Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis Says AGI 'On The Horizon' In 5-8 Years, Calls It A Big Opportunity For India’s Youth
Published on: Feb. 18, 2026, 10:36 a.m. | Source: Free Press Journal
At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Demis Hassabis said artificial general intelligence (AGI) could emerge within 5–8 years, calling this a “threshold moment” and the start of a “golden era” of discovery. He highlighted AI’s vast potential for India’s youth and stressed global collaboration as advances unlock breakthroughs and drive inclusive growth.
