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Aug 31, 2026
Trump administration sues Amazon: "Charged advertisers $20 billion through manipulation"
Business

Trump administration sues Amazon: "Charged advertisers $20 billion through manipulation"

The US Federal Trade Commission has filed a lawsuit against Amazon, accusing the e-commerce giant of systematically overcharging advertisers. The regulator claims that auction manipulation generated $20 billion in illicit gains.

Aug 23, 2026
05:53Globes
Amazon's machine does not stop on its way to a trillion dollars in revenue (except in Israel)
Business

Amazon's machine does not stop on its way to a trillion dollars in revenue (except in Israel)

According to the internet giant's reports, in 2028 it will surpass the trillion-dollar revenue threshold. Its business model, in which revenue engines feed each other, has become an industry standard for companies like Walmart and platforms like TikTok Shop, which are trying to take a bite out of it. Also in the article: why its presence in Israel is minor compared to retail giants from China.

Aug 21, 2026
14:03Mako
"Someone is getting fired": Amazon's huge blunder with the new movie
Tech

"Someone is getting fired": Amazon's huge blunder with the new movie

The new movie "Mutiny", which was released in theaters this weekend, was accidentally uploaded to Amazon's streaming service and was available for viewing for several hours in Europe and the Middle East. Major US studios are furious about the glitch, which could cost millions of dollars and cause significant problems for international distributors.

Aug 20, 2026
15:31Now14
Almost a trillion dollars: The AI giant preparing for a massive IPO
Startups

Almost a trillion dollars: The AI giant preparing for a massive IPO

The artificial intelligence company Anthropic concludes July with exceptional figures. The company reached an annual revenue run rate of 65 billion dollars, a jump of about 600% compared to the end of 2025. The private company is preparing for its next step: last June, it submitted a confidential prospectus to the US Securities and Exchange Commission for an initial public offering (IPO) at a...

Aug 19, 2026
An AirTag revealed what Amazon is really doing with the rare books it buys
Gadgets & Software

An AirTag revealed what Amazon is really doing with the rare books it buys

A new investigation using an AirTag has revealed that Amazon is purchasing rare books to destroy them. The company uses the scanned content to train its AI models, as high-quality human-written text is considered a valuable resource.

Amazon accelerates drone deliveries: service to expand to 500 cities by year-end
Gadgets & Software

Amazon accelerates drone deliveries: service to expand to 500 cities by year-end

Amazon plans to expand its Prime Air drone delivery service to approximately 500 U.S. cities by the end of the year. This move signals a significant boost for the project initiated 13 years ago.

Aug 18, 2026
12:51Now14
Safety concerns: Amazon removes popular squishy toys from its platform
Consumer

Safety concerns: Amazon removes popular squishy toys from its platform

Popular squishy toys have come under scrutiny by U.S. authorities due to the risk of containing hazardous materials. Amazon has begun removing counterfeit products that fail to meet safety standards and may pose health risks to children.

Aug 17, 2026
22:45ICE
Expected to double their value by 2030: The two stocks marked for a dramatic surge
Markets

Expected to double their value by 2030: The two stocks marked for a dramatic surge

No risky bets: Strong brands with a clear growth path can generate exceptional returns. The tech giant and the sportswear brand that are attracting the attention of analysts.

Aug 13, 2026
Mamdani opens a front against Amazon: demands direct employment of more than 5,000 couriers
Career

Mamdani opens a front against Amazon: demands direct employment of more than 5,000 couriers

New York City Council member Zohran Mamdani has announced his support for a bill requiring Amazon to hire couriers as direct employees. The move aims to curb exploitative employment models in the gig economy.

Aug 12, 2026
14:30Now14
New scam: How they hack your Amazon account to make purchases at your expense
Cybersecurity

New scam: How they hack your Amazon account to make purchases at your expense

Sarah Hartwell, a British Amazon customer, was stunned to discover that her account had been hacked and 26 different orders had been placed without her knowledge, totaling 1,418 pounds. It turned out that scammers were using compromised accounts to fulfill orders placed through their shops on TikTok Shop.

Aug 10, 2026
00:45Now14
Jeff Bezos in Talks to Acquire 30% Stake in Liverpool
Football

Jeff Bezos in Talks to Acquire 30% Stake in Liverpool

Billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is advancing in talks to acquire a stake of about 30% in Liverpool Football Club, BBC Sport has learned. The investment group is led by British-Indian businessman Amit Bhatia and includes Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin.

12:40ICE
Amazon Responds to New York City's Demand to Halt Sales of Dangerous Vehicles
Local News

Amazon Responds to New York City's Demand to Halt Sales of Dangerous Vehicles

Following a series of fatal accidents, the New York City government has demanded that Amazon and other online retailers immediately remove electric bicycles and scooters that exceed legally permitted speeds. Here are the details of the transportation controversy.

