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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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The company is hosting its live Made by Google Tuesday afternoon.

Google's Pixel Event Is Here. What It Means for Alphabet Stock.

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Google stock may get a boost when parent Alphabet unveils AI-ready Pixel 9 mobile phones ahead of the debut of new Apple iPhone 16 models.

Google To Take Wraps Off AI-Ready Pixel 9 Phones Ahead Of IPhone 16 Launch

A federal judge ruled Google violated US antitrust law by maintaining a monopoly through exclusive agreements with companies like Apple. Google's roughly $20B payments to Apple helped establish Google Search as the default search engine, virtually eliminating competition. Possible remedies for Google's monopoly include breakup, penalty, or restricting exclusive default agreements.

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Google's big hardware event Made by Google is happening today, with the company revealing new Pixel phones, as well as a bigger role for its Gemini AI.

TechCrunch Minute: Google reveals new Pixel phones and more at Made by Google

Shares in Google parent Alphabet (GOOGL) will be in focus on Tuesday as the search giant's highly anticipated annual Made By Google launch event gets underway, where analysts expect the company to unveil its next generation smartphones and provide further details about how it plans to integrate its Gemini artificial intelligence (AI) model into its mobile platforms.

Watch These Alphabet Stock Price Levels as Google Launch Event Gets Underway

Alphabet stock (NASDAQ: GOOG , NASDAQ: GOOGL ), the owner of the popular search engine Google, is amongst the leading companies in the global tech industry in the areas of online advertising, cloud computing and artificial intelligence.  While the firm is operating in a world that is characterized by heightened legal risks and intensified competition, its capacity to innovate new products is a critical source of sustainable value.

GOOG Stock Analysis: The Opportunities and Risks for Alphabet Investors

Tech giant Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG , NASDAQ: GOOGL ) has been building a decent head of steam until hitting a legal roadblock with its antitrust case. Though concerning, given Alphabet's strong recent performance and leadership in search, I see the case as merely a temporary hiccup.

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YouTube shows remarkable growth prospects within the video streaming and short-form content space. YouTube has quietly become one of the most popular entertainment mediums for consumers all around the world. Parent company Google's valuation is attractive relative to peers; however, macroeconomic uncertainty and regulatory issues pose an existential threat to Google's overall dominance.

YouTube's Hidden Value: How Google's Streaming Platform Is Set To Outshine Others

Google will reportedly make a more aggressive push into consumer devices with the upcoming launch of its latest Pixel smartphones. The company signaled this effort by moving up the launch of the phone from October to August, scheduling it before the debut of the next iPhone from its rival, Apple, Bloomberg reported Monday (Aug. 12).

Google Ramps up Smartphone Push With Latest Pixel Devices

Alphabet's Google (GOOGL) will hold its annual Made By Google launch event Tuesday, where it will unveil the next generation of Pixel smartphones, as well as provide updates on how it's integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its devices with Gemini.

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A federal judge in California is giving plaintiffs a chance to file an amended lawsuit after dismissing their antitrust lawsuit against Google. The lawsuit accuses the tech giant of unlawfully dominating web search on smartphones, Reuters reported Monday (Aug. 12).

Judge Says Plaintiffs Can File Amended Antitrust Lawsuit Against Google

Waymo plans to start testing its fully autonomous vehicles with no human safety driver on freeways in the San Francisco Bay Area this week. Its employees will be the first guinea pigs.

Waymo to begin testing driverless robotaxis on San Francisco freeways

Google has announced the rollout of its locally produced Pixel 8 devices in India, nearly 10 months after revealing its domestic manufacturing plans for the devices, and immediately ahead of the expected Pixel 9 unveiling later this week.

Google begins shipping locally made Pixel 8 in India ahead of Pixel 9 launch

Alphabet's Q2 2024 revenue reached $85 billion, a 14% year-over-year increase, driven by growth in Google Cloud and AI integration. Google Cloud revenue surged by 29% YoY to $10.35 billion, marking its first-ever $1 billion in quarterly operating income, with a margin of 11%. GOOG's RSI dropped to 45, nearing oversold territory, with potential resistance at $175 and bullish solid momentum if it approaches $210.

Google's Battle To Maintain Supremacy

A federal judge in California has dismissed a lawsuit accusing Google of unlawfully dominating web search on smartphones, but said the consumers should get another chance after a Washington, D.C. court separately ruled the tech giant spent billions to create an illegal monopoly.

Google wins dismissal of US consumer lawsuit over mobile search

Alphabet's Google is deactivating AdSense accounts in Russia, saying on Monday that it would no longer be able to make payments to users of its advertising service in the country.

Google says it is deactivating Russia-based AdSense accounts

Alphabet is best-known for its search engine, but the cloud computing wing is providing a growth boost. Meta continues to grow revenue and profits quickly thanks to its dominance in social media platforms.

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Wedbush's Daniel Ives says Apple could surprise the market with the strength of its iPhone sales.

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