Amazon makes first foray into live news with election night special hosted by Brian Williams
That’s correct! Amazon’s live-streaming platform Twitch broadcast a live election night special on November 3, 2020. This marked Amazon’s first venture into live news. The special was hosted by Brian Williams, an esteemed journalist and anchor. The coverage consisted of real-time results, expert analysis, and commentary. Amazon’s decision to air live news reflects a broader push by the company to expand its streaming content and capture more advertising dollars.