June 04, 2023
Several EU Countries Against Network Fee Levy On Big Tech:...
Several European Union countries have rejected a proposal from telecoms companies in Europe to seek financial assistance from major tech firms, such as Google, for the implementation of 5G and...
June 02, 2023
Restaurants Rethink Loyalty With Brand Partnerships and Creative Rewards
Quick-service restaurant (QSR) giant KFC has become the latest eatery to announce a rewards partnership with a video game company, collaborating with action role-playing game Diablo IV to offer in-game rewards when diners buy chicken sandwiches...
June 02, 2023
Amazon in Talks with Wireless Carriers to Offer Low-Cost Mobile...
Amazon, the world’s largest online retailer, is reportedly in talks with several wireless carriers to offer its Prime subscribers low-cost or even free nationwide mobile phone service. The company is...
June 01, 2023
Amazon Fulfillment Executive Melissa Nick Leaving Company June 16
Amazon Vice President, North America Customer Fulfillment Melissa Nick will reportedly leave the company June 16. Nick will be the latest in a series of executives who have left the company over the...
June 01, 2023
EU Regulators to Decide On Amazon’s iRobot Deal First Week...
The European Commission will make a decision by July 6 on whether or not to approve Amazon’s proposed acquisition of iRobot, a robot vacuum cleaner manufacturer, for $1.7 billion, as...
June 01, 2023
Small Businesses Struggle as Banks Tighten Lending
Smaller businesses have begun cutting back as banks impose tougher lending standards. As The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) notes in a Thursday (June 1) report on the phenomenon, merchants are...
June 01, 2023
Amazon’s Ring & FTC Settle Charges Of Data Violations
Amazon’s Ring business unit has reached a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding its privacy and security practices. The proposed order, which must be approved by a federal court, will require the...
May 31, 2023
Amazon Implementing AI Solution to Spot Damaged Items Before Shipping
Amazon is beginning to use artificial intelligence (AI) to spot damaged items before they are shipped to customers. The company has implemented the new technology at two fulfillment centers and plans...
May 31, 2023
Panera Offers Diners Ability to Pick Up at the Drive-Thru
Panera says it will allow diners to pick up their orders without leaving their cars. The fast-casual restaurant chain Wednesday (May 31) announced the launch of its Drive-Thru Pick-Up program,...
