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.
'Verity' teaser: Anne Hathaway-Dakota Johnson lead dark and disturbing thriller
Amazon MGM has dropped a teaser for Verity, a psychological thriller based on Colleen Hoover's fourth novel to get the big screen treatment in two years.
OpenAI, Microsoft drop AGI clause, end exclusivity in new deal
Microsoft and OpenAI have officially terminated their "AGI clause," a key component of their long-standing partnership.
OpenAI and Microsoft amend their partnership: What has changed?
OpenAI and Microsoft have announced a major overhaul of their partnership agreement.
You can order from Amazon Now in 100 Indian cities
Amazon has announced the expansion of its ultra-fast delivery service, Amazon Now, to 100 cities in India.
India likely to receive $90B foreign direct investment in FY26
India's Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran has projected that the country will attract over $90 billion in gross Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) during the fiscal year 2025-26.
Google bets $40B on Anthropic's AI prowess
Google has announced a massive investment of up to $40 billion in Anthropic, an artificial intelligence (AI) start-up.
Google takes on NVIDIA with new AI chips
Google Cloud has unveiled its eighth generation of custom-built artificial intelligence (AI) chips, or tensor processing units (TPUs).
Tesla triples spending to $25B for AI, robotics push
Tesla has announced a massive increase in its capital expenditure (capex) for 2026, with plans to spend $25 billion.
KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane joins footwear brand Chupps as investor
Cricketer Ajinkya Rahane, the captain of Kolkata Knight Riders, has invested in Mumbai-based open footwear brand Chupps. The investment value remains undisclosed.
How Amazon will stop sale of fake products in India
E-commerce giant Amazon is intensifying its efforts to fight against the sale of counterfeit products in India.
Why Microsoft is facing a $2.8B lawsuit in the UK
A London tribunal has given the green light to a mass lawsuit against Microsoft, The Guardian reported.
Is Amazon making shopping unaffordable on other websites?
California's Attorney General Rob Bonta has accused Amazon of engaging in a widespread price-fixing scheme.
Amazon to invest $25B in Anthropic
Amazon has announced its plan to invest up to $25 billion in artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Anthropic.
Claude Opus 4.7 is Anthropic's most powerful public model yet
Anthropic has launched its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model, the Claude Opus 4.7.
Netflix chairman Reed Hastings to step down from board
Reed Hastings, the co-founder and chairman of Netflix, will be leaving the company's board at the end of his term this summer.
Amazon's new Fire TV Stick HD is its slimmest yet
Amazon has launched its thinnest Fire TV Stick HD yet, priced at $34.99.
Amazon buys Globalstar for $11.6B to rival Musk's Starlink
Amazon has announced its plan to acquire satellite company Globalstar in a deal worth $11.57 billion.
Shocking! Amazon warehouse staff continue working as co-worker lies dead
In a shocking incident, an Amazon employee died at work in Troutdale, Oregon.
Wardrobe organization made easy, thanks to AI
AI tools are revolutionizing the way we manage our wardrobes by encouraging efficient organization, minimizing clothing waste, and fostering sustainable habits.
How Flipkart, Amazon are intensifying competition in quick commerce space
India's quick commerce start-ups are facing stiff competition from e-commerce giants Flipkart and Amazon.
US summons banks over cyber risks from Anthropic's AI model
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell have summoned top bank executives to a meeting this week.
Amazon's Starlink competitor to launch mid-2026
Amazon has confirmed the launch of its satellite internet service, Leo, in mid-2026.
Uber shifts to Amazon's custom chips for smoother rides
Uber has announced a major expansion of its contract with Amazon Web Services (AWS), the cloud computing arm of tech giant Amazon.
Amazon denies report of 14,000 more layoffs
Amazon has denied reports suggesting another round of mass layoffs after cutting around 16,000 jobs in January.
You can't download books on these Kindles after May 20
Amazon has announced that it will end support for certain older Kindle e-readers and Kindle Fire tablets from May 20.
NASA to livestream Artemis II Moon flyby on Netflix, YouTube
NASA's Artemis II mission is gearing up for a landmark lunar flyby today, an event that will be streamed live on YouTube and Netflix, among other platforms.
Amazon adds 3.5% surcharge to offset fuel costs
Amazon has announced a temporary 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge for third-party sellers using its platform.
Why Iran sees Gulf data centers as strategic war targets
In a major shift in modern warfare, Iran has been targeting commercial data centers and tech-related infrastructure across the Gulf.
Amazon in talks to acquire Apple's primary satellite partner
Amazon is reportedly in negotiations to acquire Globalstar, a leading satellite telecom group.
Iran strike damages Amazon cloud infrastructure in Bahrain
Iran has targeted Amazon's cloud computing operations in Bahrain, according to a report by Financial Times.
'Project Hail Mary' crosses $300M worldwide, becomes Amazon-MGM's top grosser
The space odyssey, Project Hail Mary, has crossed the $300 million mark at the global box office.
'Magnificent Seven' tech stocks lose $1.72T market cap: Here's why
The ongoing Israel-US-Iran conflict has taken a toll on the US stock market, with major indices witnessing a downward trend.
Anthropic eyes IPO as early as October, could raise $60B
Anthropic, the company behind the popular AI chatbot Claude, is considering an initial public offering (IPO) as early as October. The move comes amid a surge of interest in artificial intelligence.
