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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.

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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.

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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 U.S. Department of Justice will make its final argument on Monday that Google illegally dominated online advertising technology, seeking a second antitrust win against the company.

Google's US antitrust trial over online ad empire draws to a close

Google and the US government will face off in a federal court on Monday, as each side delivers its closing arguments in a case revolving around the technology giant's alleged unfair domination of online advertising.

Closing arguments coming in US-Google antitrust trial on ad tech

Alphabet's wide moat, driven by Google Search, YouTube, and Google Cloud, supports its strong economic position and future growth potential despite market volatility. GOOGL's valuation appears attractive, with a 20% upside based on a DCF model and about 13% undervaluation compared to five-year averages. DOJ's proposed remedies introduce high uncertainty, potentially impacting Google Search revenues and market share, warranting a cautious investment approach.

Google: How To Profit In Different Scenarios, Even With Some Of The DOJ Proposals Passing

Investor excitement for artificial intelligence (AI) might be overhyped today. The stock market can at times seem like a manic-depressive being, exaggerating any positive or negative developments with rapid share price swings.

Generative AI Revenue on Track to 10X by 2030: 1 AI Stock That Will Benefit (Hint: It's Not Nvidia)

Better Internet Stock: Alphabet vs. Meta Platforms

Google investors were hit last week as the market reacted negatively to the DoJ's "radical and sweeping" proposals to unwind Google's dominance. Google's core business remains robust, driven by growth in Google Cloud, YouTube monetization, and Generative AI integration. Google's valuation is not excessive, suggesting that pessimism is already priced into the stock.

Google: Buying Opportunity Knocking On The Front Door

Welcome back to Week in Review. This week, we're exploring the DOJ telling Google to sell off Chrome to break up its monopoly, OpenAI accidentally deleting potential evidence in The New York Times' copyright lawsuit against it, and how AI companies are using TikTok brainrot for study tools.

DOJ tells Google to sell Chrome

Google's current share price presents a solid investment opportunity, as they are trading at a substantial discount to peers. The DOJ's claims against Chrome are weak; Chrome's market dominance doesn't equate to monopolistic behavior, and banning default search engine payments could potentially benefit Google's margins. OpenAI's potential browser launch poses a risk, but Google's resilience and brand loyalty offer confidence in defending its competitive position.

Alphabet: DOJ Decisions, OpenAI Threats, And Long-Term Growth

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US antitrust lawyers are calling on a judge to force the sale of Google's Chrome browser to limit the company's market clout in a move that would shake up the internet giant.

What forcing Google to sell Chrome could mean

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Target

Here are some of the major companies whose stocks moved on the week's news.

The Score: Target, Super Micro Computer, Alphabet and More Stocks That Defined the Week

The DoJ's allegations against Alphabet's Chrome monopoly are weak; users prefer Google services by choice, not compulsion, and Alphabet's legal team is well-prepared. Alphabet's growth remains strong, with Q3 revenues up 15% and Cloud revenues up 35%, showing significant potential for future profitability. Subscriptions like YouTube Music and Premium are growing, providing stable, high-quality revenue streams that enhance Alphabet's financial stability.

Google: The DoJ Gave Me An Early Christmas Present

Despite regulatory risks and a potential Chrome divestiture, Google's valuation remains attractive due to strong earnings growth and a forward P/E ratio of 19.5x. The DoJ's proposal to split-off Chrome and possibly affect Android poses risks, but the ecosystem's core services like Search and YouTube should remain resilient. Google's conservative fair price is estimated at $181.9, with conservative assumptions, offering a reasonable margin of safety and potential for long-term growth.

Navigating Risks: Why I'm Still Bullish On Google Stock

NVIDIA

US equity benchmarks rose on Friday as investors' sentiments were boosted by positive economic data from the world's biggest economy.  At the time of writing, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.8%, while the S&P 500 index gained 0.3%.

Dow Jones, S&P 500 rise on strong US manufacturing data; Gap jumps 15%, while Alphabet and NVIDIA slide

The Department of Justice wants Alphabet to spin off the Chrome browser, but that may help Alphabet's stock in the long run.

Chrome, the Department of Justice, and Why Alphabet Stock Dropped

The history of the search landscape is a journey of technological innovation, evolving user behavior and competitive dynamics. And, if the U.S. Department of Justice's (DOJ) call late Wednesday night (Nov.

Making Sense of the Search Landscape in Light of Google's Antitrust Woes

Apple and Google aren't giving consumers a genuine choice of mobile web browsers, a British watchdog said Friday in a report that recommends they face an investigation under new U.K. digital rules taking effect next year.

Apple and Google face UK investigation into mobile browser dominance

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Apple and Google may face a formal investigation into their mobile ecosystem policies in the United Kingdom after a provisional study found that these policies are “holding back innovation.” Following an investigation launched in 2022, an independent inquiry group of the U.K.

UK's CMA Says Apple and Google Policies ‘Hold Back Innovation'

A poll of Benzinga readers found that they don't believe Alphabet Inc GOOG GOOGL should be broken up. This comes as the Department of Justice (DOJ) suggested divesting the Chrome browser to break a search monopoly.

DOJ Targets Google Chrome, Poll Shows 64% Oppose Alphabet Breakup: YouTube Seen As Top Prize

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is presently demanding that Google sell Chrome, the world's most popular internet browser.

The DOJ Demands That Google Cease Innovating

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has raised significant concerns about how Apple and Google control mobile web browsers. A press release from the CMA's independent inquiry group suggests that this duopoly is stifling competition and innovation in the UK's mobile ecosystems.

Apple and Google might face UK competition probe over mobile browser dominance

The U.K.'s Competition and Markets Authority said its experts recommended investigating Apple and Google's dominance in smartphones under the country's new digital competition rules, alleging the tech giants can manipulate users into choosing their own apps and services over rivals'.

U.K. Competition Watchdog Recommends Investigating Apple, Google Mobile Ecosystems

The U.K.'s Competition and Markets Authority issued a report Friday from its independent inquiry group recommending the watchdog investigates Apple and Google's activities in mobile ecosystems. The inquiry group recommended the CMA probes the U.S. tech giants under a new U.K. law known as the new Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act (DMCC).

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