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Google DeepMind co-founder Demis Hassabis shifts to new role
The Guardian AI Google DeepMind enters a new era as co-founder Demis Hassabis shifts AI role
Google DeepMind co-founder Sir Demis Hassabis is changing his role within the division amid concerns over its commercial direction and independence.
Why it matters
Leadership changes at the world's leading AI lab could signal a shift from pure scientific research toward commercial product development.
Latest brief · Aug 9, 2026