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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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Thermo Fisher Scientific

On Friday, the FDA published a list of molecular tests for COVID-19 that may be affected by mutations in the omicron variant of concern. The agency's list focuses on coronavirus tests impacted by S-gene dropout, an occurrence that is most commonly associated with Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc's (NYSE: TMO) TaqPath test kits.

FDA Enlists Thermo Fisher, Google-Backed Verily COVID-19 Tests Likely To Be Affected By Omicron

Alphabet Inc's Google Pay launched in Israel on Tuesday, with Israel's major banks and credit card companies saying they had signed agreements with Google to offer the new payment service.

Israel's digital wallets to expand as Google Pay launches

Is it possible for a household name like Google to be overlooked by investors? Judging by the discount to peers, the market is doing just that.

Alphabet Is The Best Value In Big Tech

Russia fined Alphabet's Google 5 million roubles ($67,190), a Moscow court said on Tuesday, the latest in a string of penalties against the technology giant for failing to delete content the government deems illegal.

Russia fines Google 5 million roubles for not deleting banned content

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"Mad Money" host Jim Cramer highlighted 10 of his favorite stocks included in the new CNBC Next Generation 50 index.

10 of Jim Cramer's favorite growth stocks, including Tesla and Affirm

Google still looks like a real bargain here given its massive free cash flow. GOOG stock is worth at least 38% more at $3,931 as a result of its huge and consistent free cash flow.

Google Gets Another Price Target Raise in Less Than Two Months

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Moscow is ready for dialogue with foreign technology companies over possible bans for those that do not have official representation in Russia by the end of the year, Interfax reported on Monday, citing the state communications regulator.

Russian bans for tech giants is last resort, Interfax reports

The global advertising industry will notch higher growth this year than previously expected as brands are relying more heavily on search engine and social media companies such as Alphabet Inc's Google and Meta Platforms Inc to reach customers during the pandemic, according to two ad industry forecasts released on Monday.

Google, Meta dominate as digital propels global advertising growth -forecasts

The shares of Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ: GOOGL) have received a price target of $3,540 from Tigress Financial. These are the details.

Alphabet Stock (GOOG / GOOGL): $3,540 Price Target From Tigress Financial

Former Google employees filed a lawsuit this week that claims the company violated its own "Don't Be Evil" mission.

As Google wades through legal fight over labor issues, ex-employees accuse company of mistreatment

Microsoft

Netflix

Thanks to the success of the FAANG stocks — Meta Platforms Inc (FB), Alphabet Inc (GOOG), Amazon.com Inc (AMZN), Netflix Inc (NFLX), and Apple Inc (AAPL)  — and other heavy-hitters such as Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) and Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), the S&P 500's concentration of returns was, well, concentrated in recent years. In plain English, a small number of stocks accounted for a large percentage of [.

Avoid the S&P 500's Return Concentration With RSP

Alphabet Inc's Google said it is indefinitely pushing back its January return-to-office plan globally amid growing concerns over the Omicron variant of the coronavirus and some resistance to company-mandated vaccinations. Google in August had said it would expect workers to come in about three days a week from Jan. 10 at the earliest, ending its voluntary work-from-home policy.

Google delays return-to-office plans over Omicron concerns

The Omicron variant appears to be reinfecting people at three times the rate of previous strains, according to a preliminary study by scientists in South Africa.

Google Delays Return to Office Amid Omicron Uncertainty

Probably not. But it's nonetheless an important scientific advance.

Could Google's DeepMind AI Transform Healthcare?

Google Delays Return to Office Beyond Jan. 10 Amid Omicron Uncertainty

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Semiconductors are an important and fast growing sector, but they can be difficult to understand. There are dozens of semiconductor companies that each play a unique role in the ecosystem.

A Deep Dive Into The Semiconductor Industry

Russia's state communications regulator Roskomnadzor has filed administrative cases at a Moscow court against Google and Meta that could see fines imposed on the U.S. tech firms' annual turnover in Russia, the RIA news agency reported on Friday.

Russia files court cases for fines on annual turnover of Google, Meta - RIA

Google employees will not be returning to their offices as planned in January, as the threat of COVID-19 lingers.

Google puts off January return to offices as omicron concerns grow

The company told employees the news in a memo on Thursday. It has also pushed back the return to offices in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

Google delays return to US offices past January 10 amid uncertainty over the Omicron COVID-19 variant

The latest delay comes after several previous postponements amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

Google workers in U.S. won't return to office as expected on Jan. 10

Alphabet Inc's Google is delaying its return-to-office plan in Europe, the Middle East and Africa on concerns over the Omicron variant of the coronavirus, Business Insider reported on Thursday, citing a company memo.

Google delays return to office in Europe, Middle East, Africa - Business Insider

Google has not announced changes for employees in North America, Insider reported.

Google Reportedly Delays Office Return In Europe, Middle East And Africa Due To Spread Of Omicron Variant

The European Commission has given its clearest signal yet that it's prepared to intervene over weak enforcement of the EU's data protection rules against big tech. Today the bloc's executive also had a warning for adtech giants Google and Facebook — accusing them of choosing “legal tricks” over true compliance with the EU's standard of […]

EU warns adtech giants over ‘legal tricks' as it moots changes to centralize privacy oversight

You can hold GOOG stock for exposure to the Google search engine, AI, and cloud computing - or simply because it's still relatively cheap. The post Even After a Year-Long Rally, Alphabet's Value Will Surprise You appeared first on InvestorPlace.

Even After a Year-Long Rally, Alphabet's Value Will Surprise You

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: FB) aims to occupy the 719,000 square-foot (67,000 square-meters) site of the former headquarters of NetApp Inc (NASDAQ: NTAP) in Sunnyvale, California, Bloomberg reports. Meta also signed a lease near Burlingame, bringing the total new space to over 1 million square feet.

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