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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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The company settled a lawsuit brought by Singular Computing back in 2017. The complaint alleged that Google integrated patented technology into its AI-focused Tensor Processing Units (TPU).

Why Alphabet Stock Rallied Thursday Morning

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The Federal Trade Commission has begun an inquiry into investments and partnerships in the generative artificial intelligence sector. The regulator has ordered Google parent company Alphabet, Amazon, Anthropic, Microsoft and OpenAI to provide information about these activities as it investigates the impact these relationships may have on the competitive landscape, the FTC said in a Thursday (Jan. 25) press release.

FTC Investigates Generative AI Partnerships' Impact on Competition

Months after investing in Hugging Face, Google has launched a partnership with the artificial intelligence (AI) firm. The collaboration will let developers use Google Cloud infrastructure for all Hugging Face services, while also allowing for the training of Hugging Face AI models on Google Cloud, the companies announced in a news release Thursday (Jan. 25).

Google Cloud, Hugging Face Partner on AI Development

Google parent Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG) is riding high in anticipation of next week's annual earnings call. So high, in fact, that the search giant's stock price is at an all-time high, thanks to what Bank of America analysts dubbed an “AI wake-up call” in 2023.

Can Google parent Alphabet deliver an AI-powered surprise?

The Federal Trade Commission voted unanimously Thursday to open an investigation into the deals forged by tech giants and swiftly growing generative AI companies, including Microsoft, OpenAI, Amazon, Alphabet and Anthropic PBC.

FTC Investigating AI Deals And Investments With Big Tech Firms, Including Microsoft, Amazon And Alphabet

FTC will examine what rights the tech giants' investments in AI companies have conferred and if those deals harm competition

US launches inquiry into AI deals by Microsoft, OpenAI, Google and Amazon

It has issued orders to five companies seeking information about recent AI investments and partnerships.

FTC Launches Probe of Microsoft, Alphabet, and Amazon's AI Investments

The Federal Trade Commission said Thursday it will look closely at the generative-artificial-intelligence investments and partnerships of Alphabet Inc. GOOGL, +1.82% GOOG, +1.88%, Amazon.com, Inc. AMZN, +0.38%, Anthropic PBC, Microsoft Corp. MSFT, +0.54% and OpenAI Inc.

Alphabet, Amazon and Microsoft face FTC probe into AI ‘investments and partnerships'

FTC Chair Lina Khan said on Thursday that her agency is looking int AI deals among the biggest players developing and using the technology.

FTC launches AI inquiry into Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft, looking at 'investments and partnerships'

The agency plans to scrutinize Microsoft, Amazon and Google for their investments in the A.I. start-ups OpenAI and Anthropic.

Microsoft, Amazon and Google Face F.T.C. Inquiry Over A.I.

Shares of Google parent Alphabet Inc. are tracking toward an all-time high on Thursday, days before the company is expected to announce strong quarterly results.

Alphabet shares are nearing an all-time high

Google parent company Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) is set to announce fourth-quarter earnings on Tuesday, with investors looking for Google Cloud revenue growth and any details on the company's artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives.

What You Need To Know Ahead of Google-Parent Alphabet's Earnings on Tuesday

When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?

Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) Is Considered a Good Investment by Brokers: Is That True?

Agnico Eagle Mines

Alamos Gold

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Arcos Dorados Hlds

Alexandria Real Estate Equities

Academy Sports and Outdoors

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MoneyShow presents top investment ideas for 2024 from their contributors. This year's edition presents a broad mix of conservative income stocks, more speculative but potentially more rewarding growth stocks, as well as ETF recommendations that target commodities, cryptocurrencies, and fixed income. Part 1 of this series includes Academy Sports and Outdoors, Agnico Eagle Mines, Alphabet, Altimmune, and Arista Networks, among others.

MoneyShow's Best Investment Ideas For 2024: Part 1

The cloud computing arm of Alphabet Inc said on Thursday it had formed a partnership with startup Hugging Face to ease artificial intelligence (AI) software development in the company's Google Cloud.

Google Cloud partners with Hugging Face to attract AI developers

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Easing inflation and a few Federal Reserve rate cuts this year could help bolster laggards of the U.S. stock market, especially if the economy avoids a recession, says Craig Sterling, head of equity research, U.S., at Amundi's investment institute.

Why it's time to avoid the Magnificent Seven stocks, says equity strategist

Alphabet's new AI model, Gemini, could open the door to countless growth opportunities in the booming industry. Meanwhile, a projected rise in digital-ad spending in 2024 could mean major gains for Alphabet.

3 Reasons to Buy Alphabet Stock in 2024

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The Federal Reserve is expected to announce lower rates during its March meeting. That March FOMC meeting takes place over a two-day span from March 19th to the 20th.

3 Stocks to Buy Before the Fed Cuts Rates in March

Quantum computing stocks emerged as a booming growth sector at the back-end of last year. Over the past six months, the Defiance Quantum ETF (NYSEARCA: QTUM ), focused on quantum computing, rose by 8%, outperforming the S&P 500's 7% return, highlighting the sector's robust market performance.

The Quantum Leap: 3 Stocks to Buy for the Age of Quantum Computing

Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG), the parent company of search engine titan Google, is repositioning its artillery for the year ahead following what Bank of America dubbed an “AI wake-up call” in 2023. Chief among America's third-largest corporation's arsenal is the development of its suite of ChatGPT-killing (wishfully speaking) Gemini large-language models (LLMs).

Google stock hits record high following ‘AI wake-up call'

The Magnificent Seven stocks really pulled the brakes in the first week of 2024. Fast forward to today (three trading weeks down, less than one to go), and most Magnificent Seven members are flying higher again.

3 Growth Stocks to Sell If the Magnificent 7 Stocks Lose Steam

Following a lengthy investigation, the United States Justice Department is set to file a lawsuit against Apple for potentially breaching antitrust laws.

Why are Apple, Amazon, Google and Meta facing antitrust lawsuits and huge fines? And will it protect consumers?

Google is investing $8 million to support Israeli tech firms and Palestinian businesses, the Alphabet-owned group said on Wednesday, citing the need for small companies to secure financing during the Israel-Hamas war.

Google to help fund Israeli AI firms, Palestinian businesses

Google on Wednesday reached a settlement in a patent infringement lawsuit over chips that power the company's artificial-intelligence technology, according to a filing in Massachusetts federal court.

Google settles AI-related chip patent lawsuit that sought $1.67 bln

Alphabet is easily one of the cheapest stocks in "Big Tech" based on two key valuation metrics. Meanwhile, Amazon has strengthened its long-term outlook by cutting costs and expanding in the AI market.

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