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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.

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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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Tech Stocks are Cheap and Value is Expensive: A Rare Opportunity?

Alphabet Inc. (GOOGLE) is expected to see strong topline growth driven by robust performance in Google Services and Cloud, particularly due to AI integration. Despite near-term margin pressures from increased headcount and higher depreciation, efficiency improvements and cost reengineering should benefit long-term profitability. The stock is currently trading at a significant discount to its historical valuation, presenting a compelling buying opportunity for long-term investors.

Google: Robust Momentum In The Cloud Business Expected To Lead Future Growth

Wall Street analysts are issuing warnings about a potential Google breakup as the Big Tech giant tries to wriggle out of a pair of major federal antitrust lawsuits that could devastate its business model.

Why Google antitrust breakup fears are spooking Wall Street

An Evercore ISI analyst cut his price target on Google stock on views that a federal judge could end Alphabet's internet search with Apple.

Alphabet Price Target Cut On 'Worst Case' Antitrust Scenario

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Artificial-intelligence-focused chip makers are expected to grow briskly. But artificial intelligence requires servers, memory, and more -- so consider other stocks, too.

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Alphabet To $200? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Monday

In recent weeks, Alphabet's stock has underperformed amid antitrust issues, despite the digital advertising giant showing robust business performance. While antitrust concerns introduce greater uncertainty in the Alphabet story, current business and valuation realities render it a worthwhile long-term investment. With this note, I am upgrading Alphabet stock to a "Buy" once again. Read on to learn why.

Google's Antitrust Weakness Is A Buying Opportunity (Rating Upgrade)

Alphabet just started paying dividends this year, with a $0.20 quarterly payment. At the current rate, the tech giant will pay out about $7.5 billion this year.

How Much Will Alphabet Pay Out in Dividends This Year?

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The rest of the market will have to do heavy lifting for the S&P 500 to move higher.

What if the Magnificent Seven are finished?

Masimo

After tangling in court with Apple over smartwatch features, medical technology company Masimo is teaming with Google. The company announced in a news release Saturday (Sept.

Google Launches Smartwatch Pact With MedTech Firm Masimo

Super Micro Computer

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed an improvement in the overall market sentiment, while the index moved to the “Neutral” zone on Friday.

S&P 500, Nasdaq Record Best Week Of Year As Alphabet, Super Micro Surge: Fear & Greed Index Moves To 'Neutral' Zone

Google faces significant antitrust challenges, but investors are overestimating the impact on its growth and margins, making the stock undervalued. Despite legal headwinds, Google's management has effectively maintained robust margin expansions and operating leverage, showcasing strong financial resilience. Google's stock is trading at one of the lowest valuation multiples in a decade, presenting a compelling buying opportunity.

Google Still Wins Despite Antitrust Headaches

The Justice Department wanted a jury for its ongoing adtech antitrust trial against Google. Google made sure it would go jury-less by paying a cashier's check of exactly $2,289,751.

Google dodged a jury trial in its big adtech case with a $2,289,751 check

Uber

Will Waymo Partnership Make Uber the King of Robotaxis?

Uber's Bold Step Into Driverless Rides: Here's What It Means for the Future of Travel

While most headlines lately have been surrounding Google's Search business, investors may be overlooking the notable progress on the Google Cloud front. While the Cloud segment may appear more difficult to understand than the Search side, we break down in a simplified manner the key business growth opportunities beyond the perplexing terminologies. Once investors gain a clearer understanding of the Google's latest wins driving future revenue opportunities, it becomes easier to grasp the more powerful AI growth story hidden beneath the surface.

Google's Big, Hidden Advantages That Investors May Be Overlooking

The federal government is a long way from actually breaking Google up. Investors are starting to treat the possibility as a foregone conclusion.

Google's Breakup Is Starting to Get Priced In

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Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing

AI stocks have driven the bull market for the last two years. Good value in AI stocks can be hard to find.

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It happens in milliseconds, ideally, as you browse the web. Networks of computers and software analyze who you are, what you are looking at and buy and sell the advertisements you see on web pages.

Going once, going twice: Google's millisecond ad auctions are the focus of monopoly claim

Tesla and Waymo are locked in a battle for market dominance in the driverless tech sector. Waymo has an early advantage with its functional software but problems scaling its autonomous fleet.

Waymo and Tesla have opposite problems as they compete for driverless tech dominance

The robotaxi service is expanding into Austin and Atlanta. Here's everywhere else you can hail a Waymo ride.

Uber is Launching Driverless Rides With Waymo: Here's Where You Can Book Them

Alphabet is down 20% from highs set earlier this year. The narrative that the company is losing in AI is misguided.

Nasdaq Correction: 1 No-Brainer Stock to Buy On This Dip

Google parent company Alphabet Inc‘s GOOGL GOOG shares have seen better days. The stock has plummeted 35% from its all-time highs, landing it squarely in bear market territory.

Google Parent Company In Bear Territory, Down 35% From Highs: Should Investors Be Eyeing Alphabet Comeback?

EU antitrust officials are considering an order to Alphabet unit Google to stop its anti-competitive practices in its adtech business but will not issue a breakup order as they had originally warned, people with direct knowledge of the matter said.

Exclusive: EU break-up order to Google unlikely for now, sources say

The latest partnership between the companies comes as self-driving cars are gaining traction.

Waymo to Offer Self-Driving Cars Only on Uber in Austin and Atlanta

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