eBay and Former Executives Agree to Pay a Total of $56 Million to Settle Civil Lawsuit Over Harassment of Journalists

eBay has agreed to a settlement of about $56 million in a civil case over the 2019 harassment campaign against a journalist couple.

The deal includes payments from eBay and former executives, including ex-CEO Devin Wenig, as well as donations tied to the case.

The lawsuit stemmed from stalking and intimidation targeting Ina and David Steiner after critical coverage of eBay.

The settlement closes a high-profile case that raises fresh questions about corporate retaliation, internal controls, and press freedom.