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.

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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.

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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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Microsoft

EU antitrust regulators will seek additional third party views on the partnership between Microsoft and OpenAI as well Google's artificial intelligence deal with Samsung for Samsung devices, EU competition chief Margrethe Vestager said on Friday.

EU seeks views on Microsoft, OpenAI, Google and Samsung deals, EU's Vestager says

Shares of Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL), Google's parent company, are in high demand due to ad business strength and AI prospects.

Alphabet Delivering “A” Grades for Investors

Google's dividend announcement provided a modest boost to my passive income and underscores its commitment to returning capital to shareholders. The company crushed the analyst consensus for both revenue and diluted EPS during the first quarter. Google is a free cash flow machine with an immense net cash position.

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In a particularly fruitful week for many participants in the stock market, the stocks of Google parent Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL) have joined the new all-time high (ATH) club, and they continue to race on the wings of positive developments and optimistic expectations.

Wall Street predicts Google stock price for next 12 months

Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG , NASDAQ: GOOGL ) is trading above $185 per share and breaking all-time highs. On one hand, the solid business fundamentals justify the rapid rise Alphabet stock has enjoyed.

Alphabet's Ticking Time Bomb: Record Highs Mask Mounting Threats to GOOG

Advanced Micro Devices

QUALCOMM

Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL ) plans to incorporate many artificial intelligence features into some of its products this fall. Specifically, the tech giant will provide AI-powered “writing assistance, image creation and editing” assistance, along with increased capabilities for Siri.

3 Stocks Shaking in Their Boots About Apple's Bold AI Plans

Italy is asking Google to pay 1 billion euros ($1.07 billion) in unpaid taxes and penalties, three sources with direct knowledge of the matter said on Friday, seven years after the U.S. company settled a landmark tax dispute with Rome authorities.

Italy claims 1 billion euros in unpaid taxes from Google

Apple

While consumer trends always ebb and flow, one that might stand the test of time is wearable electronic products. With our world becomingly increasingly connected, it's more important than ever to have 24/7/365 access to information.

3 Wearable Tech Stocks to Get Ahead of the Next Consumer Craze

YouTube and Google Cloud are poised to deliver strong EPS growth for Alphabet in coming years. YouTube Premium could grow YouTube's revenue to $25 billion per quarter by 2027, and low incremental costs with that offering should improve the Services margin mix materially. Cloud is only starting to contribute to the bottom line, and with strong product adoption, we expect YoY growth to remain robust for the foreseeable future.

YouTube And Google Cloud Promise To Power Continued Share Gains For Alphabet

Ares Capital

iShares Core High Dividend ETF

JPMorgan Chase & Co

The Dividend Income Accelerator Portfolio combines dividend income and dividend growth in addition to providing investors with a lowered risk level. I have added shares of Ares Capital, Alphabet, PepsiCo and JPMorgan, ensuring broader diversification and portfolio optimization in terms of risk-and-reward. After the companies' incorporations, the portfolio's Weighted Average Dividend Yield stands at 4.56% and its 5-Year Weighted Average Dividend Growth Rate at 7.28%.

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Moody's

Thomson Reuters

Google is partnering with third-party data sources to help ground AI responses and minimize hallucinations. Data from Moody's, MSCI, Thomson Reuters and Zoominfo will be incorporated next quarter.

Google partners with Thomson Reuters, Moody's and more to give AI real-world data

AI start-up Perplexity is raising money at a valuation of $3 billion and is backed by Japan's SoftBank.

Google Faces the Growth of AI-Powered Search. One Would-Be Rival Is About to Get Bigger.

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Palantir Technologies

Snowflake

The machine learning market is experiencing significant growth, offering promising investment opportunities that could benefit future generations. As of 2024, the market is projected to reach a size of $79.29 billion, with expectations to continue its rapid expansion due to technological advancements and increasing implementation across various industries​.

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Google is reportedly testing a facial recognition-based security system at one of its offices. The company is using the technology to spot unauthorized visitors and keep them from entering the office, CNBC reported Wednesday (June 26).

Google Testing Facial Recognition-Based Security System for Offices

Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) concluded the recent trading session at $185.37, signifying a -0.11% move from its prior day's close.

Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) Stock Declines While Market Improves: Some Information for Investors

After a 19% gain since April, I now issue a Hold rating due to current valuations. I believe in Alphabet's long-term growth but see limited value at present. Alphabet's Gemini models face current user experience issues. Despite this, long-term AI growth is promising, supported by CEO Sundar Pichai's vision and ethical approach. Alphabet shows strong cloud growth but faces competition and regulatory risks. A 10-year price target of $823.75 implies a 15.5% CAGR, but caution is warranted.

Google: Time To Press Pause (Rating Downgrade)

Google is testing facial-tracking technology for its corporate campus security, CNBC has learned. The test is initially taking place at an office in Kirkland, Washington.

Google is testing facial recognition technology for campus security, starting at site near Seattle

Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ: GOOGL) has already gained some 40% since its year-to-date low in early March but analysts at Jefferies remain convinced it can push further to the upside in the coming months.  Shares of the tech titan currently pay a dividend yield of 0.43%.

Should you buy Google stock after two big announcements on Wednesday?

Some cheap cloud stocks seem to have been glued to the sidelines amid the impressive rally in tech stocks. Undoubtedly, much of the focus seems to be on the “pick and shovels” types of plays right now, with the AI chip stocks stealing the show.

3 Ultra-Cheap Cloud Stocks to Watch in June

There are concerns that Microsoft-backed OpenAI is losing the lead in technology that it staked out with the launch of ChatGPT in late 2022.

OpenAI Delays New Voice Features. It Risks Losing a Race with Google.

CME Group

Key milestone paves the way for CME Group to migrate to Google Cloud's industry-first specialized platform for capital markets CHICAGO and SUNNYVALE, Calif. , June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Reaching a significant milestone in the companies' transformational partnership, CME Group and Google Cloud today announced plans to build a new private Google Cloud region, and a co-location facility, in Aurora, Illinois.

CME Group and Google Cloud Announce New Chicago Area Private Cloud Region and Co-location Facility for CME Group's Markets

UiPath

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing

Taiwan Semiconductor is a leader in chip production. Alphabet's AI tools are being deployed in multiple areas.

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Adobe

ServiceNow

Machine learning stocks are doing well in 2024, led by the astronomical 145% growth of Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA ), but there are other opportunities to explore apart from Nvidia in the machine-learning market, with a potential size of $79.3 billion in 2024 and 36% growth between 2024 and 2030, reaching $503.4 billion by 2030. North America is the biggest market for machine learning, thanks in part to the country's favorable policy trends.

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