Google AI Researchers to Join Anthropic
Originally published Jun 24, 2026
By Julia Love, Natasha Mascarenhas, Rachel Metz · Bloomberg — Technology
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Key points
- Jonas Adler and Alexander Pritzel are set to leave Google for Anthropic.
- Both are key contributors to Google’s Gemini AI model.
- Their departure adds to a trend of top AI talent leaving Google for competitors.
- Anthropic is known for its Claude AI model and is attracting major tech talent.
- The move may impact Google’s position in the AI industry.
Two senior artificial intelligence researchers at Google, Jonas Adler and Alexander Pritzel, are set to leave for rival company Anthropic, according to sources. Both are considered key contributors to Google’s Gemini AI model. Their departure adds to a growing trend of high-profile talent leaving Google for competing AI firms. The move could further weaken Google’s competitive edge in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
Anthropic, known for its Claude AI model, continues to attract top talent from major tech companies. The researchers’ decision to join the company highlights the fierce competition for AI expertise. Google has faced multiple departures in recent months, raising concerns about its ability to retain leadership in the field.
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