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This Stratechery article analyzes Amazon's long-term durability as a business, assessing its strengths and potential vulnerabilities in the current market landscape.
An Interview with Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian About the Agentic Moment
Ben Thompson interviews Thomas Kurian, the CEO of Google Cloud, discussing the current agentic moment in AI, Google's strategy including Gemini and Vertex AI, and the competitive landscape with Amazon's AWS and Microsoft.
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Microsoft must face $2.8 billion UK lawsuit over cloud computing licences
Microsoft must face a $2.8 billion UK lawsuit alleging overcharging British businesses for Windows Server software used on cloud services provided by Amazon, Google, and Alibaba.
Anthropic takes $5B from Amazon and pledges $100B in cloud spending in return
Amazon is investing another $5 billion in Anthropic, adding to its existing investment. In return, Anthropic has pledged to spend $100 billion on Amazon Web Services (AWS) for cloud computing.
Anthropic bites back in the compute wars with Amazon partnership
Anthropic and Amazon are partnering in a deal that provides Anthropic with compute capacity from Amazon Web Services (AWS) to train and run its AI models. This partnership highlights the importance of compute capacity in the competitive AI landscape, where access to sufficient resources is crucial for success.
Matisse: The Pursuit of Harmony: Klein, John, Cowling, Elizabeth, Wright, Alastair, Acquavella Galleries: 9780847877645: Amazon.com: Books
The Amazon.com listing is for the book "Matisse: The Pursuit of Harmony" by John Klein, Elizabeth Cowling and Alastair Wright. The book is being offered with free shipping on qualifying orders.
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Jeff Bezos's AI lab, codenamed Project Prometheus, is nearing a $38 billion valuation in a new funding deal. The company is developing AI models for industrial applications.
Amazon to invest up to another $25 billion in Anthropic as part of AI infrastructure deal
Amazon is investing up to $25 billion in Anthropic, with Anthropic committing to spending over $100 billion on Amazon cloud services over the next decade.
I'm never buying another Kindle, and neither should you
An Android Authority author declares they will no longer buy Amazon Kindles, citing issues such as bricked hardware, ads, and Amazon's control over the device. The author argues that the Kindle is no longer built for readers due to these issues.
Got an Old Kindle? It Might Not Work Anymore. Here’s What to Do.
Amazon is ending support for Kindles released before 2013, meaning they won't be able to download new books.
Amazon is discontinuing Kindle for PC on June 30th - Good e-Reader
Amazon is discontinuing its Kindle for PC application in June and replacing it with a new standalone app compatible only with Windows 11.
Amazon won’t release Fire Sticks that support sideloading anymore
Amazon will no longer release Fire Sticks that allow sideloading apps from outside of the Amazon app store, a feature blocked in the two newest Fire Stick models.
OpenAI’s Memos, Frontier, Amazon and Anthropic
Ben Thompson discusses OpenAI's memos, Frontier, and competition with Amazon and Anthropic in the AI space.
Sharp Tech
This Sharp Tech episode covers six questions on Frontier AI Labs' messaging, AI skepticism, Amazon, and Apple's increased competition with Elon Musk.
Amazon Buys Globalstar, Delta to Add Leo, The Apple Angle
Ben Thompson analyzes Amazon's purchase of Globalstar, Delta's addition of LEO, and Apple's potential role in this context.
15 photos from Project Kuiper's first launch of low Earth orbit satellites
Amazon's Project Kuiper successfully launched its first mission, deploying low Earth orbit satellites to begin operating in space and provide satellite internet services, as shown in a series of 15 photos.
Newly unsealed records reveal Amazon’s price-fixing tactics, California attorney general claims
The article reports on newly unsealed documents in an anti-trust lawsuit by the state of California against Amazon, alleging price-fixing tactics. Amazon denies engaging in price-fixing.
Amazon Promises Theater Owners of 15 Movies Per Year
Amazon MGM Studios assured CinemaCon that they will release 15 movies per year for theaters, despite inconsistency from its big tech competitors.
Take It Personal: How to Succeed by Building Relationships and Playing the Long Game: Grutman, David: 9781638933496: Amazon.com: Books
This article promotes the book 'Take It Personal,' highlighting Tom Brady's message about the importance of consistency, dependability, and hard work for success.
