Amazon Faces Probe by U.S. Antitrust Officials Over Marketplace

The video discusses Amazon's business model, which includes direct sales from its warehouses and a marketplace for third-party sellers. It highlights potential regulatory challenges Amazon faces, such as accusations of using marketplace data to compete with sellers and the power dynamics involved. The video also compares regulatory approaches in the US and Europe, noting that the US is catching up with European standards, posing risks to business models.

What are the two main components of Amazon's business model?

• Retail stores and digital content

• Direct sales and third-party marketplace

• Subscription services and advertising

• Cloud computing and logistics

What is Amazon accused of doing with its marketplace data?

• Ignoring data for business decisions

• Sharing data with third-party sellers

• Using data to create competing products

• Selling data to competitors

What could be a consequence for Amazon if found guilty of using marketplace data unfairly?

• Expansion into new markets

• Large fines and operational restrictions

• Higher customer satisfaction

• Increased market share

Which region is known for initiating regulatory actions that influence US policies?

• Asia

• Africa

• Europe

• South America

What is the potential risk for companies due to synchronized regulatory actions in Europe and the US?

• Threats to their business models

• Stronger market dominance

• Increased profits

• More investment opportunities