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IPWatchdog.com Exclusive Interview: Superstar CAFC Advocate Don DunnerIPWatchdog.comWe did, however, go in depth discussing eBay v. MercExchange, the dynmic between the Supreme Court and the Federal Circuit, how he approaches appeals generally and specifically blow-by-blow and which Federal Circuit Judges ask the toughest questions. …and more » More: continued here

eBay Inc Earnings Preview: Guidance May DisappointValueWalkeBay is scheduled to release its next earnings report on Wednesday after closing bell, and analysts are expecting earnings of 50 cents per share and revenue of $2.32 billion. The online auction firm has been conducting a share repurchase program that … More: continued here

I’ve bought and sold items on eBay since the mid-1990s. During that period of time I’ve learned the online auction house can be a very odd place, given that you can sell almost anything you want. Here’s a list of some of eBay’s strangest auctions. Girlfriends: Some girls auctioned their services as “imaginary girlfriends” who…

Belle River sits on a lake and is obviously named after a river, but in this small Ontario town it’s a bay that gets the most usage from the locals. EBay, that is. More: continued here

Selling old gadgets: Buy back services comparedCNETWhile eBay and Craigslist are good ways to find a new home for an old gadget, it requires some effort on the seller's part. Deciding on a competitive price, weighing offers, and either shipping it off yourself or agreeing on a place to meet your buyer …and more » More:…