Alphabet's innovation lab X is preparing its next major breakthrough after spinning off successful ventures like autonomous vehicle company Waymo and delivery drone service Wing. CEO Astro Teller discussed the lab's reinvention strategy in interviews with Fast Company.
X, formerly known as Google X, continues to position itself as one of the world's most ambitious innovation labs. The division has already produced significant commercial successes—Waymo operates autonomous vehicle fleets while Wing conducts drone delivery operations across multiple countries.
But the lab isn't resting on those accomplishments. Teller and other X staffers outlined how the organization is evolving to tackle new challenges and develop the next generation of breakthrough technologies.
The lab operates under Alphabet's structure, giving it resources and independence to pursue "moonshot" projects—bets on technologies that could transform industries. X typically focuses on ideas that are technically challenging, address large markets, and could benefit from novel approaches.
The specifics of X's upcoming projects remain undisclosed, though the lab has historically explored areas ranging from renewable energy to healthcare and transportation technology.
USA Today Co. has partnered with Palantir Technologies to analyze audience data across its newspaper chain. The collaboration aims to improve content strategy and reader engagement.
Sunbird relaunched its iMessage app for Android following a significant privacy incident. The app bridges Apple's messaging service to Android devices ahead of broader RCS adoption.