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No, the NFL’s AI-powered “Digital Athlete” is not a companion
The NFL has partnered with Amazon Web Services to develop Digital Athlete, an AI-powered injury prediction tool that analyzes data from all 32 teams to help keep players healthier. The system processes massive amounts of player data from sensors, cameras, and tracking technology to identify injury risks and optimize training schedules, representing a significant shift toward data-driven player safety in professional sports. How it works: Digital Athlete uses sensors in shoulder pads, cameras, and optical tracking to gather comprehensive data from practice and games across all NFL teams. The system generates about 500 million data points weekly—the same amount NextGen...
read Oct 13, 2025AWS builds AI dashboard to analyze medical reports. Here’s how to make it work.
Healthcare organizations generate massive amounts of medical data daily, yet much of this valuable information remains locked away in complex reports that require significant time and expertise to interpret. A new solution combining Amazon Web Services' artificial intelligence capabilities with modern web technologies promises to transform how medical professionals interact with patient data. This comprehensive dashboard solution leverages Amazon Bedrock (AWS's managed AI service), LangChain (a framework for building AI applications), and Streamlit (a Python-based web application framework) to create an intelligent system that not only stores medical reports but actively helps interpret them through natural language conversations and dynamic...
read Oct 10, 2025Bezos proposes AI data centers in space by 2040s, powered by solar energy
Jeff Bezos has proposed building gigawatt-scale data centers in space within the next two decades, powered by constant solar energy to address AI's growing power consumption demands. Speaking at Italian Tech Week, the Amazon founder argued that orbital computing infrastructure could eventually undercut the cost of terrestrial data centers while eliminating weather-related disruptions and energy constraints. The big picture: Space-based data centers would leverage permanent sunlight and unlimited power generation to support the massive energy requirements of AI training clusters, potentially solving sustainability concerns plaguing Earth-bound facilities. What they're saying: Bezos emphasized the advantages of space-based computing infrastructure during his...
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AWS debuts Quick Suite connecting 1,000+ apps for AI-powered workspaces
Amazon Web Services has launched Amazon Quick Suite, an AI-powered platform designed to serve as a centralized hub for enterprise workers to access data and complete tasks across multiple applications using natural language. The solution aims to address the challenge of critical business data being scattered across various systems, positioning itself as "everything you want to do with ChatGPT at work, but can't." What you should know: Quick Suite functions as an AI-powered workspace that connects to numerous enterprise applications and data sources. Workplace administrators can integrate the platform with personal repositories like Google Drive, Office 365, Slack, and email,...
read Oct 3, 2025Bezos warns AI is in an “industrial bubble” but says tech is real, will endure
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos declared artificial intelligence is currently in an "industrial bubble" during Italian Tech Week, comparing the current AI investment frenzy to the dotcom crash of 2000. Despite the bubble conditions, Bezos emphasized that AI technology is "real" and will deliver "gigantic" benefits to society once the market stabilizes. What you should know: Bezos identified classic bubble characteristics currently present in the AI industry, including inflated valuations and indiscriminate funding. Stock prices have become "disconnected from the fundamentals" of businesses, with investors struggling to distinguish between good and bad ideas amid the excitement. He cited examples of six-person...
read Oct 1, 2025AWS and NBA double (dribble) up with AI platform for basketball analytics and fan experiences
Amazon Web Services has announced a multi-year partnership with the National Basketball Association to launch "NBA Inside the Game," an AI-powered platform that transforms game data into insights and interactive experiences. The collaboration positions AWS to capitalize on the growing intersection of sports analytics and artificial intelligence, while giving the NBA advanced tools to enhance fan engagement and team strategy analysis. What you should know: The platform will deliver AI-driven basketball analytics across multiple NBA channels and provide teams with strategic insights. "NBA Inside the Game" will offer features for live broadcasts and be integrated into the NBA App, website,...
