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DeepMind Technologies Limited is a British artificial intelligence company founded in September 2010.  Acquired by Google in 2014, the company has created a neural network that learns how to play video games in a fashion similar to that of humans, as well as a Neural Turing machine, or a neural network that may be able to access an external memory like a conventional Turing machine, resulting in a computer that mimics the short-term memory of the human brain.

DeepMind

YouTube is an American video-sharing website headquartered in San Bruno, California. The service was created by three former PayPal employees—Chad Hurley, Steve Chen, and Jawed Karim—in February 2005. Google bought the site in November 2006 for US$1.65 billion; YouTube now operates as one of Google's subsidiaries.

YouTube

Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google, based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open source software and designed primarily for touchscreen mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. In addition, Google has further developed Android TV for televisions, Android Auto for cars, and Wear OS for wrist watches, each with a specialized user interface. Variants of Android are also used on game consoles, digital cameras, PCs and other electronics.

Android

Nest Labs is a home automation producer of programmable, self-learning, sensor-driven, Wi-Fi-enabled thermostats, smoke detectors, security cameras, and other security systems. It introduced the Nest Learning Thermostat in 2011 as its first product. The Nest Protect smoke and carbon monoxide detector was then introduced in October 2013. After the acquisition of Dropcam, the rebranded Nest Cam was introduced in June 2015. Finally, in July 2016, the Nest Cam Outdoor was released.

Nest Labs

Boston Dynamics is an American engineering and robotics design company founded in 1992 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, and is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Japanese conglomerate SoftBank Group. Boston Dynamics is best known for the development of BigDog, a quadruped robot designed for the U.S. military with funding from Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), and DI-Guy, software for realistic human simulation. Early in the company's history, it worked with the American Systems Corporation under a contract from the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) to replace naval training videos for aircraft launch operations with interactive 3D computer simulations featuring DI-Guy characters. The company is a pioneer in the field of robotics and it is one of the most advanced in its domain. Marc Raibert is the company's president and project manager. He spun the company off from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1992.

Boston Dynamics

Alphabet, Inc. is a holding company, which engages in software, health care, transportation, and other technologies. It operates through the following segments: Google Services, Google Cloud, and Other Bets. The Google Services segment includes products and services such as ads, Android, Chrome, devices, Google Maps, Google Play, Search, and YouTube. The Google Cloud segment refers to infrastructure and platform services, collaboration tools, and other services for enterprise customers. The Other Bets segment relates to the sale of healthcare-related services and internet services. The company was founded by Lawrence E. Page and Sergey Mikhaylovich Brin on October 2, 2015 and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA.

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Alphabet addresses revenue challenges, bets big on AI innovation

Alphabet navigated revenue challenges in Q4 2022, emphasizing AI opportunities and cost efficiency. The company is focused on innovation, cost reengineering, and sustainable growth across its divisions. Strategic investments in AI, hardware, and Other Bets are key priorities.

Alphabet excels in Q1 with strong Search and Cloud performance

Alphabet's Q1 performance reflects strength in Search, Cloud, and YouTube segments, with a focus on AI and innovation.
Challenges include economic headwinds, expense management, and profitability in Other Bets segment.
Opportunities for growth lie in AI development, Shorts monetization, and evolving partnerships for sustainable growth.
Alphabet emphasizes innovation, user value, and expense optimization to drive long-term profitability and growth.

Alphabet (GOOG) reports strong Q2 earnings driven by Search and Cloud innovation

Alphabet's Q2 performance reflects revenue growth and operational efficiency improvements. The company's focus on innovation in AI and cloud services positions it well for future growth. Challenges in the Other Bets segment and infrastructure investments require strategic management.

