Alphabet Inc: Subsidiaries

Alphabet Inc. is a pseudo-diversified (all-tech) holding-company with subsidiaries in several fields. The focus on tech reduces Alphabets diversification but increases the likelihood businesses can work together. Strategic partnerships are far easier in a holding company, where it is not uncommon for resources to be shared.

For example, If Google Capital had a significant breakthrough in machine learning, not only would their company be successful; but the new machine learning knowledge would improve operations at other Alphabet subsidiaries too.

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List of Alphabet Subsidiaries

Google

Youtube - The popular video service was acquired in 2006, significant source of traffic for Ads. 

Search - Google's search feature was the original website.

Android - Google's mobile operating system was released in the 2008. 

Maps - A similar project to Google Earth, brings traffic Ads.

Apps - Integrate Googles "free" online apps into your business. Apps include Gmail, Google ____ Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Hangouts, Drive, and Vault.

Ads - The most profitable service offered by Google. Ads will be an invaluable resource to Alphabet while they continue growing their network.
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Investment Capital

Google Ventures - Any-stage venture capital firm focused on startups in technology, software, research & development, biotechnology, transportation, cyber security, and agriculture.

​Google Capital - Late-stage venture capital firm in big data, financial tech, and machine learning. 
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Research

Google X - Research and Development operations focusing on artificial intelligence, computational neuroscience, healthcare, and biotechnology.

Jigsaw - Technology incubator analyzing and solving global challenges.

Life Sciences

Verily Life Sciences - Healthcare, biotechnology, and life science.

Calico LLC - Health care and biotechnology.

Technology

Google Fiber - Communications: internet, cable TV, and phone.

Sidewalk Labs - Urban development, infrastructure.  "Build a city from the internet up."

​Nest - Home automation​ software/hardware and integration.

Software

Stackdriver - Cloud computing management services.

​Vevo - Online music streaming service.

VirusTotal - Anti-virus software that analyzes software and URLs for viruses.

​FireBase - Cloud services provider for business developers.



In September of 2016, the number of products Alphabet offers is incomprehensible. 

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