 89 99216 476 (v)
+49 (0) 89 99216 170 (f)

Technical Contact:
Administrator, Domain
Rook Analytics
Feringastr. 6
85774 Unterfoehring
Germany
+49 (0) 89 99216 476 (v)
+49 (0) 89 99216 170 (f)

Domain servers in listed order:
SK.S1.NS1.NS178.CNOMY.COM
SK.S1.NS2.NS178.CNOMY.COM

The email address in the registration info is admin@rookanalytics.com so it appears to be the same company.

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