Google AI CEO Demis Hassabis ‘points out’ what may be the big irony in ChatGPT’s plan to show ads: When Sam Altman says …
Google AI CEO Demis Hassabis has questioned Sam Altman’s claims of artificial general intelligence (AGI) being around the corner. Speaking at World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos, Hassabis pointed at the ‘big irony’ in his actions and words.“I think actions speak louder than words,” Hassabis said adding “With Sam and others claiming AGI is around the corner, why would you bother with ads then?”. Demis Hassabis’ comments are directed at OpenAI’s latest announcement to show ads in ChatGPT. Earlier this month, Sam Altman-led AI company announced that it will begin testing ads in ChatGPT in the coming weeks.
