Amazon $AMZN is intensifying its efforts in robotics by developing humanoid robots with the potential to eventually replace human couriers, according to a report by The Information on Wednesday citing an insider source. While Reuters has not independently verified this information, it marks a notable step in Amazon’s longstanding commitment to automation and artificial intelligence (AI) within its logistics and delivery operations. Central to this initiative is the near completion of a “humanoid park” — an indoor obstacle course within one of Amazon’s San Francisco offices, designed specifically for testing these advanced robots.

Beta Technologies has become the first American company to successfully land a fully electric aircraft in the New York-New Jersey metropolitan area, marking a significant breakthrough in sustainable aviation. The flight, which touched down at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), lasted 45 minutes and carried a pilot along with four passengers, according to statements from the company and port authorities. This achievement underscores growing momentum within the transport sector toward eco-friendly, electrically powered aircraft.

Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has concluded an investigation into the controversial practice of pre-earnings analyst calls, stating it found no compelling evidence of misconduct or the need for regulatory change. The review was initiated in response to media reports suggesting a correlation between unusual stock price volatility and companies’ selective communication with financial analysts before the publication of quarterly results.