Google’s $32 Billion Acquisition of Wiz: What’s Next?
The Acquisition
It was on, then off, and now it’s on again – and this time for a lot more money. The Equity podcast has dug into Google’s $32 billion acquisition of cloud security startup Wiz. There was a lot to unpack: the why, the how, and what it means.
Who Wins?
And of course, there was the "who wins" part. Sequoia takes home the VC prize for total payout. But another plucky VC out of Israel called Cyberstarts had the largest percentage win. Tune in to find out just how much, plus the crew’s other insights on the deal and the breakup fee if it fails.
What to Expect in the Full Episode
Listen to the full episode to hear about:
- What Max thought about Nvidia’s GTC conference, plus a roundup of the important news from the event
- What the Equity team liked, loved, and was wary about with the Klarna IPO
- The drama surrounding HR companies Rippling and Deel and an alleged spy
- Waymo’s deal to begin mapping the roadways at the San Francisco Airport and what the autonomous vehicle company agreed to
What’s Next?
Equity will be back next week, so stay tuned!
About Equity
Equity is TechCrunch’s flagship podcast, produced by Theresa Loconsolo, and posts every Wednesday and Friday. Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and all the casts. You can also follow Equity on X and Threads, at @EquityPod. For the full episode transcript, for those who prefer reading over listening, check out our full archive of episodes here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the acquisition price of Wiz by Google?
A: $32 billion
Q: Which VC firm won the largest percentage of the deal?
A: Cyberstarts, an Israeli VC firm
Q: What is the breakup fee in case the deal fails?
A: Unspecified
Q: What does the acquisition mean for the future of cloud security?
A: To be determined, but the Equity team will be discussing the implications in their next episode.
