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(NASDAQ: AMZN)—Amazon has announced its annual Prime Day event scheduled for June 21 and 22, featuring over 2 million deals across various categories. The event is available to Prime members in multiple countries and includes exclusive offers on fashion, electronics, and more. Amazon is dedicating over $100 million to support small businesses during this period. Additionally, Amazon is hiring 75,000 new employees and increasing pay for its fulfillment network. However, Prime Day plans are postponed in Canada and India due to COVID-19 concerns.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched Amazon Location Service, a new service designed to provide cost-effective location functionalities for applications. Utilizing data from Esri and HERE Technologies, the service allows for features like mapping, geocoding, and tracking at a cost as low as 1/10th of typical providers. Emphasizing user privacy, the service ensures that customer location data is protected and not shared with third parties. AWS aims to simplify the integration of location services, allowing businesses to focus on application development without the overhead of complex setups.
IMDb has launched IMDb Trivia, a live monthly virtual game starting June 8, 2021, at 12 pm PDT/3 pm EDT. This interactive event allows fans to test their knowledge of movies and TV shows, with the first theme centered on the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Participants can sign up for free at www.imdbtrivia.com. Hosted by notable IMDb personalities, the game will award prizes to the top 10 players, including various Amazon streaming devices. This initiative aims to enhance audience engagement and utilize IMDb’s rich database effectively.
Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) has launched its first Disaster Relief Hub in Atlanta, designed to enhance response to natural disasters across the southeastern U.S., the Caribbean, and Central America. This hub will store over half a million emergency supplies, enabling rapid deployment when disasters strike. The initiative supports partnerships with six global humanitarian organizations, utilizing Amazon's logistics to provide essential relief supplies quickly. Since 2017, Amazon has donated over $29 million toward disaster relief.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the general availability of Amazon Elastic Container Service (ECS) Anywhere, allowing customers to run container-based applications on-premises using the same APIs and management tools as in AWS. This fully managed service eliminates the need for manual orchestration on local infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency. Available in numerous regions, ECS Anywhere supports businesses aiming for seamless integration of on-premises and cloud operations without upfront fees. Prominent companies like Siemens and CyberAgent are already leveraging this service.
Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) has announced a definitive merger agreement to acquire MGM for $8.45 billion. This acquisition aims to enhance Amazon Studios' offerings by integrating MGM's extensive library of over 4,000 films and 17,000 TV shows. The deal is expected to preserve MGM’s heritage while expanding storytelling opportunities. The completion of the transaction is contingent on regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the launch of a new infrastructure region in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the first half of 2022. This AWS Middle East (UAE) Region will feature three Availability Zones and is aimed at enhancing cloud services in the region. This expansion follows the existing AWS Region in Bahrain, promoting local data residency and lower latency for UAE customers. AWS now operates 80 Availability Zones globally and plans further expansion, reinforcing its commitment to technological innovation in the UAE's growing digital economy.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched AWS App Runner, a fully managed service enabling users to quickly build and deploy containerized web applications and APIs. This service automates operational tasks like provisioning, scaling, and managing infrastructure, allowing developers to focus on coding without needing extensive container expertise. Customers pay only for the resources utilized, with no upfront fees. AWS App Runner is currently available in major regions, simplifying the deployment process and enhancing efficiency for businesses.
(NASDAQ: AMZN) has announced that Amazon Music HD will now be accessible to all Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers at no additional cost. This move aims to enhance the listening experience, offering over 70 million HD songs and 7 million Ultra HD songs. Previously, the HD tier required an extra $5 per month. This change allows users to stream music in high quality without impacting their monthly subscription fees. Subscribers in the US, UK, Germany, Canada, France, Italy, and Spain will benefit from this upgrade, aligning with Amazon's commitment to delivering superior audio quality.
Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) launches WorkingWell, a new comprehensive program aimed at enhancing employee wellness through physical and mental activities, wellness exercises, and healthy eating support. This initiative is part of a broader $300 million investment in safety projects initiated in 2021. WorkingWell, which expanded from a pilot in 2019 to 859,000 employees, aims to reduce recordable incident rates by 50% by 2025. The program has already contributed to a 32% decrease in musculoskeletal disorder-related injuries from 2019 to 2020.