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Big Tech Earnings This Week: What Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft Could Tell Us
- Big Tech earnings reports provide insights into the economy, business focus, and future technology trends.
- Positive earnings reports from companies like Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft can boost the stock market and impact retirement savings, hiring, and spending decisions.
- Investors are interested in Amazon's performance, particularly in their cloud business, Amazon Web Services.
- Meta's strong ad sales on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp has helped the company recover, but investors are wary of its ability to remain cool and profitable.
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Why Coloring Books on Amazon KDP Are Secretly Killing Your Profits?
- Creating coloring books on Amazon KDP may harm your publishing business.
- The barrier to entry for coloring books on Amazon KDP has dropped to zero, leading to a flood of competition.
- Just like lined notebooks, coloring books are being overshadowed and ignored.
- The rapid growth and power of AI have made the collapse of coloring books imminent.
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According to a FTC Lawsuit, Amazon Ranks Its Own Products First
- The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Amazon, alleging that the company ranks its own products ahead of competitors in search results, even when competitor products are of superior quality.
- The lawsuit accuses Amazon of stifling competition by punishing sellers who offer cheaper alternatives and requiring sellers to use Amazon's fulfillment service for faster shipping.
- The FTC's claims are based on a 2021 investigation by The Markup, which found that Amazon-owned brands or exclusive products consistently ranked higher in search results than competitors, regardless of customer ratings or reviews.
- Amazon denies the allegations and has stated that the practices being challenged have led to increased competition and innovation in the retail industry.
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Amazon Is Selling Rawlings' Bucket of Baseballs for $30 Right Now, and Shoppers Say They're Excellent for Practice
- Amazon is offering a deal on Rawlings 24-Count OLB3 Baseball Bucket, currently priced at $30, was $50.
- The bucket includes 24 Rawlings practice balls, which are perfect for practice, casual games, and catch.
- The balls have a synthetic leather cover for an easy grip and a solid cork and rubber center.
- Over 5,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, and more than 10,000 buckets sold in the last month.
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These are the hardest companies to interview for, according to Glassdoor
- Tech giants like Google, Meta, and Nvidia have the toughest job interviews with multiple rounds and assessments.
- Google is notorious for its demanding interview process involving assessments, phone calls, projects, and multiple rounds of interviews.
- Other industries also have tough interviews, including luxury carmakers like Rolls-Royce and companies like Bacardi with unconventional interview questions.
- According to Glassdoor data, tech giants, luxury carmakers, and various reputable companies have challenging job interviews.
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Amazon Invests $41 Million in Amazon Pay India
- Amazon has invested Rs 350 crore (about $41 million) in Amazon Pay India.
- Amazon Pay is aiming to gain market share in the Indian digital payments market, currently dominated by PhonePe and Google Pay.
- The company has received a payment aggregator license and a prepaid payments instrument/wallet license from the Reserve Bank of India.
- Amazon is competing with other platforms in various services like bill payments, UPI transactions, and insurance premium payments.
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DeWalt's 'Powerful' but 'Quiet' Shop Vac With 'Seriously Impressive' Suction Power Is Over 30% Off on Amazon
- The DeWalt 5-Gallon Stealthsonic Shop Vacuum is currently on sale for $133, down from $200 on Amazon.
- It has received 43 five-star ratings and has been praised for its quiet operation, ease of maneuverability, and powerful suction.
- The vacuum comes with a range of accessories, including extension wands, a washable cartridge filter, disposable dust bag, and multiple attachments.
- The sale is expected to be for a limited time, so those interested in purchasing should act quickly.
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DeWalt's 21-Piece Drill Bit Set Is 50% Off on Amazon, and Shoppers Say It'll 'Stay Sharp' After Years of Use
- DeWalt's 21-Piece Drill Bit Set is currently 50% off on Amazon.
- The drill bit set has over 3,900 five-star ratings on Amazon.
- Shoppers mention that the drill bits are durable and stay sharp.
- The set has a brushed finish, black oxide coating, and a sturdy case for storage.
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Wicked Director And Deadpool Writers Join Split Fiction Movie
- A live-action movie adaptation of Split Fiction, EA and Hazelight’s recently released co-op game, is in the works, with the director of Wicked set to helm the film.
- Sydney Sweeney, known for her role in Euphoria, is set to star in the adaptation, although the character she will play has not been revealed.
- The screenplay for the movie will be written by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, who previously worked on Deadpool and Wolverine.
- The production company Story Kitchen, known for their work on Sonic and Tomb Raider adaptations, is helping develop the Split Fiction movie.
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What Amazon, Meta, Uber, Anthropic and Others Want in the US AI Action Plan
- Various tech giants, startups, and companies like Amazon, Meta, Uber, Anthropic, Microsoft, Mistral AI, CrowdStrike, and JPMorgan Chase have shared their perspectives on U.S. AI regulation and growth.
