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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Google's AI potential is underestimated by the market, making the stock a buy. Google's Bard chatbot is growing rapidly, while OpenAI's ChatGPT growth has flattened. I further anticipate Google's new Gemini to be a milestone in AI applications, enabling multi-modal and differentiating capabilities.

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Broadcom

Google rumors helped solve a mystery surrounding a big Broadcom customer. Google is likely to remain a Broadcom customer for some time.

Google Confirms It's a Big Broadcom AI Chip Customer -- But for How Long?

Given Highmark's expansive footprint and Google Cloud's incredible technology, this could add significant value to millions of people.

Highmark Health Is Partnering With Google Cloud To Develop Generative AI Solutions

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Tesla

The Federal Reserve may be wrong, but at least officials there won't be flying blind now that the government will stay open, keeping the nation's flow of economic data still running. In the early going, there was something of a relief rally, though it quickly evaporated.

Magnificent Seven tech stocks haven't been this cheap in six years, Goldman Sachs strategists say

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Zoom Video

Alphabet's diverse and lucrative business segments give its stock massive upside. Nu Holdings is transforming finance in Latin America.

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The hedge fund manager thinks Alphabet's public relations efforts related to its AI initiatives haven't been great. However, Ackman believes the tech giant has multiple enduring competitive advantages in AI.

Billionaire Bill Ackman Thinks This Stock Will Be "a Dominant Player" in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for a Very Long Time

Visa

With a good deal of uncertainty over interest rate hikes and the potential for recession, markets have been far more volatile. However, if some of the uncertainty fades, we could also see a year-end rally, which I strongly believe could happen.

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Judge Amit P. Mehta is solely responsible for deciding if Google has broken the law in its quest to maintain dominance.

US judge blasted for secrecy in Google antitrust case after presiding over Jan. 6 trials

The so-called Magnificent Seven lost some luster in the latest quarter, as they proved no longer the big market drivers they were earlier this year.

The Magnificent Seven could be considered the messy seven after a ‘meh' third quarter

Google's top executives have long established a reputation of saying as little as possible on most topics: Earnings calls. Product development plans.

Psst: Here's why Google's antitrust trial against the Department of Justice isn't being talked about much

Alphabet's operating leverage is on the way up, but free cash flow generation looks poised to decrease in the second half of the year. While Google's P/E valuations are no longer cheap, the sturdy nature of its earnings growth through FY25 (19% CAGR) should not be dismissed. Bullish momentum appears to have come off and the stock has entered an old congestion zone.

Google: Tempering Our Enthusiasm

Despite a sudden 8% drop in the earlier part of the week, shares of Alphabet Inc NASDAQ: GOOGL are well on their way to undoing the dip and reclaiming their recent highs. The current rally, underway since last November, has already tacked on as much as 65% to share value.

The Next Stage Of Google's Rally Just Started

Bill Ackman channeled Warren Buffett when he invested in Google-parent Alphabet this spring. He capitalized on market fear to buy in cheap, took a long-term view, and prized predictability.

Billionaire investor Bill Ackman channeled Warren Buffett when he bet big on Alphabet this spring

Alphabet's (NASDAQ: GOOG , GOOGL ) flagship Google search engine just turned 25 this week. However, among GOOG stock investors, there isn't much celebration going on about reaching this milestone.

GOOG Stock Outlook: Why Alphabet Is Still a ‘Magnificent' Buy

Microsoft kickstarted the generative AI revolution with its investment in ChatGPT creator OpenAI, and Google quickly responded with its Bard chatbot. Amazon had been largely left out of the conversation, until now.

Amazon's Big AI Investment Just Put Microsoft and Alphabet on Notice

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Looking for the best blue-chip stocks to buy might seem boring, especially compared to stocks that make big moves. In fortifying your investment portfolio, dipping your toes into the volatile waters of penny and small-cap stocks can be incredibly tempting.

Don't Miss the Boom: 7 Blue-Chip Stocks Set to Explode Higher

Microsoft chief executive Satya Nadella is expected to testify on Monday as a witness for the U.S. Justice Department, according to a filing on the docket of its once-in-a generation court fight against Alphabet's Google.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella to testify on Monday in Google antitrust trial

Conservative groups are clapping back against Google's efforts to keep its secretive relationship with Apple under lock and key.

Forbidden Apple: Google trial secrets remain hard to unlock

DOJ lawyers say Google relies on default search engine deals to build an illegal monopoly.

Microsoft weighed taking massive loss on Apple deal to compete with Google search, exec says

Tesla is banking on AI to improve its operations and sustain long-term growth. Alphabet is leveraging AI across Google search engines, cloud computing, and moonshot bets.

2 AI Stocks to Keep on Your Watch List

Investor Bill Ackman (Trades, Portfolio), through his company Pershing Square, made changes to his portfolio according to the latest filing on August 14, 2023. One notable addition to his holdings is Alphabet Inc ( GOOG , Financial), with a weight of 11% in his portfolio.

Will Google's SGE Revolutionize Advertising?

Verizon

Communication has entrenched itself deeply within the fabric of our daily existence. Whether we're engrossed in a high-speed broadband connection, shooting off a quick text, or attending a voice mail, our dependence on these channels is unmistakable.

Don't Miss the Boom: 3 Communication Stocks Set to Explode Higher

The judge and government lawyers are defending themselves against criticism for letting tech executives testify behind closed doors.

Secrecy of Google Antitrust Trial Leads to Blame Game

Apple was never serious about replacing Google with Microsoft's Bing as the default search engine in Macs and iPhones, but kept the possibility open as a "bargaining chip'' to extract bigger payments from Google, a Microsoft executive testified Wednesday in the biggest U.S. antitrust trial in a quarter century.

Apple leverages idea of switching to Bing to pry more money out of Google, Microsoft exec says

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Wall Street has been very upset about the results of the Federal Reserve meeting earlier this month. However, there are still many reasons to be optimistic about U.S. stocks — especially safer large-cap stocks — going forward.

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