Google, Facebook, others plan briefs supporting Apple in iPhone case
Alphabet Inc`s Google, Facebook Inc, Microsoft Corp and Twitter Inc will all file or sign on to amicus briefs in support of Apple Inc`s fight against a magistrate`s order, which requires it to help the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation break into a San Bernardino shooter`s iPhone.
Feb 26, 2016, 11:12 AM IST
Amazon to support Apple on fight over unlocking iPhone
Amazon.com Inc said on Thursday it will support Apple Inc`s fight against a magistrate`s order, which requires it to help the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation break into a San Bernardino shooter`s iPhone.
Feb 26, 2016, 09:37 AM IST
Amazon to open parcel locker network across Europe
Amazon.com Inc wants to set up a network of parcel lockers across Europe to enable people to pick up their own orders as it seeks to widen delivery options and cut costs.
Feb 19, 2016, 18:32 PM IST
Google aims to begin drone package deliveries in 2017
Alphabet and Amazon.com Inc are among a growing number of companies that intend to make package delivery by drone a reality.
Nov 03, 2015, 12:04 PM IST
Amazon expands Fire range with new low-cost devices
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Amazon.com Inc has just launched a set of seven new devices aimed at bringing more users to its services.
Sep 18, 2015, 12:24 PM IST
Amazon partners with startups to sell crowdfunded products
Amazon.com Inc launched a new platform on Tuesday that will help startups advertise and distribute their products directly to millions of Amazon customers, filling an important gap for entrepreneurs trying to reach a wider market of consumers.
Jul 28, 2015, 18:50 PM IST
Amazon surprises with quarterly profit, stock rallies
Amazon.com Inc swung to an unexpected quarterly profit on higher sales in North America, its popular Prime subscription service and growing demand for its Web services, sending the online retailer`s shares up more than 17 percent.
Jul 24, 2015, 09:06 AM IST
Amazon offers limited free shipping on same-day delivery orders
Amazon.com Inc said on Thursday it will offer limited free same-day delivery under its Prime shipping service as retailers try to outdo each other on delivery deals, and expanded the service to San Diego and the Tampa Bay Area.
May 28, 2015, 19:57 PM IST
Amazon launches advertising platform for mobile app developers: Report
Amazon.com Inc launched a new advertising platform for mobile app developers to promote their apps on Android devices, Bloomberg reported.
May 14, 2015, 10:14 AM IST
Amazon revenue beats forecast, cloud computing more profitable than expected
Amazon.com Inc`s first-quarter revenue grew more than expected as rising sales in North America and its burgeoning cloud-computing services unit offset new business investments, boosting its shares nearly 7 percent.
Apr 24, 2015, 06:08 AM IST
Chinese rivals snap at Alibaba's heels in cross-border e-commerce race
A Chinese government push to promote e-commerce has created a host of online retail rivals for Alibaba Group Holding Ltd and Amazon.com Inc catering to shoppers` fears about the quality and safety of local everyday goods.
Feb 26, 2015, 09:38 AM IST
Amazon creates 6,000 new permanent jobs in Europe
Amazon.com Inc created 6,000 new full-time positions in Europe in 2014 to respond to booming demand, the US online retailer said on Tuesday.
Jan 13, 2015, 13:37 PM IST
Amazon says 10 million new members try Prime this holiday season
Amazon.com Inc said more than 10 million new members worldwide tried its Prime subscription service for the first time during the current holiday season.
Dec 26, 2014, 22:41 PM IST
Amazon job posts hint at global ambitions for same-day delivery
Amazon.com Inc is considering expanding its same-day delivery program globally, recent job listings show, underlining the importance of fast shipping to its ability to compete with the instant gratification offered by brick-and-mortar stores.
Dec 11, 2014, 11:43 AM IST
Amazon buys comedy service Rooftop Media to expand digital content
Amazon.com Inc is buying online comedy service Rooftop Media, a small deal that underscores the Internet retailer's broader ambition of becoming a media and entertainment powerhouse.
Oct 28, 2014, 06:46 AM IST
BlackBerry signs deal with Amazon, to offer 240,000 Android apps
BlackBerry Ltd has agreed a licensing deal with Amazon.com Inc that will let the Canadian smartphone maker offer some 240,000 Android applications from Amazon`s app store on its line-up of BlackBerry 10 devices this fall.
Jun 18, 2014, 19:51 PM IST
