Huan Qiu Wang·2025-08-17 05:37Group 1 - The article highlights that in 2024, CEOs of major US tech companies, including Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon, are expected to spend over $45 million on security, with Meta's Mark Zuckerberg alone accounting for $27 million, which is 26% more than the total security spending of other CEOs combined [1][3] - The increase in security expenditures is attributed to rising threats, notably following the assassination of UnitedHealth Group's CEO Brian Thompson in December 2023, which has heightened concerns for executive safety [3] - Zuckerberg's security budget has risen by $3 million from $24 million in 2023, while other companies like Nvidia and Google have also increased their spending, with Nvidia's CEO spending $3.5 million and Google's CEO spending $6.8 million [3][4] Group 2 - The security industry in Silicon Valley is experiencing significant growth, with companies like Hamilton Security, founded by a former FBI agent, providing various services from risk assessment to fortified housing [3] - In response to escalating security risks, some companies have removed executive photos from their websites and implemented stricter travel policies, such as Lockheed Martin requiring its CEO to use a private jet [4] - Meta has not yet commented on Zuckerberg's security expenditures, indicating a potential lack of transparency regarding executive safety measures [4]