IPL 2026: JioStar secures 27 sponsors, including Google and Amazon
JioStar, the broadcaster of the Indian Premier League (IPL), has secured a whopping 27 sponsors for the upcoming TATA IPL 2026.
Meta using AI to boost shopping on Facebook and Instagram
Meta is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the shopping experience on its social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram.
AWS confirms service disruption in Bahrain due to drone activity
Amazon has confirmed that its Amazon Web Services (AWS) in the Bahrain region has been "disrupted" due to drone activity.
Amazon MX Player launches Fatafat; watch microdramas for free
Amazon's MX Player has launched a new mobile-first platform, Fatafat, which will offer serialized vertical videos for free.
Hachette pulls novel 'Shy Girl' after suspected use of AI
Hachette Book Group has pulled a horror novel, Shy Girl by Mia Ballard, amid allegations of heavy reliance on artificial intelligence (AI) in its creation.
Amazon is developing AI smartphone: What to expect
Amazon is planning to re-enter the smartphone market with a new device, according to Reuters.
Amazon buys start-up behind stair-climbing delivery robots
Amazon has acquired Zurich-based autonomous robotics start-up Rivr, a company known for its innovative stair-climbing delivery robot.
How Bezos plans to rival Musk in space-based data centers
Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin has announced its entry into the race for space-based data centers.
How Gulf crisis may boost India's data center industry
The recent attacks on data centers in the Gulf by Iran, which considers them legitimate wartime targets for their technical and data support to some US defense suppliers, have disrupted the region's data center ambitions.
Amazon wins appeal against record $854M privacy fine
Amazon has successfully appealed against a record €746 million ($854.4 million) fine imposed by Luxembourg's privacy regulator.
Alexa+ gets new 'Sassy' personality, but it's only for adults
Amazon has introduced a new "Sassy" personality for its AI assistant, Alexa+. The company announced the update on Thursday, expanding its range of personality styles.
Amazon now lets users show products from external retailer sites
Amazon has announced an expansion of its "Shop Direct" program, allowing US customers to discover and purchase products not available on its own online store.
Amazon aims to raise €10B via bond sale
Amazon has made its debut in the euro bond market, launching a record-breaking eight-part sale.
Microsoft urges court to pause Pentagon ban on Anthropic AI
Microsoft has come out in support of Anthropic, the artificial intelligence (AI) company recently blacklisted by the US Department of Defense (DoD).
Amazon's new AI can answer health questions and manage prescriptions
Amazon has announced the expansion of its healthcare AI assistant, Health AI, to its main website and app.
Perplexity's AI agents can't shop on Amazon, US court rules
A US District Judge has prohibited Perplexity's web browser-based artificial intelligence (AI) agents from making purchases on Amazon.
Why 700,000 US tech workers are at odds with Pentagon
A coalition of tech worker organizations and unions in the US, representing some 700,000 employees, has called on major tech companies to reject Pentagon's demands over artificial intelligence (AI) safety guardrails.
Amazon wants FCC to reject SpaceX's plan for 1M satellites
Amazon has urged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to reject SpaceX's ambitious plan for a constellation of one million satellites.
US agency to meet CEOs of Waymo, other robotaxi firms
The United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will host a national autonomous vehicle safety forum on Tuesday.
Amazon's revamped Fire TV app now available on Android, iOS
Amazon has announced the rollout of its revamped Fire TV mobile app, which is now available in the US, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Spain and the UK.
Oracle to lay off thousands amid AI data center expansion
Oracle Corporation is planning to lay off thousands of employees as part of a strategy to cope with financial strain from its massive AI data center expansion, according to Bloomberg.
AWS launches new AI agent platform for healthcare
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) platform, dubbed Amazon Connect Health.
Amazon cuts 100+ jobs in robotics division
Amazon has laid off more than 100 employees from its robotics division, as part of a major restructuring effort.
Paris Hilton to star in Amazon's holiday comedy
Entrepreneur Paris Hilton is set to star in the upcoming holiday comedy Clashing Through the Snow.
AI bubble doesn't concern me, says Microsoft CEO
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has downplayed fears of an artificial intelligence (AI) bubble.
Bizarre: Woman gets over 100 Amazon packages without ordering anything
A 79-year-old woman from Elgin, Illinois has been inundated with Amazon packages she never ordered.
Amazon data centers damaged by drone strikes amid US-Iran conflict
Amazon has confirmed that three of its data centers in the Middle East were damaged by drone strikes, amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict.
Amazon data center in UAE hit as Iran intensifies strikes
Amazon Web Services (AWS), the cloud computing division of e-commerce giant Amazon, has reported a power outage at its data center in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Pentagon designates Anthropic as 'supply chain risk,' terminates $200M contract
The Pentagon, through Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, designated AI start-up Anthropic as a "Supply Chain Risk" after President Donald Trump directed federal agencies to stop using Anthropic's products.
OpenAI raises record $110B from Amazon, NVIDIA, and SoftBank
OpenAI has raised a whopping $110 billion in one of the largest private funding rounds ever. The investment comes from tech giants Amazon, NVIDIA, and SoftBank.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 series, with head-gesture support, goes official
Samsung has officially launched its latest flagship true wireless stereo (TWS) headsets, the Galaxy Buds 4 series. The new lineup includes the standard Galaxy Buds 4 and a Pro version.
Amazon's AI lab head David Luan quits: Who is he?
David Luan, the Vice President of Agents and head of Amazon's San Francisco-based artificial intelligence lab, has announced his decision to leave the company.