Amazon: News
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.
Amazon plans to offload NVIDIA chips worth $8B
Amazon is in discussions with investors to transfer thousands of advanced NVIDIA chips into a special-purpose vehicle (SPV), Financial Times reported.
Samsung hikes Galaxy S26 series prices by up to $200
Samsung has raised the prices across most of its Galaxy S26 smartphone lineup by up to $200.
Musk warns Delta CEO over choosing Amazon's Leo over Starlink
Elon Musk has expressed his displeasure at Delta Air Lines for opting Amazon's Leo over SpaceX's Starlink for in-flight Wi-Fi.
Amazon unveils new Kindle e-readers
Amazon has launched its next-generation Kindle e-readers, including the base model, Kindle Paperwhite, and Kindle Colorsoft.
Amazon's smart glasses could snap almost everything, sparking privacy concerns
Amazon is reportedly planning to equip its delivery drivers with smart glasses that will capture photos "almost constantly."
Your AI agent can now buy things on Shopify
Shopify, the e-commerce platform, has announced that browser-based artificial intelligence (AI) agents can complete purchases on its merchants' sites.
Why Apple and Amazon are facing legal trouble in UK
A UK tribunal has allowed parts of a consumer lawsuit against tech giants Apple and Amazon to proceed.
Google tests Flipkart purchases directly through Gemini and AI Mode
Google is testing a new feature in India that lets users buy products from Walmart-owned Flipkart directly through its Gemini and AI Mode.
Amazon Great Indian Festival: Upto 80% off in early deals
Amazon has launched the 'Early Deals' for its upcoming Great Indian Festival 2026.
Amazon to invest $3B in India's fast delivery business
Amazon will invest $3 billion in its fast delivery business in India by 2030. The investment will focus on expanding its network of small neighborhood warehouses, improving delivery efficiency.
Disney+ and Hulu get pricier again
Disney is reportedly planning to raise prices for its streaming services, including Disney+ and Hulu.
Trump made stock transactions worth up to $270M in July
US President Donald Trump made over 1,000 stock transactions in July alone, according to an analysis by The Guardian.
Maharashtra: Instamart unit, Amazon warehouse lose licenses in FDA crackdown
The Tukaram Mundhe-led Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the licenses of 10 businesses, including a Swiggy Instamart dark store in Mumbai.
Amazon blocks Meta's Muse AI agent from shopping for users
Amazon has blocked Meta's Muse AI agent from making purchases on its platform on behalf of users.
AI cloud provider Nscale files for US IPO
Nscale, a cloud provider that specializes in infrastructure for artificial intelligence (AI) models, has filed to go public on the New York Stock Exchange.
Meta's personal AI agent Muse tops US App Store
Meta's new personal artificial intelligence (AI) agent, Muse, has taken the US by storm.
Prime Video's 'House of David' to end with season 3
The Biblical epic series House of David will conclude with its third season, confirmed Amazon and Wonder Project on Friday.
By 2030, India could have largest developer community: Microsoft CEO
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has said that India's growing technology workforce could help it build the world's largest developer community by 2030.
Senators urge FTC to probe Amazon, Walmart over shopping bias
Two US senators have asked the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate Amazon and Walmart.
AI models should be released when 'ready and safe': Amazon
Amazon has weighed in on the ongoing debate over the pace of artificial intelligence (AI) development, calling for a more cautious approach.
Amazon's Alexa+ now available in India: How to get access
Amazon has launched Alexa+, its latest generative AI-powered personal assistant, in India.
Here's what Snap's $2,200 AI glasses can do
Snap, the parent company of Snapchat, has launched its latest augmented reality (AR) smart glasses at a price tag of $2,195.
AWS Bahrain, UAE remain offline 6 months after Iranian strikes
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced that it cannot restore access to its cloud-computing facilities in Bahrain and parts of the United Arab Emirates.
How did restricted Pakistan-made 'Goree,' 'Chandni' creams enter Indian market
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has issued a public health warning against two Pakistani cosmetic products, Goree Beauty Cream and Chandni Whitening Cream.
Fire TV will get sideloading back after Amazon fixes bug
Amazon has announced an upcoming Android software update for its Fire TV hardware, which will once again allow users to sideload apps.
Amazon's AI leaks Great Indian Festival dates and discounts
Amazon's Rufus AI shopping assistant has revealed possible details about the upcoming Great Indian Festival (AGIF) sale.
Why Amazon has suspended work with 21 Air
Amazon has announced a temporary halt in its operations with 21 Air LLC, the owner of the cargo plane that crashed in Miami last week.
iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max pre-orders now open in India
Apple has opened pre-orders for its iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in India today. The devices will be available from September 18 onward.
Jensen Huang says NVIDIA's revenue could surge 70% next year
Jensen Huang, the founder and CEO of NVIDIA, has predicted a massive 70% revenue growth for his company next year.
Qualcomm inks $4B custom chip agreement with Amazon
Qualcomm has announced a strategic partnership with Amazon, involving a $4 billion custom chip deal.
Amazon lets creators earn from 50,000 brands
Amazon has launched a new program called Creator Connections, aimed at connecting creators with brands for product discovery and monetization opportunities.
5 killed after Amazon cargo plane crashes at Miami airport
An Amazon Prime Air cargo plane, operated by 21 Air, crashed at Miami International Airport on Sunday.
Feds investigate Tesla Cybercab rollout
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the leading automotive safety regulator in the US, has launched an investigation into Tesla's decision to deploy its new Cybercab on public roads without a steering wheel or pedals.
Amazon, Meesho to create 11.6L seasonal jobs amid festive rush
As India's festive season approaches, e-commerce giants Amazon and Meesho are ramping up their hiring efforts.
Amazon is using AI to help customers spot scam messages
Amazon is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to help customers identify whether a message they received from the company is genuine or a scam.
Spending on AI data centers could reach $31.6T by 2050
Global data center spending is projected to reach a staggering $31.6 trillion by 2050, according to a report by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC).
Alexa can now track new products, books, shows for you
Amazon has added a new feature, "Update Me When," to its Alexa for Shopping AI assistant.
Amazon sued over alleged $20B ad overcharges
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and 22 states have filed a lawsuit against Amazon, accusing the tech giant of manipulating digital advertising prices on its platform.
VLC media player has been downloaded 7B times
The popular media player VLC has achieved a major milestone, surpassing seven billion downloads across all platforms.
Anthropic restarts AI security tests after Claude hacking incidents
Anthropic has resumed external cybersecurity testing of its AI models, after introducing new safeguards.
NVIDIA's CEO left off TIME's 'Most Influential People in AI'
NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang, a key player in the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, has been left off TIME magazine's 2026 list of the top 100 most influential people in AI.
How are dead characters returning in 'Mirzapur: The Movie'?
The much-awaited Mirzapur: The Movie, set to hit theaters on September 4, isn't a direct continuation of the series. Instead, it picks up from Season 1, Episode 6.
Amazon's new India unit targets counterfeiters, scam networks
Amazon has launched a new initiative called the Counterfeit Crimes Unit (CCU) to tackle e-commerce frauds in India.
YouTube now lets creators tag Amazon products in videos
YouTube has announced a new feature that allows eligible US creators to tag Amazon-listed products in their content.
Amazon to add 2M NVIDIA GPUs to its data centers
Amazon has announced an expanded partnership with NVIDIA, which will see the addition of another two million NVIDIA GPU chips into Amazon's data centers.
NVIDIA's revenue doubles to $96B as AI demand surges
NVIDIA has reported a massive surge in sales due to the global demand for artificial intelligence (AI) systems.