Amazon
In 1994, Jeff Bezos started his then online marketplace for books Amazon from his garage in Bellevue, Wash. before expanding to sell other products including electronics, apparel, toys, and jewelry. By 2015, Amazon went on to surpass Walmart as the most valuable retailer in the United States.
In 2017, Amazon acquired Whole Foods and in 2018 it launched its two-day delivery service called Prime. Today, it is the second-largest private employer in the United States and Amazon Prime has over 100 million subscribers worldwide.
Founder: Jeff Bezos
Launch Date: July 5, 1994
Services and Products:
- Amazon Prime
- Amazon Fresh
- Amazon Web Services
- Alexa
- Amazon Drive
- Echo
- Kindle
- Fire Tablets
- Fire TV
- Amazon Video
- Amazon Music
- Amazon Studios
- AmazonWireless
Value: $1.5 trillion
Latest Amazon News and Updates
The Identity of the Headless Man Has Remained a Mystery to Royal Family Fans for Decades
Who was the headless man on 'A Very British Scandal'? Amazon's new show is already catching viewers' attention, but who was this mystery figure?
Here Are Some of Our Favorite Adult Animated Series for You to Binge on Prime Video
Prime Video has a wide selection of adult animated series to check out. Here are some of our favorite shows, ranging from superheroes to anime.
TikTokers Defend Amazon Driver After Woman Accuses Them of Stealing Her Package
A TikTok user accused an Amazon delivery driver of stealing her package, but throngs of other users on the platform think she's full of it.
Amazon Employee Records Sleeping Co-Worker, Sparks TikTok Debate About Overworking
An Amazon employee was caught in a viral TikTok sleeping on packages and it started a conversation on the social media platform.
The Real Meaning Behind the Group's Name in 'The Legend of Vox Machina'
The new series ‘The Legend of Vox Machina’ features the members of Vox Machina fighting to protect the world. But what does “Vox Machina” mean?
Many 'Critical Role' Fans Think Orion Acaba Could Make a Comeback in 'Vox Machina'
Orion Acaba played Tiberius Stormwind in the original ‘Vox Machina’ campaign in ‘Critical Role.’ Will he make a return in ‘The Legend of Vox Machina’?
What Does It Mean if Your Amazon Alexa Device Is Flashing or Blinking Different Colors?
Sometimes, our Amazon Alexa Echo devices flash or blink different colors. We're here to uncover the truth and discover what the colors mean.
A Viral TikTok Video Featuring an Amazon Delivery Van Is Tearing up the Internet
In a video going viral on TikTok, a woman steps out of an Amazon delivery van, leading many to question what she was doing in the van to begin with.
Amazon Prime Day Is Going Global With Savings for Prime Members in 20 Countries
Is Amazon Prime Day global in 2021? The company is offering deals to Prime members in 20 countries on June 21 and 22, 2021. Read more.
'Flack' Star Anna Paquin and Husband Stephen Moyer Could Reunite On-Screen
Anna Paquin stars in Amazon's 'Flack,' and her husband, Stephen Moyer, is now also working on the series with her, so could he appear on-screen?
Jeff Bezos Was Born Jeff Jorgensen — What's His Ethnicity?
What is Jeff Bezos's ethnicity? Plus, who does the Amazon founder date, and what's all the commotion about him going to space? Details inside!
Want to Opt out of Amazon Sidewalk, the "Insecure" Wireless Standard? Learn Here
Amazon's new communication standard, sidewalk, is one that's got people freaking out over potential security risks, so how do you opt out of it?
Toilet Paper With Donald Trump's Tweets Sold Out Instantly On Amazon
Toilet Tweets is allowing people to wipe their bottoms with toilet paper featuring some of President Donald Trump's tweets.
This Is Why Amazon Sometimes Packs Small Items In Huge Boxes
There's a reason why your small item comes in a giant Amazon box, believe it or not.
This Zoo Gives Animals Amazon Reviews That Are Absolutely 5 Stars
Zoo begins giving animals reviews on Amazon that are very appropriate
This Guy's Pre-Workout Amazon Review Lists All The Hilarious Side Effects He Felt
This guy's Amazon review of pre-workout supplement Beyond Raw Lit reveals all the hilarious side effects.
Alexa, Did Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos Sign a Prenup?
