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US proposes tariffs on up to $2.4B on French imports
Retaliation on France’s tax on American tech giants such as Google, Amazon and Facebook.
Warren escalates Facebook fight with ad targeting Zuckerberg
Elizabeth Warren, who in March proposed breaking up big tech companies, began running a text ad on Facebook to take aim at Zuckerberg.
Restoring forests one tree at a time, to help repair climate
A first line of defence against climate change, absorbing up to 25% of man-made carbon emissions each year.
EBay CEO clashes with board, steps down
Ebay, facing increasing competition from Amazon and other online stores, has been pressured to sell off some of its sites.
Plans call for Amazon operations at Pontiac Silverdome site
US$250 million project that could bring 1,500 jobs to Detroit area.
Looking to hire 30,000, Amazon plans nationwide job fairs
Amazon said the hiring events will take place Sept. 17 in six locations.
Canada pushes Amazon protections in free trade talks with Brazil
Carr says talks with Mercosur group will continue “because we are committed to diversifying our trading partners.”
Feds add $15M, water bombers to G7 help to fight Amazon wildfires
Part of the $20-million G7 commitment will be earmarked for a long-term global initiative to protect the rainforest.
France adopts pioneering tax on tech giants after US threat
Amounts to a 3% annual levy on French revenues exceeding US$28 million.
Amazon, seeking more skilled workers, will do the training
Amazon and other companies have struggled to find technically qualified U.S. employees.
Amazon rejects facial recognition, climate change proposals
Earlier this month, San Francisco banned the use of facial recognition software by police and other city departments.
Walmart ups the delivery game with next day shipping
The announcement comes just two weeks after online behemoth Amazon said it’s upgrading its free shipping option.
NY Governor: No reason to think Amazon might reconsider plan
The tech giant recently pulled the plug on its new NYC headquarters.
Amazon plans to open new distribution centre in Edmonton area; hire 600 workers
It will be the company’s 11th distribution facility in Canada.
Even small companies may be able to cut Amazon like deals
Whether a small business wants to buy or rent, it may have leverage with landlords or local governments to get breaks on rent or taxes.
