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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.

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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As the age of artificial intelligence gains more traction, we see new developments every day, with advancements from OpenAI and Google that aim to present users with new solutions.

This stock could profit handsomely from AI videos

Amazon

The AI market is expected to hit nearly $2 trillion by the end of the decade. Meanwhile, Alphabet is investing heavily in its AI technology and expanding its cloud services.

Better AI Stock: Alphabet vs. Amazon

The Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL ,NASDAQ: GOOG ) stock outlook suggests the company has solidified itself as one of the market leaders in artificial intelligence. The company is making all the right moves, and AI is already making meaningful contributions to the company's quarterly financial results.

GOOG Stock Outlook: Why Alphabet Shares Could Surge Higher in 2024

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Chase Coleman is one of the vaunted "Tiger Cubs" mentored by hedge fund legend Julian Robertson, Jr. Nearly 48% of Tiger Global Management's equity holdings are invested in five AI stocks. Some are dirt cheap, but all have the potential to profit from AI.

Billionaire Investor Chase Coleman Has 46% of His Portfolio Invested in 5 Brilliant Artificial Intelligence (AI) Growth Stocks

KLA-Tencor

Alphabet just came out with Gemini 1.5, its most powerful LLM, but still gets little love for its AI offerings. KLA Corporation is a reasonably priced AI compounder with accelerating services.

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Adobe

Google and Adobe tumbled last week on OpenAI fears, despite the tech titans being viewed as big AI plays.

Google, Adobe Highlight AI Threat Even To Big Artificial Intelligence Plays. Take Note Investors.

After over two decades of holding the lead position among search engines, by far, in the US, Europe, Latin America, and much of Asia, Alphabet's (NASDAQ: GOOG) Google may face its first challenge due to AI.

Google Faces Major AI Challenge

Google's new Gemini AI is a big deal because of its powerful capabilities. Gemini could move the needle for Alphabet in at least a couple of ways.

Does Google's New ChatGPT-Beating Artificial Intelligence (AI) App Make the Stock a No-Brainer Buy?

Nvidia leads the AI chip market, but that market is highly cyclical and the stock is richly valued. Alphabet has spent years developing artificial intelligence systems that function behind the scenes.

Missed Out on Nvidia? 1 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Growth Stock to Buy Now and Hold for a Decade or Longer

Alphabet has been working on AI for more than two decades. The business has a massive data advantage that other businesses can't compete with.

Here's Why Alphabet Is the Best AI Stock to Buy Right Now

ChatGPT maker OpenAI stepped up the race in generative artificial intelligence Thursday when it unveiled its text-to-video generation tool, Sora, viewed as an impressive but potentially dangerous step in the booming AI economy amid concerns about disinformation spread.

OpenAI's ‘Sora' Has Rivals In The Works—Including From Google And Meta

Microsoft is widely viewed as a leader in the AI space, and its cloud services have benefited immensely from the technology. Some investors are concerned Alphabet's Google Search will be disrupted by AI, but the company is embracing it.

Better Artificial Intelligence (AI) Buy: Microsoft vs. Alphabet

Major technology companies signed a pact Friday to voluntarily adopt “reasonable precautions” to prevent artificial-intelligence tools from being used to disrupt democratic elections around the world.

Amazon, Google, Meta and Microsoft among tech companies to sign pact combatting AI-generated election trickery

A group of 20 leading tech companies on Friday announced a joint commitment to combat AI misinformation heading into the 2024 elections.

Microsoft, Google, Amazon and tech peers sign pact to combat election-related deepfakes

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Steven Cress discusses how Seeking Alpha's Alpha Picks portfolio has achieved a return of 114% compared to the S&P 500's 32% since its launch in July 2022. Alpha Picks is a quantamental portfolio that selects the 2 best stocks from Seeking Alpha's Quant Strong Buys on a monthly basis.

Letting Winners Run - Steven Cress On Alpha Picks' Outperformance

Microsoft and OpenAI have been getting all the attention lately, but Google should not be forgotten.

Alphabet Stock: The Gift That Keeps on Giving -- Or Is It?

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Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META ) surprised the stock market recently by announcing it would pay its first-ever quarterly dividend. The owner of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp said the payout will be 50 cents per share, or $2 per share on an annual basis.

Follow META's Lead? 3 Tech Stocks That Should Also Debut Dividends

Google is tweaking its strategy for its 'Other Bets' which could be good news for GOOGLE stock.

What The Future Holds For Google's 'Other Bets'

Alphabet (Google)'s stock (NASDAQ NDAQ : GOOG) has gained around 66% since the start of 2023 as compared to the 29% rise in the S&P500 index over the same period. That said, at its current price of $147, the stock is trading 9% below its fair value of $162 – Trefis' estimate for Google's valuation.

Beating S&P 500 By 37% Since The Start Of 2023, Where Is Alphabet Stock Headed?

Another day brings another salvo in the artificial-intelligence wars. No sooner had Alphabet introduced an upgrade to its AI model, than OpenAI struck back with a new video-generation tool and was reported to be taking aim at the search-engine market.

OpenAI Takes on Google, Meta with New AI Products, and Other Tech News Today

Meta's blowout earnings resulted in a 20% increase in stock value, generating a record-breaking market cap gain of $197 billion. Meta's announcement of a dividend, along with strong earnings and increased buybacks, contributed to the stock's significant gain. Goldman Sachs predicts that Alphabet and Amazon are the most likely tech giants to start paying dividends in the near future.

The Next 2 Tech Giants To Potentially Start Paying Dividends

Google and YouTube parent company Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG , NASDAQ: GOOGL ) had a rough start when it entered into the artificial intelligence chatbot wars with Bard. Today, however, the GOOG stock outlook looks great, as Alphabet has a new AI chatbot with a subscription plan.

Insider Insights: Alphabet CEO Sells GOOG Stock. Panic or Pounce?

The State of A.I., and Will Perplexity Beat Google or Destroy the Web?

Alphabet, the parent company of Google, experienced a decline in its shares Thursday (Feb. 15) following a report that OpenAI, the owner of ChatGPT, is developing a web search product that would directly compete with Google.

Alphabet Shares Fall Amid Concerns That OpenAI May Compete in Search

One week after its rebrand as “Gemini,” Google's artificial intelligence tool received a new update dubbed “Gemini 1.5.” “Gemini 1.5 delivers dramatically enhanced performance,” Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, wrote in a company blog post Thursday (Feb. 15).

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