Summary
- Sir Demis Hassabis won the Nobel prize for his work in chemistry, transitioning from video game designer to chief executive of Google’s AI unit.
- His expertise in using AI to predict and design protein structures was a major factor in winning the Nobel prize.
- Hassabis believes that gaming serves as a gateway to AI and has emphasized the benefits and potential risks associated with artificial intelligence.
- He is at the forefront of a multibillion-dollar AI boom, leading Google’s efforts in competition with other tech giants.