Are eBay and Skype a good fit?

Are eBay and Skype a good fit? | InfoWorld | News | 2005-09-08 | By John Blau, IDG News Service

Numerous industry experts are trying to answer that question after learning Thursday that eBay, the undisputed leader in online auction services, is reportedly in talks to acquire Skype Technologies, one of the world’s largest providers of free VoIP (voice over Internet Protocol) services.

Now that would be an interesting combiantion. I would see few economies of scale, but there could be some cross-selling. Also this might allow Skype to remain independent and nimble. If this is a business investment for eBay it could be a good deal, but if they try to integrate the two companies, it could be a recipe for disaster.

8 September, 2005 |

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