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 buyer gets brick instead of RTX 5080 graphics card
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.
Kroger expands DoorDash delivery partnership
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Kroger has broadened its grocery delivery service through DoorDash to cover over 2,200 stores nationwide. Analysts view this move as negative for rival Instacart, whose shares declined following the announcement. The expansion intensifies competition in the online grocery sector.
Amazon Prime users may qualify for refunds in $2.5 billion settlement
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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.