Google has officially completed the acquisition of Wiz, a cloud and AI security platform. Wiz will continue to operate under its own name within Google Cloud and will remain committed to supporting customers in multicloud environments.
The acquisition had been on the table for a while, but the deal has finally been struck. With this $32 billion acquisition, Google Cloud is further investing in the security of cloud environments and AI applications. As businesses and governments increasingly migrate their critical data and systems to the cloud, the need for stronger security solutions is growing. Wiz brings deep expertise in cloud security and code, expanding Google Cloud’s offerings.
Wiz provides a platform for preventing and addressing cyber incidents. The technology integrates with all major cloud providers, giving customers consistent security tools regardless of their platform choice. According to Google, this aligns seamlessly with the existing AI-powered security solutions within Google Cloud.
Joining forces for better threat detection
The integration of Wiz within Google Cloud creates a unified security platform. According to Google, organizations will be able to detect, prevent, and respond to threats faster and more efficiently. The combined solution also specifically targets new threats arising from the use of AI models, both as a means of attack and as a target.
The platform provides tools, processes, and policies applicable across all major cloud environments. This spans from the development phase to the live environment, ensuring companies are protected at every level. AI models are deployed to support security teams in hunting for new threats. Wiz products remain available on all major cloud platforms, including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Oracle Cloud. Furthermore, Google Cloud will continue to offer partner solutions through its Marketplace, ensuring customers maintain freedom of choice in their security strategy.