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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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The New York Times is getting around $100 million from Google over three years as part of a broad deal that allows the Alphabet Inc unit to feature Times content on some of its platforms, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday.

New York Times to get around $100 million from Google over three years - WSJ

The New York Times Co. NYT will receive around $100 million from Alphabet Inc.'s GOOG GOOGL Google in a deal announced earlier this year that would put the media outlet's content on Google News and other platforms, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday. That sum, which Google will pay out over three years, wasn't disclosed by the Times when it announced the arrangement this year, the Journal said.

Google will pay roughly $100 million to New York Times over three years in distribution deal: WSJ

The partnership aims to provide practical and real-world applications of generative AI across industries for data-driven decision-making.

KPMG and Google Cloud expand alliance to accelerate the adoption of generative AI among enterprises

NEW YORK , May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG, GOOGL), the parent company of Google, between February 4, 2020 and January 23, 2023, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important May 15, 2023 lead plaintiff deadline. SO WHAT: If you purchased Alphabet securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

GOOG FINAL DEADLINE NOTICE: ROSEN, SKILLED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Alphabet Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important May 15 Deadline in Securities Class Action - GOOG, GOOGL

Google's hefty investments in artificial intelligence will be on display at its annual developer conference this week.

Alphabet to unveil A.I. updates at Google I/O, showing off creative writing and coding capabilities

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Given megacap stocks' outperformance in Q1, the prevailing view was that the bar was too high, leaving the megacaps susceptible to disappointment when they reported. Within the S&P 500, there are seven companies whose weighting exceeds 1.5% in the index.

Megacaps Still Carrying Their Weight

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Waymo doubles its robotaxi footprint, Joby lands $180M and the latest sign generative AI has reached peak hype

Jordan had subpoenaed the CEOs of Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta and Microsoft in February, demanding they hand over communication with the U.S. government.

House Judiciary Chair threatens to hold Google in contempt of Congress for failing to produce subpoenaed documents

Shareholders with losses exceeding $100,000 are encouraged to contact the firm.   BENSALEM, Pa.

GOOG, GOOGL Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Alphabet Inc. Securities Fraud Lawsuit

Here's what a fundamental and technical analysis says about buying Google stock as its search advertising business holds up. The post Is Google Stock A Buy Amid Artificial Intelligence Battleground?

Is Google Stock A Buy Amid Artificial Intelligence Battleground?

Did you lose money on investments in Alphabet?  If so, please visit Alphabet Inc. Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact  Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or pallocco@bernlieb.com to discuss your rights.

ALPHABET INC. (NASDAQ: GOOGL, GOOG) SHAREHOLDER CLASS ACTION ALERT: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reminds Investors of the Deadline to File a Lead Plaintiff Motion in a Securities Class Action Lawsuit Against Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOGL, GOOG)

Cloud growth is taking a breather right now. The transition to the cloud is still in its early stages.

Cloud Spending Is Slowing. Here's Why Tech Investors Shouldn't Panic.

Netflix

When the going gets tough, investors wisely turn to the FAANG stocks. The key operating segments for one of the FAANGs should drive significant operating cash flow expansion in the coming years.

1 FAANG Stock to Buy Hand Over Fist in May and 1 to Avoid Like the Plague

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Oracle

Thus far in 2023, big tech has been all the rage. Andrew Rocco divulges 3 tech titans that are next in line to break out.

3 Tech Titans Set to Break Out

Digital advertising is a cyclical market that will likely rebound with the rest of the economy. Alphabet's treasure trove of user data positions it to become an artificial intelligence leader.

3 Reasons to Buy and Hold Alphabet Stock Forever

The company plans to make its search engine more "visual, snackable, personal, and human," says The Wall Street Journal.

Google Plans More 'Visual, Snackable' Search, With Videos, AI, Report Says

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Duolingo

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As AI continues its rapid ascent, major companies across various industries are grappling with disruption, forcing them to adapt or face obsolescence.

The AI Effect: Top Companies Struggle to Adapt

American Eagle Outfitters

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Fiverr

Pinterest

Although all three major U.S. stock indexes fell into a bear market in 2022, the Nasdaq Composite was, by far, the worst performer. Every previous bear market decline has represented a surefire buying opportunity for long-term investors.

Nasdaq Bear Market: 5 Awe-Inspiring Growth Stocks You'll Regret Not Buying on the Dip

Google is planning to make its search engine more "visual, snackable, personal, and human," with a focus on serving young people globally, the Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday, citing documents.

Google plans to make search more 'personal' with AI chat and video clips-WSJ

The changes aim to respond to big shifts in the way people access information on the internet, including the emergence of AI bots like ChatGPT.

Google Retools to Stay at the Top of Search

Let's see why now may be a good time to buy these tech giants' stocks after their first-quarter earnings last week.

Time to Buy Alphabet and Amazon Stock After Q1 Earnings

OpenAI may be synonymous with machine learning now and Google is doing its best to pick itself up off the floor, but both may soon face a new threat: rapidly multiplying open source projects that push the state of the art and leave the deep-pocketed but unwieldy corporations in their dust.

Google and OpenAI are Walmarts besieged by fruit stands

As everybody knows by now, artificial intelligence (AI) has been Wall Street's shiny new toy in 2023, with companies speaking on the technology in a snowballing fashion.

3 Tech Titans Battling for AI Dominance

The world's foremost artificial intelligence stock trading algorithm, An-E, predicts that Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG ) stock will gain 2.6% by June 2. An-E (pronounced Annie) has made this kind of prediction before.

Artificial Intelligence Engine Predicts GOOG Stock to Gain 2.6% by June 2

Shopify

The size of some of these tech players skews averages.

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