The CEO of Google DeepMind warns AI companies not to fall into the same trap as early social media firms

Source: Business Insider

Google Deepmind CEO Demis Hassabis at Davos on January 21, 2025World Economic Forum/Gabriel LadoGoogle DeepMind CEO said AI must avoid repeating social media's toxic playbook. Demis Hassabis cautioned that chasing clicks and engagement could fuel polarization and harm. Hassabis called for AI to serve individuals, not hijack attention like social media.