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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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Google continues to dominate the internet search industry with a global market share of 91%. ChatGPT creator OpenAI is launching its own search engine, which will introduce unique features to the industry.

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Microsoft

Tech investors have sold AI winners as fears over the AI payoff abound. Recession fears are also playing a role.

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NVIDIA

Design flaws could cause a delay of three months or more in the launch of chip giant Nvidia's upcoming artificial-intelligence chips, tech-focused publication the Information said on Friday.

Delay to Nvidia's new AI chip could affect Microsoft, Google, Meta, the Information says

With its revenue flat and profits falling, Tesla's valuation premium rests on the potential from innovations like full self-driving. The current leader in autonomous vehicles appears to Alphabet's Waymo.

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Google confirmed Friday that it had pulled an ad for its Gemini artificial intelligence after it landed flat with some Olympics viewers.

Google pulls AI ad that irked some Olympics viewers

A recent stock dip has made Alphabet's shares a bargain compared to its competitors. Meanwhile, recent quarterly earnings reflect a highly profitable ad business.

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Apple

Amazon

Tesla

Their shares have fallen 11.8% from last month's peak but more AI breakthroughs may reassure investors

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Of the six members of ‘The Magnificent 7' group that have already reported June-quarter results, the market was disappointed with Tesla TSLA, Alphabet GOOGL, Microsoft MSFT, and Amazon AMZN. Conversely, it was okay with Apple's AAPL quarterly release and loved Meta's META results.

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The stock market is taking a breather after a 20% run higher this year. According to Fidelity, that was mostly driven by tech stocks, which are up 25% year-to-date.

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Google has pulled an ad for its AI chatbot Gemini following backlash online. The ad depicted a little girl and her dad using the tool to write a fan letter to an Olympic athlete.

Google pulls AI ad for Olympics following backlash

Alphabet's Google has agreed to pay a licensing fee to chatbot maker Character.AI for its models and will hire its cofounders and many of its researchers, The Information reported on Friday.

Google hires Character.AI cofounders and licenses its models, The Information reports

Big Tech executives admit they're spending a lot, maybe too much, on AI. But Meta and Alphabet leaders say the big spending is necessary to stay competitive.

Meta, Amazon, and Alphabet are spending big in a battle to dominate AI. It might not end well.

Google is in trouble. The stock market is beginning to sniff that out.

This 9.5% Yielding Closed-End Fund Has A Google Problem

Alphabet has made a concerted effort to control costs even as revenue accelerates.

Here's Why Alphabet Is an Excellent Stock for Long-Term Investors

Google will introduce a 2.5% surcharge on ads displayed in Canada starting in October, in response to the Liberal government's new digital services tax, according to media reports. Approved by Parliament in June, the tax imposes a 3% levy on foreign tech companies generating revenue from Canadian users.

Google to pass on costs of new digital services tax to advertisers in Canada

When it comes to the Magnificent Seven and big tech stocks, one of the ones I like the least is Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL, Financial) as I find its business model less appealing and a little more fragile when compared to Apple Inc. (AAPL, Financial), Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN, Financial) and Microsoft Corp. (MSFT, Financial).

Alphabet's Value Shines After Dip

A Google AI-focused Olympics advertisement that sparked backlash has been removed from TV rotation, according to the technology giant.

Google has pulled controversial Gemini AI Olympics ad from TV rotation

UiPath

Procore Technologies

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing

Taiwan Semiconductor is dominating the chip market. Alphabet has seen some weakness after its Q2 results.

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Many billionaire hedge fund managers own this “Magnificent Seven” stock. A strong balance sheet, coupled with huge profits, explain this company's financial situation.

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Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG , NASDAQ: GOOGL ) stock is flush with over $100 billion in cash and wisely investing chunks of it in artificial intelligence. This is already benefiting the advertising and cloud computing arms of its business, as second quarter results have shown.

Alphabet's AI Bet Bodes Well for Long-Term GOOG Stock Investors

Magnificent Seven stocks fueled the market's gains in the AI era. Alphabet is now trading at a discount to the S&P 500.

This Is the Cheapest Magnificent Seven Stock. Is It Time to Buy?

Amid generative AI hype, focus on stocks enhancing products or gaining a strategic edge with Gemini AI stock predictions. Microsoft backs OpenAI, exploring AI-driven search.

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CrowdStrike

Google-parent Alphabet has cut its stake in cybersecurity company Crowdstrike , according to a Securities and Exchange Commission filing on Friday.

Google-parent Alphabet cuts stake in Crowdstrike

Zoom Video

Every presidential election has a defining technology.

The Zoom Election, Google DeepMind's Math Olympiad and HatGPT Olympics Edition

Google is integrating ads into AI search results and launching innovative AI tools to solidify its search dominance, making it competitive against AI rivals like Meta and OpenAI. Google's valuation, now more favorable after a price decline, presents moderate growth and stability, contrasting with the higher volatility of companies like Amazon and Tesla. Google's closed-source approach may hinder AI competitiveness compared to Meta's open-source strategy, but its reputation and AI investments position it as a long-term leader.

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