In an exclusive interview with Axios on December 5, 2025, Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis stated that artificial intelligence is approaching a "transformative" stage. He reiterated his predictions about the potential emergence of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) around 2030. However, Hassabis stressed that dangers are not a distant future concern: risks such as cyber threats to critical infrastructure are real today. This statement from one of the industrys leading visionaries highlights the need for a balance between ambitious development and safety.
Demis Hassabis (DeepMind): AGI on the Horizon, but Cyber Risks Are Already Real