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eBay Watch: Safe Shop Search, RedTag.com on Tap
[July 23, 2008] Security firm offers tool that vets e-tailers during search process, uBid announces fixed-price site to launch next month and iPhones continue to ring the virtual cash register.

Review: Using inkFrog Auction Tools for Princely eBay Profits
[July 21, 2008] Third-party platform inkFrog integrates with eBay to help you list, showcase and manage your sales so you can leap ahead of the competition.

eBay Reports Strong Profit, But Outlook Bleak
[July 17, 2008] eBay reports double-digit profit for second quarter, but shares fall due to tepid forecast for the current quarter.

eBay Watch: iPhone Apps, Free eBay Alternative
[July 16, 2008] EBay delays mandatory shipping specifications and apps for the new iPhone debut. Plus, we take a look at the free eBay alternative selling site, Flippid.com.

Power Sellers Say Bye-Bye to eBay Over Buy.com Deal
[July 14, 2008] A secret deal allowing Buy.com to list at eBay without paying fees spurs sellers to sail to Amazon. Plus, eBay reverses stance on controversial neutral feedback policy.

eBay Watch: Selling Tools for Alternative eBay Sites
[July 9, 2008] EBay responds to its loss in the LVMH case, Gmail users get phishing protection and eProvider offers eBay integration. Plus, a price comparison widget and mobile commerce tools grab headlines.

eBay Watch: Agreements, Visibility and Trust Top the News
[July 2, 2008] EBay updates its User Agreement, offers a deal on the International Site Visibility listing upgrade, and eBay and TRUSTe partner for the eBay Developers Program.

LVMH Wins Compensation from eBay in Counterfeit Case
[June 30, 2008] France plays hardball and slaps eBay with a stiff penalty for allowing the sale of illegitimate goods.

eBay Watch: Fab Fifteen for Profits Off eBay
[June 25, 2008] Whether or not you're leaving eBay, it always makes good business sense to explore — and expand — into other online marketplaces. We give you 15 to check out.

eBay Live 2008: All the Buzz that's Fit to Print
[June 23, 2008] Read on for a summary of hot topics debated at the event as well as news on fee changes coming soon, detail seller rating compromises, and listing and item updates.

eBay Live 2008: Little on News, Big on Business
[June 20, 2008] The keynote at eBay Live 2008 showed the softer side of CEO Donahoe, but drove home the news that Detailed Seller Ratings are here to stay.

eBay Live 2008 Kicks Off in Chicago
[June 19, 2008] Sellers congregate in the Windy City to network and learn how to sharpen their strategies as PayPal announces improved seller and buyer protection plans.

eBay Live 2008: Can't We All Just Get Along?
[June 18, 2008] During a divisive year for the eBay community, the faithful and management come together in Chicago for the annual conference.

eBay Watch: iPhone Sales, Listing and ProStores Updates
[June 18, 2008] EBay bans Apple iPhone 3G pre-sales, more flexibility for multiple quantity listings and new PixelMill ProStores templates launched. Plus, we highlight a new shipping service for sellers, and offer shipping news and surveys.

eBay Watch: Feedback Frenzy, iPhone Apps, Free Ad Site
[June 11, 2008] Third-party sites emerge to cover eBay feedback, a new iPhone application and a review of a community-based, free classifieds site.

eBay Watch: Picture Service, Pick-Up Stores, Free Ads
[June 4, 2008] EBay updates its Picture Service, Wal-Mart offers free online classifieds, Vuurve offers same-day pick-up stores, BidJit.com launches and how to transfer your listings to iOffer.

eBay Watch: Fee Calculator, Interactive Pricing Guide, Bye Bidville
[May 28, 2008] Why neutral feedback isn't so neutral, Bidville.com goes bye-bye, a new online flyer ad site and an interactive pricing guide for sellers. Plus, we try out a new auction fee calculator.

Microsoft's Cashback Plan for Live Search Purchases
[May 23, 2008] Microsoft's Live Search cashback pays cash rebates to customers who find and buy products using the software giant's search service.

New Service Promises to Restore Seller Reputations
[May 21, 2008] On the heels of eBay's divisive feedback changes, we test out a new Web-based service designed to help sellers reclaim their reputation when a dispute arises.

eBay Watch: Video Links In, Multiple Listing Limit is Out
[May 21, 2008] EBay to allow video and photo links, a new Choice Policy means lower fees for some listings and the Multiple Listings Limit Policy gets dumped. Plus, the city hosting the largest eBay gathering of the year sues the auction giant's ticket company.

Storefront Service IRUN Integrates with eBay
[May 14, 2008] Merchants who want to run their own Web shop in addition to selling on eBay should take a look at IRUN, a full-featured hosted Web site builder.

eBay Watch: Feedback Updates, New Shipping Rules
[May 14, 2008] EBay (again) clarifies changes to the feedback system, the auction giant opens the doors to its Playground and new shipping requirements are announced.

Vendio Lifts the Veil on eBay Competitor Strategy
[May 13, 2008] Vendio's Competitive Seller Research tool lets eBay vendors scope out top sellers' secrets to success.

eBay Watch: Spring Discounts, Mobile Selling Tools
[May 8, 2008] The auction giant offers seller savings with Spring promotions, drops eBay Live for 2009, tests buyer rewards. Plus, cell phone selling tools.