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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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Microsoft

Google dominates the online search business with a 93% global market share. But it's under threat by Microsoft, which recently integrated AI-powered chatbot ChatGPT into its Bing search engine.

The AI Search War Heats Up: Could This Top Google Partner Switch to Microsoft Bing?

Google's search margins could see pressure if it now has to bid against Microsoft for default status on mobile devices from Samsung and Apple.

Microsoft Could Inflate Google's Mobile Search Toll

Samsung is considering a shift of the default search engine on its smartphones to Microsoft Bing, according to a report.

Alphabet Slides on Samsung's Possible Search on Phones to Bing From Google

The move could cost Google billions in advertising revenue and reportedly shocked employees, given Samsung's longtime relationship with Google.

Alphabet shares dip on report Samsung phones may switch to Microsoft Bing search

Google stock fell on a report that smartphone maker Samsung, a longtime ally, could switch to Microsoft's Bing as its default search engine. The post Google Stock Falls On Report Samsung Could Switch To Microsoft Search Engine appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

Google Stock Falls On Report Samsung Could Switch To Microsoft Search Engine

The artificial-intelligence battle between Microsoft Corp. and Alphabet Inc.'s Google could be heating up again, this time playing out on mobile devices.

A mobile search battle between Google and Microsoft may be brewing, and Alphabet's stock is falling

Is society ready for the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution? Yes and no, according to Google's CEO.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai: World Isn't Prepared for AI

Google CEO Sundar Pichai said AI would affect “every product across every company."

Google CEO Sundar Pichai warns society to brace for AI acceleration

Microsoft shares are up 21% since ChatGPT launched last November, far outpacing Alphabet's 10% gain.

Google Stock Loses $57 Billion Amid Microsoft's AI ‘Lead'—And Reports It Could Be Replaced By Bing On Some Smartphones

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Amazon

Alphabet falls on report Samsung considering Bing as default search engine

Samsung is reportedly considering making Microsoft's search engine default on its devices, potentially ending a 12-year partnership with Google. Samsung's deal value with Google is much less significant than Google's deal with Apple. However, it suggests that Microsoft could gain a foothold against Google's dominance.

Google: Samsung And Apple Deal Facing Major Risks

Google's chief executive has said concerns about artificial intelligence keep him awake at night and that the technology can be “very harmful” if deployed wrongly.

Google chief warns AI could be harmful if deployed wrongly

The CEO of Google's parent company says artificial intelligence could be "more profound than fire or electricity," in an interview with CBS.

Alphabet Boss Pichai Is Worried About AI. He Wants Regulation.

The executive told "60 Minutes" that the technology is moving fast and "it's not for a company to decide."

Google CEO Sundar Pichai warns society to brace for impact of A.I. acceleration, says ‘it's not for a company to decide'

Google is reportedly building an all-new search engine amid increased competition from AI-driven rivals.

Report: 'Panicked' Google Rebuilding Search Engine in AI Race

Baidu

Adobe

Artifical Intelligence (AI) stocks continue to dominate the discussion for investors. Given the rapid speed these technologies are moving, and the potential that they pack, it's no surprise that is the case.

3 Stocks to Buy That Could Be the Next AI Powerhouse

NVIDIA

The latest innovations in artificial intelligence are taking the world by storm. This means some of the world's most notable investors have the bug.

AI Revolution: 2 AI Stocks Billionaires Are Buying Hand Over Fist

Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG , GOOGL ) is currently on cloud nine. Shares of the tech giant are reporting significant growth in recent months, from trading below $90 back in February to around $105 at press time.

3 Reasons to Buy GOOG Stock as New Bull Market Approaches

PepsiCo

Invesco QQQ

Tesla

The index is heavily weighted by the biggest companies. Economic fears in 2022 drove underperformance.

Up 19% in 2023, Is It Safe to Invest in the Nasdaq Right Now?

The tech giant is sprinting to protect its core business with a flurry of projects, including updates to its search engine and plans for an all-new one.

Google Devising Radical Search Changes to Beat Back AI Rivals

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Boeing

Home Depot

Pfizer

Danaher

The stock market continues to be volatile. After a strong rally in March, all major U.S. indices have been flat so far in April, with the benchmark S&P 500 up a slight 1% since March 31.

7 Most Undervalued Stocks to Buy for 2023

Alibaba

Honeywell

Intel

Lockheed Martin

First Trust Nasdaq Artificial Intelligence & Robotics ETF

Quantum computing is a relatively new type of computer programming that incorporates quantum mechanics into a machine's functionality. This may result in faster computer processing, especially when working with large data sets.

Investing in Quantum Computing: A Guide

Alphabet's advertising business and cloud division are key generators of revenue for the company. Despite a deceleration in the digital advertising market, Google is expected to post an increase in top-line revenue for Q1 2023.

Google's AI-Powered Products And Services Offer Investment Opportunities

Sonos

Alphabet's Google received a mixed ruling on Thursday from a San Francisco federal judge in a patent lawsuit brought by Sonos Inc over wireless audio technology, failing to invalidate all of the patents before a trial but narrowing Sonos' claims.

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