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.
How Modi government plans to boost exports for India's SMEs
The Indian government is set to revamp its e-commerce export policy, a move aimed at helping small and medium enterprises (SMEs) enter global markets.
Mumbai: Amazon now delivers your groceries in just 10 minutes
Amazon has expanded its quick commerce service, Amazon Now, to Mumbai. The move comes after successful launches in Bengaluru and Delhi.
Amazon's Zoox is offering free robotaxi rides in Las Vegas
Amazon's autonomous vehicle division, Zoox, has officially launched its robotaxi service in Las Vegas.
Amazon Music now creates personalized playlists for you every Monday
Amazon Music has launched a new feature, "Weekly Vibe," to enhance user experience.
Amazon's Great Indian Festival sale starts September 23: Check deals
Amazon has officially announced the dates for its much-awaited 'Great Indian Festival' sale.
JetBlue partners with Amazon to bring gigabit Wi-Fi in flight
Amazon's Project Kuiper has signed a deal with JetBlue to improve its in-flight internet service. This is the first time Amazon has partnered with an airline company.
Sophie Turner to headline Amazon's 'Tomb Raider' series
Sophie Turner, known for her role in Game of Thrones, has been officially announced as the lead Lara Croft for Amazon MGM Studios's upcoming Tomb Raider series.
Amazon now lets you shop by scanning real-world items
Amazon has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) feature, Lens Live, to enhance the shopping experience of its customers.
Why Amazon's $1.3B antitrust fine has been reduced by Italy
An Italian court has lowered a massive €1.13 billion ($1.32 billion) antitrust fine on Amazon, originally imposed in 2021 for allegedly abusing its dominant position in the country's e-commerce logistics sector.
Why Amazon's request to ease foreign-investment rules is being opposed
Indian retailers and farmer groups have urged the government to reject Amazon's request for easing foreign investment rules related to exports.
Big Tech added 30,000 jobs in India despite trade tensions
Major US tech firms, including Meta, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, Netflix, and Google, have hired over 30,000 employees in India in the last one year.
Australian bank orders staff: Work in-office or face pay cuts
ANZ Group, one of Australia's largest banks, has clarified its policy regarding office attendance.
Amazon, Flipkart await GST clarity before finalizing festive sale plans
India's top e-commerce players, including Amazon and Flipkart, are facing a tough choice ahead of their major festive sales.
'Stop buying KFC, Pepsi, Apple': Ramdev's counter to Trump's tariffs
Yoga guru Baba Ramdev has called for a boycott of American products in response to the recent tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump.
NVIDIA's new 'robot brain' brings real-time AI reasoning
NVIDIA has unveiled its latest innovation in robotics, the Jetson Thor. This supercomputer is designed for real-time AI computation on humanoid robots and smart machines.
Trump threatens tariffs, chip restrictions on countries imposing digital taxes
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose "substantial" new tariffs and restrict exports of US chips to countries that do not remove their digital taxes and related regulations.
India to use Amazon and Flipkart prices for inflation measurement
India is planning to revamp its inflation measurement system by directly sourcing price data from e-commerce giants like Amazon and Flipkart.
Tata Digital to appoint Jio's Sajith Sivanandan as new CEO
Tata Digital is all set to appoint Sajith Sivanandan as its new chief executive officer (CEO), according to The Economic Times.
Why Helen Mirren believes 'Bond has to be a guy'
Dame Helen Mirren, the Oscar-winning actor, recently voiced her opinion on the ongoing debate about the next James Bond.
IBM, Google aim to launch operational quantum computers by 2030
The long-awaited dream of practical quantum computing is getting closer to reality, thanks to major tech players like IBM and Google.
Walmart, Amazon stop orders from India after Trump's 50% tariff
Leading US retailers such as Walmart, Target, Amazon, and Gap have suspended orders from India.
For the first time, OpenAI's models are available on AWS
In a major development, OpenAI's advanced models have been made available on Amazon Web Services (AWS) for the first time.
