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Amazon has launched drone deliveries in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, making it the first city in the state to receive the service, which covers millions of items weighing five pounds or less.

Amazon has launched its Prime Air drone delivery service in Baton Rouge, making the Capital Region the first area in Louisiana where customers can receive eligible purchases by drone.

Fiat launches a $13,995 electric vehicle in the U.S. for private communities and golf courses. Microsoft is replacing third-party AI models with its own in apps like Excel and Outlook to cut costs. Caddo Parish halted a workforce housing regulation due to legal concerns tied to projects like the Amazon data center.

Six tech workers from companies like Amazon, Google, and Snap address common misconceptions about working in tech, including the belief that jobs are solely coding, that perks mask demanding work conditions, and that Big Tech is the only viable career path. They emphasize the cross-functional, people-oriented nature of tech roles and the evolving challenges driven by AI and industry changes.

Amazon is selling a $25 billion bond, while Microsoft is evolving its AI model strategy. The Investing Club releases the Homestretch, an afternoon update for traders.

Amazon is returning to the bond market to raise $25 billion or more for AI-related expenses, joining other Big Tech companies like Alphabet and Meta in increasing borrowing as cash flows reach limits. Borrowing costs are rising, with Amazon's upcoming bond prices higher than its previous debt issuance despite tighter credit spreads for major borrowers.

Amazon plans to build a 249,000-square-foot sorting warehouse in Georgetown, Texas, starting next month. The warehouse will be located at 104 Wittera Way within Gateway35, an industrial park developed by Titan Development Ltd.

Amazon is raising at least $25 billion through a bond sale and has stated it will not issue additional debt in 2026. The funds will support its significant investments in artificial intelligence.

This year's El Niño is forecasted to become a record-breaking event due to its extreme strength, according to Tim Stockdale of the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts. The phenomenon is expected to cause droughts, floods, and other climate extremes globally, with impacts including suppressed monsoons in South Asia, drier conditions in parts of Africa and Brazil, and increased rainfall in the Horn of Africa and western South America.

Amazon has barred a breastfeeding boss from a business course due to health and safety concerns. The decision was made over fears related to the individual's participation in the program.

Zoox, an Amazon-owned robotaxi service, increased its share of monthly active users to 25% in the first half of 2026, up from 15%, while Waymo's share dropped to 69% from 79%. Zoox expanded operations to Austin, Miami, and expanded areas in San Francisco and Las Vegas, doubling its user base during the period.

Ohio residential summer electricity bills are projected to average $800, a 17% increase from last year's $682, driven by rising energy demand from data centers and manufacturing. A report by Third Way highlights challenges in meeting demand affordably and notes Ohioans faced a 108% spike in bills last summer. Financial struggles are worsening, with one in six U.S. households behind on utility payments.

Amazon is offering a 40% discount on the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus for summer streaming. The promotion encourages binge-watching during the season.

A person fell victim to an Apple Security Center pop-up scam, providing personal information such as SSN and driver's license number. She took security measures including changing passwords, reporting to police, and canceling credit cards. The scam occurred via Safari, likely while shopping on Amazon.

Comcast’s Sky agreed to acquire ITV’s broadcast channels and streaming service for £1.6 billion (US$2.13 billion), aiming to create a British competitor to global platforms like YouTube, Netflix, Amazon, and Disney. The deal, described as a 'defining moment' by Sky CEO Dana Strong, combines ITV’s free-to-air commercial broadcasting with Sky’s subscription television operations.

Vacuums sold by Amazon, Walmart, and other retailers are being recalled due to a fire risk linked to lithium-ion batteries. The CPSC reported that Rowenta, the manufacturer, has received over 65 global reports of batteries overheating or failing to charge.

Indra Nooyi worked as a dormitory receptionist from midnight until 5 a.m. to pay for her Yale degree while studying. Her relentless work ethic led to success in business, including becoming PepsiCo CEO and earning over $300 million in net worth. She emphasized that hard work earned respect and opened doors to leadership roles.

Broadcom extended its chip supply agreement with Apple through 2031, maintaining Apple as a major customer. American families are starting back-to-school shopping earlier due to rising costs, with retailers offering extended promotions. An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda is spreading, prompting increased international support.

Microsoft announced layoffs of 4,800 employees, primarily affecting sales and Xbox divisions, as part of cost-cutting measures to fund AI infrastructure investments. The cuts include 1,600 roles in Xbox, which plans to reduce its workforce by 20% this fiscal year. The move reflects broader trends in Big Tech, with companies like Meta, Amazon, and Google also implementing job reductions.

Stephen Huang, 55, founded Tranxform, a Taiwan-based AI chip startup, after working on chips at Apple, Amazon, and MediaTek. The company aims to develop power-efficient processors for AI models outside data centers, leveraging Huang's decades of experience in semiconductor design.

Amazon will stop accepting new customers for its Mechanical Turk service. The company's Mechanical Turk platform may be nearing its end.

