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Google, Amazon push to curb Microsoft’s federal hold
Microsoft holds a major share in federal software deals, representing 31% of software or about US$2.4 billion in 2021.

Amazon tests Buy for Me feature to shop from brand websites
Users can search for products in the Amazon app and see results from Amazon, third-party sellers, and select brands.

Amazon reportedly makes last-minute bid to acquire TikTok
Multiple parties have expressed interest in acquiring TikTok, which is used by nearly half of all Americans.

Amazon resumes Prime Air drone deliveries after 2-month pause
Amazon’s drones include the MK30 model, designed to be quieter and fly in light rain.

Amazon launches new AI agent platform
Amazon Nova include Nova Micro, Lite, and Pro for text generation, Nova Canvas and Nova Reel for image and video generation.

Amazon restructures leadership following streaming struggles
Jennifer Salke, who joined in 2018 after working at NBC, oversaw projects like Reacher, Jack Ryan, The Boys, and Fallout.

Amazon Fresh expands to 170 cities in India
The service now includes tier-II and tier-III cities such as Gorakhpur, Chittoor, Ambala, and Vijayawada.

Amazon tests rebranding Echo devices as Alexa
Amazon spokesperson Lauren Raemhild confirmed the test, saying the company is exploring how customers find its products.

Amazon tests AI tools for shopping, health assistance
CEO Andy Jassy revealed that Amazon has built around 1,000 generative AI applications.

India to abolish 6% digital levy on online services
The levy has affected US tech companies such as Google, Meta, and Amazon.
