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News Weekly: Alphabet earnings soar, Bard picks up new tricks, and more


A round-up of the biggest Google/Android-related news that stood out this week.

On the earnings call, Chief Investment Officer Ruth Porat hinted at more layoffs and a slower hiring pace in the near future as they continue to focus on "removing layers to simplify execution and drive velocity." Meanwhile, other companies like Meta, Amazon, and Qualcomm also released earnings this week, speaking about the latest developments in their services and the incorporation of AI in their systems. The deal's termination has caused significant challenges, with iRobot's now-former Chairman and CEO, Colin Angle, resigning and 35% of the company's staff being laid off.

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