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Alphabet appears in 28 stories we have published between August 2026 and November 2026, mostly in our Technology and Business coverage. It is most often reported alongside Google, Amazon and Meta.
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PC gaming hit by soaring hardware costs as AI demand and U.S. elections rattle tech stocks
PC gaming in 2026 is grappling with record hardware costs as AI-driven demand for memory components sends RAM and GPU prices soaring. Meanwhile, U.S. midterm election results and growing regulatory opposition to data centers triggered a historic tech stock sell-off, raising new challenges for the AI infrastructure sector.
7 November 2026
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PC gaming hit by soaring hardware costs as AI demand and U.S. elections rattle tech stocks
AI-driven hardware shortages and U.S. midterm election results trigger a historic tech stock sell-off, raising concerns for PC gamers and data center expansion.
Google offers voluntary exits in five new countries—excluding AI and cloud teams
Google extends voluntary exit packages to Canada, France, Germany, Japan and Switzerland.
OpenAI proposes AI-focused economic policies after midterm data center backlash
OpenAI proposes worker protections, AI safety standards, and data center rules after U.S.
Trump administration rebrands AI as "Super Intelligence" in loyalty test
The U.S. government has rebranded artificial intelligence as "Super Intelligence" under an executive order, turning terminology into a political loyalty test…
Google to invest $15B in Malaysia for data centres and cloud infrastructure
Google will spend $15 billion in Malaysia over 2027-2028 to expand data centres, cloud operations, and infrastructure, creating jobs and boosting the economy.
Alphabet sells €6bn in bonds as AI spending spooks markets
Alphabet’s €6bn bond sale draws strong demand despite recent volatility over AI spending. The proceeds will fund corporate purposes, including debt repayment.
Google makes AI tools opt-in for K-12 schools, ties access to Search
Google will disable Gemini and Search for K-12 students by default, forcing schools to opt in. Schools blocking AI lose Google Search.
Big Tech cuts share buybacks 83% to fund $557B AI spending in 2026
Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, and Oracle reduced share buybacks by 83% in 2026, prioritizing AI infrastructure spending over shareholder returns.
Warren Buffett’s soda habit revealed as Berkshire invests $330M in Bending Spoons
Bill Ackman reveals Buffett’s 48-year streak of no water, while Berkshire Hathaway hits record highs after investing $330M in Bending Spoons and resuming…
Binance hit by $6.3 billion crypto hack, GLP-1 drugs linked to eating disorders
MIT Technology Review covers Binance’s $6.3B crypto hack, GLP-1 weight-loss drugs worsening eating disorders, and Nvidia CEO targeted by alleged Chinese spy.
Microsoft warns AI cyber threats are now mainstream, UK most targeted in Europe
Microsoft’s UK Security Head says AI-driven cyberattacks are a real threat, with the UK facing 76 nation-state incidents in a year.
Jio Platforms lists at $107 billion valuation, overtakes Bharti Airtel as top telecom firm
Jio Platforms debuted on the Bombay Stock Exchange at a $107 billion valuation, listing at a 21% premium over its IPO issue price.
Google expands AI-powered Search ads globally as core ad growth slows
Google is rolling out AI-powered Search ads globally to counter slowing growth in its core advertising business.
OpenAI plans to buy AI chips from Google
OpenAI is reportedly in talks to purchase AI computing chips from Google, aiming to expand its infrastructure and reduce dependence on Nvidia ahead of its own…
Startups and Amazon develop quieter drones to address noise complaints
Startups like Greenjets and Sharrow Engineering, alongside Amazon, are innovating to reduce drone noise by up to two thirds as delivery services expand…
Why USB port colors vary: No standard behind orange, blue connectors
Orange and blue USB ports lack universal standardization, with manufacturers using colors to indicate features like enhanced charging or USB 3.0 speeds—but…
Microsoft, Alphabet, Goldman Sachs among 22 companies opposing OKXICE stock tokenization
22 publicly traded companies, including Microsoft and Goldman Sachs, object to OKXICE’s plans to tokenize their stocks under an SEC exemption, citing…
CERT-EU urges organisations to take unpatched PHP sites offline over critical vulnerabilities
CERT-EU has advised organisations to take unpatched PHP websites offline due to two critical vulnerabilities, CVE-2026-109618 and CVE-2026-109619, with patches…
Self-Driving Trucks Clear Regulatory Hurdle as Waymo Secures $5B in Debt Financing
Aurora Innovation and Kodiak AI receive a five-year federal exemption for cab-mounted warning beacons.
OpenAI disrupts disinformation ops, engineer arrested for alleged espionage, and AI industry shifts
OpenAI disrupted Russian and Iranian disinformation campaigns, arrested an engineer for alleged espionage, and reported an $18B revenue shortfall.
Google launches Googlebook OS, Fitbit Edge, and AI-powered tools
Google launched Googlebook OS with ARM and Intel support, the Fitbit Edge tracker, Playground for AI game creation, and SynthID Detector for AI media…
Meta’s $4B tax credit for AI data centers under scrutiny
Meta reduced its 2025 tax bill by nearly $4B using research tax credits for AI data centers, raising compliance questions and IRS scrutiny.
BAG Ventures Raises $11.3 Million to Back Early-Stage Enterprise AI Startups
Former Google executives raise $11.3 million to invest in early-stage AI startups focused on enterprise needs like infrastructure, security, and vertical SaaS.
Bank of England Governor: AI Regulation Is Not the Starting Point
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey argues for prioritizing AI testing and safeguards over regulation, as global debates intensify over AI risks and development.
Meta’s Muse AI sparks privacy concerns amid Trump’s AI rebranding push
Meta’s Muse AI assistant faces scrutiny over unauthorized message access, while Trump’s "super intelligence" rebranding sparks domain speculation and conspiracy theories.
UK Regulator Pushes Google to Open Choice Screens to AI Assistants
The CMA proposes rules requiring Google to include AI assistants in Android and Chrome choice screens for UK users, with annual prompts and publisher attribution requirements.
Waymo Expands Robotaxi Service to Teens as Young as 13 in Nashville
Waymo is now allowing teenagers aged 13+ to use its robotaxi service in Nashville, marking a new phase in its expansion strategy and ridership growth.
Google Search Expands Test Prep Features for Students
In 2026, Google Search expands its test prep features, offering students worldwide access to customized practice quizzes and study tools. Learn more about the new learning features.