The company said it filed the lawsuits in a Washington state court and in Germany. Paid reviews remain a consistent problem for Amazon even though it banned the practice eight years ago. The company says it uses machine learning technology and thousands of employees to crack down on the practice. Itstruggles to remove themhowever because the activity is coordinated on external websites and social media groups. The lawsuit follows similar actions Amazon has takenagainst AppSally, Rebatest, Matronex and Fivestar Marketing....

Instead, automatic returns will only be available if readers have gotten through no more than 10% of an ebook. To return a book after reading more than 10%, customers will have to go through a lengthier review process. “We’re always listening to feedback to provide the best experience for customers and authors,” an Amazon spokesperson said in a comment. “While we continue to see low overall returns, we will deactivate the self-service return option for any book read past 10% by the end of the year....

Rescue teams worked Saturday to clear rubble and find anyone unaccounted for, the Times said. We also want to thank all the first responders for their ongoing efforts on scene. We’re continuing to provide support to our employees and partners in the area." Andy Beshear saying that the death toll there could exceed 100, the Timesreported. Cinematographer Chris Phillips tweeted outaerial footage of the devastated Amazon facility in Illinois. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) isinvestigating the collapse, multiple outlets reported Monday....

It was the third election asking workers whether they wanted to be represented by the fledgling labor group. The unofficial tally was 406 votes against and 206 votes for the union. A second Staten Island warehousevoted against the unionin May. The election comes as Amazon faces increasing regulatory scrutiny frommultiple federal agencies. The Department of Labor isinvestigating workplace safetyat multiple Amazon warehouses. And the Federal Trade Commission isprobing the company’s business practicesfor antitrust violations....

Amazon is already offering deep discounts across its Fire TV range, including itsAmazon Fire TV Soundbar. There are multiple TV configurations available with amaximum 45% savingat the time of writing. These deals could all come to an end without any warning. Normally $120, the 2.0 speaker supports DTS Virtual:X and is now yours forjust $100. Fancy a new TV to pair your new soundbar with? Looking for something bigger? The 55-inch 4-Series is a 4K TV that’snow just $340, a savings of $180....

This 27-inch model would normally sell for $280, but today themonitor is down to just $180. And you don’t need to enter any codes or clip any coupons. The built-in HDMI and USB connectivity make it a cinch to connect the monitor to your choice of devices. It’s even got built-in USB-A ports to charge up connected peripherals or transfer files easily. Hey, did you know?CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money....

If you’re thinking of buying new, then you’re in luck. Need even more batteries? Another pair of batteriesis now just $129, down from almost $240. Building your setup from scratch? Just remember that these deals aren’t going to stick around for much longer. Don’t yet have an Amazon Prime subscription? Sign up for theCNET Deals Textto get daily deals sent straight to your phone. Add the freeCNET Shopping extensionto your internet tool for real-time price comparisons and cash-back offers....

Withholiday shoppingon the horizon, we’re already starting to see a few earlyBlack Friday deals. Among them is this massive discount on the Amazon Echo Pop smart speaker. Regularly priced at $40, that’s a large 55% discount. Hey, did you know?CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. It’s not a big boost over other options, but it’s still worth noting. If you’re looking for one of thebest smart speaker dealsright now, then this is it....

We’re one week out fromBlack Friday, but Amazon is done waiting. And the best part? you might save up to 64% right now, with the cheapest bundles starting atjust $40. Amazon’s Black Friday saleofficially kicked off this morning, offering massive savings across the board. you might score it, along with aBlink Miniindoor home security camera, forjust $45right now. That’s only $5 more than grabbing the Echo Show 5on its own....

Amazon makes some of the most recognizable andbest smart speakerson the market. They’re are great for displaying pictures, watching videos or simply listening to music. Now you canget one of your own with up to 33% offthe normal price. Looking for something more at home on a kitchen counter? TheAmazon Echo Show 8is the latest model andis now just $100, down from the usual $150. It has a large 8-inch display and can act as a smart home hub and more....

The next time you’re shopping on Amazon, it might be a little easier to surf reviews. Amazon said the AI-powered feature will primarily gather information from reviews with verified purchases. As of now, the feature is available only to some US mobile shoppers. Amazon and AI This feature is one part of Amazon’s AI push. Amazon, likenearly every tech company this past year, has expanded its use ofgenerative AI. Artificial intelligence technologies have been around for years, but the field has advanced rapidly....

These devices are compact, ultraportable and offer a wide variety of content for readers of all ages. Right now Amazon has discounted a number of its Kindle devices byup to 33%. It’s a great entry-level model for anyone wanting to make the switch to digital books. It’s compact and has a 6-inch screen, but still boasts 300-ppi resolution. And right now you might save 20% on the ad-supported version inblackanddenimcolors....

During theNew Worldbeta test this past summer, a fewtesters with EVGA brand graphics cards saw them stop working. Those affected say they’ve already begun the process of sending the cards back to the manufacturers. So we knew this was going to happen. Gigabyte says it’s investigating the issue and reaching out to some affected customers for more info. Those who have bricked cards can contact Gigabyte to begin the return process....