From IPO dreams to a Google acquisition: Wiz's $23 billion journey

From IPO dreams to a Google acquisition: Wiz's $23 billion journey. Wiz, once focused on an IPO, ultimately embraced a massive buyout from Google, altering its growth trajectory. The acquisition is a testament to the fluctuating dynamics of the tech sector and investor influence.

Why Google needs Wiz to keep up with Amazon and Microsoft. Google does not have a cyber strategy like its cloud competitors, Microsoft and Amazon. It is trying to catch up quickly, but for that it needs Wiz.

Taboola lands Apple advertising deal, shares get much-needed boost. The agreement strengthens Taboola's portfolio of reselling contracts with one of the world's most well-known brands and gives Apple an opportunity to expand its advertising business.

Innovalve acquired for $300 million in cash by medical device giant Edwards Lifesciences. The Israeli startup has developed an artificial mitral valve that can be replaced using a minimally invasive catheter to help treat patients suffering from heart disease.

Ex-Amazon employee criticizes silence on colleague’s Hamas capture, Amazon defends approach. Sasha Trufanov has been held hostage by Hamas since October 7. “Our focus remains on supporting all efforts to bring Sasha home safely, and continuing to ensure his family is supported during this difficult time,” Amazon said in response. “All of a sudden people rediscover ‘institutional neutrality’,” says former colleague Joshua Burgin.