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Update: Amazon released a statement saying that an email to employees telling them to delete TikTok from their phones was sent out “in error.” “This morning’s email to some of our employees was sent in error. There is no change to our policies right now with regard to TikTok,” an Amazon spokesperson said. Amazon sent out …

Amazon employees who on Friday morning were told to delete TikTok from their phones received the directive by mistake, the company told The Post. The e-commerce juggernaut’s IT department had sent out an email to workers saying that “if you have TikTok on your device, you must remove it by 10-Jul to retain mobile access …

Amazon has agreed to buy California-based self-driving startup Zoox in a deal reported to be worth more than $1 billion that gives it options to use autonomous technology in either ride-hailing or its delivery network. The world’s largest online retailer has stepped up its investment in the car sector, participating in self-driving car startup Aurora …

Sebastian Zurita knows a thing or two about “How to Survive Being Single” — the American title of his new Spanish-language ensemble comedy (“Como Sobrevivir Soltero”) premiering Friday on Amazon. “This comes from a guy who’s been single for eight years,” says the Mexican-born Zurita, 33, who stars in the series. “The original idea came …

Fans of sustainability, rejoice. Shoes from much-loved sneaker brand Veja — a favorite of Meghan Markle, Reese Witherspoon, Emily Ratajkowski and more stars — are now on sale, thanks to Amazon’s Big Style Sale 2020. The rarely-discounted low-tops typically retail for $140, but are now being offered for $105, or 25% off. Veja became über-popular …

That ugly face could be your big break. A casting agency in New Zealand is looking for talent for Amazon’s “Lord of the Rings” series — but only “unusual” or “funny looking” wannabes. “Do you have an overbite, face burns, long skinny limbs, deep cheekbones, lines on your face, acne scars, ears that stick out, …

Amazon has signed a lease for a 1-million-square-foot warehouse in Queens, its biggest-ever in New York City, according to a report. The deal will see Amazon knock down a former paper-making factory at 55-15 Grand Avenue in the borough’s Maspeth neighborhood, according to Business Insider (paywall), and replace it with the multi-story warehouse. The massive …

Google’s advertising business is experiencing a major slowdown due to the coronavirus-battered travel industry. The search giant will see its ad revenue drop for the first time in more than a decade, according to data from research firm eMarketer, as the travel industry — normally one of the platform’s most rock-solid spenders — pulls back …

Amazon Prime, Hulu and Comedy Central have all removed an episode of “Workaholics” which featured comedian Chris D’Elia playing the role of a child molester. Last week, multiple women accused D’Elia, 40, of trying to sexually engage with them and solicit nude photos while they were underage. Now, former fans are starting to recall the …

Amazon is once again in hot water after its Chicago warehouse offered workers chicken and waffles to celebrate Juneteenth – the day the slaves were freed. “We stand in solidarity honoring the black community by supporting local black businesses. We are happy to share an authentic meal crafted by Chicago’s Chicken + Waffles June 19th,” …