On March 20, 2026, Amazon confirmed the acquisition of Swiss robotics company Rivr, with terms of the deal undisclosed. Rivr specializes in developing robots for 'last-mile delivery,' featuring a hybrid 'quadrupedal + wheeled' structure capable of navigating complex terrains. Amazon completed the acquisition earlier this week, notifying only third-party delivery contractors. The move aims to enhance automation in 'last-mile' delivery, supporting its goal of automating 75% of its operational processes.
