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Amazon Suit Challenges Product Safety Watchdog’s Constitutionality
- Amazon has filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of a regulator ruling on product recalls.
- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission found Amazon responsible for recalls of items sold on its site.
- Amazon argues it acts as a "third-party logistics provider" and should not be held liable for recalls of third-party products.
- The suit also claims the regulator, CPSC, is an "unconstitutionally structured agency" and overstepped its authority.
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This Metal Storage Shed Is Now Nearly 50% Off on Amazon, and It Fits Tools, Bikes, and Other Gear 'Perfectly'
- The Aecojoy 6 x 6 ft. Outdoor Metal Storage Shed is now on sale for $220 on Amazon, a 45% discount on its full price of $400.
- This top-selling shed is made of metal and offers superior stability and durability.
- It has a 36-square-foot capacity and a double-door design for easy access. It is rated to handle wind speeds up to 70 mph.
- Customers praise the shed for its quality, sturdy construction, and resistance to wind and rain.
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I just returned from my second voyage to space on Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin. The 10-minute trip changed my perspective on life.
- Tech veteran Lane Bess has been to space twice on Blue Origin.
- Bess reflects on how each trip renewed his sense of life's importance.
- He emphasizes the need for visionary investments in space technology and exploration.
- Lane Bess is a tech industry veteran, founder of Bess Ventures, and CEO of Deep Instinct.
- Having no financial ties to Blue Origin, Bess shares his space journey experiences.
- Bess highlights observations about global politics and the human potential for unity.
- He expresses concerns about power dynamics among world leaders and its impact.
- Lane Bess advocates for broader participation in shaping humanity's future.
- Bess discusses his lifelong passion for rockets and space exploration.
- He mentions the intense training and preparations involved before his Blue Origin flights.
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Exclusive: 20% of Americans support boycott of firms aligning themselves with Trump agenda
- One in five Americans plan to turn their backs on companies that align with Trump's agenda, according to a poll.
- The backlash could have a lasting impact on brands like Amazon, Target, and Tesla.
- The demographic breakdown shows variations in participation among generations, races, and political views.
- Top reasons for boycotting include showcasing consumer economic power, expressing dissatisfaction with government policies, and companies rolling back diversity policies.
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang joked about something that could cost his biggest customers billions of dollars
- Nvidia's new Blackwell GPUs make older Hopper models less useful, affecting cloud giants.
- Rapid tech advancements may force cloud giants to adjust asset depreciation, denting earnings.
- Amazon leads in adjusting server lifespan, Meta and Google could see profit hits.
- Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang jokingly mentioned that Blackwell GPUs would make Hoppers undesirable, causing potential problems for big customers.
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Amazon's No. 1 Bestselling Pruning Shears With Over 38,000 5-Star Ratings Are Just $14 Ahead of Spring Yard Work
- Amazon is offering a discount of over 30% on the Fiskars Bypass Pruning Shears, which are currently priced at $14, down from $21.
- The Fiskars pruning shears are the No. 1 bestselling pair on Amazon, with over 38,000 five-star ratings.
- Made from precision-ground steel, these shears can easily cut through branches up to 5/8-inch thick, and have a self-cleaning sap groove to prevent blade clogging.
- With comfortable handles and versatile cutting options, the Fiskars Bypass Pruning Shears are a highly recommended tool for yard work.
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Zoox CTO: Why Self-Driving Cars Are So Hard to Get Right
- Achieving autonomy in self-driving cars is a challenging endeavor, as evidenced by Zoox's CTO Jesse Levinson's insights.
- The quest for fully autonomous vehicles has proven difficult and costly, with Zoox facing unexpected braking issues leading to a recall of vehicles.
- Zoox's decision to innovate by removing traditional car components like steering wheels and pedals led to internal debates.
- The company aims to differentiate itself from those with driver-assistance systems by re-imagining the concept of a car.
- Zoox's autonomous vehicles lack a conventional front or back and utilize LED lights and a speaker array for communication.
- The vehicles offer unique features like seats facing each other, individual climate control, and advanced technology for safety and comfort.
- Zoox integrates redundancies inspired by aviation technology, ensuring safety and backup systems for various components.
- Advanced sensor systems such as cameras, LiDAR, and radar help the vehicle perceive its surroundings and make informed decisions.
- Smooth driving in complex environments poses a challenge due to the plethora of objects the vehicle perceives, requiring careful engineering.
- Struggling with technical challenges and funding, Zoox was acquired by Amazon in 2020, providing the necessary resources for further development.
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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy criticizes manager fiefdoms and stresses the need for 'meritocracy' in a leaked recording
- Amazon CEO Andy Jassy wants to reduce management layers and bureaucracy.
- Jassy stressed the need for building a culture of speed and meritocracy.
- Amazon is actively changing how it thinks about promotions, focusing on leaders who achieve more with fewer resources.
- Jassy encourages employees to act like owners and stay aware of industry competition.
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Alexa Plus is coming to almost every Echo — but your favorite skill might not make the cut
- Alexa Plus, a new advanced voice assistant, is set to launch in an early access preview in the near future and will be compatible with certain Echo devices and Fire products.
- Older Echo models like the first-gen Echo Dot, Echo, and Echo Show will not receive the Alexa Plus upgrade initially, although compatibility might be extended to them later on.
- Users in the US with select Show devices can access Alexa Plus through a sign-up process on Amazon’s Alexa Plus landing page.
