November 18, 2024: Google.org Invests $20M in AI for Science - Google.org is investing $20 million, plus $2 million in cloud credits, to support researchers using AI for scientific breakthroughs. Announced by DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis at an AI forum, this non-equity funding targets academic and non-profit institutions globally. The initiative aims to fuel advancements in fields like disease research and sustainability. This move aligns with Googles broader strategy to integrate with leading scientific minds and follows similar efforts by tech giants. Recipients will be selected by 2026, boosting collaboration between public and private sectors to drive AI innovation in science.