read Sep 30, 2025Amazon’s $25K donation launches 3 new robotics clubs in South Dakota
Amazon has donated $25,000 to the Black Hills Robotics Foundation to establish three new robotics clubs in South Dakota. The funding will also support existing clubs with equipment and travel expenses, expanding robotics education opportunities for middle school students in the region. What you should know: The donation will directly fund three new robotics clubs while providing additional support for existing programs in the Black Hills area. The Black Hills Robotics Foundation will determine which three proposed clubs receive funding to launch their programs. Additional money will go toward purchasing new equipment and covering travel fees for existing robotics clubs...
read Sep 30, 2025Amazon unveils AI-powered Kindle, Ring, and Echo devices starting at $99
Amazon unveiled a new generation of AI-powered devices including Kindle, Ring, and Echo products, all connected to its enhanced Alexa+ personal assistant that debuted in February. The announcement represents Amazon's response to investor pressure to modernize its device lineup with artificial intelligence capabilities, as analysts noted the company's offerings were starting to look "a bit dated" compared to competitors. Key product updates: Amazon introduced significant improvements across its major device categories with AI integration at the center. Ring cameras now feature "Familiar Faces" facial recognition that allows users to register friends and family, plus "AI Search" functionality for finding specific...
read Sep 30, 2025Amazon’s $100B AI bet stumbles as Alexa Plus disappoints users
Amazon's AI-powered Alexa Plus has launched with significant performance issues, including slow response times of up to 15 seconds and persistent hallucination problems that undermine its reliability for smart home control. The upgrade represents Amazon's attempt to compete with ChatGPT-like conversational AI, but early reviews reveal the technology isn't ready for the predictable, instant responses users expect from home automation systems. Key performance issues: The new Alexa Plus struggles with basic functionality that users have come to expect from smart assistants. Simple requests like checking the weather can take over 10 seconds, compared to instantly accessing smartphone apps. Complex smart...
read Sep 26, 2025Amazon loses another AI leader as competition with OpenAI heats up
Karthik Ramakrishnan, a 13-year Amazon veteran and vice president involved in artificial general intelligence development, has stepped down from the company. His departure adds to a growing exodus of senior AI leaders at Amazon as the tech giant intensifies its push to compete with OpenAI and Google in the artificial intelligence race. What you should know: Ramakrishnan was instrumental in creating Amazon's most recognizable consumer AI products and joins several other high-profile departures. He was part of the team that developed the Alexa voice assistant and Echo devices, two of Amazon's flagship AI-powered consumer products. Before Amazon, he worked at...
read Sep 26, 2025Window(s) shopping: Microsoft launches unified marketplace with 3,000+ AI apps
Microsoft has launched Microsoft Marketplace, a unified platform that offers more than 3,000 AI apps and agents built atop Microsoft Cloud. The marketplace merges Azure Marketplace and Microsoft AppSource, allowing businesses to quickly deploy AI tools without security concerns while positioning Microsoft to compete directly with Amazon Web Services in the enterprise AI distribution space. What you should know: Microsoft Marketplace streamlines AI tool procurement for enterprise customers by providing pre-vetted, cloud-compatible solutions. The platform combines Microsoft's existing Azure Marketplace (launched 2014) and AppSource (launched 2016) into a single destination for cloud services and AI applications. All offerings are compatible...
read Sep 23, 2025Daytona 1000: Amazon opens automated warehouse facility creating 1k Florida jobs
Amazon has opened a new $200 million robotics fulfillment center in Daytona Beach, Florida, marking a significant expansion of the company's automated warehouse operations in the region. The facility represents part of Amazon's broader $38 billion investment across Florida and is expected to create over 1,000 jobs with starting wages of $19 per hour plus benefits. What you should know: The new fulfillment center on Bellevue Avenue showcases Amazon's commitment to advanced robotics technology in its logistics operations. The facility features cutting-edge robotics systems designed to streamline order fulfillment and package processing. Starting wages of $19 per hour plus benefits...
