
Alphabet Inc. has reached a record high in its stock price, driven by significant advancements in artificial intelligence and quantum computing. The company launched two major innovations: the Gemini 2.0 Flash model, a next-generation AI model with multimodal input and output capabilities, and Willow, a state-of-the-art quantum computing chip capable of solving complex problems in five minutes. Gemini 2.0 also achieved a 70% benchmark score on code editing tasks. These developments have bolstered investor confidence, with Alphabet's stock experiencing its best two-day run in a decade, climbing 5.5% and nearing the $200 mark in after-hours trading. Analysts highlight Alphabet's leadership in AI services, with Goldman Sachs maintaining a 'Buy' rating and setting a $210 price target. Additionally, President-elect Donald Trump selected Andrew Ferguson as the new FTC Chair, a move that further contributed to Alphabet's stock surge. The advancements in AI and quantum computing have also contributed to a broader rally in tech stocks, pushing the Nasdaq to new highs.












Google is now $2 away from $200 in after hours trading. https://t.co/bp2dr7z9Qd
Alphabet shares reach record high, up 5.5% https://t.co/GvwP6B2UWg
On Dec. 10, President-elect Donald Trump selected Andrew Ferguson, an FTC commissioner, to replace Lina Khan as the head of the Federal Trade Commission. https://t.co/ag2ibgIXPD