Amazon bets on Shenzhen smart warehouse to cut merchant storage costs by 45%
Amazon is expanding its presence in China with a smart warehouse in Shenzhen that aims to cut merchant storage costs by 45% amid growing competition from Temu and Shein.
Apple chooses Amazon satellites for iPhone, years after rejecting Starlink offer
Ars Technica reports that Apple chose Amazon's Globalstar satellites for iPhones after rejecting an offer from Starlink, resulting in Amazon merging with Globalstar for $11.6B.
Amazon pays $11.5B for Globalstar to satisfy satellite-envy • The Register
Amazon is reportedly paying $11.5 billion to acquire Globalstar to enhance its satellite capabilities, including spectrum licenses and an existing deal with Apple.
Apple and Amazon are teaming up to challenge Starlink’s smartphone ambitions
Amazon is reportedly acquiring Globalstar for $11.57 billion to integrate its satellites with the new Leo network, potentially challenging Starlink's dominance in smartphone connectivity and providing service for iPhones and Apple Watches.
Amazon launches AI research tool to speed early-stage drug discovery
Amazon's cloud unit has launched Amazon Bio Discovery, an AI application aimed at accelerating early-stage drug discovery by enabling scientists to perform complex computational workflows without coding.
OpenAI rips Anthropic, distances itself from Microsoft
OpenAI is strengthening its relationship with Amazon, indicating that its initial investor and partner, Microsoft, has been hindering its growth.
Amazon signs $11.57 billion deal for satellite firm Globalstar to challenge Musk's Starlink
Amazon has announced an $11.57 billion deal to acquire Globalstar, aiming to strengthen its satellite business and compete with Elon Musk's Starlink.
Amazon to acquire Globalstar and expand Amazon Leo satellite network
Amazon will acquire Globalstar to expand the Amazon Leo satellite network, enabling Direct-to-Device (D2D) services.
Apple is Now Forced to Build a 7-inch Tablet
This Mac Observer editorial from 2012 argues that Apple is forced to build a 7-inch tablet due to the success of the Amazon Kindle Fire.
Amazon Leo Shows Off In-Flight Wi-Fi Antenna That Will Take on Starlink
Amazon is showcasing its Leo Aviation Antenna, designed for in-flight Wi-Fi, suggesting it will be simpler to install on commercial jets compared to SpaceX's Starlink.
OpenAI touts Amazon alliance in memo, says Microsoft has 'limited our ability' to reach clients
OpenAI's revenue chief highlighted the company's collaboration with Amazon in an internal memo, signaling an effort to lessen dependence on Microsoft, which they claim limits their client reach.
Kindle to cease support for old devices, causing user uproar
Amazon's Kindle will discontinue support for older devices, prompting criticism from users who feel their devices are being rendered obsolete. The change will impact users who have not updated their devices in some time.
Walmart-owned Flipkart, Amazon are squeezing India's quick commerce startups
Analysts suggest that Flipkart's expansion beyond major cities and heavy discounting practices pose a significant risk to India's quick commerce startups.
In Latest Pivot, Amazon Luna to Drop Game Purchases, Third-Party Stores
Amazon Luna will drop game purchases and third-party store integrations, angering users who bought titles on the platform; however, Amazon states that they are continuing to invest in gaming experiences.
Amazon's 'Project Houdini' Reinvents How Data Centers Are Built
Amazon's 'Project Houdini' aims to speed up AWS data center construction through modular construction techniques, reducing labor hours and deployment time.
Amazon debuts Masters coverage, becoming the golf tournament's fourth-ever media partner
Amazon debuted its Masters coverage and became the golf tournament's fourth-ever media partner, broadcasting two hours of exclusive coverage on Thursday and Friday.
'Not on a hunch': Andy Jassy defends Amazon's $200B spending spree
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy defended the company's $200B spending spree in a shareholder letter, highlighting AWS's AI revenue and booming chip business.
Huawei pitches cloud in Gulf after Iran strikes AWS
Huawei is targeting Gulf clients with "multi-cloud" resilience pitches after Iranian drones hit Amazon data centers in the UAE and Bahrain.
Amazon’s Starlink competitor Leo gets a new date
Amazon's space-internet service, Leo (formerly Project Kuiper), is set to launch in mid-2026, according to Andy Jassy, as a competitor to Starlink.
