Google is paying top AI techies to do… nothing?
In a surprising move, Google is paying top AI employees—especially from DeepMind—to do nothing, using noncompete and "garden leave" agreements to prevent them from joining rivals. While the company claims it’s a strategy to protect innovation, critics call it career-stunting and abusive. As the AI race heats up, Google’s golden cage approach is sparking serious debate.
In a surprising move, Google is paying top AI employees—especially from DeepMind—to do nothing, using noncompete and "garden leave" agreements to prevent them from joining rivals. While the company claims it’s a strategy to protect innovation, critics call it career-stunting and abusive. As the AI race heats up, Google’s golden cage approach is sparking serious debate. What's Your Reaction?
