Amazon's Sidewalk program has launched. Here's how to opt out.
Privacy advocates express alarm over internet-sharing program Amazon says will help devices work better.
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Amazon Sidewalk prompts privacy questions
Amazon has launched a new technology that the company says will enhance the performance of some of its internet-connected devices. But Amazon Sidewalk also uses the Wi-Fi within millions of American homes, and that has some privacy advocates concerned. CBS News' Nichelle Medina has the details.
Jeff Bezos is heading to space in own rocket
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos announced Monday that he'll fly to space on his own rocket. The New Shepard, built by Bezos' space company Blue Origin, is set to blast off from West Texas on July 20. Christian Davenport, who covers NASA and the space industry for The Washington Post (owned by Bezos), joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the significance of the upcoming flight.
Jeff Bezos says he's going to space
Jeff Bezos announced on Instagram that he and his brother Mark will go to space on the billionaire's aerospace company's first human space flight. It is scheduled to take off on July 20. The pair will join the winner of an auction that opened last month — the high bid has reached nearly $3 million.
Amazon workers have highest warehouse injury rate, groups say
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Waiting for Amazon Prime Day? Here's when it's happening
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Amazon devices will start sharing internet with neighbors
Echo, Ring and other smart devices will soon connect to each other automatically, raising potential privacy concerns.
Jeff Bezos to step down as Amazon's CEO in July
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is officially stepping down from his role as the company's CEO on July 5. CBSN tech reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN to discuss the billionaire's impact on the U.S. economy, politics and more.
Amazon set to launch Sidewalk mesh network in U.S
Starting on June 8, all Amazon smart devices across the U.S. will automatically be linked to one another as a part of Amazon's Sidewalk network. The goal is to create a low bandwidth network bridging all devices so that users can reboot malfunctioning equipment and even locate missing objects outside of the house. However, Sidewalk runs off of device owners' personal Wi-FI, prompting some security concerns. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson joins Tanya Rivero with his analysis.
NAACP: Hate crime probe at Amazon site not taken seriously
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After Washington, D.C., sues Amazon, 5 states consider action
The e-commerce giant faces scrutiny for alleged monopolistic practices from U.S. regulators and five states, according to reports.
Amazon to buy MGM Studios for $8.45 billion
Amazon is set to buy film studio MGM for nearly $8.5 billion as the online retailer looks to boost its streaming service.
Amazon to buy film studio MGM for $8.45 billion
Online retailer will gain trove of iconic films as it competes with Netflix, Disney and other streaming rivals.
Amazon shuts construction site again after 8th noose found
FBI joins hate crime probe as retailer offers $100,000 reward for information leading to those responsible.
Washington sues Amazon, alleging it inflates all prices online
District's attorney general claims Amazon's fees force third-party sellers to increase their prices across board.
Barry Jenkins on "The Underground Railroad"
Award-winning writer, director and producer Barry Jenkins talks with "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason about his new Amazon limited series, "The Underground Railroad," based on Colson Whitehead's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same name. He gives a behind-the-scenes look at creating the show, dealing with the darkness of slavery, and re-contextualizing the sacrifices of his ancestors to tell a story of survival and triumph.
Amazon to hire 75,000 logistics workers
World's biggest online retailer says new employees will get $100 if they're already vaccinated against COVID-19.
Jeff Bezos eats iguana
A photo of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos eating an iguana over the weekend drew curiosity over the delicacy.
Amazon's huge patent haul
E-commerce giant Amazon has been busy, racking up more than 7,000 U.S. patents.
Swamped by Amazon packages you didn't order?
A Massachusetts couple believes they are the target of an international online retail scam after being swamped by deliveries from Amazon. The packages have arrived once or twice a week for the past five months. The problem? They didn't order them. Jericka Duncan reports.
Big Tech Earnings
From Apple to Amazon, investors pored over earnings report from tech giants Thursday. Senior writer for Yahoo Finance Melody Hahm joins CBSN to break it all down.
New health care option
Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan Chase announced plans to create a new health care company aimed at tackling rising insurance costs. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains how it could impact the economy.
Well-known companies tackle health care
Three of America's best-known companies are joining forces to tackle rising health care costs.
Business trends for top companies
Tech giants like Facebook, Apple and Amazon are revealing their tech earnings this coming week, and FedEx is raising wages for employees after recent tax reform. Co-founder of MarketSnacks Nick Martell joined CBSN to break down the top business headlines.
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