DeepMind's CEO says STEM students can use AI 10 times more effectively
DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis argues that STEM degrees remain essential in the age of AI, noting that technical knowledge allows individuals to use AI tools significantly more effectively. He also emphasizes the growing importance of humanities like philosophy and ethics in a tech-driven world.
Why it matters
This perspective from a major AI leader challenges the narrative that AI will render traditional computer science education obsolete.
Google's AI chief, Demis Hassabis, says computer science degrees are still helpful. Karl Mondon / AFP via Getty Images Demis Hassabis emphasized the importance of STEM degrees in the AI era. The DeepMind CEO highlighted the need for tech basics and even the humanities. Geoffrey Hinton and Max Levchin agree on the enduring value of computer science fundamentals. AI is changing tech careers, but it won't take away the importance of a STEM degree, says Demis Hassabis . In an interview at a London business conference, the video of which was published on Wednesday, the DeepMind CEO said that knowing the fundamentals of software can give you a leg up in using AI. "You absolutely needed to lean into STEM and computer science," Hassabis said. "It's just a higher-level programming language is the way you can think about what programming is going to become."
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