Jeff Dean Reveals Google Developed ChatGPT-Like Chatbot Before OpenAI
Jeff Dean, former Google AI lead, revealed that Google developed an internal chatbot similar to ChatGPT before OpenAI's release. The chatbot was used internally during the pandemic but was not publicly launched due to concerns about accuracy and safety, including occasional offensive responses. Dean noted that Google initially underestimated the chatbot's usefulness beyond search tasks. After leaving Google, Dean co-founded Discovery Loop, an AI startup focused on automating scientific experiments.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (56/100). Lens Score 38/100.
Outlets measured: mint, hindustantimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 6 Aug, 05:11 pm. Other outlets followed.