Google to Acquire Wiz for $32 Billion, Strengthening Cloud Security in the AI Era
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. & NEW YORK, N.Y. (March 18, 2025) – Google LLC has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Wiz, Inc., a leading cloud security platform based in New York, for $32 billion in an all-cash transaction, subject to closing adjustments. Upon finalization, Wiz will become part of Google Cloud.
Enhancing Cloud Security and Multicloud Capabilities
The acquisition underscores Google Cloud’s commitment to two critical trends in the AI era:
- Strengthening Cloud Security: As AI adoption grows, cybersecurity threats are evolving, making robust protection essential for organizations worldwide.
- Advancing Multicloud Solutions: With businesses increasingly relying on multiple cloud providers, Google Cloud aims to simplify and secure multicloud operations.
Why Wiz?
Wiz has rapidly emerged as an industry leader, providing a user-friendly security platform compatible with all major cloud and code environments. Its solutions empower businesses, governments, and public sector organizations to safeguard their digital assets, preventing cyber threats and security breaches. Over the past year, Wiz has introduced innovative cybersecurity solutions, fueling its rapid growth.
The Strategic Impact of the Acquisition
The integration of Wiz with Google Cloud will bring substantial benefits, including:
- End-to-End Security Solutions: A comprehensive security platform tailored for businesses of all sizes.
- Automated Cybersecurity at Scale: Helping security teams streamline operations and reduce costs.
- Advanced Threat Protection: Defending against AI-driven cyber threats and enhancing breach response capabilities.
- Expanded Multicloud Security: Supporting seamless security across Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Oracle Cloud, and more.
- Broader Partner Ecosystem: Customers will continue to have access to Wiz’s solutions through Google Cloud Marketplace and partner security solutions.
Regulatory Approvals and Next Steps
The acquisition remains subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals. Wiz’s existing security solutions will continue to operate across all major cloud platforms, ensuring customers retain flexibility in their cloud security choices.
Leadership Insights
Sundar Pichai, CEO, Google: “Google has always been a leader in online security. As businesses and governments demand stronger protection and greater flexibility in cloud computing, our collaboration with Wiz will drive innovation in cybersecurity and multicloud security.”
Thomas Kurian, CEO, Google Cloud: “Google Cloud and Wiz share a vision of simplifying cybersecurity for organizations of all sizes. By combining forces, we aim to reduce the cost and complexity of cybersecurity while enhancing protection against emerging threats.”
Assaf Rappaport, CEO, Wiz: “Joining Google Cloud marks an exciting step for Wiz and our customers. We remain dedicated to securing businesses across all major cloud platforms, now with the added expertise and resources of Google Cloud.”
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Investor Webcast Details
Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG, GOOGL) will host a webcast on March 18, 2025, at 6:00 AM PT / 9:00 AM ET. Key executives, including Sundar Pichai, Thomas Kurian, Assaf Rappaport, and Anat Ashkenazi (CFO, Google & Alphabet), will discuss the acquisition. The webcast can be accessed live at: YouTube Link. A replay will be available for two weeks.
For further details, visit the Google Cloud blog and Wiz blog.
Source: Google Cloud blog and Wiz blog – Google announces agreement to acquire Wiz
