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Google DeepMind C.E.O. Demis Hassabis on Living in an A.I. Future

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Google DeepMind C.E.O. Demis Hassabis on Living in an A.I. Future

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2025/05/23
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2025/05/23
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This week, we take a field trip to Google and report back about everything the company announced at its biggest show of the year, Google I/O. Then, we sit down with Google DeepMind’s chief executive and co-founder, Demis Hassabis, to discuss what his A.I. ...

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This podcast takes listeners on a journey through the groundbreaking announcements at Google I/O, focusing on AI advancements and their implications. It features an in-depth conversation with Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, exploring the future of artificial intelligence, its role in reshaping education, and the broader societal impacts.
04:59
AI Mode in Search allows multi-step questions without ads.
16:50
Google is more involved in the AGI conversation and shows increased confidence in AI by 2025.
25:28
Google now openly discusses AGI, marking a significant shift in its approach to AI communication.
39:47
Evolutionary methods like Alpha Evolve can help explore new regions by forcing models to hallucinate.
45:18
Less is said about AI safety as models improve, but commitment remains strong with robust processes.
53:38
AI should be used as a tutor in poor regions and teach creativity.
1:09:46
AI can create technically good things but lacks deep storytelling and humanity.

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What’s New in Google Search with AI Mode?
00:00
How Did Google I/O Reshape AI Expectations?
12:27
Demis Hassabis on Navigating the AI Future
19:35
Can We Achieve Artificial General Intelligence?
33:59
Is AI Safe and How Will It Affect Global Relations?
45:18
Will AI Revolutionize Education and Careers?
53:38
How Does AI Influence Creativity and Philosophy?
1:07:18

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Casey Newton: The New York Times app has all this stuff that you may not have seen. Kevin Roose: The way the tabs are at the top with all of the different sections. I can immediately navigate to something that matches what I'm feeling. Casey Newton: I go...