Google competes with Amazon and Microsoft with a massive deal in cybersecurity!

In a strategic move to strengthen its dominance in the cloud computing sector, Alphabet, Google's parent company, announced its acquisition of the cybersecurity startup "Wiz" in a historic deal valued at $32 billion, making it the largest acquisition in the technology sector in 2025.

Why did Google acquire Wiz?

This step comes as part of Google's efforts to enhance its cloud security, at a time when the risks of cyberattacks are increasing, driven by the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence technologies. Despite the leadership of Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure in the cloud services market, Google is seeking to expand its share by investing in the latest cybersecurity technologies.

Previous acquisition attempts and delays due to regulatory scrutiny

This was not the first attempt, as Alphabet had negotiated with Wiz in 2023 to acquire the company for $23 billion, but regulatory concerns and the lengthy approval process led to the cancellation of the deal at that time. However, Google returned to finalize the deal this year amid the growing need to enhance cloud data security.

How does the deal affect competition in the cloud computing market?

Through this acquisition, Google aims to close the gap with its competitors, as cybersecurity has become a top priority in the cloud computing world. "Wiz" is considered one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity companies, making it a strong addition to Google's cloud services ecosystem.

Legal challenges that may face the deal

This acquisition comes at a time when mergers and acquisitions are slowing due to economic fluctuations and political instability. The deal is expected to undergo rigorous scrutiny from U.S. regulatory authorities, making it an important test of antitrust policies under the Trump administration.

On the trading front, Alphabet's shares (NASDAQ: GOOG) recorded losses of 2.49% or about $4.14 per share, trading near levels of $162.43 during U.S. stock market transactions.

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