AGI expected within five to ten years, says Google

Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis stated that artificial general intelligence (AGI), which can match human capabilities, may emerge in the next five to ten years. He emphasized that current AI systems are limited and require further research. Hassabis' timeline contrasts with other tech leaders who predict AGI could arrive sooner. For instance, Cisco's Jeetu Patel suggested evidence of AGI might appear as early as 2025, while others, like Tesla's Elon Musk, forecast it by 2026. The main challenge to achieving AGI is enabling AI systems to understand real-world context. Hassabis noted progress in developing "world models" and multi-agent systems, which could enhance AI's ability to operate in complex environments.