read Sep 17, 2025Amazon’s Creative Studio AI agent creates free video ads for small businesses
Amazon has launched a new AI agent that automates the entire advertisement production process, from audience research to video creation, targeting small businesses that typically lack access to high-quality ad production resources. The tool, available through Amazon's Creative Studio, leverages the company's vast e-commerce data and multiple AI models to create professional-grade advertisements at no additional cost to advertisers. What you should know: The AI agent handles every aspect of ad creation, from initial concept to final video production. The tool suggests product taglines, generates custom imagery, creates music and voiceovers, and assembles multi-scene video ads. It's powered by Amazon's...
read Sep 11, 2025Amazon Prime Video adds AI “Pocket Health” QB threat levels to NFL broadcasts
Amazon Prime Video has launched new AI-powered features for its Thursday Night Football broadcasts, including "Pocket Health," which analyzes offensive line data to visualize quarterback threat levels in real-time. The enhancements represent Amazon's continued investment in AI-driven sports analytics, building on existing machine learning tools to differentiate its NFL coverage and provide viewers with deeper tactical insights. What you should know: Amazon's latest AI features focus on providing tactical analysis that wasn't previously available to television audiences. Pocket Health uses AI to analyze "tens of thousands of data points" across the offensive line during plays, creating on-screen visuals that indicate...
read Sep 11, 2025Anker’s eufy E30 4K security camera now $20 off at $49.98
Anker's eufy E30 Indoor Cam is now available for $49.98 through Amazon, down from its usual $70 price tag. The budget-friendly security camera offers 4K resolution, 360-degree panoramic views, and AI-powered tracking capabilities, making it an attractive option for households monitoring children, pets, or general home security without ongoing subscription fees. Key features: The E30 delivers comprehensive home monitoring with advanced capabilities typically found in higher-end models. 4K Ultra-Clear recording: Provides crystal-clear 24/7 recording with built-in two-way audio for real-time communication with family members or pets. 360-degree panoramic view: Users can navigate their home's view through new app features like...
read Sep 9, 2025Welles estate slams Amazon’s AI resurrection of “Magnificent Ambersons”
Amazon plans to use AI to recreate 43 minutes of destroyed footage from Orson Welles' 1942 film "The Magnificent Ambersons," but the legendary director's estate says they weren't consulted about the project. The controversy highlights growing tensions between AI innovation and creative rights, particularly when it involves posthumous use of artists' work without family consent. What's happening: Edward Saatchi, CEO of Showrunner AI (recently backed by Amazon), announced plans to resurrect the "lost" footage by shooting sequences with live actors and using AI to face-swap their likenesses with the original cast.• The project aims to restore what Saatchi calls Welles'...
read Sep 5, 2025Amazon Nova fuels F1-inspired AI racing experience for fans
Amazon Nova is powering the Real-Time Race Track (RTRT), an interactive Formula 1-inspired experience that lets fans design custom racing circuits while receiving AI-generated strategic insights and shareable racing posters. The multimodal AI platform addresses growing fan expectations for participatory sports content by combining text, speech, image, and data processing in real-time while maintaining cost-efficiency for scalable deployment. What you should know: The RTRT transforms passive F1 viewers into active participants through a comprehensive circuit design experience powered by Amazon Nova's multimodal capabilities. Fans can draw racing tracks of different lengths and shapes while receiving real-time AI recommendations for modifications....
read Sep 5, 2025Amazon slashes AI voice recorder price 46% to all-time low
Amazon has discounted the Recolx AI Voice Recorder to $69.99, marking it down 46% from its regular price of $129.99 in what the retailer calls its "all-time lowest price ever." The productivity device combines traditional voice recording with ChatGPT 5.0-powered AI features, targeting professionals returning to office environments who need seamless voice-to-text capabilities for meetings, interviews, and content creation. Key features: The Recolx Voice Recorder integrates multiple productivity functions into a single MagSafe-compatible device that attaches magnetically to smartphones. The device works with Apple iPhone, Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy S25, and other mobile devices through wireless connectivity. AI-powered features include...
