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5 Cancer Survivors Cross Costa Rica for Amazon Documentary
Community HeroesJun 8

5 Cancer Survivors Cross Costa Rica for Amazon Documentary

Five Spanish women who beat cancer trekked 160 miles across Costa Rica by bike, foot, raft and kayak for a documentary coming to Amazon Prime Video. Their journey through rainforests and rivers will showcase both human resilience and Costa Rica's stunning landscapes to viewers worldwide.

Tico Times Costa Rica3 min read
Amazon Brings Satellite Internet to South Africa
InnovationJan 20

Amazon Brings Satellite Internet to South Africa

Amazon is launching its satellite internet service in South Africa before year's end, partnering with local providers to bring fast broadband to underserved communities. While competitor Starlink remains stuck in regulatory limbo, Amazon's partnership approach could give it a smoother path to connecting millions.

Techpoint Africa2 min read
Amazon Drones Will Reach Nearly 500 U.S. Cities by 2026
Videos4d ago

Amazon Drones Will Reach Nearly 500 U.S. Cities by 2026

Amazon is bringing 30-minute drone delivery to nearly 500 American cities by the end of 2026, a sixfold expansion that will put ultrafast delivery within reach of tens of millions of people. The service already delivered hundreds of thousands of packages this year.

The Robot Report3 min read
Amazon Hides 24,000 Ancient Structures, Study Reveals
Global NewsJul 29

Amazon Hides 24,000 Ancient Structures, Study Reveals

Researchers flying over Brazil's Amazon discovered 396 previously unknown ancient earthworks, suggesting up to 30,000 structures remain hidden beneath the forest canopy. The findings hint that millions of people once lived sustainably in the Amazon, rewriting what we know about pre-colonial civilization.

Scientific American2 min read
Ecuador's 3,000-Year-Old Amazon 'City' Rewrites History
Planet WinsMay 31

Ecuador's 3,000-Year-Old Amazon 'City' Rewrites History

New technology just revealed a massive 3,000-year-old network of earthen structures in Ecuador's Amazon, proving ancient civilizations built sophisticated cities in the jungle long before anyone thought possible. The discovery shatters outdated theories that said the Amazon could only support small nomadic groups.

BBC Future2 min read
Amazon Launches AI Health Assistant for Medical Questions
Health & WellnessMar 23

Amazon Launches AI Health Assistant for Medical Questions

Amazon's new Health AI tool transforms your phone into a personal health assistant that answers medical questions, explains test results in plain language, and connects you directly with doctors. The service aims to cut through healthcare confusion and make getting care feel less overwhelming.

Fox News Tech2 min read
Amazon Refunds $900M to Customers After Returns Issue
SolutionsJan 28

Amazon Refunds $900M to Customers After Returns Issue

Amazon is returning more than $900 million to customers who didn't receive proper refunds for returned items. The settlement marks a major win for consumer protection and shows accountability in action.

TechCrunch2 min read
Amazon Plans Marketplace for AI Training Content
Daily MixFeb 11

Amazon Plans Marketplace for AI Training Content

Amazon is creating a new platform where news publishers can legally sell their content to AI companies. The move could solve ongoing copyright battles while giving media outlets a new revenue stream.

TechCrunch3 min read
Amazon Fixes Review Block Affecting Loyal Customers
Daily MixAug 4

Amazon Fixes Review Block Affecting Loyal Customers

Amazon accidentally blocked some longtime customers from reading product reviews while trying to stop AI bots. The company now says it's working to restore access for real shoppers caught in the crossfire.

Fast Company - Innovation2 min read
Amazon Deploys 75 Electric Semi Trucks Across US
SolutionsApr 22

Amazon Deploys 75 Electric Semi Trucks Across US

Amazon just partnered with Einride to launch 75 electric semi trucks that will cover 3 million miles annually while slashing emissions and unpredictable fuel costs. The move marks a major step in cleaning up the middle-mile freight industry.

