AI researchers continue to leave Google for its rivals - TechCrunch

Top AI researchers Jonas Adler and Alexander Pritzel are leaving Google for Anthropic, according to a Bloomberg report. Both researchers played key roles in developing Google's Gemini model, the company's flagship large language model.

The move highlights ongoing competition for top AI researchers among major tech companies and AI labs. Anthropic has positioned itself as a safety-focused organization, often attracting talent from larger tech firms. Neither Google nor Anthropic immediately responded to requests for comment.

This is the latest in a series of high-profile exits from Google's AI teams. The company has seen departures of prominent researchers in recent years, including those involved in foundational AI work. The full implications of these talent shifts for Google's AI development remain unclear, though the company continues to invest heavily in its AI efforts.