In a strategic move to strengthen its position in the highly competitive field of artificial intelligence (AI), Microsoft has announced the addition of three former Google DeepMind experts to its new AI division in Zurich, Switzerland.
The new team members—Marco Tagliasacchi, Zalán Borsos, and Matthias Minderer—will be joining Mustafa Suleyman, a former DeepMind executive and the current CEO of Microsoft AI. This hiring signals Microsoft’s continued push to expand its AI capabilities and expertise.
Google Deepmind and Microsoft AI recruitment strategy
Microsoft appears to see Google DeepMind as a valuable talent pool, having recruited several of its top experts. Mustafa Suleyman, well aware of DeepMind’s expertise, is committed to bringing in the best AI specialists.
In their new roles, Marco Tagliasacchi and Zalán Borsos will focus on advancing audio capabilities, while Matthias Minderer will work on enhancing AI-driven vision technologies.
«I am excited to join Microsoft AI as a founding member of the new Zurich office, where we are forming a fantastic team. I will work on vision capabilities with colleagues in London and the United States, and I can’t wait to start«Matthias Minderer commented.
The addition of these AI experts further reinforces Microsoft’s commitment to innovation, as well as its goal of developing cutting-edge products that enhance human interaction with advanced technology.
Marco Tagliasacchi emphasized the importance of AI in this transformation, stating:
“AI remains a transformative force, with audio playing a crucial role in creating more natural and intuitive interactions.”
This hiring move also highlights the fierce competition in the AI space, where tech giants like OpenAI, Salesforce, and Google continue to refine their capabilities to stay ahead. The big question now is whether Microsoft’s investment in top-tier talent will lead to groundbreaking solutions across various sectors—or if this ambitious AI division, strongly backed by Satya Nadella, will struggle to make a significant impact.
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