DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis, known for his skepticism, now believes AGI is only a few years away, comparing its impact to the discovery of electricity or fire, and 10x the Industrial Revolution at 10x the speed. He highlights growing risks in cybersecurity, bio, and nuclear threats, emphasizing the need for regulatory infrastructure due to a commercial and geopolitical race.
A leading, previously cautious, AI figure now expects AGI within years, accelerating the commercial and geopolitical race for control over advanced systems.