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NRF reveals the 2025 Top 50 Global Retailers
According to Mark Mathews, NRF’s Executive Director of Research, the latest rankings highlight a year of resilience and adaptation in the retail sector.
Amazon awards $16 million in tuition for U.S. CS students
Since its inception in 2019, the Amazon Future Engineer program has awarded 1,650 scholarships.
Amazon recognized as one of LinkedIn's top U.S. companies for 2025
LinkedIn cites Amazon's emphasis on skills training and growth opportunities as key factors in its continued recognition.
Amazon’s ‘Buy for Me’ expands shopping beyond its own store
'Buy for Me' lets customers discover and purchase select products from participating brand websites directly through the Amazon Shopping app.
Amazon launches Amazon Haul for budget-friendly shopping
Launched in beta in November, Amazon Haul offers U.S. customers an extensive selection of fashion, home, lifestyle, electronics, and other products, all priced at $20 or less.
Amazon’s MK30 drone ready for liftoff following safety tests
With FAA certification secured, Amazon’s MK30 drone is poised to scale its delivery operations.
Fast Company praises Amazon’s AI-powered Rufus for retail innovation
Compared to other AI-powered retail tools, Rufus integrates Amazon’s extensive product database, allowing for more precise and tailored search results.
Amazon’s Big Spring Sale offers major discounts from March 25-31
The sale features deals across more than 35 categories, allowing customers to save up to 40% on select items in apparel, beauty, home essentials, and outdoor gear.
Amazon restructures grocery business and lays off employees
Amazon's physical retail operations have faced challenges in recent years. Due to economic headwinds, Amazon Fresh paused the expansion of new locations in 2023.
FTC withdraws request for delay in Amazon antitrust trial
FTC attorney Jonathan Cohen retracted his previous statement in a letter to U.S. District Judge John Chun in Seattle.
FTC requests delay of Amazon antitrust trial
“We have lost employees in the agency, in our division, and on our case team,“ FTC attorney Jonathan Cohen stated.
Whole Foods CEO Jason Buechel to Lead Amazon’s Worldwide Grocery Stores Division
Buechel will manage Amazon’s extensive grocery portfolio, which includes Whole Foods, Amazon Fresh, and other initiatives.
Amazon to replace Try Before You Buy Program with AI tools
Amazon ends its home try-on service as AI-powered tools take the lead in improving the online shopping experience.
Retailers offer support to wildfire-impacted communities
Amazon, Kroger, and CVS Health mobilize resources to aid and support communities devastated by the Los Angeles wildfires.
Amazon Autos launches in 48 cities
Amazon Autos allows customers in select cities to purchase Hyundai vehicles online from local dealers.