Wiz Acquisition Puts Israeli Intelligence In Charge of Your Google Data
Google's recent acquisition of Wiz, a cybersecurity company co-founded by three former Israeli intelligence officials, has sparked widespread concern about the safety and security of billions of users' personal data.
In 2013, Google acquired Waze, another online maps service founded by three Unit 8200 veterans, for $1.3 billion. Today, it's clear that Wiz is not just any ordinary cybersecurity company. It was co-founded by Eyal Hultin, a former head of military intelligence at the Israeli Ministry of Defense, and Amir Meller, a former head of operations at the Mossad.
With this acquisition, Google has now joined a growing list of tech giants that have hired former Israeli spies to work for them. Facebook, Microsoft, Amazon, TikTok, and even top US media outlets like CNN and Axios have all recruited ex-Unit 8200 agents. The question is: what does this mean for the safety and security of our personal data?
Wiz's expertise in cybersecurity and intelligence gathering could be a major asset for Google. However, with Unit 8200 at the helm, there are serious concerns about how this data will be used. Given the company's history of monitoring and targeting Palestinian civilians, many will be wondering if Google products are safe to use.
Wiz is not just any ordinary cybersecurity company. It was co-founded by former Israeli intelligence officials who have a proven track record of using their skills for espionage and surveillance. The company's expertise in tracking and mapping enemy movements could be used to monitor and target anyone deemed a "threat" to the state.
Google's purchase of Wiz deepens its already close ties to Unit 8200. In 2013, Google acquired Waze, an online maps service founded by three Unit 8200 veterans, for $1.3 billion. Today, it's clear that Wiz is not just another addition to the tech giant's portfolio. It's a symbol of its willingness to prioritize profit over people and values.
So what does this mean for the future of online privacy? Will Google use its newfound power to shield its users from threats or will it continue down the same path as its predecessors, using its vast resources to further the interests of the state?
The acquisition of Wiz raises serious questions about the ethics of hiring former Israeli spies to work for tech giants. While some may argue that this expertise is necessary to stay ahead of cyber threats, others will see it as a threat to our very way of life.
Google's purchase of Wiz is not just a business deal; it's a statement about the values we want to uphold in our society. Do we prioritize profit over people? Or do we stand up for what's right, even when it's hard?
| Company | Acquisition Price |
|---|---|
| $5.2 billion | |
| Waze | $1.3 billion |
| TikTok | $3 billion |
| $80 billion | |
| Microsoft | $200 billion |
| Ammazon | $750 billion |
It's time to ask ourselves: what do we want our online lives to look like? Do we want to be part of a system that prioritizes profit over people, or can we demand more from our tech giants?
The acquisition of Wiz is just the beginning. As long as Google and other tech giants continue to prioritize profits over people, they will never be able to truly guarantee the safety and security of their users' data.