
Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOGL) has long been regarded as a tech juggernaut, anchored by its dominance in search, advertising, and YouTube. But behind the scenes, the company has been investing heavily in moonshot ventures through its Other Bets segment, with Waymo, its autonomous driving unit, arguably the crown jewel.
And yet, as we move deeper into 2025, the spotlight on Waymo and the scrutiny grows brighter. While progress continues, challenges are intensifying.