NASDAQ:GOOG 12 January 2026 - 4 February 2026

Google looks to Wall Street as it spends $85 billion on AI
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Google looks to Wall Street as it spends $85 billion on AI

Alphabet set terms for an $84.75 billion equity offering, including a $10 billion private deal with Berkshire Hathaway, to fund AI infrastructure. The company plans $180–190 billion in capital spending for 2026. Class A and C shares fell 0.9% after the announcement. Larry Page’s unrelated legal fight over two U.S. Virgin Islands properties is returning to court after failed mediation.
June 7, 2026
Google’s February 2026 Pixel update is rolling out — and it fixes just one security flaw
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Google’s February 2026 Pixel update is rolling out — and it fixes just one security flaw

Google released the February 2026 Android 16 update for Pixel 7a and newer devices, addressing only a high-severity VPU driver vulnerability, CVE-2026-0106. The patch, under 25 MB, brings no new features or bug fixes. Pixel 6 and 7 models are not included in this rollout. Build numbers and release timing vary by carrier and region.
February 4, 2026
Waymo’s $16 Billion Cash Haul Pushes Valuation to $126 Billion — Here’s What Changes Now
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Waymo’s $16 Billion Cash Haul Pushes Valuation to $126 Billion — Here’s What Changes Now

Waymo raised $16 billion in new funding, lifting its valuation to $126 billion. Dragoneer, DST Global, and Sequoia led the round, with Alphabet staying as majority owner. Waymo says it logged 15 million trips in 2025 and now operates over 400,000 weekly rides across six U.S. metro areas. The company plans to expand its robotaxi fleet into at least 20 more cities in 2026.
February 3, 2026
Google’s NotebookLM adds Video Overviews on Android and iOS — turning your sources into AI videos
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Google’s NotebookLM adds Video Overviews on Android and iOS — turning your sources into AI videos

Google has begun rolling out Video Overviews to NotebookLM’s Android and iOS apps, allowing users to generate AI-narrated slide videos from their own documents, according to multiple tech sites. Some users report the feature is not yet available on all devices. The update also adds new controls for infographics and slides, and introduces an “Ultra” plan with higher content limits. Google warns the videos may contain errors or glitches.
February 1, 2026
DeepMind puts AlphaGenome code on GitHub as new AI model reads a million DNA letters at once
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DeepMind puts AlphaGenome code on GitHub as new AI model reads a million DNA letters at once

Google DeepMind released the AlphaGenome API code as open source on Wednesday, but access to the model still requires an API key. Nearly 3,000 scientists have used AlphaGenome, generating about 1 million API calls daily. The model analyzes up to 1 million DNA bases at once and predicts multiple gene-regulation signals, according to a Nature paper.
January 28, 2026
Google leak reveals “Aluminium OS” — Android desktop for PCs caught on video
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Google leak reveals “Aluminium OS” — Android desktop for PCs caught on video

Google briefly published screen recordings of “Aluminium OS,” an Android-based desktop interface, running on a Chromebook before restricting access to the footage. The videos showed window controls and a Chrome extensions button, suggesting a PC-style Android build. Tech sites say the leak offers the clearest look yet at Google’s Android-for-PC project. Google has not announced launch details or device compatibility.
January 28, 2026
Technology News 27.01.2026
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Technology News 27.01.2026

Pinterest will cut about 700 jobs, nearly 15% of its staff, as it shifts resources toward AI-focused roles and products. OpenAI VP and CISO Matt Knight resigned after five years, highlighting the launch of Aardvark and the company’s expanded security program. SpaceX opposes BEAD broadband grants tied to subscriber milestones, seeking more flexible Starlink funding. Gemini 3 Flash now supports agentic vision with code execution for visual reasoning.
January 27, 2026
Doomscrolling in 2026? Minimalist Android apps and digital detox tips are back
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Doomscrolling in 2026? Minimalist Android apps and digital detox tips are back

Two new guides this week are promoting simpler phones and curated apps to combat digital fatigue and “doomscrolling.” In China, unplugging groups on Douban have reached nearly 40,000 members as young people test analog routines. A Columbia study found “addictive use,” not just screen time, links more closely to mental health. Writers now focus on triggers and patterns, not hours online.
January 26, 2026
Technology News 26.01.2026
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Technology News 26.01.2026

SpaceX’s Falcon 9 launch from Vandenberg Sunday morning triggered loud sonic booms across California’s Central Coast as it carried 25 Starlink satellites. BraX Technologies announced the open_slate, a privacy-focused 12-inch tablet running de-Googled Android and Ubuntu, with crowdfunding set for February and shipping in August. Owlchemy Labs’ Job Simulator surpassed 6 million installs, boosted by bundles and VR platform expansions.
January 26, 2026
Sergey Brin says Google hires “tons” without degrees as AI shakes Silicon Valley hiring
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Sergey Brin says Google hires “tons” without degrees as AI shakes Silicon Valley hiring

