Tencent (TCEHY) hires former OpenAI researcher for AGI development
Published on · Source: cnbc.com
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Summarized by AI from the source belowTencent (TCEHY) has appointed a former OpenAI researcher as its Chief AI Scientist, aiming to develop artificial general intelligence (AGI). The shift reflects a competitive U.S.-China tech landscape, with Chinese firms actively recruiting U.S. talent. Baidu CEO Robin Li estimates AGI could take until 2034, while Elon Musk previously suggested 2026. Tencent's goal is to establish a long-term AGI organization, emphasizing the potential value in AI innovations, which Yao Shunyu estimates could reach trillions of dollars.
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