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Inside Google’s big AI shuffle — and how it plans to stay competitive, with Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis

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Jul 10, 2023
Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, discusses the monumental merger of Google Brain and DeepMind, aiming for faster AI innovation in a competitive landscape. He delves into the cultural clashes from this unification and how it influences AI strategy. Hassabis also explores the future of AI, envisioning enhanced personal assistants and emphasizing the importance of ethical practices in AI development. He navigates the challenges posed by open-source models, advocating for responsible collaboration to harness AI's potential across industries.
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INSIGHT

DeepMind's Focus and Acquisition

  • DeepMind was acquired by Google in 2014 due to Google's vast compute resources.
  • DeepMind's focus has been on general AI and using AI for scientific discovery, with games serving as a proving ground.
ANECDOTE

The ChatGPT Moment and Google's Response

  • ChatGPT's explosion and Microsoft's Bing integration prompted Google to merge DeepMind and Google Brain.
  • This merger reflects AI's transition to practical applications and real-world problem-solving.
INSIGHT

Relatability of ChatGPT

  • The success of ChatGPT stems from its ability to perform tasks relatable to everyday users, even simple ones.
  • Previous AI demos focused on complex tasks beyond average human capability, limiting public engagement.
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