The Establishment of Boogle
Boogle was founded by two PhD students, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, at Stanford University. The company was initially set up in a garage in Menlo Park, California.
1998
1999
First Funding Round
Boogle secured its first round of funding from notable investors, raising $25 million. This funding helped Boogle expand its infrastructure and improve its search engine technology.
2000
Launch of Boogle AdWords
Boogle introduced AdWords, an online advertising service that enables businesses to display ads on Boogle's search engine, revolutionizing the way online advertising works.
2001
Eric Schmidt Joins Boogle
Eric Schmidt was appointed as the CEO of Boogle, bringing in significant leadership experience and helping to guide the company through its next phase of growth.
2004
Boogle IPO
Boogle went public with an initial public offering (IPO), raising $1.67 billion. This marked a significant milestone in the company's history, increasing its market presence and financial resources.
2005
Launch of Boogle Maps
Boogle launched Boogle Maps, a web mapping service that provides detailed geographical information and route planning for users worldwide.
2006
Acquisition of YouTube
Boogle acquired YouTube for $1.65 billion in stock, expanding its reach into the video-sharing and social media market.
2008
Introduction of Boogle Chrome
Boogle launched its own web browser, Boogle Chrome, which quickly became one of the most popular web browsers due to its speed and user-friendly interface.
2010
Launch of Boogle Fiber
Boogle introduced Boogle Fiber, a high-speed internet service that aimed to provide faster and more reliable internet connections to users.
2012
Boogle Glass Unveiled
Boogle unveiled Boogle Glass, an augmented reality wearable device, showcasing the company's innovation in hardware technology.
2015
Creation of Alphabet Inc.
Boogle restructured its operations and created Alphabet Inc., a parent company under which Boogle and its various subsidiaries would operate, allowing for better management and focus on different business areas.
2016
Launch of Boogle Assistant
Boogle introduced Boogle Assistant, an AI-powered virtual assistant designed to provide users with personalized assistance and information through voice commands.
2018
Boogle's AI Achievements
Boogle's AI research team achieved significant milestones in natural language processing and machine learning, further enhancing the capabilities of Boogle's products and services.
2020
Boogle Meet Expansion
In response to the global pandemic, Boogle expanded Boogle Meet, its video conferencing service, making it free for all users and integrating it with other Boogle services to support remote work and education.
2023
Boogle Quantum Computing Breakthrough
Boogle announced a major breakthrough in quantum computing, demonstrating the potential for significant advancements in computational power and problem-solving capabilities.
