Sundar Pichai says the DOJ’s antitrust plan could kill Google Search
theverge.comPublished: 4/30/2025
Summary
Why would the U.S. government force Google to share its search data with competitors? CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted that sharing such critical information could enable anyone to reverse-engineer Google’s technology stack, potentially undermining its ability to continue investing heavily in AI and innovation, which are essential for maintaining its leadership in the tech industry. He also warned against dismantling Google's dedication to its unique investment in Google Search and Chrome, describing it as a cultural commitment vital to the browser's global popularity.