Google’s $32b Wiz deal to strengthen multicloud protection

Google is acquiring cybersecurity firm Wiz for US$32 billion, its largest deal ever, with the acquisition set to close in 2026 amid growing cloud adoption.

The deal aims to strengthen Google Cloud’s security for multicloud environments, as CEO Sundar Pichai emphasizes the need to address evolving cyber threats.

Google Cloud CEO, Thomas Kurian, noted that modern cloud deployments span multiple environments, and Wiz’s security solutions will complement Google’s existing offerings.

The acquisition highlights the link between AI and cybersecurity, with Kurian warning that AI-related threats are rising and Wiz’s technology will help enhance cloud security.

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