Overview

• On the July 24 One Decision podcast, Geoffrey Hinton charged that leading tech executives publicly downplay the existential and societal threats posed by advanced AI systems.
• He singled out DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis as the only industry leader actively acknowledging these dangers and advocating for proactive measures.
• Hinton labeled figures such as Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg "oligarchs," criticizing their control over AI development and lack of transparency.
• He clarified that he left Google in 2023 primarily due to age-related programming limitations rather than in protest, enabling him to speak more freely about safety concerns.
• Recent demonstrations outside DeepMind’s London office and calls from researchers underscore growing public and expert demands for international AI regulation and openness.