Amazon.com, Inc. is a global e-commerce and technology giant headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Founded by Jeff Bezos in 1994, Amazon started as an online bookstore and has since diversified into various sectors including cloud computing (Amazon Web Services), digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. The company generates revenue through its vast online marketplace, subscription services like Amazon Prime, and AWS, which is a leader in cloud infrastructure services. Amazon is known for its customer-centric approach, continuous innovation, and expansive logistics network.