Remote work remains prevalent in the U.S. despite corporate efforts to end it, with 22% of workers still working from home part-time in 2025, a minimal decline from 2024. Companies like Amazon, JPMorgan, and Tesla have mandated return-to-office policies, but most firms have not fully enforced them, and hybrid/remote work rates remain stable. Data from the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis and Leesman show remote work's persistence, though it may contribute to rising youth unemployment.

The article discusses concerns about purchasing a Rolife kit, comparing the official website and Amazon. The author is cautious about third-party sellers, similar shop names, price differences, and ensuring a legitimate purchase with clear return options.

A user has received multiple Amazon packages addressed to someone else but with their address over the past month. The items included pencil lead, erasers, pens, and White-out, but no person with the listed name exists in their area.

Amazon updated the 2023 Fire HD 10 tablet, increasing the 32GB model's RAM from 3GB to 4GB and raising its price from $139.99 to $154.99. The 64GB Fire HD 10 remains at 3GB RAM, while other specifications like the 10.1-inch display and 2GHz processor stay unchanged. The Fire HD 8, launched in 2024, is the latest new addition to Amazon's budget tablet lineup.

Zoox has redesigned its robotaxi with comfort and usability upgrades, including improved seating, materials, and features like fluted wireless charging pads and larger cupholders. The updates aim to make the rider experience more relaxing and practical as the service scales beyond early testers.

Google and Amazon reported a significant increase in greenhouse gas emissions in 2025, driven by AI data centers. This rise challenges the companies' climate pledges.

Anthropic's AI models were temporarily removed from the internet due to a 'jailbreaking' issue flagged by Amazon and addressed by the Trump administration. A 20-day technical and regulatory showdown involving export controls, cybersecurity reviews, and multi-agency collaboration led to the models' July 1 release after safety adjustments.

NHS England plans to inform patients on hospital treatment waiting lists at least three weeks before their next appointment, inspired by customer service models of online retailers like John Lewis and Amazon. The initiative requires hospitals to notify patients of operations, diagnostic tests, or consultant meetings three weeks in advance.

CNBC's Arjun Kharpal interviews Amazon's Panos Panay on the company's AI gadget push in the latest episode of The Tech Download podcast.

The article discusses six 20th-century thinkers—Jane Jacobs, E.F. Schumacher, Wendell Berry, Buckminster Fuller, John F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr.—who warned about systemic failures when decision-makers become disconnected from those affected. It highlights current issues like corporate consolidation, housing unaffordability, poverty, and infrastructure challenges as evidence of this 'catastrophe.'

Microsoft is investing $2.5 billion in a new business unit, Microsoft Frontier, to help enterprises better use its AI tools and achieve measurable outcomes. The initiative includes 6,000 forward-deployed engineers and follows similar investments by Amazon, OpenAI, and Anthropic. Microsoft emphasizes flexibility in model selection and data protection for customers.

A person in the US is receiving unrequested Amazon packages at their correct address but under a different name. Apartment management refused further responsibility after initially accepting some packages. The sender suspects a neighbor but is unsure, as the packages include heavy items like a Swiffer mop and TV, and they have not opened any boxes.

Amazon Web Services will stop accepting new customers for its Mechanical Turk crowdsourcing service by July 30, 2026. The service, launched in 2005, is being retired alongside its integration with SageMaker AI, with Amazon citing the development of competing services like SageMaker GroundTruth.

A hit-and-run suspect in Greeley was arrested after evading police in a stolen Amazon delivery van. The suspect reportedly stole the van and fled south after officers attempted to make contact.

Amazon's Prime Video subscription options do not disclose ads in the 'Prime' tiers until after sign-up, leading users to encounter ads only after subscribing. A user reported being forced to upgrade to a hidden 'Prime Video Ultra' tier after facing 1.5-minute ads, requiring an hour-long support call for a refund.

Amazon Prime members can save $0.50 per gallon at participating gas stations from July 2 to 5, with a $0.10 per gallon discount available year-round. The promotion requires a free Earnify account, which combines multiple savings tiers for Prime members.

Amazon Prime members can save $0.50 per gallon at participating gas stations from July 2 to 5, with a regular $0.10 discount available year-round. The promotion requires linking an Earnify account, which offers additional savings for Prime members during the limited-time offer.

Meta launched a cloud business to sell excess compute capacity, shifting from prior claims of compute shortages. The move follows investor concerns over stock performance and AI spending, with Meta's shares rising 9% after the announcement. The strategy contrasts with competitors like Amazon and Alphabet, whose cloud revenues have grown alongside AI investments.

Amazon and J.C. Penney are offering holiday gasoline promotions to reduce travel costs, while the U.S. Department of Energy proposes eliminating energy efficiency standards for appliances. U.S. factory orders declined 1.3% in May due to a drop in aircraft bookings, though other manufacturing sectors remained strong.