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The Times Tech Podcast

The First Episode: Google DeepMind's Sir Demis Hassabis

Oct 4, 2024
34:52
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Sir Demis Hassabis, Co-founder and CEO of Google DeepMind, shares his bold vision that AI could potentially cure all diseases and achieve general human-like intelligence in a decade. Joined by Neil Lawrence, a leading AI academic, and Naila Murray from Meta, they delve into the nuances of artificial general intelligence versus traditional AI. The conversation also tackles the economic factors shaping AI advancements and the ethical responsibilities tech companies bear in this rapidly evolving landscape.
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  • Sir Demis Hassabis suggests that AI might revolutionize healthcare by potentially curing all diseases within the next decade.
  • Panel discussions highlight the urgent need for responsible AI development while balancing innovation and the unique aspects of human intelligence.

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