read Sep 5, 2025Amazon-backed AI platform plans to restore 43 minutes of lost Orson Welles footage
Showrunner, an Amazon-backed AI platform that calls itself the "Netflix of AI," plans to use artificial intelligence to reconstruct 43 minutes of lost footage from Orson Welles' 1942 film "The Magnificent Ambersons." The project aims to restore what many consider a "ruined masterpiece" after studio executives cut nearly an hour from Welles' original vision, representing one of cinema's most famous cases of studio interference. The big picture: This represents a new frontier in AI's application to film restoration, where technology could potentially recover lost artistic works rather than just creating new content from scratch. What you should know: "The Magnificent...
read Sep 5, 2025Hell no, RTO: Amazon’s 5-day office policy hurts AI talent recruitment
Amazon's strict five-day return-to-office policy is hampering its ability to recruit top tech talent, according to internal documents and recruiter accounts obtained by Business Insider. The policy, which requires employees to work in designated "hub" offices or face termination, is particularly limiting Amazon's access to high-demand professionals with generative AI skills—a critical area where the company is racing to maintain competitiveness. What you should know: Amazon's aggressive RTO stance is creating measurable recruitment challenges that extend beyond typical workplace flexibility concerns. The company's hub strategy is listed as one of the "hotly debated topics" among recruiters, specifically limiting their ability...
read Sep 2, 2025Kiwis and clouds: AWS launches New Zealand region with NZ$7.5B investment
Amazon Web Services has officially launched its Asia Pacific (New Zealand) Region, allowing organizations to store data and run applications within the country for the first time. The infrastructure investment represents Amazon's largest commitment to New Zealand's digital economy, with plans to spend NZ$7.5 billion over 15 years while creating over 1,000 jobs annually and contributing an estimated NZ$10.8 billion to the country's GDP. What you should know: The new AWS region begins operations with three Availability Zones located in the Auckland area, each consisting of one or more data centers designed to improve redundancy and resilience. Organizations can now...
read Sep 2, 2025Amazon’s Lens Live turns your phone camera’s wandering eye into an AI shopping tool
Amazon has launched Lens Live, a new AI-powered shopping feature that lets users point their camera at objects in their environment to find matching products on Amazon's marketplace. The feature represents Amazon's latest push to integrate AI into the shopping experience, potentially transforming how consumers discover and purchase products by making any visible object a potential shopping trigger. What you should know: Lens Live uses real-time object detection to identify products captured by your camera and surfaces similar items from Amazon's billions of product listings. The feature is currently rolling out exclusively to the Amazon Shopping app on iOS, with...
read Aug 28, 2025Volkswagen’s 5-year AWS deal targets tens of millions in AI factory savings
Volkswagen has extended its cloud partnership with Amazon Web Services for another five years, deepening its commitment to using AI for production optimization across its global manufacturing network. The German automaker estimates the AI-driven systems will generate tens of millions of euros in cost savings over the medium term, supporting its broader cost-cutting overhaul. What you should know: Volkswagen's digital production platform is already operational across 43 manufacturing locations in Europe, North America, and South America. The cloud-based system connects factories to optimize complex vehicle assembly processes and improve operational efficiency. Volkswagen operates over 114 production sites globally, suggesting significant...
read Aug 27, 2025AI concession tech at Boston’s TD Garden, Fenway Park sparks worker displacement debate
AI-powered concession technology at Boston sports venues has sparked debate over job displacement, with three readers offering contrasting perspectives on automation's impact on stadium workers. The discussion centers around Amazon's Just Walk Out technology implemented at TD Garden and similar systems at Fenway Park, highlighting broader tensions between technological efficiency and worker welfare. What they're saying: Three distinct viewpoints emerge from readers responding to concerns about AI replacing concession workers. Charlie Tillett from Wayland argues that technological disruption is inevitable: "Just because a workflow is being disrupted by utilizing artificial intelligence does not mean we should be locked into the...
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