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Reggie Fils-Aimé Recalls The Phone Call That Broke Nintendo And Amazon's RelationshipFormer Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé recounted how a request from Amazon for financial support to undercut competitors led Nintendo to stop selling Wii and Nintendo DS systems on the platform. Fils-Aimé refused the request, deeming it illegal and a risk to other retail partnerships. This stance ultimately helped build mutual respect, leading to strong support for the Nintendo Switch launch.
GameStop boss says $56 billion offer could turn eBay into a "legit competitor to Amazon," believes there's "nobody who is more qualified" than him to run the auction siteGameStop CEO Ryan Cohen has made a $56 billion offer to acquire eBay, aiming to transform the auction site into a major competitor to Amazon. Cohen believes his experience makes him uniquely qualified to lead the combined entity and has secured $20 billion in financing from TD Securities, though the full funding plan remains unclear.
These Are All The Best Star Wars Merch Deals You're Looking ForRetailers like Amazon, Walmart, Target, and the official Disney Store are offering significant discounts on Star Wars merchandise for Star Wars Day. Deals include reductions on watches, clothing, Lego sets, collectible figures, and more, with many offers valid for a limited time.
Former Nintendo of America boss cut off Amazon's supply of Wii and DS consoles due to "obscene" demands: "I wasn't going to do something illegal"Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé revealed that Nintendo stopped selling Wii and Nintendo DS consoles on Amazon due to the retailer's "obscene" demands for financial support to undercut Walmart. Fils-Aimé refused the illegal request, prioritizing legal business practices and relationships with other retailers. The companies later reconciled, with Amazon supporting the Nintendo Switch launch.
Meryl Streep dan Lady Gaga Disebut Skip Met Gala karena Ada Jeff BezosRumors suggest Meryl Streep and Lady Gaga may skip the Met Gala 2026 due to Amazon and Jeff Bezos being the main sponsor. This comes despite their involvement in The Devil Wears Prada 2, which is being discussed concurrently. Several other celebrities and organizers are also mentioned in relation to the event's attendance and sponsorship.
GameStop is trying to buy eBay for £40 billion to rival AmazonGameStop has made an unsolicited offer of over £40 billion to acquire eBay, aiming to create a rival to Amazon. CEO Ryan Cohen proposed a bid of $125 per share in cash and stock, with plans for significant cost-saving measures and potential job cuts. While GameStop has limited cash reserves, it has secured financing commitments and plans to approach eBay shareholders directly if the initial offer is rejected.- Amazon opens up its logistics networks to any businessAmazon is opening its extensive logistics network to any business, allowing third-party companies to utilize its fulfillment and delivery services. Initial clients include major corporations such as Procter & Gamble, 3M, Lands' End, and American Eagle Outfitters.
Retailer GameStop Has Made A $55.5 Billion Offer To Buy eBayUS retailer GameStop has submitted an unsolicited, non-binding offer of $55.5 billion to acquire eBay. GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen, who would lead the combined company, believes he can transform eBay into a stronger competitor to Amazon. The feasibility of the offer is in question due to GameStop's significantly smaller market value compared to eBay's.
Zendaya dan Meryl Streep Dikabarkan Bakal Absen dari Met Gala 2026Zendaya and Meryl Streep are reportedly set to miss the 2026 Met Gala due to controversy surrounding primary donor and honorary chair Jeff Bezos and his wife Lauren Sánchez. While Streep's representative stated the event doesn't align with her personality, Zendaya's absence is surprising given her consistent attendance and past co-chair role. The event faces boycott calls over alleged labor exploitation at Amazon and Bezos's ties to ICE.
Xbox has only two options for the future and Microsoft won’t like either of them - Reader’s FeatureA reader suggests Microsoft has only two viable options for the future of Xbox: either transition to a third-party developer model releasing games on all platforms, or sell off its gaming division entirely. The author argues that the Xbox hardware experiment has failed due to declining console sales and the inability of recent acquisitions to significantly boost market share.
Pengadilan Ungkap History D4vd Beli Peralatan untuk MutilasiA court hearing revealed that David Anthony Burke, also known as D4vd, purchased tools for the mutilation of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Purchases included a shovel, chainsaws, body bags, and a kiddie pool, some delivered via Amazon and Home Depot. Burke faces charges of first-degree murder, sexual assault of a minor, and mutilation of a corpse.- Lost Ark preps a frost-themed Argos event and stat boost cards for May, delays server mergeAmazon has announced upcoming May updates for the MMOARPG Lost Ark, including new stat-boosting cards and a frost-themed Argos abyss raid event. The server merge, originally planned for May, has been delayed to an indeterminate future date to allow for further preparation and communication.
US: Reggie talks about the Amazon and Nintendo rift that happenedFormer Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime discussed a past dispute with Amazon US regarding retail pricing. Amazon requested significant financial support to offer prices lower than competitors like Walmart, which Fils-Aime refused, deeming it illegal and detrimental to Nintendo's relationships with other retailers. This led to Nintendo temporarily ceasing sales on Amazon US.
Former Nintendo exec reveals why it stopped selling Wii and DS systems to AmazonFormer Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime revealed that Nintendo stopped selling Wii and DS systems to Amazon due to an "illegal" demand for excessive financial support to undercut Walmart. This led to a temporary halt in their business relationship, though they have since reconciled, particularly for the Nintendo Switch 2 launch.
Ex-Nintendo President Reveals Amazon’s “Illegal Demands” Ahead of Switch 2 Era TensionsFormer Nintendo president Reggie Fils-Aimé revealed that Amazon made "illegal" demands for financial backing during the Nintendo Wii and DS era to undercut competitors. This led to Nintendo temporarily ceasing inventory supply to Amazon. While relations improved with the Nintendo Switch, tensions resurfaced around the Nintendo Switch 2, particularly concerning third-party sellers and pricing.- Secrets of Strixhaven Collector Boosters Are Back In Stock, But They Don’t Come CheapCollector Boosters for the Strixhaven set are back in stock on Amazon. However, the product is not being offered at a discounted price.
What's Coming To Prime Video In May 2026?Prime Video is adding a variety of new and returning titles in May 2026, including the new series The Glass House and Off Campus. New seasons of Citadel and Good Omens are also set to premiere, alongside animated shows like Dr. Stone Science Future and Rick and Morty. The month will also see the release of Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War and the highly anticipated series Spider-Noir.- Amazon Ignores New Switch 2 Game Pricing Model by Offering $10 Off Physical PreordersAmazon is offering $10 discounts on physical preorders for upcoming Nintendo Switch games, matching a similar promotion by Walmart. Games like Splatoon Raiders and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book are included in the sale, indicating a potential shift in how new game prices are being handled.
- Select Final Fantasy Games Have Received Big Price Drops at Various RetailersSeveral Final Fantasy titles are currently available at significantly reduced prices through various retailers including Amazon, Woot, and Best Buy. These discounts are part of ongoing sale events.
- Amazon's AI-generated shopping experts now let you ask questionsAmazon is expanding its AI-generated shopping experts feature, allowing users to ask questions directly. This enhancement builds upon the existing "Hear the Highlights" functionality within the mobile application.