Google has announced its agreement to acquire Wiz, a leading cloud security platform, for $32 billion in an all-cash transaction. Following regulatory approval and customary closing conditions, Wiz will become part of Google Cloud.

This acquisition is aimed at strengthening cloud security and expanding multicloud capabilities, addressing growing cybersecurity challenges in the AI-driven era. Wiz offers a user-friendly security platform that integrates with major cloud providers, helping businesses, governments, and enterprises prevent cyber incidents.

Google Cloud's expertise in AI and security innovation will enhance Wiz’s solutions, making them more scalable and effective. The integration will focus on improving security automation, reducing security costs, protecting against AI-driven threats, and accelerating the adoption of multicloud environments. Wiz will continue operating across all major cloud providers, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Oracle Cloud.

Executives from both companies emphasized their shared commitment to simplifying cybersecurity and preventing breaches through AI-driven security solutions. A webcast discussing the acquisition will be available for replay on YouTube for two weeks.