Webmasters and security experts must deal with yet another vulnerability affecting a popular open-source software. Named Covert Redirect, it affects authentication software OpenID and authorization software OAuth, making visitors to websites vulnerable to phishing attacks that try to trick users Read more
Google acquired a UK company called Rangespan that brings suppliers and retailers together and could help it provide more accurate product data in Google Shopping. Industry observers pondered whether the acquisition was a move closer to Google launching a marketplace Read more
Rakuten’s Global Market is the latest marketplace to sign on to Alipay. The move will allow Chinese users who previously did not have international payment methods to purchase items on Rakuten Global Market. The release will start with roughly 250 Read more
Amazon launched a new micro specialty site to sell wearable technology, the latest fad in high tech gadgets. Products include devices such as activity trackers, smart watches and wearable cameras. An Amazon spokesperson said the new “store” features the largest Read more
eBay will pay restitution to the state of California as part of a settlement reached with the state and with the U.S. Department of Justice in a “no poach” hiring lawsuit. U.S. Assistant Attorney General Bill Baer had harsh words Read more
eBay is using its eBay Bucks loyalty program to promote its Bill Me Later (BML) service that lets shoppers finance their purchases. “Earn an extra $10 in eBay Bucks on your first Bill Me Later purchase,” eBay heralded in an Read more
PayPal wants you to think of it as pioneer and has launched a new “brand identity” complete with new logo and television ads. But observers could be forgiven for thinking PayPal is trying to keep up with rival startup Square. Read more
The day after eBay CEO John Donahoe revealed that auctions were down 9% in the first quarter, the company announced fee changes designed to revive them. eBay is basically forcing lower-volume sellers in certain popular categories such as collectibles and Read more
Terapeak has added new features to its research tool for eBay and Amazon sellers that offer a greater degree of personalization. Search Manager and Bulk Research are immediately available for all users of Terapeak for eBay and Terapeak for Amazon, Read more
As part of its push to grow international and cross-border sales, eBay has added Brazil to the list of countries supported by its Global Shipping Program (GSP). While meant to provide a worry-free, easy way for U.S.-based sellers to reach Read more