Electrek2 min read
Amazon Invests €15B in France, Creating 7,000 Jobs
SolutionsMay 6

Amazon Invests €15B in France, Creating 7,000 Jobs

Amazon just announced its biggest investment in France ever: €15 billion over three years that will create more than 7,000 permanent jobs across the country. The tech giant is betting big on France's economic future while bringing faster deliveries and lower emissions to customers nationwide.

Google News - Jobs Created2 min read
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Global NewsAug 3

Amazon Lost City Found: 3 Million People Hidden in Jungle

Scientists just discovered a massive ancient civilization of up to 3 million people hiding beneath the Amazon rainforest using laser technology. The finding completely rewrites what we thought we knew about the Amazon before European contact.

Google News - Scientists Discover2 min read
Colombia Bans Fossil Fuels Across Entire Amazon Region
SolutionsApr 15

Colombia Bans Fossil Fuels Across Entire Amazon Region

Colombia just created the world's first region-wide fossil fuel ban across its entire Amazon rainforest. The groundbreaking move protects 20% of intact Amazon forest and nearly 70% of Indigenous territories from oil and gas extraction.

Google News - Clean Energy3 min read
Amazon Returns $600M in Tariffs, Refunding Customers
SolutionsAug 1

Amazon Returns $600M in Tariffs, Refunding Customers

Amazon is passing along tariff refunds to customers after the Supreme Court ruled billions in import taxes were illegal. The retail giant received $600 million back and is tracking down shoppers who paid the extra costs.

Fast Company2 min read
Amazon Opens Logistics Network to All U.S. Businesses
SolutionsMay 5

Amazon Opens Logistics Network to All U.S. Businesses

Amazon is letting any business use its global shipping and warehouse system for the first time. Major brands like Procter & Gamble and American Eagle are already on board.

TechCrunch2 min read
New AI Tool Exposes Illegal Amazon Gold Mining in Real Time
InnovationApr 24

New AI Tool Exposes Illegal Amazon Gold Mining in Real Time

A groundbreaking platform is using artificial intelligence to catch illegal gold miners destroying the Amazon rainforest, giving authorities the power to act before it's too late. Amazon Mining Watch spotted 14,800 acres of new damage in just three months, creating an early warning system that could save one of Earth's most vital ecosystems.

Mongabay3 min read
Amazon Brings Satellite Internet to Kenya After Nigeria Win
InnovationApr 30

Amazon Brings Satellite Internet to Kenya After Nigeria Win

Amazon's satellite internet service is seeking approval to operate in Kenya, bringing fast, affordable broadband to millions. The move follows successful licensing in Nigeria and could spark healthy competition that drives down internet costs across East Africa.

TechCabal2 min read
Amazon Picks Kenya for First African Satellite Station
SolutionsJun 10

Amazon Picks Kenya for First African Satellite Station

Amazon has chosen Kenya as its African entry point for Project Kuiper, building a satellite ground station that will compete directly with Starlink. The move positions Kenya at the center of a global race to bring internet access to remote areas across the continent.

Techpoint Africa2 min read
Amazon Robots Now Understand Human Speech in Warehouses
InnovationJun 5

Amazon Robots Now Understand Human Speech in Warehouses

Amazon's warehouse robots can now take natural-language commands from workers, no programming required. The company is investing $11.6 billion to expand these smart assistants across Europe while hiring 25,000 new employees.

The Robot Report2 min read
Amazon Invests $12B More in Mississippi, 800 Jobs Coming
InnovationApr 10

Amazon Invests $12B More in Mississippi, 800 Jobs Coming

Amazon just announced another $12 billion investment in central Mississippi, bringing 800 new jobs and raising its two-year commitment to the state to $25 billion. The tech giant is betting big on Mississippi's workforce with data centers and partnerships with local colleges to create high-paying career pathways.

Google News - Jobs Created2 min read

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