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Demis Hassabis

Is Demis Hassabis A-List?

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YesDemis Hassabis is above A-list, ranked S tier as an icon with generational cultural impact.

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Reached A-list in 2014

Google Acquires DeepMind

Ranking Timeline

1997C$0.05M

Deep Blue Designer

Hassabis designs levels for the game Deep Blue. This gives him a start to his career and earns him a small amount of money.

1998C$0.1M+$0.05M

Founded Elixir Studios

Hassabis founds the video game company Elixir Studios. This sets him on a new path in his career.

2010B$1M+$0.9M

Founded DeepMind

Hassabis co-founds DeepMind, an artificial intelligence company. This marks a turning point in his career.

2014A$100M+$99M

Google Acquires DeepMind

Google acquires DeepMind for $500 million. This significantly increases Hassabis's net worth.

2021A$250M+$150M

AlphaFold Protein Breakthrough

DeepMind's AlphaFold solves protein structure prediction. Hassabis's work starts to be recognized on a global level.

2024S$350M+$100M

Nobel Prize in Chemistry

Hassabis wins the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. His net worth continues to rise.

2026S$400M+$50M

AI Leadership Continues

Hassabis continues leading Google DeepMind and advising on AI policy, solidifying his status as an AI leader.

Last updated: February 24, 2026