**Google CEO Sundar Pichai testifies before US House Judiciary Committee**
**CEO of Google Sundar Pichai testified before the US House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday to answer questions about the company’s impact on competition, privacy, and disinformation.**
During the hearing, Pichai defended Google’s practices, arguing that the company’s products and services are beneficial to consumers and that it competes fairly in the marketplace.
However, members of the committee raised concerns about Google’s dominance in the search engine market, its collection and use of user data, and its role in spreading misinformation.
**Here are some of the key issues that were discussed during the hearing:**
* **Competition:** Members of the committee questioned whether Google’s dominance in the search engine market gives it an unfair advantage over its competitors. Pichai argued that Google competes fairly and that there are other search engines available to consumers.
* **Privacy:** Members of the committee expressed concerns about Google’s collection and use of user data. Pichai said that Google is committed to protecting user privacy and that users have control over their data.
* **Disinformation:** Members of the committee asked Pichai about Google’s role in spreading misinformation. Pichai said that Google is committed to fighting misinformation and that the company has taken steps to reduce the spread of false information on its platforms.
The hearing was part of a broader investigation into the power of large technology companies. The committee is expected to release a report on its findings later this year.
**Reaction to the hearing**
The hearing was met with mixed reactions. Some observers praised Pichai for his willingness to answer questions and for his defense of Google’s practices. Others criticized Pichai for not being more forthcoming and for not providing more concrete answers to the committee’s questions.
It remains to be seen what the long-term impact of the hearing will be. However, it is clear that the issue of the power of large technology companies is a major concern for policymakers and regulators.
**Additional information**
* [Google CEO Sundar Pichai testifies before House Judiciary Committee](https://www.cnbc.com/2022/12/07/google-ceo-sundar-pichai-testifies-before-house-judiciary-committee.html)
* [Google CEO Sundar Pichai defends company before House Judiciary Committee](https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2022/12/07/google-ceo-sundar-pichai-house-judiciary-committee/)
* [Google CEO Sundar Pichai testifies on Capitol Hill](https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/07/technology/google-sundar-pichai-testimony.html).
