Demis Hassabis, the visionary co-founder and CEO of Google DeepMind, reflects on how the transformative potential of artificial intelligence has been evident to him for decades. Despite his early insights, he is surprised it took the world so long to catch on. As AI reaches a landmark moment with recent Nobel recognitions and transformative contributions, Hassabis discusses both the current hype and the long-term underappreciation of AI's capabilities.
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This year's Nobel Prizes, with AI pioneers linked to Google snagging awards in both Chemistry and Physics, have ignited a debate about Big Tech's influence on the field. While celebrating the laureates' achievements, experts are raising concerns about ethical considerations, the lack of funding for academic research, and the need for a broader discussion about the future direction of AI.
Demis Hassabis was born in London in 1976, the son of a Greek Cypriot father…