Amazon lays off hundreds of employees in this division
Amazon is laying off around 110 employees from its Wondery podcast studio as part of a major restructuring of its audio business.
FAAMNG firms ramp up hiring in India amid global layoffs
Despite the global trend of layoffs, tech giants under the FAAMNG umbrella—Facebook (now Meta), Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, Netflix, and Google—are expanding their workforce in India.
Tech giants pour $155B into AI, outspending US welfare budget
In a major development, US tech giants have spent more on artificial intelligence (AI) than the federal government has spent on education, training, employment, and social services in 2025.
You might soon see ads during your conversations with Alexa+
Amazon's CEO Andy Jassy has revealed plans to integrate advertising into conversations with the company's AI-powered digital assistant, Alexa+.
Trump suspends duty-free import rule: Major blow to global e-commerce?
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order suspending the de minimis duty-free treatment for all non-postal imports, regardless of origin or value.
Amazon bets on AI start-up that lets you create shows
Amazon has invested in San Francisco-based start-up Fable. The funding amount remains undisclosed.
Amazon to pay New York Times $25M/year: Here's why
Amazon has signed a major deal with The New York Times (NYT), paying between $20 million and $25 million annually for access to its content.
Amazon launches new Echo Show 5 in India at ₹11,000
Amazon has launched the third-generation Echo Show 5 in India. The smart display comes with a sleek design and improved audio quality.
Chrome's AI feature shows if an online shop is legit
Google has added a new feature to its Chrome browser, aimed at making online shopping "safer and more efficient."
Why Jeff Bezos has sold Amazon shares worth $1.5B
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has sold 6.6 million stocks of the firm, according to a Barrons report.
Hacker compromises Amazon's AI coding assistant to wipe computers
A hacker compromised Amazon's popular AI coding assistant, 'Q,' by injecting malicious code with commands intended to wipe users' computers.
Why Amazon is shutting down its AI lab in China
Amazon is closing its artificial intelligence (AI) lab in Shanghai, The Financial Times has reported.
Amazon acquires Bee—AI wearable that listens and summarizes your day
Amazon has acquired Bee, an innovative start-up specializing in AI wearables. The news was confirmed by Maria de Lourdes Zollo, CEO of Bee, on LinkedIn.
Why Tata Communications and Amazon have joined hands in India
Tata Communications has teamed up with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to create an advanced AI-ready network in India.
Amazon now requires employees to prove AI skills for promotions
Amazon has made it mandatory for employees in certain divisions to demonstrate their proficiency in artificial intelligence (AI) when applying for promotions.
Amazon wins lawsuit over ads on Prime Video
Amazon has won a legal battle against its Prime Video subscribers over the introduction of advertisements on the streaming service.
Amazon taps rival SpaceX to launch more Kuiper internet satellites
Amazon has once again taken the help of Elon Musk's SpaceX to launch its next batch of Project Kuiper internet satellites.
Trump announces $90B investment to make Pennsylvania global AI capital
US President Donald Trump has announced over $90 billion in investments from private companies, aimed at establishing Pennsylvania as a leading hub for artificial intelligence (AI), technology, and energy.
Is Sydney Sweeney the next Bond girl?
Hollywood actor Sydney Sweeney, known for her roles in The White Lotus and Euphoria, is being considered for the next Bond girl in the upcoming James Bond film.
Beware! Scammers targeting Amazon Prime users with fake price-hike emails
Scammers are now targeting Amazon Prime users with fake emails.
Amazon Prime Day: Samsung S24 Ultra available at just ₹74,999
Amazon is offering a massive discount on Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra as part of its Prime Day sale.
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.
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.
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.
You can now order from Amazon Now in Delhi
Amazon has expanded its quick commerce service, Amazon Now, to select areas of Delhi.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
You can now book a diagnostic test via Amazon
Amazon India has launched a new at-home diagnostics service called Amazon Diagnostics.
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.