Google to Pay $2.4 Billion to License Windsurf Tech, Hire CEO and AI Researchers
Google has announced a $2.4 billion deal to license the technology of coding startup Windsurf and hire its CEO, Varun Mohan, along with key researchers. The agreement involves acquiring the technology and bringing in the CEO and R&D team to enhance Google's capabilities in the coding and AI sectors. This strategic move aims to strengthen Google's position in the market, expand its technological offerings, and boost agentic coding initiatives amidst fierce competition in the AI sector.