Google Acquires Wiz for $32 Billion to Strengthen Cloud Security

Alphabet's largest-ever acquisition aims to enhance its cloud business and compete with Microsoft and Amazon while facing potential regulatory challenges.

Alphabet has announced a $32 billion all-cash deal to acquire cybersecurity startup Wiz, marking the largest acquisition in the company's history.
The acquisition is intended to bolster Google Cloud's security offerings with Wiz's AI-powered solutions, addressing rising threats in the AI era.
Wiz's products will remain available across major cloud platforms, including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Oracle Cloud, even after the acquisition.
The deal, expected to close in 2026, is subject to regulatory approval and could face scrutiny under the Trump administration's antitrust policies.
Wiz, founded in 2020, has rapidly grown into a leading cybersecurity firm, with a valuation of $12 billion in 2024 and projected revenue of $1 billion in 2025.