Alphabet

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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Alphabet's autonomous vehicle unit said it started carrying employees in electric Jaguar I-Pace SUVs without human backup

Google's Waymo to offer driverless ride-hailing service in San Francisco

A U.S. antitrust investigation into Google Maps has gained steam recently following a lull, according to a Reuters report Wednesday.

MarketWatch: Department of Justice reignites investigation into Google Maps: report

Apple

Amazon

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Alphabet Inc unit Waymo on Wednesday said it has started offering driverless rides to employees in San Francisco, accelerating a race with General Motors Co.-backed rival Cruise to commercialise the technology in the dense city.

Waymo offers driverless rides to employees in San Francisco, expands in Phoenix

Waymo, Alphabet's self-driving unit, has begun offering its San Francisco employees fully autonomous rides, the company said Wednesday. Waymo will begin its rider-only operations within its “initial San Francisco service territory,” which spans from the Presidio to the farthest corner of Candlestick Point, and gradually ramp up from there.

Waymo opens driverless robotaxi service to San Francisco employees

The Alphabet Inc. unit says it's the first company to operate autonomous ride programs in multiple cities.

Waymo Starts Fully Autonomous Tests In San Francisco, Expanding Arizona Robotaxi Zone

The U.S. Justice Department has breathed new life into an investigation of Google Maps to determine if bundling the service together with other Google software illegally stifles competition, according to two sources familiar with the matter.

Exclusive-U.S. probe of Google Maps picks up speed -sources

Riding in a self-driving van underscored the potential of autonomous vehicles, which some believe will be a multitrillion-dollar market for investors.

'A ghost is driving the car' — my peaceful and productive experience in a Waymo self-driving van

With a nearly impenetrable moat, Alphabet has plenty of room to grow.

I'm Never Selling This Tech Giant With Huge Growth Ahead

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Alphabet Stock: The Conservative Choice for Cloud Investors

A French court has fined Google $2.2 million (€2 million) for what the country's government has described as “abusive” dealings with developers on its app store. As Bloomberg reported Tuesday (March 29), the Paris Commercial Court has also ruled Google must also update seven clauses from its contracts that included a 30% commission on revenues […]

French Court Fines Google $2M for ‘Abusive' Developer Practices

DigitalOcean Holdings

Microsoft

Splunk

The cloud sector could be worth over $1.5 trillion annually to these innovative tech companies by 2030.

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Google has continued to deliver robust revenue and earnings growth. Multiple emerging segments will ensure that growth sustains along with cash flow upside.

Alphabet Stock Trading Above $3,000 Is Just a Matter Of Time

A bill aimed at banning tech giants like Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN) and Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG)'s Google from abusing their market dominance was backed by the United States' Department of Justice (DOJ), the first fully-fledged support from the Biden administration for an anti-trust measure. The DOJ accused large digital platforms of being a threat to open markets, abusing their monopolies, squeezing profits from competitors and posing a risk to consumers by anti-competitive practices, The Wall Street Journal reported, quoting a letter from Peter Hyun, acting assistant attorney general for legislative affairs for the department.

US Department of Justice endorses antitrust bill against Amazon, Google, Apple

Trulieve Cannabis Corp.

Upstart Holdings

A tumbling market is the perfect time to invest in these fast-paced companies.

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The legislation would forbid platforms such as Amazon and Alphabet's Google from favoring their own products and services over those of competitors.

Justice Department Supports Bill That Targets Amazon, Google, Apple: Report

The Justice Department Monday endorsed legislation forbidding large digital platforms such as Amazon and Google from favoring their own products and services over those of competitors.

DOJ backs antitrust bill targeting Amazon, Google, Apple

WASHINGTON — The Justice Department Monday endorsed legislation forbidding large digital platforms such as Amazon and Google from favoring their own products and services over competitors', marking the Biden administration's first full-throated support of the antitrust measure.

The Wall Street Journal: Justice Department backs antitrust bill targeting Apple, Amazon, Google

NVIDIA

Roblox

Snap

Adobe

Not many people even knew what the metaverse was a year ago. Now, companies pouring resources into this new but promising industry.

Which Companies Are Investing in the Metaverse? 7 Stocks to Watch.

Google is spending a huge amount on its buyback program and seems to be on the path of Apple, which has invested over half a trillion dollars on buybacks.

Alphabet Can Surprise Investors With Future Buyback Scale

Tesla

Megacap stock splits means the Dow Jones Industrial Average has a chance to pick up a growth stock. But will it?

Tesla, Alphabet, and Amazon Are Planning Stock Splits. Will That Help Them Join the Dow?

Broadcom

Dow Inc

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Spotify

GOOG stock won't be affected much by Spotify or the E.U. regulatory changes, given that Google Other is less than 11% of Alphabet's sales.

Alphabet Allowing Spotify to Run Its Own Billing Won't Hurt Revenue

Exxon Mobil

Why are stocks down today? It seems investors are feeling uneasy about economic reports due out later this week.

AAPL, XOM, FB, GOOG: Why Are Stocks Down Today?

Alphabet's (GOOGL) Google introduces a new feature in Gmail to pause mobile notifications while using the desktop client, per a report.

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