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Auction (Dutch, English, dynamic)

A competitive sale format where buyers bid to set the price, run as English (ascending), Dutch (descending), or dynamic timed auctions.

Published on June 30, 2025By Namefi Team
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Auctions are competitive bidding processes used to determine market price and sell domains. English auctions start with a low price and bidders compete by raising bids until only one remains—common on platforms like eBay. Dutch auctions start with a high price that gradually decreases until someone accepts—ensuring quick sales at market-clearing prices. Dynamic auctions adjust their mechanics based on demand, participation, or other factors.

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