DeepMind staff seek removal of clauses they say deter AI risk warnings

Published Tuesday, November 3, 2026 · 2:26 PM EST

UK-based Google DeepMind employees are urging leaders to remove non-disparagement clauses that they say bar public warnings about AI risks even after staff leave the company, The Washington Post reported, citing sources. Current workers said the employment contracts deter staff from warning the public.

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