Google CEO Sundar Pichai has announced significant structural changes aimed at boosting the company’s AI initiatives. These changes include the integration of the Gemini app team under Google DeepMind, led by Demis Hassabis. This move is expected to streamline AI model deployment and enhance product momentum.

Pichai also revealed that the Assistant teams for devices and home experiences will merge with the Platforms & Devices division, aligning them more closely with Google’s smart home strategy.

Prabhakar Raghavan, a long-standing Google executive, will transition to the role of Chief Technologist at Google. His leadership over projects like Gmail’s AI features and Google Drive has been instrumental in reaching over a billion users.

Additionally, Nick Fox will take over the Knowledge & Information (K&I) division, driving Google’s AI product strategy. Google continues to innovate across its product lineup, including NotebookLM and advancements like AlphaProteo, which revolutionizes protein design.

Google’s AI in healthcare is another highlight, with their system for detecting diabetic retinopathy performing over 600,000 screenings in India and Thailand.

Pichai also emphasized the need for robust AI governance. A recent survey from Prove AI shows that 96% of companies use AI, but only 5% have implemented AI governance frameworks. The report underscores the importance of managing AI risks to unlock its full potential while maintaining trust and compliance.

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