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Google DeepMind on AI Race: 4-8 Years to AGI
24 Jan
Summary
- Google's Gemini 3 model leads AI leaderboards.
- Demis Hassabis estimates AGI is 4-8 years away.
- Google DeepMind focuses on responsible AI development.
Demis Hassabis, head of Google DeepMind, stated that their latest model, Gemini 3, is currently outperforming all competitors on AI leaderboards. He anticipates Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) could be achieved in approximately 4 to 8 years, with a 50% chance by 2030.
Hassabis acknowledged parts of the AI industry appear "bubble-like" due to excessive startup funding without products. However, he believes Google DeepMind is well-positioned due to its deep research capabilities and ability to integrate AI into its vast product ecosystem.
Google DeepMind is committed to responsible AI development, employing measures like watermarking technology to mitigate misuse. They are also advancing AI for scientific discovery, including drug development and materials science, aiming to demonstrate unequivocal societal benefits.
The company is also exploring new AI-driven applications, such as advanced digital assistants for smart glasses, building on lessons learned from past hardware ventures and focusing on a "killer app" to drive adoption.