Amazon is ending support for older Kindles and Kindle Fires
Amazon will end support for several Kindle and Kindle Fire devices released in 2012 and earlier, including the original Kindle model released in 2007.
Anthropic limits Mythos AI rollout over fears hackers could use model for cyberattacks
Anthropic is limiting the rollout of its Mythos AI model due to concerns that hackers could exploit it for cyberattacks; Microsoft, Amazon, Apple, and others will use the model within the Project Glasswing cybersecurity initiative.
Launching S3 Files, making S3 buckets accessible as file systems
Amazon S3 Files enables S3 buckets to be accessed as high-performance file systems on AWS compute resources, providing seamless data sharing with approximately 1ms latencies.
Vibe Coding: Building Production-Grade Software With GenAI, Chat, Agents, and Beyond
The book "Vibe Coding" by Steve Yegge explores how GenAI is transforming software development, enabling programmers to describe desired outcomes and have them materialize instantly.
Transcription: A Novel: Lerner, Ben: 9780374618599: Amazon.com: Books
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Iranian missile blitz takes down AWS data centers in Bahrain and Dubai
Iranian missile strikes reportedly took down Amazon Web Services (AWS) data centers in Bahrain and Dubai, leading Amazon to declare a "hard down" status for multiple zones in the region.
'The Runarounds' Canceled By Prime Video After One Season (EXCLUSIVE)
Prime Video has canceled the YA series 'The Runarounds' after one season, though the rock band at the center of the show will continue.
Amazon must negotiate with Staten Island warehouse workers, NLRB says
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that Amazon must negotiate with a labor union representing approximately 5,000 workers at a warehouse on Staten Island.
Apple: The First 50 Years , Pogue, David - Amazon.com
This is an Amazon.com listing for the Kindle edition of the book "Apple: The First 50 Years" by David Pogue.
Apple: The First 50 Years: Pogue, David: 9781982134594: Amazon.com: Books
This is an Amazon.com listing for the book "Apple" by David Pogue about the first 50 years of Apple.
Amazon to add 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge for sellers as Iran war drives up energy prices
Amazon plans to implement a 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge for its third-party sellers in the U.S. and Canada due to increased energy prices stemming from the ongoing Iran war.
Amazon in talks to buy $9bn satellite group Globalstar in bid to rival Elon Musk’s Starlink
Amazon is reportedly in talks to acquire Globalstar, a satellite group valued at $9 billion, to compete with Elon Musk's Starlink in the low Earth orbit internet service market.
EXCLUSIVE: Leaked Pitch Deck Reveals Amazon's Pitch to Get Advertisers on Rufus
A leaked pitch deck reveals Amazon's pitch to get advertisers on Rufus, positioning it as a "virtual product expert."
Amazon’s AI Chat Ads Yield Data but Few Sales
Amazon is testing conversational ads, but marketers are just starting to assess their effectiveness despite yielding data.
Amazon cloud unit's data centers in UAE, Bahrain damaged in drone strikes
Amazon's cloud unit reported damage to its data centers in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain due to drone strikes amidst conflict in the Middle East, leading to disrupted cloud services and a prolonged recovery.
Amazon Selects U.S. Bancorp to Issue New Small-Business Credit Cards
Amazon.com Inc. selected U.S. Bancorp as the issuer for two small business credit cards that Amazon is relaunching in the coming months.
AI was behind over 50,000 layoffs in 2025
In 2025, AI was cited as a factor in over 50,000 layoffs at major tech companies, reflecting a strategic shift and restructuring.
Amazon launches Health AI agent on Amazon website and app with free 24/7 access to virtual care for Prime members
Amazon is launching a Health AI agent on its website and app, providing Prime members with 24/7 access to virtual care for tasks like answering questions, explaining health records, managing prescriptions, and booking appointments.
Comparison of $4,000 boutique audio cable to $7 Amazon Basics cable shows audiophiles waste a lot of money
Tom's Hardware compares a $4,000 boutique audio cable to a $7 Amazon Basics cable, finding no difference in quality through scientific audio equipment analysis, suggesting audiophiles waste money on expensive cables.