- Initially free during early access, Alexa Plus will later require a $19.99 monthly subscription or an Amazon Prime membership.
- Alexa Plus, powered by generative AI, offers enhanced capabilities such as natural language processing, memory of preferences, emotional response recognition, and more conversational interactions.
- The new Alexa Plus can handle multiple commands simultaneously and perform complex tasks like ordering groceries or scheduling appointments.
- While most previous Alexa skills will be supported on Alexa Plus, not all 160,000 existing skills will be available at launch.
- Developers can request their skills to be added to Alexa Plus or create new ones, but detailed guidelines for transitioning skills have not been fully released.
- Amazon's focus on Alexa Plus might impact monetization for developers as the new assistant prioritizes direct integration with APIs and online services.
- The future of the original Alexa remains uncertain, as Amazon shifts its attention towards promoting the capabilities of Alexa Plus to users.
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Here are the best deals you can already grab from Amazon’s spring sales event
- Amazon's Big Spring Sale event runs from March 25th to March 31st, featuring discounts on various items including tech gadgets, gardening supplies, and bedding.
- The sale offers savings on security cameras, smartwatches, portable speakers, and more, with deals already available before the official start date.
- Highlighted deals include discounts on Beats Studio Pro headphones, Beats Studio Buds Plus earbuds, Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e headphones, and Amazon's ad-supported Fire HD 10 tablet.
- JBL Charge 5 and Sonos Era 100 also have discounted prices during the event, along with Ring's Indoor Cam and Garmin's InReach Mini 2.
- The Beats Studio Pro headphones offer transparency mode, spatial audio, and lossless playback, catering to both iOS and Android users with native software support.
- Beats Studio Buds Plus are noise-canceling earbuds with a sleek design and discounted price, suitable for both iOS and Android users.
- Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e headphones are praised for their sound quality, build, and physical controls, offering a discounted price during the sale.
- Amazon's Fire HD 10 tablet, JBL Charge 5 speaker, Sonos Era 100 speaker, Ring Indoor Cam, and Garmin InReach Mini 2 are also part of the discounted lineup.
- The featured products span various categories, providing options for those looking for tech gadgets, audio equipment, security cameras, and outdoor accessories.
- Whether you're in need of wireless headphones, smart speakers, or home security devices, the Amazon spring sale presents opportunities to save on popular brands and products.
- Check out the ongoing deals to take advantage of the discounts before the sales event concludes on March 31st.
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AWS, Salesforce Execs See a ‘Fully AI World’ With ‘Limitless Labor’
- Executives from AWS, Salesforce, and Oracle anticipate that AI agents will revolutionize the workforce.
- AI agents are expected to handle tasks like customer service, software navigation, decision-making, and automation.
- These agents can reason, plan tasks, and carry out functions on behalf of humans and systems.
- Examples include automating drug research, accelerating credit risk reporting, and enhancing customer service.
- Salesforce's AI platform, Agentforce, has seen significant demand, signaling a shift towards 'limitless labor pools.'
- AI agents are utilized internally and externally, interacting with customers, employees, and functioning in the background.
- Companies like Wiley Publishing and Pfizer have reported increased customer satisfaction and efficiency due to AI agents.
- Oracle embeds AI agents across various departments to automate processes and enhance roles like HR, finance, and supply chain.
- Executives believe that AI agents will transform employment by streamlining workflows, reducing training times, and unlocking employees from mundane tasks.
- While job displacement may occur, the executives emphasize the creation of new opportunities and redeployment of employees into higher-value roles.
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'Harry Potter' and 'Spider-Man' Producers Could Reboot Next James Bond
- Amy Pascal and David Heyman are rumored to be in talks with Amazon MGM to take over the production of the James Bond film franchise.
- Pascal, known for overseeing successful Spider-Man films, and Heyman, known for his work on the Harry Potter franchise, would be responsible for the new Bond films.
- The priority is to make a 007 movie before considering any spinoff series.
- While this news is not confirmed, it brings cautious optimism for Bond fans.
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Split Fiction Movie Rights Up For Grabs In Hollywood Bidding War
- The hit video game Split Fiction is currently at the center of a bidding war for its movie rights among various Hollywood studios.
- Media company Story Kitchen is developing the Hollywood film adaptation, with multiple top studios making offers for the rights.
- The film rights for Hazelight's previous co-op game, It Takes Two, were also sold by Story Kitchen and is currently being developed by Amazon.
- Split Fiction, which launched to rave reviews, has received widespread acclaim and popularity among gamers with over 250,000 concurrent players on Steam.
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This ergonomic mouse can reduce wrist strain — Get $15 off the Logitech Lift
- The Logitech Lift Wireless Ergonomic Mouse is 21% off now at Amazon.
- The mouse's vertical design helps mitigate hand and wrist pain.
- It has a two-year battery life and ultra-quiet clicks.
- With the current discount, the Logitech Lift is priced at $55 on Amazon.
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James Bond: Amazon recruiting Spider-Man & Harry Potter producers for next movie
- Amazon is recruiting Amy Pascal and David Heyman to produce the next James Bond movie for Amazon MGM Studios.
- Amy Pascal, known for producing the Spider-Man movies, and David Heyman, known for producing the Harry Potter movies, are the top choices for Amazon executives.
- Amazon plans to release the next Bond movie in theaters before developing any spinoffs or TV shows.
- Christopher Nolan is rumored to be the top choice as the director for the next James Bond movie.
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