Alphabet Q1 2025: AI Fuels Growth Across Google Ecosystem

Alphabet’s Q1 was powered by strong growth in Search, Cloud, and YouTube, with AI at the core. Gemini 2.5 launched, boosting products like Search, Pixel, and Workspace. Cloud saw major AI adoption and agent innovations. YouTube hit 20 years and 1B+ podcast users, while Waymo expanded rapidly. AI-driven momentum continues ahead of major 2025 events.

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DeepSeek in Hot Water Over Data Privacy in South Korea

South Korea’s data watchdog says Chinese AI startup DeepSeek transferred user data and AI prompts overseas without permission during its January app launch. Downloads were halted in February, and officials now demand DeepSeek delete the data and set legal safeguards. DeepSeek claims it stopped the transfers in April to improve user experience, sparking ongoing privacy concerns

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AI Startups Are on Fire: $36M Raised for Smarter Tools and Tech

April was a big month for AI startups—Qevlar, HoneyHive, Solve Intelligence, and Delos pulled in a combined $36 million in funding. From cybersecurity and patent automation to testing AI agents and boosting office productivity, these companies are building tools that could shape how we work and innovate in the AI space.

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