Google has a “check and balance” against “political bias”

NP NEWS 24 ONLINE: On Monday morning, Sundar Pichai appeared at the House Judiciary Committee where Google was under fire for several reasons-on issues around political bias, data security and its domination on internet.

Countering that, Pichai was seen arguing that the core principle of its business is to maintain trust on user and clear the air on “political bias”.

Privacy and security are essential parts of Google’s mission, and that the company is committed to working with the US government “to keep our country safe and secure.”

Pichai was also seen strongly denying claims by President Donald Trump and his backers earlier this year that Google operates with a political agenda that suppresses conservative voices.

He quoted, “Users also look to us to provide accurate, trusted information. We work hard to ensure the integrity of our products, and we’ve put a number of checks and balances in place to ensure they continue to live up to our standards.”

Pichai said Google strives to offer “platforms for diverse perspectives and opinions” without promoting its own agenda.

“I lead this company without political bias and work to ensure that our products continue to operate that way. To do otherwise would go against our core principles and our business interests,” he said.

Google, which earlier speeded up the shutdown of its Google+ social network after a second data security bug was discovered — supports federal privacy legislation, without offering specifics.

“Protecting the privacy and security of our users has long been an essential part of our mission. The tech CEO also sought to allay concerns that Google was snubbing American values by its decision this year to drop out of the bidding for a major Pentagon cloud computing project.

“It’s no coincidence that a company dedicated to the free flow of information was founded right here in the US. As an American company, we cherish the values and freedoms that have allowed us to grow and serve so many users, “he added.