In a landmark $32 billion deal, Google has announced the acquisition of Wiz, Inc., a leading cloud security platform based in New York.
The move aims to enhance Google Cloud’s security capabilities and accelerate multi-cloud adoption in the AI era.
Pending regulatory approvals, the deal will integrate Wiz into Google Cloud, reinforcing cybersecurity solutions across all major cloud platforms.
Why It Matters
- Cybersecurity threats have become a top concern as businesses expand AI and cloud operations.
- Wiz’s platform offers real-time risk prevention and secures startups, enterprises, and governments globally.
- Google Cloud will scale Wiz’s solutions, improving security automation and reducing the cost of cyber defense.
What Google and Wiz Leaders Are Saying
Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google & Alphabet:
“From its earliest days, Google’s strong security focus has made us a leader in keeping people safe online. This acquisition turbocharges cloud security and multi-cloud capabilities.”
Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud:
“Our joint vision is to simplify and expand access to cutting-edge cybersecurity for businesses of all sizes.”
Assaf Rappaport, CEO of Wiz:
“This is a milestone for our company and customers. Partnering with Google Cloud will help us continue to prevent cyberattacks and improve security at scale.”
With AI-driven cyber threats on the rise, Google’s Wiz acquisition positions it as a dominant player in cloud security.
