December 23, 2024 Amazon and Starbucks strikes: Trump’s return puts pressure on unions However, Trump has given some signs that he might be friendlier to labor during his second term compared to his first term. BY Associated Press Amazon delivery drivers and Starbucks baristas are on strike in a handful of U.S. cities as they seek … Continue reading Amazon and Starbucks strikes: Trump’s return puts pressure on unions
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Amazon Ring: Real And Raw Works
Amazon Ring: Real And Raw Works by Laurie Sullivan , Staff Writer @lauriesullivan, December 13, 2024 My Ring doorbell in Wyoming has captured some amazing live wildlife images. Each time the Ring detects motion it sends a signal to my phone. Most recently, a red fox scurried across my front porch. I don’t pay for Ring’s … Continue reading Amazon Ring: Real And Raw Works
Amazon workers in India join Black Friday strike
The walkout on Black Friday, which starts one of the biggest shopping weekends of the year, was repeated at Amazon warehouses in other countries. BY Associated Press Amazon staff in India have joined strike action calling for better wages and working conditions as the company prepares for one of the busiest shopping periods of the year. … Continue reading Amazon workers in India join Black Friday strike
$4 billion more: Amazon deepens its bet on generative AI with Anthropic
Anthropic’s safety-first approach to AI development aligns with Amazon’s strategy to lead in both innovation and ethical AI. BY Sarah Bregel Competition among generative AI companies is heating up. On Friday, Amazon announced it would invest another $4 billion in the generative AI company, Anthropic. In little more than a year, the tech giant has now … Continue reading $4 billion more: Amazon deepens its bet on generative AI with Anthropic
Anthropic will use AWS AI chips after $4 billion Amazon investment
Anthropic will use AWS AI chips after $4 billion Amazon investment Amazon’s in-house chips will take cycles from NVIDIA’s ubiquitous silicon. igor bonifacic Sat, Nov 23, 2024 Amazon, Anthropic Amazon is doubling its investment in Anthropic. The e-commerce giant will provide Anthropic with an additional $4 billion in funding on top of … Continue reading Anthropic will use AWS AI chips after $4 billion Amazon investment
NLRB bans mandatory anti-union meetings after Amazon complaint
November 14, 2024 NLRB bans mandatory anti-union meetings after Amazon complaint The National Labor Relations Board said that so-called ‘captive audience meetings,’ which have been legal for decades and are routine during union campaigns, illegally interfere with workers’ rights to freely choose whether or not to unionize. BY Reuters Amazon.com made unlawful promises and threats during … Continue reading NLRB bans mandatory anti-union meetings after Amazon complaint
Amazon Holiday Ad Tells Us What The World Needs Now
Amazon Holiday Ad Tells Us What The World Needs Now by Laurie Sullivan , Staff Writer @lauriesullivan, November 8, 2024 If you’re an advertiser looking to spread cheer this holiday season, pay attention to the underlying message in Amazon’s holiday ad released this week. The theme of the ad has meaning for many across the United … Continue reading Amazon Holiday Ad Tells Us What The World Needs Now
Amazon turns to everyday essentials to compete with Temu and Shein
November 01, 2024 Amazon turns to everyday essentials to compete with Temu and Shein Amazon has seen its market share erode in apparel as Shein and Temu quickly expanded in international markets, but offering a variety of everyday essentials like dish detergent and floss is helping. BY Reuters Amazon‘s push to offer more everyday essentials like … Continue reading Amazon turns to everyday essentials to compete with Temu and Shein
Amazon Immersive Holiday Shops Wrapped In GAI
Amazon Immersive Holiday Shops Wrapped In GAI by Laurie Sullivan , Staff Writer @lauriesullivan, November 1, 2024 A day after Amazon reported its net revenue rose 11% to nearly $159 billion and net income jumped 55% to $15 billion in Q3 2024, the company announced an immersive online shopping experience that highlights some of its innovative and intense … Continue reading Amazon Immersive Holiday Shops Wrapped In GAI
Amazon Dethrones Google As Top Destination For Holiday Inspiration
Amazon Dethrones Google As Top Destination For Holiday Inspiration by Laurie Sullivan , Staff Writer @lauriesullivan, October 29, 2024 Holiday research and gift buying has been turned on its head this year, with technology suggesting to consumers where, what and how much they should pay for products. Some research suggests consumers have already begun to see … Continue reading Amazon Dethrones Google As Top Destination For Holiday Inspiration