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Amazon has successfully obtained an injunction against a New York labor law that could have imposed stricter regulations on its operations, allowing the company to continue its business practices without immediate changes. This legal victory comes amid ongoing scrutiny of Amazon's labor practices and its impact on workers.

Amazon has announced a significant push into artificial intelligence infrastructure with two major investments, marking a strategic shift from its traditional retail focus to becoming a key player in the national AI landscape. This announcement was made on November 25, 2025, as the company seeks to enhance its computing capabilities.

Amazon is facing a growing boycott from consumers as the holiday season approaches, reflecting rising discontent over pricing and service issues. This situation poses a significant threat to the company's holiday sales, which are crucial for its annual performance.

Research by Which? indicates that Black Friday discounts may not provide the lowest prices, with products from retailers like John Lewis and Very being cheaper outside the November discount period. The study tracked prices of 175 home, tech, and health appliances across eight retailers, including Amazon, over a year, revealing that none of the Black Friday offers were at their lowest in the past 12 months.

Amazon is advancing its in-house AI coding tool, Kiro, as a preferred option over competitors, according to internal memos. This strategic push highlights the company's commitment to enhancing its AI capabilities amid a competitive landscape.

Amazon has announced a significant investment of $50 billion to build data centers aimed at supporting U.S. government operations, enhancing the efficiency of discovery and decision-making processes within government agencies.

Amazon's X-energy has successfully closed a fundraising round with backing from Jane Street, as investors increasingly focus on nuclear energy as a key player in the anticipated AI boom. This development highlights a growing confidence in the nuclear sector's potential to meet the rising energy demands associated with advanced technologies.

Thousands of French retailers have initiated a class-action lawsuit against Shein, accusing the Chinese retailer of unfair competition. This legal action follows protests that erupted outside Shein's first physical store, which opened in Le BHV Marais department store earlier this month.