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EBay Watch 2008: The Year in Review
[December 31, 2008] A look back at the many policy and platform changes in 2008 that set the stage for eBay in 2009.

Q4 Online Sales: It Was the Best of Times, the Worst of Times
[December 24, 2008] With fewer days from Thanksgiving to Christmas, shortened holiday season sees total spending down from last year despite last-minute shopping surge.

Will Microsoft's "Kumo" Replace Live Search?
[December 19, 2008] Microsoft may rebrand Live Search with a new trademark, Kumo, but so far the company isn't talking.

Google AdWords Editor 7.0 Goes Live
[December 19, 2008] Just two months after version 6.5 was released, AdWords Editor 7.0 debuts with seven new features.

Online Coupons Making Holiday Shopping Merry
[December 18, 2008] Recent research from Hitwise shows that Internet shoppers this year are using online coupons more than comparison shopping engines.

Yahoo Web Analytics: What's the Verdict?
[December 16, 2008] Small online store owners tell us what they like and don't like about Yahoo's new analytics service.

Online Ad Network PremiumChannels Nets Niche Viewers
[December 9, 2008] Premium Network, Inc. today launched PremiumChannels.com, an ad network service that can target niche audiences and customize interactive marketing campaigns for your e-commerce site.

Online Shopping Sales Holding Steady
[December 8, 2008] Early report states that online shopping figures this holiday season are on par with last year's stats. So far.

Biggest Online Sales Day Near, Hot Google Gift Searches
[December 5, 2008] One industry watcher predicts that the biggest online sales day of the year is almost here, so get ready. Plus, the most-wanted gifts on Google. Can you say, "sweater boots?"

PayPal's SMS Security Key
[December 5, 2008] PayPal customers can now use their cell phones to authenticate their transactions through a new service that lets customers use SMS messaging.

PowerReviews Express: Affordable Customer Reviews
[December 1, 2008] PowerReviews launches enterprise-quality customer-review application designed — and priced — for small e-commerce sites.

osCommerce is Dead: Long Live the NEW osCommerce Project
[November 25, 2008] After eight long years with no final product in sight and no visible development activity, a splinter group of osCommerce programmers has left the dormant project and officially formed a new osCommerce project.

E-Commerce: Hot Products, Online Marketing Trends
[November 21, 2008] While you'd expect that the Wii and Apple iPod Touch are hot products this year, some other in-demand items may surprise you. (Note to self: Stock up on KitchenAid mixers.) Plus, see what your competitors are doing to market their sites for the fourth-quarter.

E-Commerce Cyber Monday Marketing Care Package
[November 20, 2008] Get ready for Cyber Monday with our care package for e-commerce businesses that includes marketing tips, eBay specific strategies and resources for ensuring maximum site performance and optimal customer service.

PayPal Opens Overseas Selling Site for Small E-Tailers
[November 18, 2008] PayPal's Global Selling Guide, which launched today, has information on the holiday customs of 17 nations and tips on a variety of topics including shipping, payments, customs and tax considerations.

eBiz Briefs: Geo-Targeting Online Ad Campaigns
[November 14, 2008] A recent study says that online bargain hunting through social networking sites is increasing, and reports recommend geo-targeting pay-per-click campaigns to maximize sales. Plus, what's making headlines in Web hosting news.

eBay and Alternative Site News, Tools and Trends
[November 12, 2008] This week we take a look at phpAuction XL Premium 4.0 features, bidCal — a free calendar alert tool for eBay and Auctiva's BuyShield widget. Plus, find out what items you should be stocking in your eBay or alternative Web storefront to cash in on Holiday 2008 sales.

eBay Glitches to Cause Grinchy Holiday Selling Season?
[November 7, 2008] EBay insider Ina Steiner explains why eBayers are scrambling to optimize their listings with limited information about Best Match criteria and historic sales data — less than ideal conditions as we head into the holiday shopping season.

Doing Business on eBay Alternative for a Buck a Month
[November 5, 2008] Online vendors listing on The SOC Exchange pay just one dollar a month or $10 a year to sell, with no other fees. Plus, eBay security updates.

Tracking Ad Success in the New Era
[October 31, 2008] How do we measure whether ads worked or failed when it comes to video, social media or peer-to-peer networks? A lot's riding on the answer.

eBiz Briefs: Selling Overseas, Digital Media Management
[October 31, 2008] New e-commerce services make it easier to go global and cash in on photos and music, plus we have click fraud stats for Q3. And, our pick for most creative online coupon: "The Alcoholic Bailout Package." Cheers.

eBay: Cool Competitors, Antique Aid, Hot Holiday Gifts
[October 29, 2008] Get a sneak peek of eBay competitor 4Sale4Now, opening Saturday, iTaggit helps antique sellers and we introduce our new eBay and Auction Alternatives Dictionary. Plus, eBay's list of "Most Prized, Despised" gifts on wish lists this year.

Google Analytics Upgrade: Detailed Reports, AdSense Support
[October 28, 2008] Online sellers can ring in 2009 with more ROI by using new enterprise-level features aimed at providing more detailed reports. Plus, you get AdSense integration.

eBiz Briefs: Google's Holiday Tips, Amazon's Redesign
[October 24, 2008] This week in e-commerce news, Google's holiday selling strategy site launches and Amazon Associates gets a makeover. Plus, landing page optimization tips.