Shocking Tactics: Google Allegedly Pays AI Staff Millions to Do Nothing Amid AI Talent War
In the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence, where innovation is currency and talent is king, a shocking revelation has emerged from the heart of Silicon Valley. Tech giant Google, a name synonymous with AI advancement, is allegedly employing an unusual tactic to retain its top Google AI staff. Instead of fostering a stimulating environment, reports suggest Google is paying some of its prized AI researchers to do absolutely nothing for up to a year, all in the name of preventing them from joining rival companies. Is this a desperate move in the escalating AI talent war, or a questionable strategy that could backfire? The Alleged Google Tactic: Paid Inactivity for AI Staff According to a Business Insider report, Google's AI division, DeepMind, based in London, is resorting to what are described as “aggressive” non-compete agreements. These agreements are not just standard clauses; they reportedly bar some Google AI staff from…
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