Alphabet, Google's parent company, is developing a new AI server chip called 'Frozen v2,' expected to launch in 2028. This chip aims to be 6 to 10 times more efficient than current AI chips, improving token generation per power unit. The move reflects a broader industry trend of tech firms creating custom chips to enhance AI model efficiency and reduce reliance on Nvidia. Alphabet's announcement has positively impacted its stock ahead of its upcoming earnings report, signaling investor confidence in its AI investment strategy.
Google DeepMind released new Gemini Flash AI models—3.6 Flash, 3.5 Flash-Lite, and 3.5 Flash Cyber—offering improved coding, efficiency, and cybersecurity features at lower costs. The 3.6 Flash reduces token usage by up to 17%, making it cheaper than...
OpenAI and Anthropic increased their federal lobbying spending to a record $3.17 million in Q2 2026, up 23% from Q1, as they prepare for upcoming IPOs and the midterm elections. Anthropic spent $1.97 million, surpassing Nvidia, while OpenAI spent $1....
Major tech hyperscalers like Meta, Oracle, Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet have accumulated $1.65 trillion in AI-related off-balance-sheet debt, mainly through special purpose vehicles and private credit. This financing approach moves risk away from ...
Alphabet is set to report its Q2 earnings on July 22, drawing attention to leveraged ETFs like Direxion's GGLL (bullish) and GGLS (bearish) that track the stock's daily performance. Despite a 12% gain year-to-date, Alphabet's shares have dipped 3% re...
Alphabet, Google's parent company, is set to report earnings on July 22 amid mixed signals. The stock has gained 11.43% year-to-date and benefits from strong AI advancements and a major $80 billion equity raise involving Berkshire Hathaway. However, ...
