eBay Aligns with PayPal to Drive Growth PayPal, one of the fastest-growing businesses for eBay, now accounts for around 27% of the companies overall value. PayPal recently rolled out some additional online and mobile payment options geared specifically for small businesses. PayPal Payments, a suite of payment offerings provides small businesses with multiple options to…

David Marcus Becomes President of PayPal David Marcus, PayPal’s vice president of mobile, is succeeding Scott Thompson to take the role of President at PayPal. Marcus’ leadership will help PayPal continue to expand its mobile reach and reach new territory. eBay president and CEO, John Donahoe said, “David has made his mark since joining PayPal…

eBay to Sell Rent.com Website To Primedia‎ eBay is selling off one of its properties as the online retailer continues to focus on building its mobile commerce platform. Primedia, a renter resource for apartment and rental home information and listings, is buying Rent.com. eBay Inc. has entered into an agreement to divest Rent.com because it…

PayPal Makes Shopping on the Go Even Easier in Singapore PayPal just launched a pilot in Singapore’s subway stations for commuters to buy goods while commuting. Commuters can make purchases by using their smartphone to scan a QR code on a billboard or poster and paying through PayPal. The experiment, offering Valentine’s Day gifts at…

eBay Launches Celebrity Auctions eBay Celebrity launched this week, allowing fans to join their favorite celebrites in supporting important causes. Fans can purchase exclusive items directly from celebrities with the proceeds going to the celebrity’s charity of choice. This site is the perfect destination for fans wanting to get their hands on concert tickets and…

eBay UK Prepares for Biggest Shopping Day of the Year
eBay UK predicts that its busiest trading day across its web and mobile platforms will be on Sunday December 4, a day that it’s referring to as ‘Super Sunday’. Angus McCarey, Retail Director for eBay UK, exclaimed “this will be another record-breaking “Super Sunday” for eBay UK with sales volumes around six times as high as on an average Sunday in September. The prediction states 30 gifts purchased every second and items bought on smartphones will also double from last year with approximately two items bought every second. [via The Next Web]

New eBay Shopping Cart Shopping on eBay has become even simpler using the new eBay Shopping Cart. With the shopping cart, browsing items, comparing prices and taking all of your items through one checkout session has never been easier. The eBay Shopping Cart team has also created a comprehensive FAQ to educate shoppers, which you…

eBay Q3 2011 Earnings
eBay Inc. reported this week that revenue for Q3FY11, increased 32% to $3.0 billion, compared to the same period of 2010. The year-over-year increase in third quarter GAAP and non-GAAP earnings per diluted share was driven primarily by solid top-line growth, partially offset by continued investment in key strategic initiatives and the impact of acquisitions. For more information you can access the full Q3 eBay earnings announcement. [via eBay Ink]

eBay’s CEO Reflects on the Passing of Industry Leader, Steve Jobs
In a brief statement CEO, John Donahoe says ““Steve understood the power of technology to enrich our lives in simple, elegant ways. His impact on consumers all over the world is apparent wherever one goes. Without a doubt we have lost the greatest innovator of our time.” [via eBay Ink]

eBay “Makes It Pink” for October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month
eBay Giving Works is running it’s 8th annual Breast Cancer Awareness Month “Make It Pink” campaign, raising money for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The fundraising campaign includes sales of special items and fantasy experiences to benefit breast cancer research and programs, plus basic eBay fee credits to sellers who wish to donate from 1 percent to 100 percent of an item’s sale price to Komen. Also, On Oct. 8, eBay sellers and buyers can donate $1 or more directly to Komen through the Donate Now feature–no purchase necessary. [via eBay Ink]