The talk in Washington: Amazon’s arrival could launch a ‘war for talent’
With the arrival of HQ2, D.C. could move up to the majors as a tech capital.....»»
Rivian Follows In Tesla"s Footsteps To Roll Out In-House Insurance Service
Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ: AMZN)- and Ford Motor Co (NYSE: F)-backed electric vehicle startup Rivian on Thursday announced its own in-house insurance program for customers as it speeds closer to the launch of its firs read more.....»»
Amazon walks a political tightrope in its union fight
The company has always opposed efforts by its workers to organize, but its regulatory fate rests largely with Democrats in Washington, D.C......»»
Union Market creator tapped to help launch new downtown D.C. food hall
The person that launched Union Market in Northeast D.C., which kicked off a wave of food hall development in Greater Washington, is working on his next act: an 18-stall food hall in an office complex near the Farragut West Metro station. Develop.....»»
Amazon workers remain left out as Washington expands vaccine eligibility
A state health department spokeswoman said not all critical workers were included in the expansion of the Covid-19 vaccine program announced Thursday because supplies of the shots are still limited......»»
: Online grocer Ocado dismisses Amazon as a ‘very small competitor’ ahead of first Kroger warehouse launch
The largest supermarket retailer in the U.S. has teamed up with Ocado to open a series of automated warehouses......»»
Hospital system CEOs talk about ins and outs of vaccination strategies
Washington Health System and Mon Valley Health System, along with county leaders and two community health centers, took it upon themselves early in the absence of guidance from the state to coordinate efforts in Washington and Greene counties......»»
Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren want to tax CEOs who make 50 times more than their typical worker
The bill, which could raise $150 billion in 10 years, was discussed at a Senate committee hearing which also addressed Amazon unionization efforts. Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders talk before the tent.....»»
Amazon Targets Disruption Via Internal Healthcare Service Expansion: FT
Amazon.Com Inc (NASDAQ: AMZN) targets expansion of its internal healthcare service to other companies. It plans to launch video calls with doctors to tap millions of U.S. read more.....»»
Teladoc sinks after Amazon announces nationwide virtual care launch
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Amazon is getting ready to launch Amazon Care nationally
These are Insider's biggest healthcare stories for March 15. Hello,Welcome to Insider Healthcare. I'm Lydia Ramsey Pflanzer, and today in health.....»»
Bernie Sanders is taking on Jeff Bezos again, asking him to testify before the Senate about Amazon"s reported attempts to quash a union vote in Alabama
Sen. Bernie Sanders told the Washington Post that Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos had become a "symbol of the unfettered capitalism that we are living under." Senator Bernie Sanders (lef.....»»
Amazon"s new HQ definition goes beyond Seattle city limits
Amazon is the largest employer in Washington state and about half of its workforce is based in Seattle. But a frayed relationship with the city and rapid growth in other parts of the country have changed the way Amazon defines its Pacific Northwest base......»»
Virginia Tech to close N. Va. degree program due to staffing issues, financial pressures amid growing tech focus
The closure comes as Virginia Tech has promised to bolster the "tech talent pipeline" in Greater Washington......»»
Washington DC and state capitals are bracing for violence at March 4 protests with razor wire, fencing and visible uniformed security
The Biden administration has said that domestic terrorism is a serious concern. But talk of March 4 protests could be overplayed. A small group of anti-government protesters gathered outside the Texas State Ca.....»»
Jeff Bezos Might Be Targeting NFL"s Washington Football Team: Report
The head of Amazon.com (NASDAQ: AMZN) announced earlier this month he would step away from the CEO role of the company he founded. read more.....»»
Amazon Working On Project To Let Customers Enjoy Services Using "Digital Currency"
Amazon.com, Inc (NASDAQ: AMZN) appears to be preparing to launch a “digital currency” project, beginning with Mexico, based on the company's job listings. read more.....»»
What will Andy Jassy’s Amazon rise mean for AWS growth in the D.C. region?
One analyst sees the AWS CEO's promotion as possibly portending more heated cloud competition with rival Microsoft, which has increasingly been building out its real estate footprint across Greater Washington......»»
Here"s a look at all the lavish properties Jeff Bezos owns across the US
The former Amazon CEO has a new Los Angeles estate, multiple NYC apartments, a Washington DC mansion, and a 30,000-acre Texas ranch. Jeff Bezos. David Ryder/Getty Images Je.....»»
Comcast to launch 29 WiFi hotspots for low-income students in the Washington, DC metro area
The aim of the project is to bring free internet access to low-income students through local community centers. Comcast says it plans to launch 1,000 Lift Zones in coming years. Comcast Comcast announced plans Monday to establish 29 WiFi-equipp.....»»
Amazon, Facebook, other tech giants spent roughly $65 million to lobby Washington last year
The sizable sums foreshadow the political blitz that Silicon Valley is likely to mount in the face of fresh promises from President Biden and his new Democratic control in Congress that they plan to rein in the tech industry......»»