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Why it matters
Google DeepMind breaks up its AlphaFold team as researchers move to Anthropic
The Decoder Deepmind dismantles its AlphaFold team as key authors leave for Anthropic
Most of the researchers behind DeepMind's AlphaFold protein-folding project have left, with several joining Anthropic.
Why it matters
A shift away from one of AI's most celebrated science projects shows how competition for talent is reshaping research.
Latest brief · Jul 29, 2026