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Google DeepMind Leadership Shake-Up: Demis Hassabis Shifts to AGI Strategy as Kavukcuoglu Takes Operational Helm

Demis Hassabis steps back from day-to-day Google DeepMind leadership to become Chair and Alphabet chief scientist, focusing on AGI. Koray Kavukcuoglu takes SVP role; Jeff Dean departs.

Hassabis said he has worked toward AGI throughout his career and believes it is now “close at hand.” Stepping away from operational responsibilities will allow him to focus on the broader strategic direction of AGI and help ensure the technology benefits humanity. He becomes Chair of Google DeepMind and Chief Scientist of Alphabet while continuing to lead Isomorphic Labs; Koray Kavukcuoglu takes over as SVP of Google DeepMind.

Google Caps Meta’s Use of Gemini AI Models, FT Reports

Google reportedly limited Meta's access to Gemini AI computing capacity after being unable to meet the company's full demand, highlighting the growing strain on AI infrastructure.

The reported restrictions have disrupted some of Meta’s internal AI projects, highlighting growing pressure on AI infrastructure as demand for computing power continues to outpace available capacity.

Google Maps Gets Biggest Upgrade with Gemini-Powered Ask Maps and 3D Navigation

In its biggest upgrade in the past decade, Google Maps has introduced Ask Maps and 3D Navigation features powered by Gemini AI.

The Ask Maps feature in Google Maps is available for users in US and India while the 3d navigation experience is for US users only.

“Pursue AI Boldly and Responsibly”: Google’s Sundar Pichai at AI Impact Summit

Google CEO Sundar Pichai urged governments and tech companies to pursue AI boldly and responsibly.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai urged governments and tech companies to pursue AI boldly and responsibly.