• Amazon Adds That Robotic Touch

    Amazon.com Inc. said Monday it is buying Kiva Systems Inc., which makes robots used in shipping centers. What do they look like, and what does this mean for the battle between man and machine? Spencer Ante has answers on digits. Photo: Amazon.com.

    In the battle between man and machine, the robots just scored a victory in the world of e-commerce.

    Amazon.com Inc. said Monday it is buying Kiva Systems Inc., which makes robots used in shipping centers. The $775 million acquisition comes as Amazon continues its heavy spending on fulfillment centers to help fuel its business.

    While the...

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