Published Jul 26, 2024
Alphabet is clearly looking to buy, so who's selling, and why did Wiz say no?
Rebecca Szkutak delves into the latest M&A trends, revealing Wiz's surprising rejection of Alphabet's $23 billion offer amid antitrust concerns and fintech's regulatory hurdles impacting companies like Synapse and Mercury. Meanwhile, Mary Azevedo highlights the competitive landscape of legal tech as Clio and Harvey navigate significant fundraising rounds.

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