* Technology costs consist principally of research and development activities including payroll and related expenses for employees involved in application, production, maintenance, operation, and development of new and existing products and services, as well as AWS [Amazon Web Services] and other technology infrastructure costs. Content costs consist principally of payroll and related expenses for employees involved in category expansion, editorial content, buying, and merchandising selection.
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Amazon annual technology and infrastructure spending 2016-2025
The value of Amazon's operating expenses in technology and infrastructure (previously defined as 'content') has steadily increased from 2016 to 2025. In 2025, Amazon's technology and infrastructure expenses amounted to 108.5 billion U.S. dollars, up from 88.5 billion U.S. dollars in the preceding year.
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