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eBay shares receive Paypal boost

Shares in eBay jump almost 8% after the online auction site's Paypal unit said its revenues would double by 2013.

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eBay Finds It Hard To Topple Alibaba In China

The online auctioneer views partnerships as the best way to generate business in China.

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How to protect yourself when selling online

Criminals are more adept at using the information on the Internet to commit crimes. “We don’t need to be scared or frightened, but we have to use common sense," says one expert.

Senh: Sound advice. If you're selling large items like a big screen TV, then only show it in the garage and don't let them in the house, not even to use the restroom. The point is not to let strangers into your house no matter what. Also, let them know that a lot of people will be there. If you take pictures of an item - for instance, a car - then make sure the license plate or your house number is not viewable in the picture. If you can, meet in a public place with a lot of people and security. The article mentions a bank is one of the most secure places you meet at because there's security and video cameras. Also, don't give out your phone number. If you call them, use caller ID block. Great article.

Comic of Superman debut fetches $1.5M

The comic debut of Superman has sold for an out-of-this-world price. The copy of Action Comics No. 1 from 1938, which features the first appearance of the "Man of Steel" was bought by an undisclosed buyer for a record $1.5 million Monday on the online auction site ComicConnect.com.

Rare Nintendo game sells on ebay for $40,000

It's thought to be one of only two shrinkwrapped copies of the game still in existence.

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One of the Largest eBay Scams Finally Comes to an End

After a three year investigation and countless complaints, a south Florida man will spend 5 1/2 years behind bars for running one of the largest eBay scams in the history of eBay. The details of the massive operation include, hundreds of auction accounts, multiple identities and constantly changing PO Boxes.

EBay's Profit Soars with Skype Sale

EBay's profit nearly quadrupled on strength in PayPal and the core marketplace business as well as a $1.4 billion gain from the selling a majority stake in Skype.