Jeff Bezos is divorcing his wife McKenzie, and people are concerned the Amazon founder does not have a prenup.
Woman Saved All Her Amazon Boxes for Six Months to Play a Prank on Her Husband
The woman saved up all the family's Amazon boxes from the past six months.
Amazon is Selling a Bracelet That Shocks You For Spending Too Much Money or Eating Fast Food
Every time you get a craving, you're supposed to turn on the juice and shock yourself with the Pavlok.
People are Leaving Hilarious Amazon Reviews for This $10,000 Swiss Army Knife
People are finding this expensive Swiss army knife to be hilarious and are leaving the best reviews for it on amazon.
Laugh at These Amazon Prime Day Memes Instead of Buying Useless Stuff
These hilarious Amazon Prime Day memes will have you laughing — and they might inspire you to skip buying useless stuff just because it’s on sale too.
This Man Got His Amazon-Loving Wife a Package Cake for Her Birthday
Emily has a habit of ordering a lot of things from Amazon, so her husband got her a cake shaped like an Amazon package for her birthday.
Meet Shantel VanSanten: The Actress Who Plays Becca Butcher in Amazon's 'The Boys'
Meet the actress who plays Becca Butcher from Amazon's 'The Boys.' Details on Shantel VanSanten's Instagram, dating life, and more.
Popclaw Steals the Spotlight on Amazon's 'The Boys'
Brittany Allen landed a role on Amazon's dark comedy 'The Boys'. Here's everything to know about Popclaw and the actress who plays her.
Amazon's "Fulfillment Ambassador" Tweets Have People Concerned for Amazon Workers
Not many people paid the accounts much notice until recently. At the start of the month, Amazon offered to give members of the public tours of the fulfilment centres to see what they're "really like."
Orlando Bloom's New Amazon Show 'Carnival Row' Blends Fantasy With 19th Century England
Orlando Bloom's new show 'Carnival Row' has a fascinating cast and will definitely be returning for Season 2. Get the details here.
Fans Are Begging for More Episodes of Amazon's New Series 'Carnival Row'
Will there be a Season 2 of 'Carnival Row'? Binge-watchers are already asking for more episodes of the fantasy series. Here’s what we know.
Who Are the Critch on Amazon's 'Carnival Row'? All the Details on the Buzzed-About Show
An explainer on the Critch meaning on 'Carnival Row.' The show dropped its first season on August 30, and it stars Cara Delevingne and Orlando Bloom.
Rosa Salazar From Amazon's 'Undone' Is Becoming Hollywood's Favorite Actress to Animate
'Undone' star Rosa Salazar has been acting in Hollywood for nearly a decade — here's everything you should know about the talented star.
How in the World Was Amazon Able to Make 'Undone' So Visually Spectacular?
How was ‘Undone’ made? Amazon employed some awesome technology to create the animated series, and it has fans dying to know more about the technology.
Soon You Can Add Samuel L. Jackson's Voice to Your Amazon Alexa
The voice of your Amazon Alexa will soon be able to be the iconic voice of acclaimed actor Samuel L. Jackson.
Cyber Monday Is Sparking a Debate About Whether or Not to Use Amazon Smile
How does Amazon Smile work? For Cyber Monday, charities all over are asking for Amazon Smile donations but Twitter users are questioning the service.
Amazon Prime Subscribers Are Upset They're Not Receiving Two-Day Shipping on Orders
The best part about an Amazon Prime subscription is free 2-day shipping, so why is the company not delivering some prime items in that time frame?
James May, the Host of Amazon's 'Our Man in Japan,' Is a Huge Deal in the U.K.
'Our Man in Japan' host James May has an extremely successful television career and a love of fast cars.
I'll Be Watching Amazon's New Series, 'Citadel,' for the Totally Loaded Cast
The cast of Amazon's new thrilling series, 'Citadel,' was just announced, and it's totally loaded — I'll definitely be tuning in for the premiere.
The Best Amazon Prime Shows of 2020, in Case You Needed Another Reason to Stay In
The best Amazon Prime shows of 2020 are here to get you ready for another year of binge-watching the shows everyone is talking about
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos Just Dropped $165M on a Mansion in Beverly Hills
Billionaire Jeff Bezos’ new home is literally one for the record books, but it does have people wondering: does he have to pay taxes on the property?
