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A purpose-built robotaxi that looks like it drove off a sci-fi movie set is now picking up real passengers in Las Vegas, San Francisco, and Austin. Unlike competitors retrofitting regular cars, Zoox designed everything from scratch to make self-driving actually work.
Self-driving robotaxis with no steering wheel are rolling into two new cities this year. Amazon's Zoox is quadrupling its service area while making rides smoother and smarter.
Amazon-owned Zoox just passed 1 million autonomous miles and is bringing its futuristic self-driving vehicles to two new cities. The company has already transported over 300,000 riders without steering wheels or pedals.
Amazon's self-driving car company Zoox is bringing its futuristic robotaxis to two more cities, marking a major milestone in making autonomous rides available to everyday people. The company has now served over 300,000 riders and driven more than 1 million miles without a driver.
Amazon's Zoox redesigned its futuristic robotaxi based on feedback from half a million riders, adding softer seats, better cupholders, and features that actually matter for everyday comfort. The steering-wheel-free vehicle is now rolling out in four cities with upgrades that prove someone was actually listening.
Amazon-owned Zoox just became the first company to win federal approval to charge customers for rides in self-driving cars without steering wheels or pedals. The robotaxis will hit Las Vegas streets soon, marking a major leap forward for autonomous transportation.
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.
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.
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 The discovery shatters outdated theories that said the Amazon could only support small nomadic groups.
Self-driving car company Zoox is bringing its custom-built robotaxis to Austin and Miami for the first time, while expanding service across Las Vegas and San Francisco. The rides offer a unique social experience with seats facing each other, creating a rolling living room on wheels.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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