Cognition AI Acquires Windsurf in $2.4 Billion AI Talent and Tech Deal
Cognition AI has acquired rival Windsurf amid escalating competition among tech giants like Google, Meta, and OpenAI to dominate AI talent and technology, following Google's $2.4 billion investment in Windsurf. The deal aims to benefit all Windsurf employees through financial participation and accelerated vesting, as the industry sees a surge in strategic investments and acquisitions to secure AI leadership.