Alphabet

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.

YouTube

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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Internet giant Google said Friday it was suing the US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau over the agency's decision to order federal supervision of Google Pay, the company's payment arm.

Google sues CFPB

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) ordered federal supervision of Google on Friday (Dec. 6) after a contested designation. The regulator published an order establishing supervisory authority over Google Payment Corp., saying that this is its second supervisory designation order in a contested matter, according to a Friday press release.

Google Sues CFPB, Calling Supervisory Designation Order ‘Government Overreach'

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau published an order on Friday establishing supervisory authority over Google Payment Corp., the regulatory agency said in a statement.

US regulator places Google Payment Corp under supervision

What Happened: Fourteen Silicon Valley savvy ex-Google employees with an artificial intelligence-first mindset are leading some of the most cutting-edge startups. Together, these startups boast a jaw-dropping valuation of $71.61 billion, according to research by writerbuddy.ai.

Google Mafia Dominates Tech's New AI Frontier As Alphabet Alumni Raise $15B

Finding undervalued artificial intelligence (AI) stocks isn't easy. There is a lot of fluff in this space, as investors are excited about how game-changing this technology can be.

This Billionaire Just Took a Huge Stake in an Undervalued Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock

Alphabet's stock is undervalued with the lowest valuation multiples among mega-caps, despite strong fundamentals and impressive future prospects, warranting a Strong Buy rating. Q3 2024 results showed Alphabet's revenue at $88.3 billion and EPS at $2.12, beating expectations and demonstrating 15% sales growth and a 37% earnings increase. Alphabet's diversified business model, including strong performance in core search, Cloud, and YouTube, ensures continued growth and margin expansion, making it an attractive investment.

Google: Still The Best Tech Mega-Cap Stock Entering 2025

Lyft

Uber

Legacy ride-hailing services Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE:UBER, ETR:UT8) and LYFT Inc fell sharply on Thursday on news the fully autonomous ride-hailing disruptor Waymo is expanding its fleet to new areas. Waymo, which is owned by Google parent Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG), announced the plans to expand its autonomous ride-hailing service, Waymo One, to Miami, with operations set to begin in 2026.

Uber, Lyft fall sharpy as fully autonomous ride hailer Waymo extends reach

Google said it is bringing its Waymo self-driving taxis to Miami, news that sent shares of Uber Technologies (UBER) and Lyft (LYFT) sharply lower as investors weighed the risk to their services.

Uber and Lyft Stocks Plunge As Google's Waymo Brings Driverless Taxis to Miami

Self-driving cars are slowly becoming less dystopian and more real-world as companies like Waymo, the driverless arm of Google parent Alphabet, expand into more cities. Now, Waymo is adding Miami to its roster, first bringing its fleet of all-electric Jaguar I-Paces to roads there in early 2025 before eventually opening up to passengers in 2026. Riders will be able to access the robotaxi service via the Waymo One app, which is currently up and running in cities including San Francisco, Phoenix and Los Angeles.

Waymo Is Expanding to Miami: Everything to Know About the Growing Robotaxi Service

The European Union's new competition chief, Teresa Ribera, reportedly said that a breakup of Google is still a possibility. Ribera said that divestments can keep Big Tech companies from gaining too much market power and that she aims to build on the “legacy” of her predecessor, Margrethe Vestager, who favored divestments, Bloomberg reported Thursday.

New EU Competition Chief Aims to Continue Effort to Break Up Google

Alphabet's Waymo said on Thursday it will expand its autonomous ride-hailing services to Miami, Florida, adding another city to its operations as it seeks to gain an edge in an increasingly competitive market.

Alphabet's Waymo to expand ride-hailing services to Miami

Alphabet-owned Waymo said it will expand its fleet into Miami next year with plans to open up paid rides to local users by 2026. The expansion into Miami is indicative of Waymo's growing confidence in operating its self-driving vehicles in harsher weather conditions in large metropolitan areas in the U.S.

Waymo to expand to Miami, aims to launch robotaxi service there in 2026

Waymo is partnering with Moove, an African mobility fintech that offers vehicle financing to gig workers, to handle fleet management operations for its robotaxi service in Phoenix and, soon, Miami.

Waymo outsources fleet operations to African fintech Moove in Phoenix and Miami

Citigroup

Microsoft

Even with stocks near record highs, Oakmark's Bill Nygren sees bargains, including GM, Alphabet, and Citi.

Alphabet, Citi and 3 More Stock Picks From a Star Value Manager.

NVIDIA

Workday

Artificial intelligence (AI) was a huge theme in the market during 2024, with several stocks becoming big winners from the emerging technology. AI technology still appears to be very much in its early days and there is mounting evidence that AI will continue to be a powerful growth driver in the years ahead.

Got $3,000? 3 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Long Term

Google DeepMind has introduced GenCast, an artificial intelligence (AI) model that surpasses traditional methods in forecasting weather up to 15 days in advance and excels in predicting extreme events. GenCast employs a probabilistic approach, generating multiple scenarios to accurately project trends such as wind power production and tropical cyclone trajectories.

Google DeepMind AI model excels at predicting the weather

Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai fired back at claims it should be further along in the AI arms race made in March by Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. Pichai said he'd love to do a "side-by-side comparison of Microsoft's own models and our models any day, any time.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai says he'd love to do side-by-side comparison with Microsoft's AI models

Palantir Technologies

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing

The AI sector has seen incredible growth this year, with investors looking to put their capital to work in some of the top high-growth names in the market before the Trump Administration rolls into power and makes the regulatory environment much more attractive for companies operating in sectors with some regulatory overhang.

AI Stocks Set to Surge: 3 Top Buys in December

Apple

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There are a few solid reasons to believe that Chrome divestiture risks are exaggerated. Google's core business, driven by AI advancements, shows impressive revenue and operating income growth, with significant contributions from Google Cloud. The company's strong financial position, low leverage, and attractive valuation further support the bullish outlook.

Google: Chrome Divestiture Selloff Was A Gift For Investors

GenCast, from the company's DeepMind division, outperformed the world's best predictions of deadly storms as well as everyday weather.

Google Introduces A.I. Agent That Aces 15-Day Weather Forecasts

Google Cloud said on Wednesday it had partnered with Air France-KLM to deploy generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology on the airline group's data.

Google Cloud partners with Air France-KLM on AI technology

Australia's competition watchdog said there was a need to revisit efforts to ensure greater choice for internet users, citing Google's dominant search engine market share and its competitors' failure to capitalise on the artificial intelligence boom.

Australia urges greater internet user choice amid Google dominance, genAI

In the coming weeks, I plan on upping Google's weighting in my portfolio by another 15% to 20%. The tech juggernaut posted an impressive double beat in the third quarter. Google possesses an AA+ credit rating from S&P on a stable outlook.

Google: Buying More Of This Future Dividend Grower Now

The tech giant, which has defended the deal to employees who oppose supplying Israel's military with technology, feared the project might damage its reputation.

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