Sir Demis Hassabis on The Future of Knowledge | Institute for Advanced Study
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On May 2, 2025, Sir Demis Hassabis, co-founder and CEO of Google DeepMind and Nobel laureate, engaged in a thought-provoking discussion with IAS Director David Nirenberg at the Institute for Advanced Study. They explored the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on knowledge and discovery. The dialogue traced Hassabis’s journey from a chess prodigy to a leader in AI, paralleling the contributions of John von Neumann. Key topics included breakthroughs like AlphaFold, the P versus NP problem, and essential steps for society as technological advancements unfold. A critical look at how AI shapes our understanding and future was central to the conversation.