In a move that has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, Amazon announced on Thursday that it is no longer considering any new proposals for new headquarters locations. The company cited concerns about the high cost of living and the lack of available talent as reasons for its decision. The announcement comes as a major blow to cities across the United States who were hoping to land one of Amazon’s coveted HQ2 locations. Cities such as Boston, Chicago, and Dallas all pitched heavily in an effort to win over the company, but it appears that their efforts were not enough. While some have speculated that this decision could mean bad news for Amazon’s competitors, such as Google and Apple, others are viewing it as a sign of strength. After all, if Amazon can’t find a place to grow its business where it is wanted, then who can? ..
