Amazon introduced a new AI feature in its Alexa for Shopping assistant called "Update Me When," which sends personalized notifications about new or relevant events that could prompt purchases. This feature helps users track product launches, TV show releases, concert tours, book publications, and tech product announcements. It marks a shift from Alexa only responding to direct queries to proactively anticipating purchase triggers. Other Alexa shopping features include price tracking with automatic buying options, personalized deals, shopping guides, and AI product overviews, enhancing the overall shopping experience.
Big Tech companies have invested roughly $1 trillion in AI infrastructure, but the financial impact is spread over years through depreciation rather than immediate expense. This means while cash outflows are large now, the cost hits profit margins gr...
The rapid buildout of AI infrastructure in the US, a major driver of recent economic growth, is encountering significant challenges. These include strong local opposition, limited access to electricity and water, and soaring construction costs. Major...
Waymo has expanded its commercial driverless ride service to Denver, San Diego, and Tampa, marking its first operations in Colorado. Amazon's Zoox plans to start testing its autonomous vehicles with human supervisors in Houston and San Diego, aiming ...
Amazon Pharmacy has partnered with Solv, an AI healthcare platform, to integrate real-time prescription delivery options into the medical appointment booking process. This allows patients to see same-day and next-day delivery options for their prescr...
Investors have funneled $195 billion into global technology ETFs over the past year, far surpassing inflows into all other sectors combined. This surge reflects a concentrated bet on a handful of tech giants, especially those tied to artificial intel...
