Microsoft has hired over 20 AI experts from Google DeepMind in just six months, signaling a sharp escalation in Silicon Valley’s battle for top AI talent. This hiring spree follows the arrival of DeepMind co-founder Mustafa Suleyman at Microsoft, where he now leads its consumer AI strategy. Suleyman previously brought in other DeepMind veterans to form a new AI health unit that claims to outperform human doctors in diagnosing complex conditions. The rivalry between Microsoft and Google has intensified, especially as both companies race against startups like OpenAI and Anthropic. Massive sign-on bonuses, reshuffled teams, and billion-dollar deals are becoming standard. While Microsoft declined to comment, Google said it continues to attract top talent and claims DeepMind’s attrition rate remains below the industry average. — 🧠 Over 36,000 people stay updated on AI news, tools, and breakthroughs with our free newsletter. Wanna join them? Comment or DM “YES” and I’ll personally send you the link.