Aug 7, 2026
15:44Now14
Outrage in the US: Amazon Built Massive Data Center Without Public Knowledge
Gadgets & Software

Outrage in the US: Amazon Built Massive Data Center Without Public Knowledge

While data center construction often sparks public debate in US cities, the town of Gilroy, California, faced a unique controversy. As reported by The Wall Street Journal, Amazon began construction on a $2 billion project without informing local residents.

Aug 6, 2026
12:09Maariv
After crashing by 96%: The order from Amazon that is boosting the Israeli company
Markets

After crashing by 96%: The order from Amazon that is boosting the Israeli company

Apollo Power received an order from Amazon Europe for a solar project in France worth about 2 million shekels; the stock jumped by about 10%, but is still far from its peaks after losing almost 96% in five years.

09:40ICE
Amazon and Apollo Power: Israeli Project in France Worth 2 Million Shekels
Ecology

Amazon and Apollo Power: Israeli Project in France Worth 2 Million Shekels

Israeli cleantech company Apollo Power will build a solar system at an Amazon logistics center in France, a move that could lead to further projects across Europe.

Aug 5, 2026
12:53Now14
Creatures unknown to science: The project in the Amazon that reveals a hidden world
Science

Creatures unknown to science: The project in the Amazon that reveals a hidden world

The Amazon rainforest hides countless tiny and invisible creatures. Now, an innovative and unprecedented scientific project in Brazil is embarking on a comprehensive journey to count and identify all types of insects living in the forest — from the ground to the highest treetops.

Aug 4, 2026
18:43Globes
Amazon at a peak, Bezos heads to the bank: A massive $4.1 billion divestment
Markets

Amazon at a peak, Bezos heads to the bank: A massive $4.1 billion divestment

Following strong quarterly results, founder Jeff Bezos has filed a plan to sell 15 million shares of Amazon. Bezos remains the company's largest private shareholder with an 8% stake, as Amazon's market capitalization recently surpassed the $3 trillion threshold.

Aug 3, 2026
23:50ICE
Wall Street Drama: Company Wipes Out Half a Trillion Dollars as Others Soar
Markets

Wall Street Drama: Company Wipes Out Half a Trillion Dollars as Others Soar

Apple continues to trade under pressure, losing its second-place global market cap ranking to Alphabet, while Amazon celebrates an unprecedented historical milestone on Wall Street.

Amazon's turnaround: The fifth company on Wall Street to reach a valuation of $3 trillion
Markets

Amazon's turnaround: The fifth company on Wall Street to reach a valuation of $3 trillion

Amazon has crossed a market capitalization of $3 trillion for the first time, becoming only the fifth company in history to reach this milestone. Shares of the e-commerce and cloud computing giant are rising following strong second-quarter results.

17:45ICE
Amazon Celebrates: Crossing the $3 Trillion Milestone
Markets

Amazon Celebrates: Crossing the $3 Trillion Milestone

Amazon has reached a market capitalization of $3 trillion for the first time in its history. This milestone follows strong financial results for the second quarter of 2026 and significant growth in the artificial intelligence sector.

Aug 2, 2026
Million-Dollar Budget Overruns: AI Usage by Employees Inflates Amazon's Costs
Markets

Million-Dollar Budget Overruns: AI Usage by Employees Inflates Amazon's Costs

Errors in AI implementation and a lack of oversight have led to multi-million dollar unplanned expenses at Amazon. Employees' indiscriminate use of AI models caused a significant spike in token consumption costs.

Amazon completes $50 billion investment in OpenAI and increases its stake to 5%
AI

Amazon completes $50 billion investment in OpenAI and increases its stake to 5%

Amazon has completed its $50 billion investment in OpenAI after transferring $35 billion in the second quarter. The tech giant now holds a 5% stake in the AI company.

Jul 30, 2026
23:06Globes
Amazon Crushes Forecasts; Shares Surge in After-Hours Trading
Markets

Amazon Crushes Forecasts; Shares Surge in After-Hours Trading

Amazon published its financial results for the second quarter of 2026, beating analyst expectations for revenue and earnings. Following the report, the company's stock rose by 8% in after-hours trading.

Jul 28, 2026
Amazon vs. Starlink: Launching a Satellite Constellation for Mobile Connectivity
Space

Amazon vs. Starlink: Launching a Satellite Constellation for Mobile Connectivity

Amazon plans to launch a constellation of over 5,000 satellites to provide internet services to mobile devices worldwide. This initiative aims to compete directly with Elon Musk's Starlink service.

Jul 27, 2026
Amazon Plans to Launch Over 5,105 Satellites for Direct-to-Device Connectivity
Space

Amazon Plans to Launch Over 5,105 Satellites for Direct-to-Device Connectivity

Amazon has applied to the FCC to launch 5,105 internet satellites for a direct-to-device (D2D) network. This system will enable smartphones to connect directly to satellites without terrestrial antennas.

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