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Amazon is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Seattle, US. The company not only focuses on e-commerce but also offers digital streaming services (Prime Video), cloud computing, as well as artificial intelligence. It was founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos and later went public in 1997. It started off by selling music and videos in 1998 as well as started acquiring online booksellers in Germany and the UK. In 2002, the company launched Amazon Web Services. It later introduced the Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Music, and also acquired IMDb and the Whole Foods Market. Amazon also produces consumer electronic products like Kindle e-reader, Fire TV and tablets, and Echo and Alexa devices.

10 Jul 2025
Technology

36,000 fake Amazon sites, 75,000 texts—AI-driven scams continue to surge

As Amazon's Prime Day 2025 nears, a new study by cybersecurity firm McAfee has revealed a worrying spike in fraud attempts related to the event.

10 Jul 2025
Anthropic

Amazon weighs another multibillion-dollar bet on AI firm Anthropic

Amazon is reportedly considering another multibillion-dollar investment in the artificial intelligence (AI) firm Anthropic.

10 Jul 2025
Bengaluru

Amazon launches 10‑minute delivery service in Delhi

Amazon has launched its 10-minute delivery service, Amazon Now, in select areas of Delhi. The move comes after a successful debut in Bengaluru.

07 Jul 2025
Bengaluru

You can now order from Amazon Now in Delhi

Amazon has expanded its quick commerce service, Amazon Now, to select areas of Delhi.

03 Jul 2025
Technology

Freevee, Amazon's free streaming platform, is shutting down in August 

Amazon has announced plans to shut down its standalone Freevee app by August 2025.

02 Jul 2025
Jeff Bezos

Jeff Bezos just sold $737M worth of Amazon stock

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has sold over 3.3 million shares of his company in a deal worth nearly $737 million.

02 Jul 2025
Robots

Amazon just deployed its one‑millionth robot

Amazon has announced a major milestone in its automation journey, with the deployment of its one millionth robot.

01 Jul 2025
Andy Jassy

Amazon CEO says AI will eliminate some human Jobs

Amazon's CEO Andy Jassy has said that artificial intelligence (AI) will change how companies work and lead to fewer people being required for some jobs.

01 Jul 2025
Netflix

After 'You,' Penn Badgley books romcom with Meghann Fahy

Hollywood actors Penn Badgley and Meghann Fahy are set to star in the upcoming romantic comedy You Deserve Each Other.

30 Jun 2025
United States of America

Amazon accused of 'systemic discrimination' by disabled employees in US

A group of over 200 disabled corporate employees at Amazon has accused the company of "systemic discrimination."

Starlink and Amazon Kuiper sign first commercial deals in India

Elon Musk-led Starlink and Jeff Bezos-backed Amazon Kuiper have signed their first commercial agreements with Indian Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) players.

30 Jun 2025
Delhi

Behind-the-scene: You can now see how Amazon processes your orders

Amazon has announced plans to open its fulfillment centers (FCs) in India for public tours.

28 Jun 2025
COVID-19

Future Group case: Singapore arbitration body rules in Amazon's favor

The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) has ruled in favor of Amazon in its ongoing legal dispute with Kishore Biyani-led Future Group.

26 Jun 2025
Business

Amazon's anti-counterfeit team helped company secure over $180M in penalties

Amazon's Counterfeit Crimes Unit (CCU) has helped the company secure over $180 million in court-ordered penalties and 65 criminal convictions worldwide.

25 Jun 2025
Bill Gates

Who is planning Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's lavish wedding?

After nearly seven years of dating and a two-year-long engagement, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sanchez are finally getting married.

25 Jun 2025
Donald Trump

How activists forced Jeff Bezos to change wedding venue 

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his partner, former journalist Lauren Sanchez, have reportedly changed their wedding venue in Venice due to protests from local activists.

25 Jun 2025
Italy

Jeff-Lauren book entire Venice hotel; other guests kicked out

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his partner, Emmy-winning journalist Lauren Sanchez, are reportedly staying at the luxury Aman Venice hotel in Italy for their upcoming wedding.

25 Jun 2025
Anthropic

Anthropic's AI training deemed 'fair use' in landmark copyright ruling

Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company backed by Amazon and Alphabet, has won a major legal battle.

24 Jun 2025
George Clooney

Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sanchez's wedding: Venue, guests, dresses, and more

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos (61) and Emmy-winning journalist Lauren Sanchez (55) are gearing up for their much-anticipated nuptials. The couple got engaged in 2023 and have been planning a lavish wedding for quite some time.

