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Google’s AI shake-up puts Demis Hassabis where the company needs him most, insiders say

Business InsiderPublished Aug 7, 2026

Demis Hassabis is stepping down as CEO of Google DeepMind to become Alphabet's chief scientist, aiming to boost Google's AI innovation amid competitive pressures and delays in new AI models. This leadership change follows Jeff Dean's departure and reflects Google's strategic shift to regain AI leadership.

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