Sou Hu Cai Jing·2026-01-23 10:05Group 1 - The CEO of Google DeepMind, Demis Hassabis, expressed surprise at OpenAI's early introduction of advertisements in AI chatbots, indicating that monetization through ads has been a cautious topic of discussion within Google [1][2] - Hassabis noted that while ads are a core revenue source for Google, DeepMind is not under pressure to make hasty decisions regarding advertising in AI chatbots [1][2] - He emphasized the complexity of integrating ads into AI assistants, as users expect to trust their assistants, raising questions about how advertising would function in this context [1] Group 2 - Users have shown significant aversion to ads in AI conversational settings, with OpenAI previously attempting to recommend applications during chats, which was perceived as intrusive [2] - Hassabis highlighted the fundamental differences between chatbots and search products, stating that user intent is clear in search scenarios, making ad integration more natural, whereas chatbots serve as digital assistants [2] - DeepMind is committed to a scientific and cautious approach in its development, stating that it will not make impulsive decisions due to short-term pressures [2]