Google App Leadership Shakeup: Josh Woodward Takes Over Gemini App from Sissie Hsaio
Josh Woodward is replacing Sissie Hsaio as the head of Google's Gemini app, as the tech giant shifts focus to the app's next evolution.
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Google App Leadership Shakeup: Josh Woodward Takes Over Gemini App from Sissie Hsaio
Google has announced a major leadership change that has tech enthusiasts buzzing. Josh Woodward, known for his work with Google Labs and the AI-powered note-taking app NotebookLM, is set to take over from Sissie Hsaio as the head of the Gemini app. This shift comes as Google pivots to sharpen its focus on the app’s next major evolution, according to a recent report by Semafor. Image:Google Why the Change? Sissie Hsaio, a seasoned Google veteran with nearly 20 years at the company, has overseen several pivotal moments during her tenure, most notably launching Google’s chatbot Bard—an AI competitor to ChatGPT. Under Hsaio's leadership, Gemini began to take shape, evolving from a simple idea into a powerful tool integrating AI into Google’s suite of offerings. After helping launch Bard and overseeing Gemini’s early stages, Hsaio announced she’d be taking a brief break from her current role before returning to Google in a new position. Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, emphasized th…
