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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Derek Gatopoulos

Google’s top AI scientist says adaptability is crucial

  • Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google's DeepMind and a recent Nobel laureate, highlighted "learning how to learn" as the paramount skill for future generations due to the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence.
  • Speaking from an ancient Roman theatre in Athens, Hassabis predicted that artificial general intelligence could arrive within a decade, potentially bringing a future of "radical abundance" despite acknowledged risks.
  • He emphasised the necessity of "meta-skills" and continuous learning throughout one's career to adapt to the rapid changes brought by AI.
  • Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis joined Hassabis at the event, where they discussed expanding AI use in government services.
  • Mitsotakis warned that the continued growth of huge tech companies and unequal distribution of AI benefits could lead to significant global financial inequality and social unrest.

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