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    Sundar Pichai

    Sundar Pichai

    CEO, Google and Alphabet
    Birth DetailsJune 10, 1972 | Madurai, India
    NationalityAmerican
    LeagueBusiness Leader
    EducationBTech, IIT Kharagpur; MS, Stanford University; MBA, Wharton Business School, University of Pennsylvania
    Sundar Pichai’s Journey so far ...
    • Pichai Sundararajan, also known as Sundar Pichai, did his schooling from then Madras, now Chennai, and later cracked the IIT-JEE examinations. Sundar's father worked with the British firm General Electric Company and they stayed in a two-room apartment in Chennai's Ashok Nagar
    • He joined IIT Kharagpur where he pursued a course in Metallurgy. After his BTech, he like many others of his generation went off to the United States where he completed a Master's in Science from Stanford, and an MBA from the Wharton School
    • After completing his MBA, Pichai initially joined Applied Materials as a Product Manager and then worked as a management consultant with McKinsey
    • In 2004, he joined Google as vice-president of product management and worked on the Toolbar which was designed to simplify search on Microsoft's Internet Explorer and Mozilla's Firefox
    • Toolbar’s success inspired Pichai to launch Google's own browser. In 2008, Google launched Chrome which became a hit with millions across the world in no time
    • His stellar performance soon saw Pichai being promoted as the senior vice-president of Google Chrome and Google Apps in 2012
    • In 2013, Google promoted him as the head of the company's mobile operating system, Android, and by 2014 he was given charge of Search, Maps and Gmail. With this, the IIT-Kharagpur alumnus became one of the most powerful technology executives in the world
    • In a blog post in August 2015, Larry Page announced the launch of Alphabet and Google became a subsidiary of this new company. Pichai was made the CEO of Google. In 11 years he rose the ladder and became the operations chief of the technology behemoth which now consisted of Search, Advertising, Maps, YouTube and Android
    • Since he took over, Google's market cap more than doubled to $900 billion
    • Pichai’s special interest for India has led Google to tie up with the Indian Railways for high-speed internet at railway stations.
    • In December 2019, Google’s founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin wrote a letter in which they announced that they were stepping down and appointed Sundar Pichai as the CEO of Alphabet in addition to his existing role of Google CEO.

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    Last Updated: 10/02/2021

