Amazon (AMZN, Tech30) unveiled in a video a new physical store on Monday that sells a mix of "grocery essentials" and ready-made meals. Amazon began experimenting with physical bookstores a year ago, but Amazon Go may mark its boldest bet on bricks-and-mortar yet. By eliminating much of the staff needed to operate a store, Amazon keeps costs lower than traditional competitors. Related: What Trump's presidency means for Silicon ValleyHowever, Amazon's move deeper into physical retail shops comes in a sensitive political climate. Amazon's effort to launch a new kind of retail store predates the rise of Donald Trump.

Source: CNN December 05, 2016 15:45 UTC