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Twitch And Amazon Hit With Lawsuit For Training AI With Streamers' Content
A streamer has filed a class action lawsuit against Twitch and Amazon for allegedly using his content to train AI models without obtaining consent.
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What’s the Best Kindle of 2026? (So Far)
The article discusses the best Kindle models available in 2026, including the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Scribe. It highlights the features and benefits of each model, making it easier for readers to choose the best one for their needs.
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Amazon's Custom Chip Business Crossed a $25 Billion Run Rate: Time to Load Up on Shares?
Amazon's custom chip business has crossed a $25 billion annual run rate, indicating strong demand for its AI computing units. This is a significant development, as it shows Amazon's ability to compete effectively in the semiconductor chipset market.
The best large tablets of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
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The best large tablets of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
ZDNET experts tested the best large-screen tablets from Apple, Samsung, Microsoft, and more to help you choose the right one. The top pick is the 13-inch iPad Pro for its fast M5 processor and bright display.
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Amazon’s Drone Deliveries Are Landing in Pools and Ponds
Amazon's drone delivery service is expanding to 500 US cities, but it's also causing packages to land in pools and ponds. A recent video shows a drone dropping a package into a Texas customer's pool.
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Amazon fined Rs 1 lakh over Ram Mandir prasad listings
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has fined Amazon Rs 1 lakh for allowing sweets and food products masquerading as 'Shri Ram Mandir Ayodhya Prasad' to be sold on its platform without permission from the Ram Mandir Trust. Amazon invoked safe harbour protecti…
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Rare Books Traced to Amazon AI Training Facility to Be Scanned and Destroyed
A tracking device hidden in a shipment of rare books led to an investigation that tracked the shipment to Amazon's VGT3 warehouse in Las Vegas, where workers cut book spines to feed a scanner, destroying the printed book in the process. Amazon confirmed it purchases books…
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Amazon, which started off selling books, is destroying rare texts to train AI
Amazon is destroying rare books to train its AI models. The company buys rare texts, cuts off their spines, and scans them for AI training.
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Amazon Updates Terms and Conditions to Require All Disputes Be Resolved Through Arbitration
Amazon changes terms and conditions to require all disputes be resolved through arbitration, preventing customers from seeking court involvement.
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Amazon Can Use Your Twitch Content to Train Its AI—Unless You Opt Out
Twitch has introduced an opt-out setting allowing streamers to prevent their content from being used to train Amazon's artificial intelligence models, a move that follows creator backlash over the default use of their data.
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Twitch Turns On Amazon AI Training by Default: 'Nobody Would Opt In'
Twitch has started allowing Amazon to train generative AI models on streamer content, with the setting enabled by default. Chief product officer Mike Minton said it was made opt-out because 'if it was opt-in, nobody would opt in.'
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Twitch users can now block Amazon from using their content to train AI
Twitch is now allowing users to opt out of a default setting that permits Amazon to use their content, including streams, clips, and chats, for training its generative AI models. This announcement confirmed Amazon's use of user data, leading to widespread user backlash.
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Planned Amazon data center could become the biggest climate polluter in the U.S.
Amazon's planned data center in Pecos County, Texas, includes an on-site natural gas power plant that could become the largest source of climate pollution in the U.S., according to The New York Times.
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Not just anacondas: 7 of the Amazon rainforest’s most dangerous animals
The Amazon rainforest is home to many dangerous animals, including jaguars, anacondas, black caimans, and venomous spiders. These creatures rely on venom, powerful jaws, camouflage, or strength to hunt prey or defend themselves.
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Perplexity Wins Appeal Against Amazon in AI Agent Shopping Lawsuit
A federal appeals court has overturned an order blocking Perplexity's AI shopping tools on Amazon, handing the startup an early victory in a closely watched case over how autonomous AI agents can interact with online platforms.