- Amazon advocates for energy infrastructure investments, global AI leadership, workforce education in AI, and AI adoption in government agencies.
- Anthropic calls for AI threat testing, chip export controls, energy focus for AI, and monitoring economic impacts of AI.
- Meta highlights the importance of open-source AI models, fair use clarity, federal agency adoption of open models, and warns against stifling innovation with state rules.
- Microsoft emphasizes enhancing computational and energy resources, accessing high-quality data, promoting trust and security, and upskilling the workforce for an AI-driven economy.
- Mistral AI supports open-source innovation, advocates against monopolies, promotes global chip trade, and encourages global AI cooperation.
- Uber stresses the importance of avoiding overregulation on low-risk AI, eliminating patchwork state rules, using existing laws, and adopting a risk-based framework for AI regulations.
- CrowdStrike focuses on AI for cybersecurity, urges AI regulation that doesn't hinder innovation, and emphasizes protecting AI systems and training data.
- JPMorgan Chase calls for greater AI governance, suggests using existing frameworks, sector-specific AI regulation, leveling the playing field for non-banks, and unifying federal and state regulation.
- Overall, these companies aim to shape U.S. AI policy by advocating for infrastructure investments, open innovation, regulatory consistency, and workforce development to drive AI growth.
- Their recommendations focus on areas like energy, chip controls, open-source models, workforce education, cybersecurity, and harmonizing regulatory frameworks across federal and state levels.
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Pricier appliances, snacks, and electronics: Amazon sellers are raising prices on some of the site's most popular items
- Amazon sellers are raising prices on some of the site's most popular items.
- Data from SmartScout shows that sellers have raised prices on nearly 900 top-selling products on Amazon to all-time highs.
- The average increase in prices for these listings is 29%, with a quarter of the sellers based in China.
- The price increases come in response to tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, forcing sellers to explore higher prices or diversify their supply chains.
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Amazon India organises free health-checks for 80,000 delivery personnel by 2025
- Amazon India has launched a health initiative to support the well-being of over 80,000 of its delivery associates and partners.
- The initiative includes organizing free medical camps at last-mile delivery stations, offering preventive healthcare services.
- The camps provide services like eye and dental check-ups, BMI assessments, and consultations with general physicians.
- Amazon plans to expand the network to 100 centres by 2025.
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Motorola officially unveils Razr 60 Ultra, Amazon-backed Slate reveals $27K EV pick-up
- Motorola introduces new Razr models and Edge smartphones, featuring the flagship Razr 60 Ultra with enhanced durability and brighter displays.
- Leaked images suggest the upcoming iPhone 17 Air will be insanely thin, sacrificing battery capacity and featuring only one rear camera.
- Social media companies in the UK may face fines up to £60,000 for not removing knife crime-related posts, expanding on previous plans to fine tech executives.
- Backed by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, American EV startup Slate unveils a low-cost compact pick-up truck, named Truck, with a base price starting at $27,000.
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Amazon and Walmart Battle for the Hybrid Shopper
- Amazon and Walmart are engaged in a competitive battle to cater to the hybrid shopper, blending physical and digital commerce seamlessly.
- Consumer behavior indicates a shift towards holding both Amazon Prime and Walmart+ subscriptions, driven by value and convenience rather than brand loyalty.
- Walmart is rapidly expanding its logistics and delivery networks to cover 95% of U.S. households by 2024, utilizing innovative solutions like drone delivery.
- Both retail giants are investing heavily in infrastructure and technology to enhance customer experience and compete in the evolving market.
- Amazon is focusing on building new logistics facilities and advancing AI-powered systems, while Walmart leverages data for delivery optimization.
- The current economic challenges such as inflation and supply chain disruptions are influencing strategic decisions by Amazon and Walmart.
- Amazon is recalibrating expansion plans due to economic uncertainties, while Walmart is prioritizing cost competitiveness and discount strategies.
- Amid AI adoption growth, AWS is implementing rate limits to manage demand effectively and ensure fair access to resources.
- The ability to adapt quickly to changing market conditions is highlighted as crucial for companies to stay competitive and thrive in the retail landscape.
- The competition between Amazon and Walmart promises a future of enhanced choice, convenience, and the integration of physical and digital commerce for consumers.
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Under Armour’s 'Comfortable' Running Shoes Are Just $45 on Amazon, and Shoppers Say They're Perfect for Daily Runs
- The Under Armour Charged Surge 4 Running Shoes are on sale at Amazon for just $45, down from their $65 original price tag.
- The shoe boasts over 2,600 five-star ratings on the site, making it one of the top 10 bestselling road running sneakers on Amazon.
- The sneakers are available in 24 colors, with the black colorway having the steepest discount.
- The Under Armour Charged Surge 4 Sneaker is a popular and comfortable option for everyday use and running, according to reviews from shoppers.
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