Amazon is tracking your information. Here’s how to regain your privacy.
In the United States, a staggering 250 million people out of 350 million are shopping on Amazon, the largest online marketplace in the world. Recently, a report shed light on the controversial and personal nature of the data Amazon collects about its users. Amazon builds intricate customer profiles by examining purchase histories, leading to assumptions […]
Amazon About You creates a personality profile based on your purchase history
Amazon’s new ‘About You’ page raises user concerns The new ‘About You’ page on Amazon has sparked worry among users, prompting reactions from the panel on ‘Outnumbered.’ The discussion revolved around the implications of Amazon’s data tracking, with a particular focus on a viral post highlighting the issue. Amazon now provides a glimpse into the […]
Amazon plans to cut thousands of jobs in NYC if the Mamdani labor bill is approved — insights from experts
Amazon has announced intentions to shut down over a dozen warehouses and lay off thousands of employees in New York City, contingent on the passage of a labor bill championed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Experts believe that if this legislation, which many find controversial, is enacted, Amazon will likely follow through with its threat. The […]
Amazon pulls back more than 112,000 bottles of Extra Strength Acetaminophen
Over 112,000 bottles of Amazon’s extra-strength acetaminophen are being recalled after customers reported issues with discolored pills, as stated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall is still active, according to the FDA. This recall includes 14,640 bottles of 200 caplets, 90,456 bottles of 500 caplets, and 7,836 bottles of 1,000 caplets. The […]
Apple introduces HomeView smart-home hub, TV, and HomePod mini to compete with Amazon and Google.
On Tuesday, Apple introduced a smart-home display priced at $299. This device utilizes facial recognition and AI technology to recognize family members, ramping up competition with Amazon and Google in the smart home arena. The device, known as HomeView, is part of a new product range that includes an upgraded Apple TV 4K streaming box, […]
Amazon offers a $219 Halloween witch alongside a Star of David spell book: ‘The oldest antisemitic smear’
Trick or Trope? A Halloween decoration available on Amazon is raising concerns among Jewish Americans, who are calling it an “oldest antisemitic smear.” This life-sized animatronic witch features all the classic eerie elements—sharp claws, a sinister face, and a spellbook. However, instead of the traditional five-pointed pentacle typically associated with witchcraft, her spellbook prominently displays […]
Apple introduces HomeView smart-home hub, TV, and HomePod mini to compete with Amazon and Google.
On Tuesday, Apple introduced a new smart home display priced at $299, called HomeView. This device employs facial recognition and AI to recognize family members, marking a significant move in Apple’s competition with Amazon and Google over the connected home market. HomeView is part of a new product range that also includes an updated Apple […]
Emmys abandon network television for Amazon
Hollywood’s Copycat Culture Copycats are everywhere in Hollywood these days. Think back to how “Halloween” in 1978 gave us quite the scare, right? Then came the 1980 film “Friday the 13th,” clearly riding that same stalker wave. And, well, now we have a whole catalog of similar films. If greed is beneficial, then perhaps imitating […]
Amazon eliminates almost 1,000 positions in its retail and online shopping sectors.
Amazon’s Latest Job Cuts Affecting Fewer Than 1,000 Workers Amazon is set to lay off fewer than 1,000 employees, primarily within its stores division, which supports its main e-commerce platform, as reported by Reuters. This announcement follows the company’s recent October Prime Big Deal Days sales event, which took place on Tuesday and Wednesday. These […]
After Amazon Closed Its Doors, Meta Gathers Partners to Embrace AI Shoppers
A coalition of major tech and retail players is setting out to establish guidelines for AI bots that will shop on behalf of consumers.