Why eBay Should Ignore GameStop and Use Bitcoin to Save $1.2 Billion in Transaction Costs
eBay faces Ryan Cohen's $55.5 billion GameStop takeover bid, but adopting Bitcoin Lightning payments offers a superior alternative. The platform could slash transaction costs by 50%, saving $1.2 billion annually on its $80 billion merchandise volume. This approach avoids debt, empowers sellers, and restructures economics without corporate leverage, positioning eBay for sustainable growth independent of speculative acquisition schemes.
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