EBay developing software it could use to run Skype if it can't resolve tech licensing disputeJuly 31st, 2009 EBay working on alternative software for SkypeSAN FRANCISCO — EBay Inc. is developing software it might use to continue running the online telecommunications service Skype if it cannot resolve a legal dispute with a separate company run by the service's founders.
Company owned by Skype founders files copyright lawsuit that could throw wrench in Skype saleSeptember 16th, 2009 Skype founders file lawsuit against eBaySAN FRANCISCO — A company owned by the founders of Skype has filed a copyright infringement suit against the Internet phone service and parent eBay Inc. — an action that could crimp eBay's plans to sell Skype for about $2 billion to a group of private investors.
General Motors' partnership with eBay to sell new cars through Calif. dealers set to endSeptember 30th, 2009 GM's trial program selling cars on eBay set to endDETROIT — General Motors says it's ending a trial program that put new cars for sale in California on eBay as it shifts its focus to national marketing efforts. GM spokesman John McDonald said the trial was slated to end Wednesday, after a run of about six weeks.
EBay announces Skype spin-off planApril 15th, 2009 SAN FRANCISCO - Online auction house eBay said Tuesday that it plans to spin off its online telephony business Skype via an initial public offering by the middle of next year. The announcement was seen as an admission by the auction powerhouse that its $2.6-billion purchase of Skype in 2005 had not worked out as expected.
Ex-Tesco employee becomes Britain's first eBay millionaireMarch 16th, 2009 LONDON - A former Tesco employee has become Britain's first eBay millionaire. Mark Radcliffe has made the fortune by selling electrical gadgets like iPod holders and remote control toys for less than 15 pounds.
UK Advertising Authority bans eBay for being Oversmart about discounts claims, which apparently they weren't!April 22nd, 2009 UK agency bans eBay ad claiming 25 pct discounts
LONDON — Britain's advertising watchdog has told eBay to stop claiming that it offers new goods 25 percent below store prices. The Advertising Standards Authority said Wednesday that eBay's poster implied that shoppers could buy anything at that discount from store prices.
Bid on eBay for a whole hotel in Denver for New Year's EveOctober 5th, 2009 Bid on eBay for a Denver hotel for New Year's EveDENVER — The Curtis Hotel in Denver is putting itself up for auction on eBay for New Year's Eve. The winning bidder gets 330 rooms, the grand ballroom, live music, champagne, caviar, dinner, breakfast and of course all the staff to pull off a once-in-a-lifetime party.
EBay Skype to sell stake in Skype for $1.9 billion in cashSeptember 1st, 2009 EBay Skype to sell stake in SkypeSAN JOSE, Calif. — EBay Inc.
French court rules against eBay for counterfeiting, orders damages paid to luxury group LVMHSeptember 18th, 2009 French court rules against eBay for counterfeitingPARIS — A French court has found eBay responsible for brand counterfeiting and ordered the online marketplace operator to pay the luxury group LVMH euro80,000 ($118,000) compensation for damages caused to famous perfume brands like Christian Dior and Kenzo. The Paris-based LVMH SA conglomerate had sued eBay Inc., accusing the San Jose, Calif.-based company of using its brands as keywords in Internet searches.
Men accused of stealing merchandise from upscale Ohio cookware factory, selling items on eBayJune 17th, 2009 Factory workers charged in costly cookware theftPERRYSBURG, Ohio — Three Ohio men are accused of stealing merchandise from the gourmet cookware plant where they worked and selling the pricey pots and pans on eBay. Police Detective Sgt.
EBay to let users list up to 5 auction items per month with no listing feeMay 12th, 2009 EBay cuts auction listing fees for casual sellersNEW YORK — The online marketplace eBay is eliminating some upfront fees to attract more sellers who occasionally auction off items. San Jose, Calif.-based eBay Inc.
Penske Truck Leasing to begin selling used commercial trucks on eBay MotorsAugust 19th, 2009 Penske Truck Leasing to sell used trucks on eBayREADING, Pa. — Penske Truck Leasing Co.
EBay wins approval for acquisition of South Korea's online marketplace GmarketApril 23rd, 2009 EBay wins approval for South Korean acquisitionSEOUL, South Korea — Ebay Inc. has won regulatory approval to acquire online marketplace Gmarket, South Korea's antitrust watchdog said Thursday.
US mom tries to sell baby naming rights for fifth time on eBay!August 19th, 2009 WASHINGTON - An unemployed Arkansas woman, who was thwarted every time she tried to sell the naming rights to her seventh child on eBay, is hoping that her fifth attempt will bring her success. Lavonne Drummond, 36, revealed that her fourth bidding hit 26,100 dollars before eBay removed it on August 17, which was considerably more than the 15,000 dollars she lost when eBay shut down her first auction because the company ruled the mother of six was soliciting donations.
Wikipedia organization gets $2M commitment from investment group started by eBay founderAugust 25th, 2009 EBay founder's group commits $2M to WikipediaNEW YORK — The organization behind Wikipedia is getting a $2 million commitment from a philanthropic investment group started by eBay founder Pierre Omidyar. Omidyar Network's grant over two years will support Wikimedia Foundation's key goals of bringing free educational content to people around the world and of supporting more people to help create that content.
Niklas Zennstrom and Janus Friis, who sold Skype to eBay four years ago for $2.6 billion, wants to buy them back. Yeah, weird may it sound but that is what is buzzing around in the technology world right now. Skype, with each passing phase has evolved appreciatively. Millions of people have loved it and there is no reason why it can not stand alone and survive. On the other hand, I feel its a pity not to have been thought like that yet. New eBay CEO John Donahue has seemed to imply that he is willing to sell the calling service, referring to it as a "great stand-alone business."
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