Amazon
Ecommerce marketplace with ultra-fast delivery service
On record: 4 launches · 4 hiring updates · 3 innovations. Every entry is dated and checked against a company announcement, filing or published report.
Launches & expansion
- Product launch
Amazon began rolling out Alexa for Shopping on its app and website in India.
- Market entry
Amazon expanded its Amazon Now ultra-fast delivery service to over 120 cities.
- Market entry
Amazon launched its Amazon Now fast delivery service in Amritsar and Jaipur.
- Market entry
Amazon plans to expand its Amazon Now quick commerce service to 100 cities across India.
Innovation
- Delivery & logistics
Amazon opened its logistics and supply-chain network to outside businesses for storage and delivery.
- Technology
Amazon expanded its Counterfeit Crimes Unit to India to tackle fake goods.
- Delivery & logistics
Amazon Now plans to open two micro-fulfillment centers daily, targeting over 300 dark stores by year end.
Hiring & jobs
- Layoffs
Amazon cut a small number of jobs, mainly in its Stores e-commerce unit.
- Layoffs
Amazon cut corporate roles, including in its robotics team, as part of 30,000 layoffs.
- Layoffs
Amazon cut 16,000 jobs globally to undo pandemic-era hiring amid its AI push.
- Layoffs
Amazon plans a second round of corporate job cuts toward trimming 30,000 roles.
Frequently asked questions
What is Amazon?
Ecommerce marketplace with ultra-fast delivery service. We list it under Ecommerce & Marketplaces and Quick Commerce.
Is Amazon hiring?
The latest hiring news we have: Amazon cut a small number of jobs, mainly in its Stores e-commerce unit (October 2026).
Key facts
- Category
- Ecommerce & Marketplaces, Quick Commerce
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