Entries in Amazon (199)

Tuesday
Dec102024

'Warhammer 40,000' heads to the screen

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Games Workshop and Amazon have reached a deal to bring the Warhammer 40,000 universe to the small and big screen. The agreement grants Amazon Content Services exclusive rights to develop films and television series set in this universe, with the potential to expand into the Warhammer Fantasy universe in the future.

While production on the Warhammer 40,000 films and television series is still in the early stages, franchise fans can expect to see some of their favourite characters and stories come to life on screen in the coming years.

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Saturday
Dec072024

Apple TV+ is now an Amazon Prime Video add-on in Canada

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Canadian Prime Video subscribers join US-, Australia-, and United Kingdom-based counterparts with access to Apple TV+ through their Amazon streaming subscription. Prime members will be billed $12.99 monthly to access hit Apple TV+ shows like Severance and Ted Lasso. Some Major League Soccer matches and Apple's Friday Night Baseball are also part of the package.

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Wednesday
Dec042024

Report: Amazon seeks to license news content for revamped Amazon Alexa voice assistant

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Amazon wants to boost the generative artificial intelligence capabilities of its Alexa voice assistant. And they want the help of news publishers. Amazon is reportedly seeking licensing agreements with news publishers to allow it to respond to real-time queries about the news.

Alexa currently offers answers from sources like Reuters, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Associated Press, and more. However, it isn't set up to provide real-time answers for breaking news. So, Amazon wants to change this with the updated version of Alexa, which is expected to come out next year.

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Thursday
Nov212024

Amazon's Alexa: From AI ambitions to practical partnerships?

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Amazon's Alexa is undergoing a strategic shift, pivoting from ambitious artificial-powered aspirations to a more pragmatic approach. Instead of relying on complex AI models, the company is reportedly focusing on partnerships with established companies like Uber, OpenTable, GrubHub, Ticketmaster, and Instacart. This strategic move aims to enhance Alexa's capabilities in specific tasks, such as ordering food, booking rides, and making reservations.

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