Amazon is sending out e-mails to its users reminding them that the Chinese version of its Android app store has ceased operations since July 17, 2023. Apps and in-app purchases that have been downloaded before will continue to be accessible on customers' devices, provided they are not manually deleted. However, users of the Chinese variant of the Amazon Appstore will lose the … [Read more...] about Amazon App Store no longer available in China
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Amazon ventures into Webtoons industry with Amazon Fliptoon
In a bold move that bypasses its established comiXology platform, Amazon is making a significant foray into the realm of webtoons, introducing its own dedicated division called Amazon Fliptoon, ThePopVerse reported. This innovative venture aims to captivate audiences in a fresh way, marking Amazon's entry into original webtoon content. Distinguishing itself from conventional … [Read more...] about Amazon ventures into Webtoons industry with Amazon Fliptoon
Authors ask FTC to Investigate Amazon’s ‘Domination’ of the Bookselling Industry
In an August 16th letter, the American Booksellers Association, the Authors Guild, and Open Markets Institute asked the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate Amazon as a bookseller. Accusations from the three organizations state that Amazon’s bookselling monopoly is dominating, “almost every aspect of the book market,” and that this is against, “open access to the free … [Read more...] about Authors ask FTC to Investigate Amazon’s ‘Domination’ of the Bookselling Industry
EVgo Drivers Get a Two-Month Free Trial of Audible Premium Plus
Image credit: EVgo Earlier this month, EVgo announced that its users will be able to access two months of Amazon’s Audible Premium Plus for free. EVgo, the country’s largest public fast-charging network for electric vehicles (EVs), has partnered with Audible to curate this limited-period offer. The premium subscription plan provides EVgo customers and PlugShare users with … [Read more...] about EVgo Drivers Get a Two-Month Free Trial of Audible Premium Plus
David Limp, head of Amazon devices is stepping down later this year
David Limp has overseen Amazon's devices for the past 13 years. He has led Kindle e-readers, Fire tablets, Alexa and other tech products. He will be stepping down later this year, and Amazon will announce a successor for his position. I met him several times in off-the-book meetings; he has been developing and shipping consumer electronics for over 30 years. The Amazon … [Read more...] about David Limp, head of Amazon devices is stepping down later this year
New Amazon AI-generated review summary feature provides easier product insight
When it comes to online shopping, reading through user reviews has become an essential step in evaluating the worth of a product. However, sifting through numerous reviews, which can run into the hundreds, can be a daunting task. Addressing this challenge, Amazon has harnessed the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to simplify the process. The e-commerce giant is now … [Read more...] about New Amazon AI-generated review summary feature provides easier product insight
Amazon building publisher-centric ad product team to boost $37 billion ad business
With an eye toward accelerating its ad revenue growth, Amazon is making strategic moves to establish a dedicated ad product team geared towards publishers. As Insider reported, this endeavor is part of Amazon's broader effort to bolster its advertising endeavors. The retail behemoth is actively recruiting for its newly formed "PubTech" team, a division within Amazon Ads, as … [Read more...] about Amazon building publisher-centric ad product team to boost $37 billion ad business
Avoid this Kindle book buying scam at Amazon
There is a new Kindle e-book scam circulating that potential buyers should be cautious about. As reported by the eBook Reader Blog, which in turn cited a Reddit post, this scam involves a link shared in the Book Description section. The link falsely claims that buyers can access the book at an unbelievably low price. It's important for buyers to be vigilant and not fall for … [Read more...] about Avoid this Kindle book buying scam at Amazon
Amazon’s New Policy Becomes Concerning for the UK Sellers
Amazon has implemented a policy for European sellers where they have decided to wait to pay the sellers until seven days after their product delivery. This initiative has ensured the company has adequate funds, just in case the customer requests a return or claim. About 15% of traders, who got associated with the platform before 2016, were only affected by the policy on 3 … [Read more...] about Amazon’s New Policy Becomes Concerning for the UK Sellers
Amazon providing AI tools to sellers for writing product descriptions
Amazon is providing its sellers with a generative AI tool designed to write product descriptions, The Information reported. This makes for a revolutionary development, one where large language models can be seen making further inroads in the e-commerce segment. The tool will let sellers generate the titles of the product they are selling as well as its description and bullet … [Read more...] about Amazon providing AI tools to sellers for writing product descriptions