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.
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Cypriot scientist Demis Hassabis has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry alongside David Baker and John Jumper for their groundbreaking work on protein structure. The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences recognised their contributions to predicting protein structures from amino acid sequences and constructing novel proteins. The prestigious award, valued at 11 million Swedish crowns (approximately $1.1 million), will be presented in Stockholm on December 10, celebrating significant advancements in the field of chemistry.