According to a new study, threats of violence against senior executives, particularly in large US technology companies, have increased significantly in the last two years. According to a survey conducted by security company Allied Universal with 2,352 security managers in 31 countries, the greatest increase in threats was seen in the US technology sector.
Allied CEO Steve Jones stated that executive protection measures have doubled since the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last year.
According to Jones, security assessments conducted in the first half of this year were five>more than the total of previous years.42% of security managers participating in the survey said that threats have increased significantly, and this rate reached 66% in US technology companies.
Misinformation and disinformation campaigns stand out as one of the most significant sources of threats.Executives, especially in the technology, defense, and pharmaceutical sectors, can become targets due to their statements on political or sensitive issues (e.g., the Gaza conflict).
Companies are increasing personal security measures to protect their executives and their families, conducting risk assessments during travel, and monitoring online threats.
According to Reuters, many large organizations are now allocating much higher budgets for security; For example, HSBC plans to increase its camera and biometric access systems.
