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riotimesonline.comBrazilian Supreme Court Allows Resize of National Park for Proposed Railway
The court ruled that Jamanxim National Park boundaries can be altered to permit the Ferrogrão railway. The 600-mile project would run parallel to the existing soy highway through the Amazon basin.
foxnews.comAmazon Streamlines Selling Partner Services Division Amid Ongoing Operational Review
Amazon has announced another round of layoffs in its selling partner services division. The move follows cuts of nearly 30,000 jobs in recent months. The current date is 2026-05-15.
cnet.comAmazon Replaces Rufus With Alexa Plus AI Shopping Assistant Across Site and App
Amazon on May 13, 2026, launched Alexa for Shopping, an AI-powered assistant that replaces Rufus and brings new capabilities including auto-purchasing, price tracking and cross-site shopping. The service is available to all U.S. customers without requiring an Alexa account, with…
pymnts.comAmazon Expands 30-Minute Delivery Service to Major U.S. Cities
Amazon Now became officially available to millions of shoppers across the United States on May 12, 2026, after a limited test run. The service is now widely available in Atlanta and Dallas-Fort Worth in addition to Seattle and Philadelphia, with expansions planned for seven more…
pymnts.comAmazon Launches 30-Minute Delivery Service in Multiple U.S. Cities
The company announced the nationwide rollout of Amazon Now, which delivers select groceries, household essentials and other items within 30 minutes. The service begins in Atlanta, Dallas-Fort Worth, Philadelphia and Seattle and will expand to additional cities through the remaind…
The VergeAmazon Rolls Out Short-Form Video Feed Called Clips to Prime Video App
The streaming service is rolling out a TikTok-style vertical feed of personalized clips from its shows and movies, starting with select U.S. users. The feature, tested earlier with NBA highlights, aims to improve discovery and includes direct options to watch, rent, buy or add ti…
TechcrunchAmazon Adds Short-Form Video Clips Feed to Prime Video App
The streaming service is launching a TikTok-style browsing experience with personalized short clips from its shows. The feature rolls out first in the U.S. and lets users add titles to watchlists, share clips or navigate directly to rent, buy or stream full content.
BBC NewsAmazon Starts First UK Drone Delivery Service in Darlington
Amazon has launched a limited drone delivery service in Darlington, County Durham, becoming the first retailer in the UK to do so. The drones operate within a 12km radius of the company's fulfilment centre and can complete up to 100 deliveries per day. Packages under 5lb containi…
pymnts.comAmazon to Invest $200 Billion in AI
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy stated that the company's massive AI investments are not a cause for concern and will benefit shareholders long-term. He highlighted AI as a transformative technology and pointed to rapid growth in related revenues. The comments come amid projections of nega…
New York PostAmazon Launches Supply Chain Services and Signs Deals With Procter & Gamble
Amazon announced on May 5, 2026, the launch of Amazon Supply Chain Services, offering shipping and delivery to external companies. Several firms including Procter & Gamble and 3M have signed on, while shares of rivals like UPS and FedEx declined sharply. Analyst Dan Ives describe…
upi.comAmazon Launches Supply Chain Services for External Businesses
Amazon debuted its new Supply Chain Services on May 4, 2026, extending its freight and logistics capabilities to companies beyond its marketplace. The move provides global delivery options and mirrors the strategy behind Amazon Web Services. Shares of FedEx and UPS fell about 4%…
newtraderu.comJPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Addresses Bureaucracy and Efficiency at Norges Bank Conference
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon addressed bureaucracy's dangers at an investment conference, drawing on his leadership experience. He highlighted solutions like removing unhelpful managers and fostering small teams. Comparisons were made to approaches at Amazon and Meta.
thehindubusinessline.com (News photo)Amazon Adds 365-Day Price History to Tracking Feature
Amazon has updated its built-in price tracking tool to display product price changes over the past year, just weeks before its annual Prime Day event. The expansion coincides with a price-fixing lawsuit filed by California Attorney General Rob Bonta against the company. The featu…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewAmazon Launches System-Wide Dark Mode Update for Kindle Colorsoft and Scribe Colorsoft
Amazon announced on April 28, 2026, the rollout of system-wide dark mode for its Kindle Colorsoft and Kindle Scribe Colorsoft devices, enabling white text on black backgrounds across the user interface. The update also introduces Smart Shapes tools for the Scribe Colorsoft's note…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewMicrosoft and OpenAI Renegotiate Partnership Allowing Multi-Cloud Access Through 2032
Microsoft and OpenAI announced a renegotiated deal on April 27, 2026, granting Microsoft a non-exclusive license to OpenAI's intellectual property until 2032. The agreement ends Microsoft's exclusive rights, enabling OpenAI to offer products across any cloud provider. This resolv…
entrepreneur.comAmazon's Australian Revenue Reaches $4.77 Billion in 2025
Amazon's operations in Australia generated $4.77 billion in revenue in 2025, marking a 25.1 percent increase from the previous year. The growth was driven by advertising, subscriptions, and merchant fees, which surpassed revenue from product sales. The company continues to expand…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewAmazon Restructures Wondery, Eliminating Over 100 Jobs While Launching Creator Services and Audible Integration
Amazon eliminated more than 100 positions at its Wondery podcast studio in August 2025 while maintaining the brand. The company moved audio-only podcasts under Audible and established a new Creator Services department focused on celebrities and expanded monetization. This include…
The Hollywood ReporterMartha Stewart Launches First Kitchen Appliance Collection Exclusively on Amazon
Martha Stewart has introduced a 14-piece kitchen appliance line available only on Amazon, marking her first entry into this category. The products range from air fryers to electric kettles and are priced between $39.99 and $299. The launch coincides with upcoming releases in her…
app.buzzsumo.comAmazon Ends Support for Kindle Devices Released Before 2013
Amazon has announced it will discontinue support for Kindle e-readers released before 2013, preventing owners from downloading new e-books. The policy affects devices from 2012 and earlier, rendering them unable to access fresh content. Users have expressed frustration over the c…
app.buzzsumo.comAmazon Ends Support for Kindle Devices Released in 2012 or Earlier
Amazon has announced the termination of support for all Kindle e-readers released in 2012 or earlier. Affected devices will lose the ability to access new content from the Kindle Store. The company notified customers via email this week.