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For years, senior managers at Google's DeepMind artificial-intelligence unit sought to negotiate more independence from the parent company. Now we report exclusively that Google ended those talks last month. This episode is to discuss what happened, and why Google's moves on ethical issues surrounding AI are so closely watched.
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Essence
"Essence" is a song by Nigerian singer Wizkid, released on 30 October 2020 as the 11th track from his fourth studio album, Made in Lagos. It features Nigerian singer Tems, who wrote the song alongside Wizkid. "Essence" was produced by P2J and Legendury Beatz. The "sensual" song sees the duo express their desire for each other. A music video was released on 9 April 2021, shot in Accra, Ghana. "Essence" is the first Nigerian song in history to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 and the Billboard Global 200. A remix with an additional feature from Canadian singer Justin Bieber was released on 13 August 2021.
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Google AI Unit DeepMind Tried and Failed to Gain More Autonomy
For years, senior managers at Google's DeepMind artificial-intelligence unit sought to negotiate more independence from the parent company. Now we report exclusively that Google ended those talks last month. This episode is to discuss what happened, and why Google's moves on ethical issues surrounding AI are so closely watched.