E-commerce
Amazon holds second Prime Day event on October 7-8, 2025
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Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, the retailer's second major sales event of 2025, kicked off on October 7 and runs through October 8, offering discounts for Prime members on gadgets, home devices, and more. Dubbed Prime Day part two, the two-day extravaganza features deals on items like Fire tablets, Kindles, and Wi-Fi routers. Shoppers can expect updates throughout the event as prices fluctuate.
Amazon Prime users may qualify for refunds in $2.5 billion settlement
Amazon has reached a $2.5 billion settlement that could provide refunds to Prime members affected by certain practices. Eligible users can claim compensation through an online process. The agreement addresses issues related to subscription services and consumer protections.
Amazon features floppy drives in hot new releases section in 2025
In 2025, Amazon continues to list floppy drives, zip drives, and tape storage under its 'Hot New Releases' category, prompting questions about the relevance of these outdated technologies. The e-commerce giant's decision has drawn criticism for potentially confusing consumers. TechRadar suggests retiring these categories to streamline offerings.
Mercado Libre reports US$7,400 million in revenues for Q3 2025
Mercado Libre, Latin America's leading e-commerce firm, reported net revenues of US$7,400 million for the third quarter of 2025, a 39% year-over-year increase that beat analyst expectations. Yet, net profit of US$421 million fell short due to instability in Argentina. Growth was driven by initiatives in Brazil and Mexico.
Amazon buyer gets brick instead of RTX 5080 graphics card
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A customer who ordered a high-end Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card from Amazon was shocked to receive a brick in the package. The incident highlights risks of commingling scams on the platform, where fraudulent returns mix with legitimate inventory.
Amazon introduces Help Me Decide button for faster purchases
Amazon has launched a new 'Help Me Decide' button powered by AI to assist shoppers overwhelmed by choices. The feature aims to streamline decision-making and speed up the buying process. It was announced on October 24, 2025.