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Amazon Web Services (AWS) has partnered with Roche Group to utilize AWS's cloud capabilities for enhancing healthcare research and patient care. Roche leverages AWS for high-performance computing, analytics, and machine learning to improve drug discovery, development, and personalized medicine. Key services include Amazon Aurora and AWS Lambda, enabling Roche to process vast amounts of health data securely while adhering to privacy regulations. This collaboration aims to transform healthcare delivery and accelerate clinical trials, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

cbdMD, Inc. (YCBD, YCBDPA) announced a multi-year exclusive agreement with Amify, an Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) partner, to launch CBD products on Amazon once the category is approved. This partnership includes cbdMD's leading products, such as gummies, tinctures, and skin care from cbdMD Botanicals. The agreement follows the growing interest in CBD since the Farm Bill's passage in 2018, positioning cbdMD to optimize its strategy for Amazon's platform. The company's Chairman emphasized readiness for market entry, enhancing cbdMD's distribution channels.

IMDb is expanding its original content with a new podcast, IMDb Is Obsessed, set to premiere on December 3. This weekly series will highlight trending movies and TV shows, featuring insights from IMDb insiders and recommendations for viewers. It aims to assist fans in discovering content to add to their IMDb Watchlists. The podcast will be available on Amazon Music and other platforms, further enhancing IMDb's offerings alongside existing series.

Amazon Music has launched an exclusive new version of “Christmas Tree Farm” by Taylor Swift, recorded at Abbey Road Studios in London. This Amazon Original is now available worldwide, featuring a 70-piece orchestra and spatial audio with Dolby Atmos. For a limited time, new customers can enjoy three months free of Amazon Music Unlimited, with access to over 75 million songs and podcasts. This new release follows Swift's successful album, Red (Taylor’s Version), and is part of Amazon's extensive holiday programming.

Amazon will initiate its Cyber Monday deals weekend on Saturday, November 27, offering extensive discounts across various categories, including electronics, toys, and home goods. Featured brands include Ninja, Bose, and LEGO, alongside promotions from small businesses. Prime members will enjoy early access to Lightning Deals. The event runs until Monday, November 29, with significant deals available on popular products and initiatives to support independent sellers. Enhanced delivery options and an extended return window further enhance customer convenience.

Amazon Books Editors have named Amor Towles’ The Lincoln Highway as the Best Book of 2021, marking a highlight in literary recognition. This annual selection, curated from thousands of books, features 100 top titles across various genres, including memoirs and cookbooks. Sarah Gelman, Editorial Director, emphasized the book's universal appeal and its themes of hope. Towles expressed gratitude for the recognition, hoping readers enjoy the journey of his characters. A live author series celebrating these selections is scheduled for November 16, 2021, at 9 a.m. PST.

Amazon is set to launch a remarkable Black Friday event with thousands of deals on November 25. Discounts will feature electronics from Samsung and LG, popular toys from brands like Barbie and Disney, and a variety of household items. The company highlights its investment in logistics, ensuring swift delivery options for Prime members, including One-Day and Same-Day Delivery. The event aims to support small businesses, showcasing products from diverse sellers. Additionally, Amazon is hiring 125,000 full-time employees, emphasizing its commitment to customer service and operational excellence.

IBM and Amazon Web Services announced a collaboration aimed at enhancing the energy sector by integrating IBM Open Data for Industries with AWS Cloud. This solution, leveraging Red Hat OpenShift, will enable energy companies to utilize both cloud and on-premises data platforms, facilitating the reduction of data barriers in operational processes.

The partnership focuses on empowering energy firms to transition towards sustainable practices and improve data accessibility, addressing the industry's challenge of underutilized data due to proprietary formats.

Amazon has launched Amazon Music in Colombia and Chile, offering two streaming tiers: Amazon Music Unlimited and a free ad-supported option. The Unlimited tier provides access to over 75 million songs in high-quality audio with ad-free, on-demand streaming. A three-month free trial is available for new customers. Users can enjoy local and international artist playlists, podcasts, and spatial audio across devices. Pricing in Colombia starts from $7,105 COP for the Echo Plan, while in Chile, it begins at CLP$2,200.