Windsurf Execs and Researchers Join Google DeepMind After OpenAI Deal Collapses

Jul 11, 2025
TechCrunch
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Summary

In a major shakeup, Windsurf's CEO, co-founder, and top researchers defect to Google DeepMind after OpenAI's $3 billion acquisition falls through, with Google paying $2.4 billion to license Windsurf's technology and hire its key personnel.

Key Points

  • Windsurf's CEO and co-founder join Google DeepMind along with top researchers
  • OpenAI's $3 billion acquisition of Windsurf falls apart
  • Google pays $2.4 billion to license Windsurf's technology and hire its leaders

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