Domain hacks using unusual Unicode characters draw attention on Hacker News

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A 2018 post showcasing domain names that use unusual Unicode characters was shared on Hacker News. The linked page presents these internationalized domains, which combine special symbols with domain endings. The submission received 6 points and 2 comments from readers. The article text provided is limited to the link and engagement metrics, so further details about the specific domains and their creator are not available.

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