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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.

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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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Tech giant Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG , NASDAQ: GOOGL ) has been building a decent head of steam until hitting a legal roadblock with its antitrust case. Though concerning, given Alphabet's strong recent performance and leadership in search, I see the case as merely a temporary hiccup.

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YouTube shows remarkable growth prospects within the video streaming and short-form content space. YouTube has quietly become one of the most popular entertainment mediums for consumers all around the world. Parent company Google's valuation is attractive relative to peers; however, macroeconomic uncertainty and regulatory issues pose an existential threat to Google's overall dominance.

YouTube's Hidden Value: How Google's Streaming Platform Is Set To Outshine Others

Google will reportedly make a more aggressive push into consumer devices with the upcoming launch of its latest Pixel smartphones. The company signaled this effort by moving up the launch of the phone from October to August, scheduling it before the debut of the next iPhone from its rival, Apple, Bloomberg reported Monday (Aug. 12).

Google Ramps up Smartphone Push With Latest Pixel Devices

Alphabet's Google (GOOGL) will hold its annual Made By Google launch event Tuesday, where it will unveil the next generation of Pixel smartphones, as well as provide updates on how it's integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its devices with Gemini.

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Advanced Micro Devices

Microsoft

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A federal judge in California is giving plaintiffs a chance to file an amended lawsuit after dismissing their antitrust lawsuit against Google. The lawsuit accuses the tech giant of unlawfully dominating web search on smartphones, Reuters reported Monday (Aug. 12).

Judge Says Plaintiffs Can File Amended Antitrust Lawsuit Against Google

Waymo plans to start testing its fully autonomous vehicles with no human safety driver on freeways in the San Francisco Bay Area this week. Its employees will be the first guinea pigs.

Waymo to begin testing driverless robotaxis on San Francisco freeways

Google has announced the rollout of its locally produced Pixel 8 devices in India, nearly 10 months after revealing its domestic manufacturing plans for the devices, and immediately ahead of the expected Pixel 9 unveiling later this week.

Google begins shipping locally made Pixel 8 in India ahead of Pixel 9 launch

Alphabet's Q2 2024 revenue reached $85 billion, a 14% year-over-year increase, driven by growth in Google Cloud and AI integration. Google Cloud revenue surged by 29% YoY to $10.35 billion, marking its first-ever $1 billion in quarterly operating income, with a margin of 11%. GOOG's RSI dropped to 45, nearing oversold territory, with potential resistance at $175 and bullish solid momentum if it approaches $210.

Google's Battle To Maintain Supremacy

A federal judge in California has dismissed a lawsuit accusing Google of unlawfully dominating web search on smartphones, but said the consumers should get another chance after a Washington, D.C. court separately ruled the tech giant spent billions to create an illegal monopoly.

Google wins dismissal of US consumer lawsuit over mobile search

Alphabet's Google is deactivating AdSense accounts in Russia, saying on Monday that it would no longer be able to make payments to users of its advertising service in the country.

Google says it is deactivating Russia-based AdSense accounts

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Apple

Wedbush's Daniel Ives says Apple could surprise the market with the strength of its iPhone sales.

Apple Stock Faces Buffett, Google Headwinds, but Focus on This, Says One Bull

Unmatched scale and network effects support these companies' competitive positions. Besides growing revenue at a solid clip, these are two financially sound enterprises.

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CommVault Systems

Texas Roadhouse

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Pernod Ricard's legal head in India has resigned, said two sources with direct knowledge of the matter, a key departure at a time when the French liquor giant faces many legal and regulatory headaches in the critical Indian market.

Top Pernod India counsel quits for Google amid antitrust, criminal probes, sources say

Waymo robotaxis wait in a rented San Francisco parking lot overnight when no riders are around. NBC Bay Area first reported the autonomous cars sometimes honk for over an hour while they park.

Waymo robotaxis have made their standby parking lot into a honking mess

Google has been found guilty of antitrust violations. The company will likely be unable to maintain exclusive search deals with smartphone makers.

Google Is Ruled a Monopoly. Should Investors Dump Alphabet Stock?

Over the last five years, the so-called "Magnificent Seven" stocks have vastly outperformed the S&P 500. Meta Platforms' excellent revenue growth is fueled by its astounding base of more than 3 billion monthly active users.

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Alphabet paid $18 billion in 2021 to be the default search engine on Apple devices. Alphabet's antitrust defeat is attention-grabbing, but it's too soon to panic.

Should You Buy Alphabet Stock Following Its Antitrust Defeat? 3 Tech Watchers Weigh In.

Even those of us who Google every day—and that's the vast majority of us—can and should applaud this week's federal court ruling holding that the company is maintaining its dominance in internet search through an illegal monopoly. Google search can simultaneously be a very, very useful product (indeed, the judge said it is "widely recognized as the best" general search engine "available in the United States") and one that might not stay in the digital catbird seat if it weren't strong-arming competitors.

Google the word 'monopoly': Federal judge rules against illegal market control for internet searching

Dismal quarterly results have made Intel's stock too expensive for now. AMD is a better value and just posted encouraging earnings.

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One of these stocks has a potentially huge catalyst on the way. Another's relationship with an AI pioneer is arguably its ace in the hole.

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Palo Alto Networks

Wall Street continues to scramble as U.S. stocks are trying to regain their footing following a broader market sell-off sparked by worrisome jobs data and softer quarterly earnings delivered by tech giants.

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Chipotle

Hilton Worldwide Holdings

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