SMRTR AIApr 1, 2025Ars Technica

DeepMind is holding back release of AI research to give Google an edge

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Google's AI research arm DeepMind is tightening controls on publishing scientific papers, sparking concerns among staff. The company is prioritizing projects that improve its Gemini AI products, leading to competition for resources. Some researchers have left due to publication restrictions, viewing it as detrimental to their careers. Despite these changes, Google has successfully launched various AI-powered products, contributing to a significant increase in its share price over the past year.

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