Analysts are calling for Google CEO Sundar Pichai to resign despite company growth under his leadership – here’s why – Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL)

Alphabet Inc. Google (NASDAQ:GOOG) is at a crossroads, with increased scrutiny of its ability to keep pace with its competitors.

This has led to increasing calls within the tech community for a change in leadership at the helm of tech giants, particularly CEOs. Sundar Pichai.

ben thompsonThe Stratechery analyst and author recently suggested that Google is in need of significant change, which may require a change in leadership, including the possibility of replacing Mr. Pichai.

His sentiments were echoed by Bernstein’s Internet analysts. mark schmulikquestioned whether the current management team is fit to steer Google as it enters the age of AI.

Google’s recent failures, including notable errors with AI chatbots, Business Insider reports bard During a public demonstration, it highlighted the company’s struggle to innovate rapidly amid bureaucratic hurdles.

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Thompson wrote in his newsletter that Google needs change, which means “getting rid of those who allowed the former to run amok, from CEO Sundar Pichai on down.”

“The recent turmoil only adds to the question of whether this is the right management team to lead Google into its next era,” Shmulik said in a statement.

Pichai, who took over the reins of Google in 2015 and Alphabet in 2019, has been praised for his steady leadership and diplomatic handling of regulatory challenges. Under his leadership, Google’s market capitalization rose from more than $400 billion to about $1.7 trillion. However, the current state of AI innovation and competition has sparked debate about the company’s direction and leadership effectiveness.

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Business Insider has reported concerns that Google is starting to “stagnate,” noting that current and former employees feel the company’s innovation engine is slowing down.

This sentiment is further exacerbated by the technology industry’s rapid shift toward AI-driven solutions, with competitors quickly bringing new products to market.

Meanwhile, Gartner’s predictions suggest that AI alternatives will reduce traditional search volume by 25% by 2026, highlighting the urgent need for Google to adapt.

As the tech world watches, the question remains whether Sundar Pichai will continue to lead Google and Alphabet into this new era.

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