In a strategic maneuver to bolster its artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, Microsoft has recently recruited over 20 employees from Google's DeepMind division. This talent acquisition underscores the intensifying competition among tech giants to secure top AI expertise.
Among the notable hires is Amar Subramanya, the former head of engineering for Google's Gemini chatbot. Subramanya announced his move to Microsoft as a corporate vice president of AI, expressing enthusiasm for the company's culture and ambition. He is joined by other prominent DeepMind alumni, including Sonal Gupta, Adam Sadovsky, and Tim Frank. (ft.com)
This recruitment drive aligns with Microsoft's broader strategy under Mustafa Suleyman, a DeepMind co-founder who now leads Microsoft's consumer AI efforts. Suleyman has previously brought in DeepMind veterans Dominic King and Christopher Kelly to spearhead a new AI health unit. (ft.com)
The aggressive hiring spree reflects the escalating competition in the AI sector, with companies like Meta also heavily investing in AI talent and infrastructure. This trend has led to soaring salaries and intensified efforts to attract top researchers and engineers. (ft.com)
While Microsoft has not publicly commented on these hires, sources indicate that DeepMind's attrition rate remains below the industry average. Google continues to attract top talent from competitors, highlighting the dynamic and competitive nature of the AI talent landscape. (ft.com)
These developments underscore the high stakes in the race for AI dominance, as companies vie to lead in artificial general intelligence, healthcare AI breakthroughs, and mainstream chatbot deployment.
Source: TipRanks https://www.tipranks.com/news/the-fly/microsoft-poaches-more-talent-from-google-deepmind-cnbc-reports-thefly/
