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Peru is facing proceedings at the Inter-American Court of Human Rights over its protections for Indigenous peoples living in voluntary isolation in the Amazon. The case examines whether the state has done enough to safeguard territories and health against encroachment from logging, drug trafficking and infrastructure, and the ruling could set precedent for how governments protect uncontacted communities across Latin America.

An environmental group is legally challenging air quality permits tied to a massive Amazon data center project in North Carolina, where Duke Energy would supply power. The group argues the permits do not adequately account for pollution from the energy generation and backup systems needed to run the facility. The case highlights growing scrutiny of how Big Tech's data center boom affects local air quality and utility infrastructure.

Lowe's is launching a drone delivery service, adding itself to the growing list of major US retailers testing aerial delivery of home improvement products to customers. The move signals continued retail interest in drone logistics as companies compete to speed up last-mile fulfillment. Details on markets covered and delivery times have not been widely reported yet, and reaction is still limited.

Amazon has blocked Meta's Muse AI shopping agent from accessing its storefront, according to The Register. The move stops the Meta tool from browsing or purchasing on Amazon's site, and lands amid a broader industry fight over whether AI agents should be allowed to shop on retailers' platforms. Commenters are debating whether Amazon is protecting its customer data and business, or shutting out a rival's technology.

Amazon plans to invest $100 million in a new manufacturing facility in Indiana. The investment, reported by The Robot Report, is expected to expand the company's manufacturing footprint in the state. Details on the facility's exact location, timeline and expected number of jobs have not yet been disclosed.

Amazon is trialing lower-carbon aluminum in the construction of a data center in Ohio. The move is part of the company's efforts to reduce the embodied carbon of its infrastructure buildout, as data center expansion draws scrutiny for its environmental footprint. Details on the aluminum supplier and expected emissions savings were not disclosed.

Amazon and Duke Energy have secured permits for hundreds of generators, but opposition to the projects continues. Environmental opponents say they are not done fighting the decision, signalling further legal or regulatory challenges ahead over the air-quality and permitting approvals in the region.