AI pioneer François Chollet has co-founded a startup named Ndea, which aims to push the boundaries of artificial general intelligence (AGI) through innovative program synthesis techniques. The lab will focus on creating AI that can adapt and learn like humans, potentially revolutionizing how AI systems invent and innovate. Chollet believes this approach could unlock significant advancements in AI research. Ndea is currently hiring for remote research positions, indicating potential financial backing. Chollet's departure from Google marks a growing trend of top AI researchers venturing into independent labs.