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The Commission said its investigation would look into Amazon’s data agreements with marketplace sellers. (Photo: ANI)

Amazon under EU antitrust fire over use of merchant data

US tech firms Amazon, Google and Facebook have been in the regulatory spotlight.

18 Jul 2019 8:23 PM

The French parliament earlier this month passed a new law that will tax digital giants on revenue accrued inside the country, even if their European headquarters are elsewhere, in a move that will affect huge US groups Google, Apple, Facebook, Uber and Amazon. (Photo: File | ANI)

G7 ministers reach consensus on taxing tech giants like Google, Amazon: France

G7 ministers 'fully supported a two-pillar solution to be adopted by 2020', said a statement from France.

18 Jul 2019 5:47 PM

Amazon workers walked out of a main distribution center in Minnesota on Monday, protesting for improved working conditions during the e-commerce titan's major 'Prime' shopping event. (Photo: File)

'We're human, not robots': Amazon workers strike as 'Prime' sales arrive

US Democratic presidential contenders Kamila Harris and Bernie Sanders were among those who expressed support for the strikers on Twitter.

16 Jul 2019 9:38 AM

Priced at Rs 49,999, the iPhone XR is available in six wonderful colours — Black, White, Coral, Yellow, Blue and (Product) Red.

Apple iPhone XR India huge slashed prices revealed; grab it right now

As part of the Amazon Prime Day discounts, the Apple iPhone XR price has been slashed and is available at an unbeatable price.

15 Jul 2019 7:47 AM

With its 5.5-inch display, rich sound, HD camera, and built-in camera shutter, Echo Show 5 lets you see visuals and do more with Alexa around the home.

Amazon Echo Show 5 to sell at its lowest price ever on Prime Day Sale

Priced at Rs 8,999, the Echo Show 5 will be available on Prime Day at its lowest price ever.

14 Jul 2019 12:27 PM

The iPhone XR comes with a 6.1-inch Liquid Retina Display and has IP67 water and dust resistant certifications.

Apple iPhone India prices slashed, up to Rs 40,000 off

As a part of the Amazon Prime Day sale, the Apple iPhone XR, iPhone 6S and iPhone 7 prices have been slashed.

13 Jul 2019 3:04 PM

Between allies, we can, and we should, solve our differences without using threats, French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said. (Photo: Representational))

France adopts pioneering tax on tech giants like Google, Amazon, Facebook & Uber after US threat

Global tax rules should be updated for the digital age, Internet Association's Jordan Haas.

12 Jul 2019 12:51 PM

Amazon Prime Day sale to feature 500 new products by small and medium businesses

The third edition of Amazon Prime Day sale will be held on July 15-16.

11 Jul 2019 10:52 PM

The deal could ease pressure on the NHS by reducing the need to visit a doctor.

Coming down with a cold? Alexa’s got you covered

The plan is to give patients - especially the elderly, blind and those unable to access the internet through traditional means.

11 Jul 2019 2:01 PM

The announcement arrives after a federal court in Philadelphia ruled that Amazon can be held responsible for defective products. (Photo: ANI)

Amazon expands Transparency in India

The Transparency service is a way of unique serialization of every product to tackle and prevent counterfeits throughout the supply chain.

11 Jul 2019 8:06 AM

The aim is to reduce the pressure on the NHS by providing information for common illnesses.

Amazon's Alexa will offer medical advice

Users can ask questions such as "Alexa, how do I treat a migraine?" or "Alexa, what are the symptoms of flu?

11 Jul 2019 7:55 AM

Google noted that starting today, users will be able to watch Amazon Prime Video on Chromecast and Android TV devices.

You can now watch Amazon Prime Video on Chromecast, Android TV

Users will be able to access the official YouTube app on select Amazon Fire TV devices as well.

11 Jul 2019 7:41 AM

Upgrade your home with Alexa enabled Smart Home products available on the Amazon India website with exclusive offers during the Prime Day sale.

Amazon Prime Day - Upto 50 per cent off on Alexa smart home devices

Amazon Prime Day sale is the perfect opportunity for you to join a world where you can relax and unwind with smart technology.

10 Jul 2019 3:36 PM

You can already find what you want to watch on Fire TV, with access to all your favourites from Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Hotstar, Voot, Zee5, SonyLIV, TVFPlay, and more.

Now Fire TV users can stream videos on the official YouTube App

Also from now, you can watch Amazon Prime Video on Chromecast and Android TV devices.

10 Jul 2019 3:01 PM

The internet satellites will use Ka-band frequencies like the ones Iridium is using in its satellites.

Amazon internet satellites are the next big thing in tech

Amazon wants to get the ball rolling and propositions the FCC for permission to launch its internet satellites.

08 Jul 2019 1:30 PM

Amazon.in, which is locked in an intense battle for market leadership against Walmart-owned Flipkart, has over 3,500 products in its large appliances category consisting of TVs, ACs, refrigerators and washing machines, along with over 1.2 lakh products under the furniture range.

Amazon to launch specialised fulfilment centres in Patna, Guwahati

With these launches, Amazon will now have more than 50 FCs with more than 20 million cubic feet storage.

07 Jul 2019 5:12 PM

He retains a 12 per cent stake worth USD 114.8 billion and remains the world’s richest person. (Photo:AP)

Amazon founder Bezos' settles divorce with USD 38 billion

The couple announced their plan to divorce in a joint Twitter statement in January.

07 Jul 2019 10:56 AM

Amazon's Bezos finalises divorce with USD 38 bn settlement: report

Under the agreement, MacKenzie Bezos, 49, will receive approximately 19.7 million Amazon.com shares.

06 Jul 2019 9:48 AM

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping struck a truce at last weekend’s Group of 20 summit in Japan.

HP, Dell, other tech firms plan to move out of China

Microsoft Corp, Alphabet Inc, Amazon.com Inc, Sony Corp and Nintendo Co Ltd are also looking at moving.

04 Jul 2019 1:39 PM

Amazon earned about USD 11 billion in revenue from services it provided to third-party sellers for the quarter ended in March.

Amazon can be held liable for third-party seller goods

In addition to selling its own inventory, Amazon allows third-party vendors to list products for sale on its website.

04 Jul 2019 12:22 PM

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