Google AI and search chief steps down as part of overhaul
Google’s quest to conquer AI is leading to a major change in leadership. The Information has learned that AI and search leader John Giannandrea is leaving his role, which will be split into two: Google Brain leader Jeff Dean will run a dedicated AI wing in addition to his Brain position, while search engineering boss Ben Gomes will lead search as the division’s Vice President.
Name: John Giannandrea
Continent: North America
Country: USA
Company: Google
Position: AI and search chief
Reason: Resigned
Announcement Date: April 01, 2018, 10:00pm
Resignation Date: April 01, 2018, 10:00pm
Source 1: https://www.engadget.com/2018/04/02/google-ai-chief-john-giannandrea-steps-down/