Google announces merging DeepMind and Research teams after unifying Pixel and Android teams
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced a series of changes for the betterment of operations and accelerated advancements in AI. In a message to employees, CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted the creation of a new “Platforms & Devices” unit, consolidating teams focused on hardware, software, and AI. This move is expected to improve product quality, speed up decision-making, and drive innovation […]

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