Alphabet (GOOG) reports robust Q3 performance amidst AI-driven innovations

Alphabet's Q3 performance showcased strong revenue growth, driven by key segments like Search, YouTube, and Cloud, supported by AI advancements and hardware innovations.
While facing challenges related to geopolitical impacts on advertising and margin concerns, Alphabet's strategic strengths in AI integration, responsible deployment, and diversified revenue streams position it well for future growth.
Opportunities in leveraging AI for advertising efficiency, expanding AI-driven capabilities, and navigating privacy regulations present avenues for Alphabet to drive innovation, revenue growth, and market leadership.
With a focus on customer adoption, technological advancements, and strategic partnerships, Alphabet remains poised to capitalize on its strengths, address challenges, and seize opportunities for sustainable growth.

Alphabet posts strong Q4 earnings driven by AI and cloud growth

Alphabet's Q4 performance reflects robust revenue growth, profitability, and strategic focus on AI, subscriptions, and cloud services.
Strengths in Google Services and YouTube ads underscore revenue diversification and innovation, while challenges in Other Bets and rising costs warrant attention.
Opportunities abound in AI-driven growth, product expansion, and infrastructure investments, positioning Alphabet for continued success and market leadership.

Alphabet (GOOG) reports robust Q1 earnings, eyes $100B YouTube and Cloud run rate

Alphabet's Q1 2024 earnings call highlighted strong revenue growth, AI leadership, and innovation in Search, YouTube, and Cloud. Despite facing challenges in cost management and Cloud adoption, the company is leveraging its strengths in AI and efficiency to drive positive user engagement and monetization. With a focus on research and innovation, Alphabet is well-positioned for future growth and opportunities.

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A Russian court fined Google 4.6 billion rubles, or over $50 million, on Wednesday for refusing the government's demand to take down “disinformation” about the Ukraine war and hosting LGBTQ content on YouTube—which Russia has deemed “extremist.”

Russia Claims Google Hosts ‘Extremist' LGBTQ Content—Levies $50 Million Fine

Microsoft

Alphabet just released its latest generative AI application, Gemini. The tool was released following a management shakeup at OpenAI, owned by rival Microsoft.

Alphabet Just Said "Checkmate" to Microsoft, but Here's Why Investors Could Be the Real Winners

Apple

Amazon

NVIDIA

Tesla

Can the Magnificent 7 continue to rally into 2024? How the Magnificent 7's rise compares to the dot-com bubble.

How The Rise Of The Magnificent 7 Compares To Market Trends Of The Past

A Russian court fined Alphabet's Google on Wednesday 4.6 billion roubles ($50.84 million) for failing to delete so-called "fake" information about the conflict in Ukraine, the TASS news agency reported.

Russian court fines Google $50.8 mln over 'fake' information on Ukraine war -TASS

General Motors

The rise of autonomous vehicles (AVs) and artificial intelligence stocks is paving the way for a pretty interesting 2024. If 2023 was about large language models like OpenAI's ChatGPT, 2024 might be the year that self-driving technologies kick it up a notch.

3 Stocks to Play the Rise of Autonomous Vehicles

Dec 19 (Reuters) - Alphabet-owned Google (GOOGL.O) plans to reorganize a big part of its 30,000-person ad sales unit, The Information reported on Tuesday, citing a person with knowledge of the situation.

Google plans ad sales restructuring as automation booms - The Information

Dec 19 (Reuters) - Alphabet's (GOOGL.O) Google said on Tuesday it will restrict the types of election-related queries its chatbot Bard and search generative experience can return responses for, in the run up to 2024 U.S. Presidential election.

Alphabet to limit election queries Bard and AI-based search can answer

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Datadog

ServiceNow

Zscaler

As we usher in a a burgeoning bull market in 2024, it's paramount to turn our attention to the top cloud computing stocks. The last decade has showcased cloud computing's role in revolutionizing business operations, enhancing collaboration, scalability, cost-effectiveness, and data security.

Why These 7 Cloud Computing Stocks Should be on Your Radar in 2024

Google Play Store users in Washington state are eligible for a share of a multistate $700 million antitrust lawsuit settlement reached against the tech giant.

