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Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) reported Q3 financial results, revealing a 15% increase in net sales to $110.8 billion, but a decline in operating income to $4.9 billion from $6.2 billion year-over-year. Operating cash flow decreased 1% to $54.7 billion, while free cash flow fell significantly to $2.6 billion from $29.5 billion in the previous year. Net income also dropped to $3.2 billion, or $6.12 per diluted share, down from $6.3 billion. The company anticipates incurring additional costs in Q4 due to labor shortages and increased supply chain expenses.

Data Vault Holdings has appointed Ed Cushing, Global Account Manager at Amazon Web Services, as the first member of its new advisory board. Cushing is expected to provide strategic guidance to enhance the company's data monetization platform. Executive Chairman Alfred Blair Blaikie III emphasized Cushing's extensive experience in the tech industry and corporate strategy, which will support the company's growth objectives. Data Vault Holdings aims to attract additional advisory members to further innovate its business strategies targeting enterprise-scale data monetization.

Amazon's eero for Service Providers has reported over 75% year-over-year growth from September 2020 to September 2021. The company has established partnerships with major ISPs including TalkTalk, MasMovil, and Mediacom. New features in eero Insight enhance network management and troubleshooting with fleet analytics, network analysis, APIs, and security capabilities. eero's ISP segment now accounts for one-third of its overall business, reflecting strong demand for reliable home wifi solutions globally.

Amazon has launched new solutions to enhance senior living and healthcare through Alexa Smart Properties. These solutions enable residents and patients to connect with loved ones, access information, and interact with care teams using voice commands. Notable senior living communities like Atria and hospitals including Boston Children's Hospital are integrating these Alexa-enabled experiences. The platform allows for efficient communication, personalized care, and improved operational efficiency, benefiting both residents and healthcare providers. Privacy measures ensure data security for users.

Amazon has launched a new robotics manufacturing facility in Westborough, Massachusetts, creating over 200 jobs. This addition expands Amazon Robotics' capabilities in the U.S. and supports the company's significant growth in Massachusetts, where it has generated over 20,000 jobs since 2010. The 350,000-square-foot facility will focus on manufacturing mobile drive units, complementing existing facilities. Additionally, Amazon is hiring 1,500 seasonal workers in the area, providing competitive wages and benefits for its employees.

Amazon announced new tools for U.S. third-party sellers at the Accelerate 2021 conference, enhancing international sales capabilities. The tools include Customer Service by Amazon, Marketplace Product Guidance, Global Inventory Viewer, and Global Listing, aimed at simplifying global operations. Over 6 million U.S. products are expected to thrive internationally, with 20,000 sellers having successfully expanded last year. Amazon's investment of over $18 billion in logistics supports these initiatives, creating approximately 1.8 million U.S. jobs in the process.

Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) has launched Amazon Local Selling at the Accelerate 2021 conference, allowing local, regional, and national retailers to offer in-store pickup and fast delivery to customers. This initiative caters primarily to third-party sellers, enabling them to expand their multichannel offerings. The program is now available to numerous retailers, enhancing product accessibility, including large and fragile items. Last year, Amazon invested over $18 billion in logistics and seller tools, supporting an estimated 1.8 million U.S. jobs.

Amazon has announced the launch of a new Search Analytics Dashboard aimed at assisting sellers in the Brand Registry program. This tool will provide anonymized data on customers' interests and shopping behaviors, empowering sellers to optimize listings, improve inventory planning, and enhance product development. The dashboard, available in early 2022 at no cost for registered sellers, enhances Amazon's existing analytics suite, offering insights into sales funnels and keyword performance. Last year, Amazon invested over $18 billion to support its sellers, contributing to approximately 1.8 million U.S. jobs.

Amazon has launched the Product Opportunity Explorer, a new tool to aid third-party sellers in identifying new product opportunities based on customer searches and buying trends. Announced at the Accelerate 2021 conference, the tool will undergo beta testing until year-end and is set for a wider release in 2022.

This tool provides insights into search volume, sales history, and pricing trends, helping sellers launch products effectively. Amazon invested over $18 billion in seller support last year, contributing to an estimated 1.8 million U.S. jobs linked to its platform.