AI Godfather Warns Tech Giants Are Downplaying Dangers; Says Only DeepMind’s Demis Hassabis Truly Understands the Risks

Geoffrey Hinton, known as the “Godfather of AI,” has expressed concern over tech giants downplaying AI risks, despite rapid advancements in the field. Speaking on the One Decision podcast, Hinton praised DeepMind’s Demis Hassabis as one of the few who truly understands the dangers and seeks action. Hinton, a 2024 Nobel Laureate, warned that AI is evolving unpredictably. He regrets not addressing safety earlier and said he left Google to speak more freely about AI risks. Hassabis also emphasized restricting AI access to bad actors while empowering responsible use, stressing the need for ethical safeguards around powerful AI systems.