24 Jun 2025
Bill Gates

Ahead of grand wedding, Jeff-Lauren's foam party pics go viral

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his fiancée, Lauren Sanchez, recently celebrated her son Evan's 19th birthday with a foam party on his $500 million mega yacht, Koru.

23 Jun 2025
Reliance Jio

Jio's latest Wi-Fi router for homes offers speeds of 6,000Mbps

Reliance Jio has expanded its JioHome product line with the launch of a new high-speed Wi-Fi 6 router for Indian consumers.

22 Jun 2025
Amazon India

You can now book a diagnostic test via Amazon

Amazon India has launched a new at-home diagnostics service called Amazon Diagnostics.

22 Jun 2025
United States of America

Fred Smith, founder of FedEx, passes away at 80

Fred Smith, the visionary who revolutionized the parcel delivery industry by founding FedEx Corp in 1971, has passed away at the age of 80.

21 Jun 2025
Amazon Kindle

Amazon Kindle's latest update makes it easier to read books

Amazon has released a major software update (version 5.18.3) for its latest Kindle models, including the Kindle Scribes, Colorsoft, and 11th and 12th generation basic Kindle and Paperwhite models.

Amazon CEO says AI will shrink workforce in coming years

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has hinted that the company's corporate workforce could be reduced in the coming years, owing to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI).

16 Jun 2025
Anurag Kashyap

'Nishaanchi': Anurag Kashyap returns with new gritty crime saga  

Amazon MGM Studios unveiled the release date for filmmaker Anurag Kashyap's upcoming film, Nishaanchi, on Monday. The gritty crime drama will hit theaters on September 19, 2025.

15 Jun 2025
Google

Amazon to invest $13B in Australian data centers by 2029

Amazon has announced a massive investment of A$20 billion (approximately $13 billion) in Australia from 2025 to 2029.

13 Jun 2025
Blinkit

Sanya Malhotra turns entrepreneur with matcha brand, Bree

Sanya Malhotra, the Dangal actor, has launched her own matcha brand named Bree in collaboration with Essenzaa Nutrition. The brand aims to tap into the growing health drink market in India.

13 Jun 2025
Technology

Stop using Anker PowerCore now—1.1M units recalled over fire risk

Anker, a leading tech company, has announced the recall of its PowerCore 10000 power bank (model A1263) due to a potential fire hazard.

13 Jun 2025
ChatGPT

Meta invests $14B in Scale AI to fuel AGI breakthrough

Meta has made a massive investment of $14.3 billion in Scale AI, acquring a 49% stake in the leading data labeling start-up.

12 Jun 2025
Lawsuits

Judge says Amazon must face lawsuit by indie audiobook authors

Amazon must face a lawsuit from independent authors who accuse the e-commerce giant of monopolizing the audiobook retail market and driving up their distribution costs, a federal judge has ruled.

11 Jun 2025
United Kingdom

'Kali Ma': Netizens call for boycotting Amazon over book cover

A controversy has erupted in India over the cover of a book by US author El T Fullah.

Amazon's humanoid robots will soon deliver your packages

Amazon is gearing up to test humanoid robots for package deliveries, according to a report by The Information.

03 Jun 2025
BLACKPINK

Why Labubu dolls are the hottest collectible you need now 

Labubu dolls, quirky and collectible plush toys with spiky teeth and mischievous smiles, have taken the world by storm.

Amazon strikes its first AI-content deal with New York Times

The New York Times has inked a deal with Amazon, allowing the tech giant to use its editorial content for training artificial intelligence (AI) models.

27 May 2025
Harry Potter

'James Bond' makers seek extension to defend 007 spy name

The owners of the iconic James Bond franchise have asked for more time to defend their trademark rights in Europe, reported The Guardian.

25 May 2025
Google

120,000 H-1B applications selected for FY2026; 27% down from FY2025

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that 120,141 H-1B visa applications have been selected for the fiscal year 2026.

24 May 2025
San Francisco

Why Amazon-owned Zoox has recalled its robotaxis in the US

Amazon-owned autonomous vehicle firm, Zoox, has announced its second voluntary recall in a month.

21 May 2025
iPhone

Amazon's drones will now deliver your iPhone in an hour

Amazon has expanded its drone delivery service in the US with a range of new products, including iPhones, AirPods, and thermometers.

17 May 2025
Android

How to optimize images on Amazon app and save data

Optimizing images on Amazon app for Android can save a lot of data. This way, you can keep your mobile plan in check.