The Spawning Run - 1st Edition/1st Printing: humphrey, william: 9781111945732: Amazon.com: Books
This article is an Amazon link to purchase the first edition/first printing of the book "The Spawning Run" by William Humphrey.
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What Does The Amazon Echo Look Mean For Personal Style?
This Vox article discusses how algorithms are increasingly influencing personal style, arguing that such influence is not entirely new.
AI Gone Wild: Fake Books Sold on Amazon
Generative AI is being used to create and sell fake books on Amazon, highlighting the potential for misuse of the technology.
Amazon Acquires Fauna Robotics, Entering Consumer Humanoid Market
In March 2026, Amazon acquired Fauna Robotics, a New York-based startup, signaling its entry into the consumer humanoid robot market.
Finland Shelves Plan to Move Election Platform to Amazon Servers
Finland shelved its plan to move its election platform to Amazon Web Services (AWS), reflecting Europe's push for digital autonomy amid declining trust in the US.
World’s broadcasters urge EU to tighten rules for big tech in smart TV battle
Global broadcasters are advocating for the EU to strengthen regulations for big tech companies like Google, Amazon, Apple, and Samsung in the smart TV market.
Amazon’s Zoox targets paid robotaxi service as US race heats up
Amazon's Zoox is pushing forward with its commercial rollout of a paid robotaxi service to compete with rivals Waymo and Tesla in the US market. This move indicates the increasing competition and investment in the autonomous vehicle sector.
AWS at 20*: Inside the rise of Amazon's cloud empire, and what's at stake in the AI era
As Amazon marks the 20th anniversary of AWS, GeekWire explores the history of AWS, its dominance in the cloud computing industry, and its challenges in the age of AI.
How to Survive in the Woods: A Novel: Rosenfield, Kat: 9780063467484: Amazon.com: Books
This article is a link to "How to Survive in the Woods: A Novel" by Kat Rosenfield on Amazon.com, where the book is offered with free shipping on qualifying orders.
Amazon.com: Indentured: The Inside Story of the Rebellion Against the NCAA: 9781591846321: Nocera, Joe, Strauss, Ben: Books
This Amazon.com page lists the book "Indentured: The Inside Story of the Rebellion Against the NCAA" by Joe Nocera and Ben Strauss.
Amazon cancels Wheel Of Time after three seasons
Amazon has canceled Wheel Of Time after three seasons, cutting short its adaptation of Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson's book series.
Amazon Acquires Robotics Startup, Boosting Efforts to Streamline Deliveries
Amazon acquired Rivr, an autonomous robotics startup formerly known as Swiss-Mile and valued at $110 million, to improve the efficiency of package deliveries to customers' doors.
Live Starlink, SpaceX, Amazon LEO & GPS Satellite Map
The article provides a live map displaying the positions of Starlink, SpaceX, Amazon LEO, and GPS satellites, along with launch tables and coverage information.
Head of Sports for Prime Video on Turning Black Friday into a Sports Holiday, Plans for NBA Coverage
This YouTube link features the Head of Sports for Prime Video discussing plans for NBA coverage and turning Black Friday into a sports holiday.
Court temporarily allows Perplexity AI shopping 'agents' on Amazon
A U.S. appeals court has temporarily blocked a judge's ruling that restricted Perplexity AI from using its AI-powered shopping tool on Amazon's platform.
Exclusive: Amazon CEO sees AI doubling prior AWS sales projections to $600 billion by 2036
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy anticipates that artificial intelligence could help Amazon Web Services achieve $600 billion in annual sales by 2036, doubling his previous estimate.
Amazon rolls out 1-hour, 3-hour delivery as ultrafast shipping trend grows in the U.S.
Amazon is testing 1-hour and 3-hour delivery options in the U.S. as part of a growing trend towards ultrafast shipping, following substantial investments in same-day delivery capabilities.
Brett Ratner to direct Melania Trump documentary
Brett Ratner, who has been accused of sexual misconduct, will direct a documentary about Melania Trump for Amazon. Ratner hasn't directed a film since 2014's Hercules.
Exclusive: Big Tech companies band together to fight global scams
Tech giants Google, Meta, and Amazon are joining forces in an accord to combat the increasing sophistication and impact of global scams. This collaborative effort reflects a strategic shift towards unified strategies aimed at protecting users and mitigating the growing threat of online fraud.