Guy Kept Ordering Cardboard Boxes from Amazon and Getting Bags of Granola Instead
All Dave Meslin wanted was a 25-pack of brown cardboard boxes. But he mysteriously kept getting bags of granola instead.
What Is Jeff Bezos's Religion? The Amazon CEO Keeps His Beliefs to Himself
Jeff Bezos is one of the richest — and therefore most famous — people in the world, but people are curious: What is the Amazon CEO's religion?
Amazon Prime Delivery Is Experiencing Delays in the Wake of Coronavirus
If you ordered something on Amazon Prime and noticed that delivery times are being delayed, here's why it’s happening. Yep, the coronavirus hoarding.
Amazon Delivery Driver Caught Spitting On Package Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
He could face terrorism charges over the incident.
Amazon's New Sci-Fi Series 'Tales From the Loop' Is Based on Futuristic Paintings
Amazon's new sci-fi series 'Tales From the Loop' is based on digital paintings by Swedish artist Simon Stålenhag. What to know about the show!
PSA: Protect Yourself From This New Amazon Text Message Scam — What to Know!
Amid the current coronavirus pandemic, hackers are hoping to scam unsuspecting individuals with a new Amazon Rewards text message. What to know!
Amazon’s Lightning Deals Are Still Available — Just Not on the Home Page
Amazon shoppers noticed that Lightning Deals have disappeared from the site’s home page. Don’t worry, though — they’re still available!
Amazon Prime Day Won't Be in July Like Usual This Year — Get the Details
When is Amazon Prime Day in 2020? Here are the details about why the popular day won't be in July this year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Amazon Prime's Not Entirely to Blame for the Removal of 'Downton Abbey'
What happened to 'Downton Abbey' on Prime? A new subscription service acquired the rights to everyone's favorite British drama — here's how to watch.
The Viral Hashtag #RIPJeffBezos Claimed the Amazon CEO Had Drowned
The hashtag RIP Jeff Bezos is creating buzz on social media, but many users aren't clear why the hashtag has been trending online recently.
Amazon Prime Books Will Help You Get Through Quarantine
Gone are the days of going to the library, now Amazon Prime runs the book world. But are Amazon Prime books free? Here's the catch.
People Share Amazon's Attempts to "Hide" Their Packages from Burglars
One person shared Amazon's meager attempt to hide their package from burglars, and soon many others chimed in with similar incidents.
Amazon Prime Members Are Upset About Delayed Two-Day Delivery
At the beginning of the pandemic, Amazon Prime's two-day delivery was often delayed. What happened to the promise, and will it return?
The Dogs on Amazon's 'The Pack' Traveled More in 2020 Than We Did
When was 'The Pack' filmed? Amazon's new canine competition series takes place in cities all over the world.
Where Was the Amazon Series 'The Wilds' Filmed?
Where was the YA Amazon series 'The Wilds' filmed? Find out all of the locations the show was shot and more about the female-led survival series.
Sorry, But the Amazon Kindle Challenge Is on an Invite-Only Basis
The Amazon Kindle Challenge is the company's latest campaign to increase reading in January of 2021. Details on how it all works.
Jeff Bezos Relinquishes His Amazon CEO Position to Andy Jassy of Web Services
No, Jeff Bezos isn't leaving Amazon forever, but he did relinquish his CEO position, prompting questions from folks.
Andy Jassy Has Been With Amazon Almost as Long as Jeff Bezos Himself
Andy Jassy is a longtime Amazon executive who's taking over as CEO, but who is his family and how will his salary change in his new role?
Owen Wilson's New Amazon Movie Has Viewers Questioning Their Reality [SPOILERS]
A new movie starring Owen Wilson and Salma Hayek is an exploration of reality and utopian society. Here's the ending of 'Bliss', explained.
How to Buy Unclaimed Amazon Packages and Get in on the Newest TikTok Craze
If you're addicted to the latest TikTok trend like everyone else, here's how to buy unclaimed Amazon packages so that you, too, can be a star.
Can You Guess Which Diabolical Historical Figure the Amazon Logo Looked Like?
The Amazon logo has now been changed twice for the first time in five years, so why did they change the logo? It may have to do with what it resembles.
