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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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Let's use today's Market360 to dig into the FAANG stocks' earnings previews and see if they're good buys ahead of their results next week. The post Do FAANG Stocks Still Have Their Bite?

Do FAANG Stocks Still Have Their Bite?

Shares in Google's parent company just got a whole lot cheaper (in price, not valuation). Is it time to buy?

3 Reasons to Buy Alphabet Stock (After the Stock Split)

Blake Lemoine, who spoke to Insider before he was fired, said he isn't trying to define sentience or convince the public about it.

An engineer who was fired from Google believes its AI chatbot may have a soul but says he's not interested in convincing the public about it

Google has sacked a senior software engineer after he claimed the company's AI chatbot is a "sentient" being.

Google sacks senior software engineer after claiming its AI chatbot is a 'sentient' being

Alphabet Inc's Google said on Friday it has dismissed a senior software engineer who claimed the company's artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot LaMDA was a self-aware person.

Google fires software engineer who claimed its AI chatbot is sentient

Google's businesses are dirt cheap and management is shareholder friendly. Google's free cash flow has grown steadily over time and has substantial value for shareholders as a recession grips the market.

Google Stock Is A Steal

Investors in Alphabet are finding themselves in selling mode, as GOOG stock drops 7% in today's afternoon session. The post What Is Going on With Alphabet (GOOG) Stock Today?

What Is Going on With Alphabet (GOOG) Stock Today?

Snap

Pinterest

The social media sector is reeling from Snap's disappointing quarterly earnings report, as investors fret over weakness in online ad sales.

Social media stocks fall after dismal Snap earnings as investors fret over ad sales slowdown

Twitter

Shares of social media firms fell sharply on Friday as Twitter Inc joined the Snapchat owner in signaling a cutback in digital ad spend as economic growth sputters.

Social media stocks slump as Twitter, Snap warn of dire ad spending

Denis Pushilin, leader of the Russian-backed separatist Donetsk People's Republic, claimed on Telegram Google “promotes terrorism and violence against all Russians.”

Google Blocked By Pro-Russian Authorities In Occupied Eastern Ukrainian Regions

Google has many hidden assets within Android and Other Bets. We'll analyze the importance of Android, the rise of Google Maps, and why the company's betting on A.I. Google has hidden risks as well, including the increasing ad share of Amazon, the cyclical peak of 2021, and the evolving future of search.

Google: Buy The Split

Shares of internet companies suffered collateral damage Friday from Snap Inc.'s SNAP, +5.42% bombshell earnings report that led to a 30+% plunge in Snap's stock. Shares of Alphabet Inc. GOOGL, +0.39% GOOG, +0.30% sank 2.9%, Facebook parent Meta Platforms Inc. META, +0.04% dropped 4.4% and Pinterest Inc. PINS, -1.55% shed 7.0%.

Alphabet, Meta Platforms stocks knocked down by Snap's selloff after disappointing earnings report

Leader of self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic claims search engine is promoting ‘terrorism and violence against all Russians'

Google to be banned in Ukraine's occupied Donetsk and Luhansk regions

Is Alphabet a buy now? This ratio says yes.

This Eye-Opening Ratio Shows Why Alphabet Stock Is a Buy Now

The job market in America is still healthy. The unemployment rate is just 3.6% and many employers are continuing to hire workers at a steady clip. But some major companies appear to be getting a little nervous.

The job market is healthy, but big companies like Google and Apple are pulling back on hiring

Lyft

With recession fears mounting—and inflation, the war in Ukraine and the lingering pandemic taking a toll—many tech companies are rethinking their staffing needs, with some of them instituting hiring freezes, rescinding offers and even starting layoffs.

Google, Lyft are latest tech companies to hit brakes on hiring

Google Cloud today announced plans for its first cloud region in Mexico, its third in Latin America after Santiago, Chile and São Paulo, Brazil.

Google Cloud announces its first region in Mexico

Shopify

Shopify (SHOP) stock is on the move Thursday as investors react to news of a partnership with Alphabet's (GOOGL,GOOG) YouTube. The post SHOP Stock Alert: 9 Things to Know About Shopify's Partnership With YouTube appeared first on InvestorPlace.

SHOP Stock Alert: 9 Things to Know About Shopify's Partnership With YouTube

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

These businesses are full of growth potential.

2 Unstoppable Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold for Decades

QUALCOMM

These three top growth stocks are among the best long-term plays for investors seeking to create generational wealth in this market. The post 3 Growth Stocks That Are Ready to Rocket Higher appeared first on InvestorPlace.

3 Growth Stocks That Are Ready to Rocket Higher

One of these tech giants looks more attractive overall right now.

Better FAANG Stock: Alphabet or Amazon?

Microsoft

The bear market hasn't been kind to these three mega caps—but the time is right for long-term investors to fight back.

These 3 Mega Caps are Bear Market Buys

Tech giant Google is pausing its hiring for two weeks, according to a report Wednesday (July 20) from The Information. Last week, Google announced plans to slow down its hiring pace for the rest of this year as more economic indicators are showing that a global recession could be on the horizon.

Google Starts a 2-Week Hiring Freeze

Today, investors in GOOG stock got a rude awakening, as Alphabet announced it would be pausing hiring for two weeks. The post GOOG Stock Alert: Google Will Pause All Hiring appeared first on InvestorPlace.

GOOG Stock Alert: Google Will Pause All Hiring

Google has announced they will be taking a two-week hiring freeze, according to an article published by The Information earlier today.  This comes after the company announced last week they would be slowing down their hiring process for the remainder of the year to take a fresh look at their overall hiring process.

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