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2020
Whole Foods employees protest pandemic working conditions
Some Whole Foods employees collectively called in sick on March 31, seeking more protective equipment and higher pay from Amazon. The article also reports worker protests over continuing work at an Amazon warehouse where COVID-19 cases had been identified and alleges that workers were not informed and no disinfection had occurred.
2020
Amazon rejects Staten Island workers’ safety accusations
Amazon called the accusations made by workers at its Staten Island warehouse unfounded and said it had increased deep cleanings and made safety supplies available.
2020
Amazon workers walk out at Staten Island facility over COVID-19 response
Workers at Amazon’s Staten Island fulfillment center walked out to protest the company’s response to COVID-19 infections. Workers alleged that Amazon had failed to notify them about infections or properly clean the warehouse; Amazon had confirmed one case at the facility.
2020
Amazon workers in New York City walked out over pandemic safety protocols
Workers at some Amazon facilities in New York City walked out over the company's safety protocols during the COVID-19 pandemic. Union president Stuart Appelbaum alleged Amazon was prioritizing profits over employee safety; Amazon said claims that it was putting workers in jeopardy were unfounded and described safety measures it had taken.
2020
Amazon broadens product acceptance at its warehouses
Amazon announced that it would broaden the list of products accepted at its warehouses, with eligibility determined on an item-by-item basis and subject to capacity and other factors.
2020
Lyft collaborates with Amazon on package and grocery deliveries
Lyft confirmed that it was collaborating with Amazon to provide drivers for package and grocery deliveries.
2020
Amazon announces donation of supplies for quarantined patients
Amazon announced a donation of 250,000 items to temporary housing sites in King County, Washington, for patients quarantining or recovering from COVID-19.
2020
Amazon closes Shepherdsville warehouse after COVID-19 cases
Amazon closed its warehouse in Shepherdsville, Kentucky, after several workers tested positive for COVID-19; the facility was closed for cleaning.
2020
Amazon Kentucky warehouse closure extended until April 1
An Amazon warehouse in Shepherdsville, Kentucky, which had shut down for 48 hours after workers tested positive for COVID-19, was to remain closed until April 1 at the request of Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear.
2020
Amazon teams up with Seattle Coronavirus Assessment Network to deliver test kits
Amazon said it was teaming up with the Seattle Coronavirus Assessment Network to pick up and deliver coronavirus test kits in Seattle. Amazon Care and other delivery partners would provide infrastructure and logistics services for the effort.
2020
DOJ investigates Amazon third-party sellers
The U.S. Department of Justice started a probe of Amazon third-party sellers. The article says it was unclear whether the investigation was linked to alleged COVID-19-related price gouging on the platform.
2020
Amazon pauses Prime Pantry deliveries
Amazon announced that it was pausing Prime Pantry deliveries because of the surge in demand during the coronavirus pandemic while it worked to replenish inventory and fulfil outstanding orders.
2020
Amazon reopens Queens delivery station after sanitation
Amazon reopened its Queens delivery station after additional deep cleaning and sanitation following a worker's positive coronavirus test.
2020
Samsung announces refrigerator discount offer in India
Samsung announced Samsung Delight Offers on its frost-free refrigerator range in India, including discounts, bank offers, exchange benefits and no-cost EMI. The offer was scheduled to run from March 19 to March 22, 2020, on Flipkart and Amazon.
2020
USITC to investigate Neodron patent allegations against technology companies
The US International Trade Commission said it would investigate whether touchscreen devices made by Apple, Amazon and other companies involved alleged patent infringement. Neodron had alleged that the companies infringed four patents it owned; the source reports the investigation was to follow Neodron's February lawsuit.
2020
Amazon Italy warehouse workers strike over coronavirus measures
Workers at Amazon's Piacenza warehouse in Italy went on strike to protest the company's handling of the coronavirus crisis. Workers and union representatives alleged that hygiene and social-distancing measures were inadequate; Amazon said it was following local guidance and described precautions it had taken.
2020
Treatlife announces one-day discount on smart switches
Treatlife announced a one-day Amazon promotion offering 20–22% off selected two- to four-packs of its smart switches on March 14, 2020.
2020
Amazon offers Graviton2 cloud server instances
Amazon is offering cloud server instances powered by its Graviton2 processor; the article compares their performance and pricing with competing AMD and Intel systems.
2020
Amazon rolls out Alexa-enabled voice shopping in India
Amazon rolled out an Alexa-enabled voice-powered shopping feature in India, allowing customers to search for items, add them to their cart, check out and track orders by voice.
2020
Amazon cancels San Francisco cloud summit
Amazon announced that it was cancelling its San Francisco cloud summit, originally scheduled for April 14, because of concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.