Google co-founder Sergey Brin said the company has hired “tons” of employees without bachelor’s degrees, reflecting a drop in degree requirements from 93% of job listings in 2017 to 77% in 2022, according to Burning Glass. Tech firms including Microsoft and Apple are also moving away from mandatory degrees. Brin urged students not to abandon computer science despite AI advances. JPMorgan and Palantir executives echoed doubts about traditional credentials.
January 20, 2026
Google’s “high-friction” Android sideloading update is coming — here’s what changes
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Google’s “high-friction” Android sideloading update is coming — here’s what changes

Google will require extra steps for sideloading apps on Android, calling it an “Accountability Layer” rather than a ban. New Play Store text strings show an “Install without verifying” option with added warnings and online checks. The rollout is expected to start later this year in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand, according to Android Authority. The change also affects Google TV and Android TV devices.
January 20, 2026
Google Gemini AI gets “Personal Intelligence” — and your Gmail and Photos are in play (if you opt in)
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Google Gemini AI gets “Personal Intelligence” — and your Gmail and Photos are in play (if you opt in)

Google began rolling out a beta “Personal Intelligence” feature for its Gemini app, linking Gmail, Photos, Search, and YouTube history to customize responses for U.S. AI Pro and Ultra subscribers. The feature is off by default. Google says some processed data may be reviewed by humans and used to improve services, depending on user settings. Wider availability is planned.
January 15, 2026
Google Wallet adds full transaction history and search on Android: what the January 2026 update changes
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Google Wallet adds full transaction history and search on Android: what the January 2026 update changes

Google Wallet will soon let users view and search their complete payment history across Android phones and Wear OS watches, according to Google’s January 2026 update notes. The upgrade includes transactions from other devices and online purchases made with virtual card numbers. A search function is also in development for the mobile app. Google has not specified when these features will roll out.
January 15, 2026
Google upgrades Veo 3.1 to make vertical AI video easier, with “Ingredients to Video” landing in YouTube Shorts
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Google upgrades Veo 3.1 to make vertical AI video easier, with “Ingredients to Video” landing in YouTube Shorts

Google’s Veo 3.1 now generates native 9:16 vertical videos from reference images, targeting YouTube Shorts and the YouTube Create app. The “Ingredients to Video” tool offers improved motion and consistency for characters, objects, and backgrounds. Google is adding 1080p and 4K upscaling in select pro workflows, including Flow and Google Cloud tools.
January 14, 2026
Google Pixel January 2026 Update Rolling Out on Android 16: Big Pixel 10 GPU Fixes, Battery Drain Patch, and Critical Security Updates
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Google Pixel January 2026 Update Rolling Out on Android 16: Big Pixel 10 GPU Fixes, Battery Drain Patch, and Critical Security Updates

Google’s January 2026 Pixel update is rolling out with GPU performance improvements for the Pixel 10 series and battery drain fixes for Pixel 8 and newer models. The update includes the 2026-01-05 security patch. Devices from Pixel 7a to Pixel 10, including Pixel Fold and Tablet, are receiving the update. Region-specific builds are available depending on carrier and location.
January 14, 2026
Google Photos could soon add Backup Schedule and Playback Speed controls in a new Expressive UI update (Jan 13, 2026)
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Google Photos could soon add Backup Schedule and Playback Speed controls in a new Expressive UI update (Jan 13, 2026)

Google Photos is testing new features including a Backup schedule setting, video playback speed controls, and an option to hide date separators in the photo grid, according to code found in version 7.58. Multiple tech outlets report these changes, but Google has not officially announced them. The updates were discovered through APK teardown and are not yet live.
January 13, 2026
January 2026 Google System Update rolls out: Play services 26.01 brings cross‑device Wallet history, plus Play Store 49.7 and WebView 144 fixes
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January 2026 Google System Update rolls out: Play services 26.01 brings cross‑device Wallet history, plus Play Store 49.7 and WebView 144 fixes

Google’s January 2026 Google System updates are rolling out to Android devices, Wear OS, TV, Auto, and ChromeOS. Users can now view Google Wallet transaction history across devices, including online purchases with virtual card numbers. The Play Store adds a new reward choice option. Android WebView receives security and privacy fixes.
January 13, 2026
Apple’s New Siri Could Debut in iOS 26.4 Beta as Google Gemini Deal Lifts Alphabet Toward $4 Trillion and Squeezes Microsoft Copilot
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Apple’s New Siri Could Debut in iOS 26.4 Beta as Google Gemini Deal Lifts Alphabet Toward $4 Trillion and Squeezes Microsoft Copilot

Apple confirmed it will base its next-generation AI, including a revamped Siri, on Google’s Gemini models under a new multi-year partnership. Alphabet shares surged past a $4 trillion valuation on the news. Apple says the new Siri will launch this year, with privacy standards maintained. Microsoft’s Copilot faces new competition as Google’s AI expands to iPhones.
January 13, 2026
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