Sergey Brin, co-founder of Google, recently urged employees to return to the office every weekday, emphasizing a 60-hour workweek as a productivity "sweet spot." This memo, although not an official policy change, underscores the pressure on Google to compete in the increasingly competitive field of AI. Brin has returned to assist Google in its AI endeavors, especially after being caught off guard by OpenAI's release of ChatGPT. He believes that in-person collaboration is crucial for generating ideas that could lead to advancements in artificial general intelligence (AGI).
Brin's emphasis on a 60-hour workweek reflects a broader trend in Silicon Valley, where intense competition in AI pushes companies to demand more from their employees.
Despite being a personal memo, it signals Brin's urgency for Google to solidify its position in the AI landscape, amidst fears of falling behind competitors like OpenAI.
Returning to a structured work environment, according to Brin, could foster collaboration and innovation necessary for achieving breakthroughs in AI.
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