Amazon will now allow users who create their own personalized skill through Alexa Skill Blueprints to share it with others. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....
Amazon is replacing some of its retail veterans with software that predicts what shoppers want and how much merchants should charge for it. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...
Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods Market and the success it is having with selling fresh food to consumers has sparked countermoves by food retailers, manufacturers and other suppliers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...
New third-party software will allow users to turn off Siri on an Apple Watch and use Alexa instead. According to Cult of Mac, the app, Voice in a Can, was developed by Atadore. It is available on iTunes for $1.99. Get the Full Story Complete...
To allow users to control their television using Alexa, Amazon is rolling out the Amazon Fire TV Cube. The device, which is available for preorder starting on Thursday (June 7), allows consumers to use voice to play, pause and resume video content using the company’s...
Reports surfaced that Amazon is considering getting into the home insurance game, sending shares of some insurance companies down briefly on Wednesday (June 6). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...
It’s not exactly a secret that Amazon’s ambition for Alexa’s eventual reach ranges much, much farther than the Echo series of smart speakers. The last year has seen stepped-up efforts to bring Alexa to cars, smart homes, businesses and security systems. Amazon’s vision for Alexa is nothing if not wide-ranging. Get...
With the ongoing success of firms like Ulta and Sephora, perhaps it was only a matter of time before Amazon jumped in the game with an entrant of its own. And, if reports are accurate, Amazon may be looking to open up just such an independent...
After committing $5 billion to investments in India, Amazon reportedly wants to increase its investment by $2 billion. With the additional capital, the eCommerce retailer could better compete with Walmart in India, CNBC reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...