Former U.S. Cybersecurity Expert to Join eBay

Former U.S. cybersecurity czar Howard Schmidt is heading to eBay, (Quote, Company Info) in a move that signals the auction giant’s interest in clamping down on online fraud.

eBay spokesman Chris Donlay confirmed that Schmidt will help protect eBay’s electronic infrastructure, serving as its vice president for security. The news comes less than two weeks after widespread reports that he might leave the government post.

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