    Sundar Pichai News

    • Tech honchos Satya Nadella, Sundar Pichai, and others hailed India's historic win over South Africa in a nerve-wrenching final of the ICC T20 World Cup at the Kensington Oval in Barbados on Saturday.
    • The report from data analytics firm C-Suite Comp featured two lists based on different metrics: "total compensation granted" in 2023 and "compensation actually paid." Sundar Pichai of Google and Satya Nadella of Microsoft, despite their prominent positions and successful years, did not appear on either list. Nikesh Arora is the only Indian-American to make it to the list of the top 10 highest-paid CEOs in the United States. Here's all you need to know about the Indian-origin CEO .
    • Former Rajasthan Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Vasundhara Raje on June 22 attended a program organised by Shri Sundar Singh Bhandari Charitable Trust in Rajasthan’s Udaipur. On their death anniversary, the program was organised to remember the two political icons, Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee and Sundar Singh Bhandari. Talking about iconic leaders, during the address, she recalled the ‘better times’ of political discourse. “The era of loyalty was different; the people used to recognise the good deeds done, and if any favour was done, people used to understand that; but today, you can see many things. People now chop that figure first, which helped them learn to walk,” said Vasundhara Raje.'Wafa Ka Wo Daur Alag Tha…': BJP's 'sidelined' leader Vasundhara Raje takes indirect political dig
    • The report "Indiaspora Impact Report: Small Community, Big Contributions," conducted by Boston Consulting Group, is the first volume in a series to look at the impact of the Indian diaspora, with a special focus on public service, business, culture and innovation in the United States.
    • Pichai is the highest-profile witness to testify so far in the trial of Carlos Watson, the founder of Ozy who is accused of misrepresenting his company's financial results, funding and audience data to investors and lenders from 2018 to 2021.
    • RCS is an interactive messaging protocol which enables features such as two-way communication, exchange of text/pictures/videos, group conversations, read receipts, lead generation and other advantages as compared to the traditional SMS.
    • The disappearance of AI Overviews for some of the searches appeared to be part of a broader rollback after the new technology produced a litany of untruths and errors -- including recommending glue as part of a pizza recipe and suggesting that people ingest rocks for nutrients. Users loudly complained on social media about the mistakes, in many cases outright making fun of Google.
    • Former India cricketer Anil Kumble praised Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for being the all-round team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. KKR finished the league stage with nine wins, three losses, and two no results, earning a direct spot in the final by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the qualifier one. Kumble praised skipper Shreyas Iyer for being calm and using his resources well in the T20 tournament. Both Kolkata and Hyderabad have redefined how to play in the powerplay, with SRH demonstrating this consistently.
    • Sunil Narine, a Caribbean all-rounder for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), is set to become the first Indian Premier League player to score 500 runs and take 15 wickets in a single season. Narine has scored 482 runs at a strike rate of 179.85 in 13 matches in the IPL 2024 season. He has also bagged 16 wickets at an economy rate of 6.90.
    • In a recent interview with Varun Mayya, Google's Sundar Pichai shared his favorite Indian dishes from Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai. He also discussed his success philosophy, emphasizing deep understanding of concepts. Drawing from the movie "3 Idiots," Pichai highlighted the importance of genuine comprehension over surface-level knowledge for achieving real success.
    • Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks, emerged as the second highest-paid CEO in the US in 2023, with a total compensation of $151.43 million. The Wall Street Journal's report highlighted the strong presence of Indian-descent executives among high earners, with 17 making it into the top 500. Shantanu Narayen of Adobe followed closely behind Arora at number 11, with earnings of $44.93 million.
    • Sundar Pichai and Satya Nadella emphasize India's potential in AI development to boost productivity and drive economic growth, highlighting the transformative impact of AI on various sectors including services exports, education, and workforce development.
    • During a podcast hosted by YouTuber Varun Mayya, Pichai was questioned about his awareness of the a tutoring industry dedicated to assisting individuals in impressing recruiters at FAANG companies. He was also asked if he was open to sharing insights on cracking challenging interviews.
    • Sundar Pichai during a recent interview with content creator Varun Mayya referenced Aamir Khan's iconic motor scene from '3 Idiots' to emphasize the importance of deep understanding over rote learning. This snippet, shared on Instagram, quickly went viral, sparking discussions on Pichai's insights and the enduring impact of cinematic narratives in modern discourse. The interview showcased Pichai's unique perspective and contributions to the tech landscape.
    • Pichai, who is also the chief executive of Alphabet, Google's parent company, was talking a day after announcing several of Google's innovations in his keynote address at Google I/O connect, the company's annual developer conference. "AI tools for a lot of our products... India is number one country in terms of user base. To be able to serve them we're committed to bringing the same AI tools," Pichai said.
    • In the past, Microsoft's strategy was to embrace, extend, and extinguish (EEE) by using open standards to create tools, then adding proprietary extensions to dominate the market and control competitors. At Google's recent I/O 2024 developer conference, announcements included AI-driven photo search, a generative AI chatbot, and AI agents for personal assistants. However, many products, like text-to-image and text-to-music, are still in prototype stages. Google aims to integrate AI into all its products, leveraging its massive user base, unlike OpenAI, which, despite innovations, lacks Google's distribution power.
    • Google I/O 2024 highlighted Google's strides in AI, especially with Gemini models improving applications like Workspace and Chrome. They're launching AI-generated answers atop search results in the US, with a global rollout planned, impacting how over a billion users access information. While this promises streamlined searches, concerns about site traffic remain. Other innovations showcased include Veo for video creation, Gemini's expanded capabilities, and Project Astra, an ambitious AI assistant.
    • Google I/O 2024 is set to begin this year on Tuesday in Mountain View, California. The event promises a deep dive into Google's latest innovations, focusing on software updates, AI advancements, and more. The keynote, led by Sundar Pichai, will start at 10 AM Pacific Time (10:30 PM India Time) and will be live-streamed on Google's official YouTube channel. Expect insights into Android's future, updates on generative AI like Gemini AI, and potential teasers of upcoming Google hardware.
    • Ramesh Bhutada donates to HAF and Hindu University. Sundar Iyer highlights caste discrimination concerns. Community urged to be vigilant against false allegations. Important funds raised at HAF gala in Houston.
    • Sundar C's 'Aranmanai 4' has garnered attention on Twitter with mixed reviews from audiences. While some praised its entertainment value and performances, others noted drawbacks like repetitive scenes. Tamannaah Bhatia's stellar acting and Sundar C's direction have been highlighted positively. The film's box office prospects look promising, hinting at a potential success.
    • The director acknowledged that the moment was emotionally charged for them, given the challenges they had faced before their daughter's birth. He disclosed that his wife had been unwell and grappling with mental distress, as doctors had expressed doubts about her ability to conceive.
    • Sundar Pichai is approaching billionaire status, thanks to Google's stock surge under his leadership since 2015. The recent record-breaking earnings reflect AI-driven growth in cloud computing, with the company introducing its first dividend. Pichai's journey from humble beginnings in Chennai to tech success is a testament to hard work and sacrifice.
    • McKinsey & Company, known for its prestigious alumni and talent development programs, is facing scrutiny from the DOJ for its past advice to opioid companies. Notable alumni include Sundar Pichai, Sheryl Sandberg, and John Malone. Despite its reputation as a talent incubator, McKinsey has faced criticism for its work with Enron and the Saudi Arabian government. The DOJ's investigation adds to the challenges McKinsey faces as it navigates the post-pandemic era and adapts to changing client demands. The firm has not yet responded to requests for comment on the investigation or recent reports of overhiring.
    • Pichai commenced his tenure at Google in 2004 following his time at McKinsey & Company. Within Google, he supervised the product management division and spearheaded the development of groundbreaking products like Chrome and Chrome OS. His appointment as Google's CEO on August 10, 2015, followed his prior role as Product Chief under then-CEO Larry Page.
    • India skipper Rohit Sharma is not a fan of the IPL's 'Impact Player' rule, which allows teams to substitute a player during their respective innings as per match demands. This rule has raised eyebrows as players like Washington Sundar and Shivam Dube have only been used as power-hitters by Chennai Super Kings. Rohit believes that the rule is hindering the development of India all-rounders and that the game should be played by 11 players instead of 12.
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