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Amazon

E-commerce, cloud computing, and digital services company

amazon.com

Headquarters: Seattle, United States
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 750,000+
Industry: Online Services

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Latest news about Amazon

In short: Amazon expanded AI and employee investments while facing scrutiny over labor practices, product safety, and a fatal cargo plane crash.

Company announcements

Today Amazon

Amazon raises U.S. core operations pay to $20/hour and adds new benefits

New perks include a lifetime banking benefit via Day 1 Financial and uncapped grocery discounts at Whole Foods Market starting October 1, 2026.

September 9 Amazon

Amazon appoints cybersecurity veteran Kevin Mandia to its board

The appointment underscores the company's commitment to strengthening digital security leadership amid growing global cyber threats.

September 9 Amazon

Amazon takes delivery of first Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 in Germany

The delivery is part of an order for more than 200 trucks. By the end of 2026, more than 50 vehicles are to be in operation. This supports decarbonization.

August 31 Amazon

Amazon defends its Sponsored Ads auction model against FTC claims

Amazon highlights improved advertiser returns and flat click costs to refute accusations of deceptive pricing and anti-competitive auction mechanics.

Media coverage

Yesterday Insurance Journal

Amazon s AWS Facilities in Bahrain, UAE Still Not Restored From Iran War Damage

Amazon Web Services cannot restore access to its cloud-computing facility in Bahrain and one of...

September 13 The Verge

Movie Reviews From Day 3 of TIFF 2026 Highlight Diverse Filmmaking

Andrew Webster reviews five films including Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother and In Alaska at the Toronto International Film Festival.

September 13 MSN

What the Anthropic IPO Means for Amazon and Alphabet Investors

The IPO could break records and send profits at Amazon and Alphabet soaring.

September 13 Fortune

Amazon workers on food stamps triple despite record revenue

A GAO report reveals a sharp rise in Amazon employees using SNAP and Medicaid, highlighting the broader economic trend of shrinking labor shares.

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