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NJ Antitrust Suit Accuses Amazon of Unlawfully Wielding Power Over Delivery Contractors
New Jersey's attorney general has sued Amazon, accusing the company of unlawfully wielding power over delivery contractors and their workers. The antitrust lawsuit claims Amazon prevents Delivery Service Partner (DSP) drivers from unionizing and limits competition for lab…
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Jeff Bezos just filed to sell $4 billion in Amazon. The shares are falling
Jeff Bezos filed plans to sell about 15 million Amazon shares worth roughly $4.1 billion, after the dominant e-commerce platform's stronger-than-expected earnings sent the stock to a record high.
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3 Magnificent Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy Right Now and Hold for the Next Decade
Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet are the primary beneficiaries of the artificial intelligence (AI) investing world, with cloud computing providers spending hundreds of billions of dollars on data centers. Each of these companies just announced results, delivering incredibl…
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Amazon enters $3 trillion club as AI, cloud growth power rally
Amazon's market value topped $3 trillion for the first time on Monday, helped by a sharp rally following strong earnings and signs that the AI boom is driving fresh demand for its cloud-computing services.
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Amazon Will Give Tariff Refunds to Some Customers
Amazon will give tariff refunds to some customers in limited circumstances, following the US Supreme Court's decision to strike down certain tariff-related import charges. The company has received $600 million from the US government and will issue refunds to eligible cust…
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Why Now Is Finally the Time to Buy the Big Three Cloud Computing Stocks Before It's Too Late
Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet's cloud computing stocks are undervalued due to investors' concerns about their AI infrastructure spending. However, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy's comments on the economics of the cloud business model have convinced the market of the lucrative re…
41,000 ‘Reviews’ Can’t Be Wrong: Biodance’s Best-Selling Face Mask on Amazon
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41,000 ‘Reviews’ Can’t Be Wrong: Biodance’s Best-Selling Face Mask on Amazon
Biodance's face mask has gained over 41,000 reviews on Amazon, making it the best-selling product in its category. The mask is designed to provide intense hydration and is suitable for all skin types.
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Jeff Bezos Stepped Down as Amazon CEO 5 Years Ago, and the Stock Has Lagged the S&P 500 Since. Could Amazon's 15.3% Gain on July 31 Mark a Turning Point?
Amazon reported its strongest growth in five years in its second quarter, with Amazon Web Services delivering breakout results. The company has a lot of growth drivers that can send it higher.
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Wall Street Turns Positive as Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Rise
The Wall Street indices, Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq, initially struggled to maintain their upward trend but eventually turned positive by the afternoon. The Dow Jones rose 0.5% to 52,447 points, while the S&P 500 gained 0.4% to 7,466 points. The Nasdaq notched a 0.5% …
The Most Sought-After Inflatable Paddle Surf Table on Amazon Continues to Dominate Sales
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The Most Sought-After Inflatable Paddle Surf Table on Amazon Continues to Dominate Sales
The inflatable paddle surf table has been a top seller on Amazon for two years, with over 800 positive reviews and a price tag of under 170 euros. Users praise its quality and reliability in the water.
Perfect Running Belt Available on Amazon: Ideal for Small Spaces and Easy to Use
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Perfect Running Belt Available on Amazon: Ideal for Small Spaces and Easy to Use
A compact running belt with a powerful motor is available on Amazon, ideal for small spaces and easy to use.
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Amazon vs. Booking: Comparing Revenue Trends Between a Retail Giant and a Travel Titan
Amazon and Booking Holdings have different revenue trends, with Amazon seeing a 17% year-over-year increase in its most recent quarter, while Booking's revenue grew 16% year over year. Amazon's revenue is significantly higher than Booking's, with Amazon operating at a vas…
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Warner Bros. lawsuit accuses Amazon of illegally poaching executives
Warner Bros. Discovery filed a lawsuit against Amazon, accusing the company of interfering with contractual relations, breach of contract, and unfair competition. The lawsuit claims Amazon has been poaching Warner Bros. employees with term employment agreements.
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Warner Bros. is suing Amazon for poaching employees
Warner Bros. Discovery has filed a lawsuit against Amazon, accusing it of poaching employees, including Pia Barlow, former senior VP for originals marketing.
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3 Clever Things You Can Do With an Old Amazon Kindle
Upcycle your old Amazon Kindle into a Spotify controller, smart home display, or literary clock with these three clever projects.