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.
23 Apr 2024
XiaomiXiaomi launches earphones, vacuum cleaner, and garment steamer in India
Xiaomi, the Chinese electronics giant, has launched its newest truly wireless stereo (TWS) earphones, the Redmi Buds 5A, in India.
23 Apr 2024
CaliforniaAmazon discontinues Prime Air drone delivery service in California
Amazon has announced the cessation of its Prime Air drone delivery service in Lockeford, California.
18 Apr 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningWhy Amazon's cashier-less tech sees slow growth despite third-party push
Amazon's groundbreaking 'Just Walk Out' technology is now operational in over 140 third-party locations across the US, UK, Australia, and Canada.
18 Apr 2024
ZomatoEx-Google, Amazon recruiters advise against LinkedIn's 'Open to Work' badge
Two former recruitment professionals from Google and Amazon have advised job seekers against using LinkedIn's "Open to Work" badge.
17 Apr 2024
AndroidAmazon Music introduces AI-driven playlist feature, Maestro
Amazon Music has launched an innovative AI-driven playlist feature called Maestro.
17 Apr 2024
Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video battles catalog errors, affecting viewer engagement
Amazon Prime Video is experiencing a significant drop in viewership numbers due to persistent catalog errors, as per internal documents obtained by Business Insider.
16 Apr 2024
RedditMeet Wayne: The bad boss of US-based Amazon delivery drivers
Amazon delivery drivers in the US have turned to humor, as a means of expressing their dissatisfaction with demanding workloads.
12 Apr 2024
NVIDIAGoogle parent Alphabet nears $2T mcap, driven by AI advancements
Alphabet, the parent company of Google, is nearing a market capitalization of $2 trillion.
11 Apr 2024
Amazon Web ServicesAmazon ends bonus payments for Alexa developers
Amazon has announced the discontinuation of its paid incentives for Alexa developers, marking the end of the Alexa Developer Rewards Program.
08 Apr 2024
SamsungSamsung Galaxy M55 5G, M15 5G go official in India
South Korean tech giant Samsung has officially launched its latest smartphones, the Galaxy M55 5G and Galaxy M15 5G, in the Indian market.
06 Apr 2024
Andy JassyAmazon launches 'Bazaar,' a budget-friendly fashion store in India
Amazon has discreetly launched a new store named "Bazaar" in India, aiming to cater to the demand for affordable yet stylish fashion and lifestyle products.
04 Apr 2024
Amazon Web ServicesAmazon Web Services lays off hundreds of employees
Amazon Web Services (AWS), the global leader in cloud services, has confirmed the termination of several employees from its sales, marketing, and physical stores technology departments.
03 Apr 2024
AndroidiQOO 12 Desert Red Anniversary Edition debuts at ₹53,000
iQOO, marking its fourth anniversary in India, has introduced the iQOO 12 Desert Red Anniversary Edition.
03 Apr 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningAmazon discontinues 'Just Walk Out' technology in US: Here's why
Amazon is discontinuing its innovative "Just Walk Out" technology in its Fresh grocery stores across the US, according to a report by The Information.
31 Mar 2024
HonorHONOR launches MagicBook X14, X16 Pro laptops: Check specs, prices
HONOR has broadened its product range in India by launching two new laptops, the MagicBook X14 Pro 2024 and X16 Pro 2024.
29 Mar 2024
AndroidAmazon's new app lets you register for palm-recognition service remotely
Amazon has launched a new application, Amazon One, that allows users to register for its palm recognition service remotely. Until now, customers needed to physically visit a location to register.
28 Mar 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningWhy Amazon has pumped $2.75 billion into AI start-up Anthropic
In a significant development, Amazon has invested an additional $2.75 billion in San Francisco-based start-up Anthropic, known for its work in generative artificial intelligence.
27 Mar 2024
PolandPolish watchdog fines Amazon $8 million for allegedly misleading customers
E-commerce giant, Amazon, has been handed a hefty fine of nearly $8 million by Poland's consumer protection agency, the UOKiK.
27 Mar 2024
Amazon IndiaMost Indian shoppers favor less packaging, Amazon survey finds
A recent study commissioned by e-commerce behemoth Amazon, reveals that a significant 69% of Indian shoppers prefer receiving their online purchases with less packaging.
26 Mar 2024
BusinessAmazon poured $1.2 billion into anti-fraud measures in 2023
In a proactive move to shield its brand, sellers, and customers from fraudulent activities and counterfeit goods, e-commerce giant Amazon has invested over $1.2 billion in 2023.
23 Mar 2024
HP LaptopsHP OMEN Transcend 14 gaming laptop's pre-orders begin in India
HP's gaming-focused laptop, the OMEN Transcend 14, is now up for pre-order in India.
22 Mar 2024
HonorHONOR Pad 9, with eight built-in speakers, launched in India
HONOR has launched its Pad 9, as its latest tablet in India, three months after its initial announcement in China.
19 Mar 2024
NVIDIANVIDIA unveils quantum-computing cloud service to take on Microsoft, AWS
NVIDIA has stepped into the quantum-computing cloud services arena with the debut of its new platform, NVIDIA Quantum Cloud.
