Impact of AI developments on DeepMind's mood

The podcast discusses how recent advancements in artificial intelligence have affected the mood at DeepMind, a top AI lab. The conversation highlights that the increasing pace of AI advances and the growing concern about existential risks from AI have created a sense of urgency among researchers. Additionally, there is a shift in mindset among some individuals who previously focused on machine learning but now recognize the potential for building AGI in the near future. While there are others who are confused about the strong reactions, the overall impact is an increased interest in safety measures and alignment work.