November 6, 2025

Hold onto your seats, tech fans! The U.S. Justice Department just said a big 'Yes!' to Alphabet, Google's parent company, to buy the buzzing cybersecurity firm Wiz. At a mind-blowing $32 billion, this would be Alphabet's biggest ever buy! Wiz CEO Assaf Rappaport shared the exciting news during a Wall Street Journal event on Tuesday, marking a huge milestone on this thrilling journey. What’s the big deal about Wiz? It’s a hotshot company in cybersecurity, and Alphabet plans to fold Wiz into Google’s cloud division. This move is aimed at upgrading Google's defenses, helping businesses keep their data locked tight against cyber threats. "Definitely, this is an important milestone, but we're still in the journey between signing and closing," said Assaf Rappaport, keeping the anticipation alive. Before this thumbs-up, there were some worried eyebrows. Back in June, Bloomberg had reported that U.S. antitrust officials were checking if the deal might squash competition. But now, with DOJ approval in hand, the coast seems clearer. Yet, the final 'Yes!' needs to come from other countries too before the big finish. A Google spokesperson told Reuters, "We look forward to completing the review process in other jurisdictions. The acquisition of Wiz is expected to close in 2026, subject to customary closing conditions." The DOJ and Wiz kept quiet when Reuters asked for more comments. So, get ready! Google's next move could change the game in cybersecurity, making our digital world safer and smarter. The countdown to 2026 begins, and the tech world is all eyes and ears!

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