Google to pay Washington state Play Store users as part of $700M antitrust settlement

Fresh off a landmark legal defeat last week, Google has now agreed to settle a separate suit by a coalition state attorneys general – co-led by New York AG Letitia James — accusing the tech giant of monopolistic conduct in its app store that increases costs for consumer and developers.

Google Paying $700 Million To Settle States' Lawsuit Alleging Monopolistic App Store Practices

Google agreed to pay $700 million and allow more competition within its Android app store as part of a settlement with all 50 states.

Epic Games CEO blasts Google's $700M settlement with US states as ‘injustice to all Android users'

Google announced the details of a sweeping settlement with all 50 states on Monday, which include expanded options for developers to use their own billing systems—leaving app makers with options that could lead to savings for consumers on in-app subscriptions and services.

Here's How App Purchases Might Get Cheaper On Google Play Now—After Firm Settles Antitrust Lawsuit For $700 Million

Google announced today that it will pay $700 million as a part of a settlement with the U.S. Attorney General for a lawsuit over Google Play Store. Along with that, the company has also agreed to take certain measures related to Google Play billing, sideloading, and how sideloaded apps are updated.

All the changes coming to Google Play and sideloading following $700M settlement

Alphabet's (GOOGL) Google agreed to pay $700 million to consumers and states, and make changes allowing for greater competition in its app Play Store, according to the terms of an antitrust settlement disclosed Monday.

Alphabet's Google Agrees to Pay $700 Million in Settlement Over Play App Store

Adobe

Here's a sneak peek into five tech stocks that are poised to capitalize well on the generative AI boom.

5 Generative AI Stocks That Could be Worth Watching in 2024

Apple has long held the market cap crown. The reach of the major cloud providers gives them an edge in providing profitable AI services.

3 "Magnificent Seven" Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks Will Leapfrog Apple to Join the $3 Trillion Club, According to 1 Wall Street Analyst

The agreement with a coalition of states resolves antitrust litigation related to the app store.

Google to Pay $700 Million in Play Store Settlement

Palantir Technologies

SoundHound AI Inc

Demand for Palantir's products is skyrocketing. SoundHound's role in AI is vastly underrated.

3 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks for 2024 (and Beyond)

Kenvue

Nippon Steel Corp

United States Steel

Naval taskforce formed to protect commercial vessels in the Red Sea from Houthi rebel attacks.

Naval Task Force; Japanese Takeover

Amazon Web Services holds the lead, with the highest market share. Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure had a much better 2023 than AWS.

Who Will Win This $1.5 Trillion Market Opportunity in 2024?

Google will pay $700 million to settle an antitrust suit involving its Play store. The tech giant announced the settlement Monday (Dec. 18), revealing the details of a September agreement in a 2020 suit by the U.S. government and several states.

Google Agrees to $700 Million Settlement in Play Store Case

The AI market is expected to grow at a CAGR of more than 35% for the rest of the decade. Meanwhile, Alphabet will launch a new large language model in 2024 that could unlock countless growth opportunities in AI.

Better Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock: Alphabet vs. Amazon

Google has agreed to pay $700 million and make several other concessions to settle allegations that it had been stifling competition against its Android app store — the same issue that went to trial in a another case that could result in even bigger changes.

Google to pay $700M in antitrust settlement reached with states before recent Play Store trial loss

Google-parent Alphabet has agreed to a $700 million settlement to resolve one of the antitrust claims around its app store. It's a small hit for the technology giant but the bigger battle remains over the billions Alphabet and Apple earn from their dominance of the app economy.

Google Reaches Play Store Settlement. There's Something Bigger at Stake for Alphabet and Apple.

Alphabet's Google has agreed to pay $700 million and to allow for greater competition in its Play app store, according to the terms of an antitrust settlement with U.S. states and consumers disclosed on Monday in a San Francisco federal court.

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