Google spent over $8 million on Sundar Pichai's security in 2024, covering surveillance, travel security, and more, according to Alphabet's latest report.
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| In 2024, Google allocated $8.27 million for CEO Sundar Pichai’s security, including 24-hour surveillance, travel protection, and other security measures. File Photo |
Mountain View, California, USA — May 4, 2025:
Alphabet, Google's parent company, disclosed in its 2025 proxy statement that it spent $8.27 million on the security of CEO Sundar Pichai in 2024. This marked a 22% increase in security costs compared to the previous year. The data was provided in Alphabet's annual report to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
While Pichai’s total salary for 2024 was $10.73 million, a substantial portion of this was allocated to ensure his safety, with Alphabet clarifying that the expenditure was essential due to his high-profile position. These security services were not viewed as personal benefits, but rather as critical to his responsibilities as the CEO of a global tech giant.
The $8.27 million covered a comprehensive security package, including 24/7 surveillance at his residence, professional security consultation, travel protection, and car and driver benefits. Alphabet emphasized that such measures are necessary to safeguard Pichai due to the nature of his work, recognizing the increased risks faced by top executives in the tech industry.
This substantial security investment highlights the growing need for enhanced protection for corporate leaders, especially in industries like tech, where the visibility of CEOs like Pichai can lead to heightened security concerns.