AlphaEvolve finds new algorithms that outperform the best human-made solutions for data center management, chip design, and more.

Alphabet Inc.’s Google DeepMind unit today detailed AlphaEvolve, an artificial intelligence agent that can tackle complex programming and math challenges. The company says that it has used AlphaEvolve to make its data centers more efficient. Additionally, the AI agent is showing promise as a tool for mathematical research and chip development.

Google DeepMind's AlphaEvolve is a new AI agent, designed to work on advanced algorithms for mathematics and real-world computing tasks. According to the company, the new AI agent offers smarter ways to divide a large matrix multiplication operation into more manageable sub-problems.