Amazon Enters Online Car Sales with Launch of Amazon Autos
Amazon expands into online car sales with Amazon Autos, partnering with Hyundai to offer new vehicles in 48 US cities, with plans to add more cities and manufacturers in 2025
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Amazon Establishes New R&D Lab in San Francisco to Focus on AI Agents
Amazon launches AGI SF Lab to develop foundational AI capabilities, with a focus on building agents that can take actions in digital and physical worlds.
Amazon Launches Online Car Dealership with Hyundai, Revolutionizing Car Buying Experience
Amazon partners with Hyundai to launch Amazon Auto, allowing customers to browse, order, finance, and pickup Hyundai vehicles online in 48 US cities.
Amazon Launches Quick Commerce Pilot in India, Entering Competitive Market
Amazon introduces 15-minute delivery service in India, challenging local e-commerce giants and expanding its presence in the country
Amazon Takes Flight: E-commerce Giant Completes First Drone Delivery in Italy
Amazon expands its drone delivery service to Italy, completing its first test flight in San Salvo, with plans to launch commercially in 2025 pending regulatory approval.
Amazon to Discontinue Prime Try Before You Buy Clothing Program
Amazon is shutting down its Prime Try Before You Buy program, which allowed Prime members to try on clothes before paying, citing limited item availability and increased use of AI-powered features.
Amazon Unleashes Ad Tech to Other Retailers, Expanding $50 Billion Business
Amazon's Retail Ad Service beta allows other online stores to leverage its ad tech expertise, potentially disrupting the retail media landscape
Amazon's Ultracheap Haul Section Raises Concerns Over Counterfeit Products and Deceptive Business Practices
Amazon's new Haul section offers extremely low prices, but raises concerns over counterfeit products, deceptive business practices, and the environmental impact of fast fashion.
Appcharge Raises $26M to Offer Alternative Monetization for Gaming Developers
Appcharge secures $26 million in funding to expand its platform, providing gaming developers with an alternative to app stores for monetizing in-game purchases.