The Tim Ferriss Show

The Tim Ferriss Show

#870: Sebastian Mallaby, Biographer of Demis Hassabis — Lessons from 100+ AI Insiders on The Race to Superintelligence, The Religion of AI, and Spotting Breakthroughs Early

Jun 16, 2026 · 01:46:41

✨ AI Summary

Discussed Demis Hassabis and the quest for superintelligence.
Explored the 'religion of AI' and spotting breakthroughs early.
Shared lessons from 100+ AI insiders on the future of AI.

Guests on This Episode

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Sebastian Mallaby

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