Wigix adds Storefronts, seeking to lure away eBay sellers
Poor eBay hasn’t had much luck lately. Even as its PayPal arm has done fairly well, the auction business that it’s known for has suffered, leading to a smoldering rebellion among sellers and a recent 10 percent work force cut. A new rival called Wigix wants to capitalize on those troubles, with a newly added feature intended to steal sellers directly away from eBay.
Wigix emerged in April offering standardized listings for common items and lower… Continue Reading
Wigix wants to kill eBay
Ever gone to eBay in search of something — an iPod, say — and had to comb through an endless array of half-literate, confusing and possibly inaccurate listings?
Or perhaps you’re a seller on eBay, and angry at its policies?
Either way, Wigix, the “Want it, got it Xchange,” hopes you’re annoyed enough to switch. The company, which launches today, offers an online marketplace modeled on stock exchanges, aimed at reducing inefficiences.
When an item is listed… Continue Reading