Google co-founder Sergey Brin has emphasized the importance of in-person work for the company’s success in the artificial general intelligence (AGI) race. In a recent memo to employees, Brin urged them to return to the office “at least every weekday” to boost productivity and innovation.
Brin suggested that a work schedule of 60 hours per week represents a “sweet spot” for maximizing output. Although this memo does not officially alter Google’s existing policy, which mandates in-person attendance three days a week, it reflects the growing urgency among major tech companies to excel in AI advancements.
The memo indicates Brin’s confidence in Google’s potential to develop AGI, a form of superintelligent AI comparable to human intelligence. In recent years, he has re-engaged with the company to help it regain its competitive edge in the AI sector.
Google’s response comes after it was caught off guard by the rapid rise of OpenAI’s ChatGPT in 2022. Since then, the company has focused on accelerating its AI research and development to keep pace with leading models in the industry.
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