17 May 2025
Technology

How to manage multiple Amazon accounts on a single device

Managing multiple Amazon accounts on a single Android device can be a tricky affair.

15 May 2025
Andy Jassy

Amazon cuts 100 jobs as it streamlines Alexa, hardware efforts

Amazon has laid off around 100 employees from its devices and services division.

14 May 2025
Microsoft

Microsoft fires 6,000 employees in its second biggest layoff round

In a major development, Microsoft has announced a massive layoff round affecting around 6,000 employees.

13 May 2025
Amazon Prime Video

Your movies on Prime Video won't be ad-free from June

Amazon has announced plans to introduce limited advertisements during shows and movies on Prime Video in India, starting June 17.

Amazon-backed supermarket chain More Retail eyeing ₹2,000cr IPO in 2026

More Retail, the Amazon and Samara Capital-backed supermarket chain, plans to raise around ₹2,000 crore through an IPO in 2026.

11 May 2025
Technology

Love shopping on Amazon? Try these tricks for better experience

Navigating through the Amazon app can feel overwhelming; it comes packed with an array of features and options.

10 May 2025
Technology

A 4-step guide to using coupons for shopping on Amazon

Amazon's Android app comes with a dedicated coupon section that can save a lot of money on your purchase.

10 May 2025
Android

Want to manage Amazon app notifications? These tips might help

Managing notifications on the Amazon app for Android can make your shopping experience a lot better by keeping you up-to-date without bombarding you with alerts.

07 May 2025
Robots

Amazon's latest robot can identify objects by touching them

Amazon has unveiled Vulcan, a robot with touch-sensing technology. The company calls it a "fundamental leap forward in robotics."

07 May 2025
Technology

Amazon's AI tool will generate code in real-time

Amazon is said to be developing a revolutionary tool named Kiro, one that could change the way we write software.

07 May 2025
Las Vegas

Amazon's Zoox recalls hundreds of robotaxis to fix critical flaw

Amazon's self-driving arm Zoox has issued a recall for 270 of its robotaxi cars.

06 May 2025
Blinkit

Are Indian companies ensuring safety of gig workers this summer?

As summer temperatures soar, India's gig economy is facing a major challenge.

05 May 2025
Technology

5 advanced search filters that make shopping on Amazon easier

If you are an avid Amazon user, you surely love the company's advanced search filters on Android devices.

04 May 2025
Technology

Tackling notifications: A step-by-step guide on Amazon app

Managing notifications on the Amazon app can greatly improve your shopping experience by keeping distractions at bay and ensuring that you only get the most relevant updates.

04 May 2025
Technology

Want to set product alerts on Amazon? Follow these steps

Setting up product alerts on the Amazon app can keep you updated about price drops and availability changes of items you are interested in.

03 May 2025
Google Calendar

How to sync your Amazon orders with Google Calendar

Managing online orders can be a pain, particularly when it comes to remembering delivery dates.

03 May 2025
Elon Musk

Jeff Bezos plans to sell Amazon stocks worth $4.75B 

Amazon's Executive Chairman Jeff Bezos has revealed plans to sell up to $4.75 billion worth of the firm's shares in the coming year.

03 May 2025
Keanu Reeves

Keanu Reeves-Sandra Bullock to reunite for Amazon's romantic thriller

Hollywood actors Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock, who memorably starred together in the 1994 action blockbuster Speed, are all set to reunite for a new venture, per The Hollywood Reporter.

01 May 2025
Technology

How to efficiently manage returns on Amazon app

Managing returns on Amazon app for Android can be pretty simple if you know the right steps.

01 May 2025
Google

Amazon launches Nova Premier, its most advanced AI model yet

Amazon has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model, the Nova Premier.

30 Apr 2025
Chuck Schumer

'P*ssed' Trump called Bezos after Amazon considered displaying tariff costs  

President Donald Trump reportedly vented his anger to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos over the company's proposed move to make tariff costs visible on some products.

29 Apr 2025
Technology

Amazon launches 27 satellites to kickstart project rivaling Musk's Starlink

Amazon has made a major move toward its goal of global internet coverage with the launch of 27 satellites.

28 Apr 2025
SpaceX

SpaceX completes 250th Starlink mission—as Amazon's rival project struggles

SpaceX has successfully completed its 250th Starlink satellite mission, while Amazon's first internet satellite fleet, under the Project Kuiper internet constellation, has yet to take off.