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Sell Your Wife By Internet Auction

— May 6, 2007 — Unique
In an effort to get himself out of financial hardship, a man living in Brazil decided to sell his wife. He wrote up an ad and posted it on a popular website, offering her for the approximate price of $55. It took a while, but the government finally caught wind of the advertisement and promptly ordered that the ad be removed from the Internet auction site.

Another man claiming to have been banned by eBay has set up a site of his own with the express purpose of selling his wife as well. After being married for 23 years, he's ready to sell his wife, Petra. He claims that their relationship isn't what it used to be and he's tired of her complaining when he looks at younger women or comes home drunk.
Trend Themes
1. Online Spousal Auctions - The trend of online spousal auctions may continue to rise as individuals seek unconventional ways of solving their financial problems.
2. Controversial Online Marketplaces - Controversial online marketplaces may gain popularity as people become more willing to explore unconventional buying and selling options.
3. Ethical Concerns in Online Commerce - The rise of online commerce, including the sale of human beings, has raised ethical concerns and highlighted the need for regulatory interventions that support the welfare of all participants.
Industry Implications
1. E-commerce - E-commerce sites that offer an open platform for various products, including human beings, may need to find ways to regulate and monitor submissions to comply with ethical guidelines.
2. Regulation and Compliance - As online marketplaces provide a platform for unconventional buying and selling options, regulators have an opportunity to create compliance policies that ensure ethical practices are maintained.
3. Human Rights and Advocacy - With the rise of online commerce that includes the sale of human beings, human rights organizations and advocacy groups have an opportunity to raise awareness and protect the rights and dignity of people involved in these transactions.
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