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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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Pinterest

Piper Sandler is bullish on several internet stocks going into earnings season.

Meta, Amazon, and 2 More Internet Stocks to Buy, According to an Analyst

After rallying last month, Google parent Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG ,  GOOGL ) has continued to hold up thus far in April. Other tech stocks have delivered a similar performance, but it may be a few company-related developments that are keeping GOOG stock on an upwards trajectory.

The Latest AI News Doesn't Change the GOOG Stock Story

Alphabet's stock has bounced up by ~20% in 2023; however, the stock remains a relative underperformer since the launch of ChatGPT. In this note, we will look into some of Google's AI opportunities to see if they can help the stock rebound.

Google: Will AI Opportunities Help The Stock Rebound?

Microsoft

Amazon Web Services is the latest tech company to lay out its generative AI strategy.

Amazon Joins Microsoft, Google in AI Race Spurred by ChatGPT

Google will likely argue Thursday that the U.S. Justice Department's allegations that it broke antitrust law to build and maintain its dominance of search are flawed and that its lawsuit should be thrown out, according to court filings.

Google to ask judge to toss U.S. antitrust lawsuit over search dominance

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Intuitive Surgical

Alphabet has multiple ways to profit from greater use of AI in the healthcare sector. Intuitive Surgical is working on using AI to improve robotic surgery.

1 Sector Received $6.1 Billion in AI Investments Last Year: 3 Top Stocks to Buy

A district judge will hear arguments in a landmark case over search-engine dominance.

Google to Ask Judge to End DOJ Antitrust Case

South Korea's top court on Thursday said Alphabet Inc's Google should disclose whether the technology giant had shared local user information with third parties, news agency Yonhap reported, sending the case back to a lower court.

S.Korea's top court tells Google to disclose user information sharing -report

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Tesla

Stock splits are exciting announcements that investors can receive, with companies aiming to boost liquidity within shares.

Which of These Stocks Has Been the Best Post-Split Buy?

Morgan Stanley say that cloud beneficiaries apart from the big three will also include SAP, Snowflake, Cisco, and MongoDB.

Microsoft, Amazon, and Google to Gain From Cloud Growth, Says Analyst

Microsoft and Alphabet rely heavily on artificial intelligence to drive the success of their offerings. Microsoft uses AI in many of its business products, such as its Azure cloud computing service, helping to deliver double-digit cloud revenue growth.

Alphabet vs. Microsoft: Which Is the Better AI Stock to Buy Right Now?

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Exclaimer, the leading email signature software provider, launched an enhanced solution for Google Workspace customers, offering updated features for the centralized management and application of email signatures. This latest release enables Exclaimer's channel partners to expand their reach within a growing market, allowing them to better meet organizations' email signature needs.

Exclaimer Releases New Email Signature Management Solution for Google Workspace

"The world is in a very different place," a Google global security vice president said in a companywide memo.

Google drops global vaccine requirement to enter buildings, says 'world is in a very different place'

Meta Platforms and Alphabet's Google found themselves before the Brazilian Supreme Court Tuesday defending a law that says internet companies are not responsible for the content users post. The US tech titans are appealing a 2017 lawsuit from a woman in the country who called on Meta's Facebook to remove a profile and sued for compensation.

Meta and Google defend Brazilian law shielding social media companies from liability for users' posts

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $GOOG #GOOG--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.

GOOGL NOTICE: ROSEN, LEADING TRIAL ATTORNEYS, Encourages Alphabet Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – GOOG, GOOGL

Google on Tuesday introduced a live TV experience called Google TV that combines more than 800 free channels into one user interface.

Google TV gets 800 free channels

Aurora Innovation

A major transport union on Tuesday opposed a request filed by Alphabet's self-driving unit Waymo and autonomous driving technology company Aurora for an exemption from rules on warning devices for large semi-trucks, citing safety issues.

Union opposes driverless trucks exemption for Waymo, Aurora

After an initial discount period, the package of NFL games will run $349 for subscribers to YouTube TV—and $449 for nonsubscribers.

YouTube TV Sets Pricing on NFL Sunday Ticket Package

Google TV, the company's smart TV operating system that powers Chromecast devices and various TVs, is today getting a significant update aimed at expanding access to free, streaming TV.

Google TV expands its free streaming lineup to over 800 live TV channels including Tubi, Plex, Haystack and more

ChatGPT came out at a time when Google's compensation expenses increased dramatically from 2021 to 2022. Google's advertising revenue continues to increase despite them losing market share.

Google Disappoints, But They Are Still A Good Company

The slowdown in cloud computing sales growth is expected to worsen when March-quarter earnings come in for Amazon, Microsoft and Google. The post Cloud Computing Sales Growth Seen Slowing In March Quarter For Tech Titans appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

Cloud Computing Sales Growth Seen Slowing In March Quarter For Tech Titans

The National Football League's flagship television package, Sunday Ticket, the group of NFL games that are out-of-market and unavailable on local affiliate stations, has a new home on YouTube TV this season.

Here's how much NFL Sunday Ticket will cost on YouTube TV this season

YouTube, which will offer NFL Sunday Ticket this fall after its three-decade exclusive run on DirecTV came to an end, has revealed initial pricing for the package. In a blog post, YouTube said it will give YouTube TV subscribers a chance to add Sunday Ticket for $249 for the season, a savings of $100.

YouTube Sets Pricing For NFL Sunday Ticket, With Initial Discount Offer

Alphabet Inc's YouTube said on Tuesday its pricing plans for the Sunday Ticket package of National Football League (NFL) games will be between $249 and $489.

YouTube reveals prices of NFL Sunday Ticket subscription

Google and Fitbit have announced that existing Fitbit users will have the option to start logging in using a Google account this summer. Users aren't required to move to a Google Account immediately, but will need to do so by 2025.

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