What Influence Did Icahn Have on eBay PayPal Split?

The transcript discusses the potential split of PayPal from eBay, driven by investor pressure and Carl Icahn's activism. It highlights the changing landscape of electronic payments with new competitors like Apple and Stripe. Despite increased competition, PayPal remains a strong market player, benefiting from its association with eBay. The discussion also covers PayPal's prospects as a standalone company in a globally competitive market.

What are the main arguments for splitting PayPal from eBay?

How has Carl Icahn influenced the discussion around PayPal?

What changes have occurred in the electronic payments business recently?

How does the competition from companies like Stripe affect PayPal?

In what ways could being a separate company benefit PayPal?