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Notably alarming among the technological revelations was the mention of Gemini 2.5 Pro's new deep think mode, a feature allowing the AI to perform parallel reasoning akin to that of a chess champion conceiving multiple strategies at once. This intelligence allows AI to excel in programming challenges and even competitive mathematics. The underlying implications signal a move towards recursive self-improvement systems, prompting fears amongst researchers about the potential of AI to exceed human cognitive functions.
As Google aims to create a "world model" capable of simulating physical reality and understanding fundamental laws of physics, the notion of AI extends beyond mere assistance to potentially replacing human cognition in various aspects of work and creativity.