It was on, then off, and now it’s officially on again—this time for a much bigger price tag. Google has finalized its $32 billion acquisition of cloud security startup Wiz, making it one of the largest deals in tech history. The Equity podcast dove deep into the details, unpacking the reasons behind the acquisition, its implications, and how it all unfolded.
Who are the biggest winners?
Sequoia Capital takes home the venture capital (VC) prize for the largest total payout, but an Israeli-based VC firm, Cyberstarts, scored the biggest percentage win. Tune in to the full episode to hear exactly how much they gained, along with other key insights on the deal and what the breakup fee could be if things go south.
Other Highlights from the Episode:
- Nvidia’s GTC Conference: Max’s thoughts on the biggest announcements and developments.
- Klarna IPO: What the Equity team liked, loved, and found concerning.
- Rippling vs. Deel: The controversy surrounding these HR companies and allegations of corporate espionage.
- Waymo’s Expansion: Details on its new agreement to map the roadways at San Francisco Airport.
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