Amazon allegedly canceling GPU orders and closing accounts buying compute hardware; Tim Sweeney among victims
chemist_slime · reddit · 2026-11-03
Per wccftech, Amazon is allegedly canceling GPU orders and in rare cases closing accounts that purchase compute hardware, with Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney cited as a victim. If accurate, the report suggests major cloud platforms are tightening control over compute hardware sales, adding uncertainty for individuals and small teams sourcing GPUs through e-commerce channels.
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