Google Nears Record $23 Billion Deal to Acquire Cybersecurity Firm Wiz

Google parent Alphabet is in advanced discussions to acquire cybersecurity startup Wiz for approximately $23 billion, according to sources familiar with the situation.

The Wall Street Journal reported that the deal, if finalized, would be Google’s largest acquisition to date. The negotiations are progressing, and a final agreement could be reached soon, provided the talks do not fall through.

Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet, has been steering the company towards strengthening its cybersecurity capabilities, and this acquisition marks a significant move in that direction.