Google has announced its intention to acquire @Wiz for $32bn, subject to regulatory approval. Huge congrats to @AssafRappaport, @amiluttwak, Roy Reznik, Yinon Costica and their team for building a once-in-a-generation company. A few thoughts on their extraordinary journey.

That confidence was fueled by the rare combination of a brilliant team, a market primed for disruption, and first-class technology. Wiz was -- and is – truly firing on all cylinders, and it is their unique set of assets that sets it up to be a generational, cybersecurity giant.

As an investor you have a responsibility to weigh in on risk and capital allocation. This growth was unprecedented, and therefore, uncomfortable. In the absence of precedent, I leaned on the signals in front of me to get the confidence to encourage the team to press onward.

.@wiz_io has navigated uncharted territory from the beginning. At a year1 Board meeting, @Asaff_rappaport shared the rev forecast of $8M had come in at >5x. Some in the room were understandably cautious, I had a different take: “I’m uncomfortable, but I want to be uncomfortable.”

Congrats @wiz_io - No.15 on the @Forbes Cloud 100 list, 67 spots higher than last year. This recognition is a testament to the hard work of @assaf_rappaport, Yinon Costica, @ReznikRoy, @amiluttwak, @RaazHerzberg, Colin Jones & the entire Wiz team 📷.

I’ve worked with @assaf_rappaport for 10+ years & backed him since day.1. He's truly exceptional. Witnessing @wiz_io blow past growth.expectations is a true privilege. Hear Assaf share his insights in.this must watch interview for any aspiring founder.

Today, @wiz_io continues to set the mold for a new kind of company with another $300M in funding and a robust US expansion plan. Congrats to @assaf_rappaport and the team who continue to take share of the cyber market with record-setting growth!

The team @wiz_io is demonstrating incredible commitment in the fight against discrimination and in support of democracy in Israel. @IndexVentures stands with Wiz in upholding the right of equal opportunity for all.

RT @TechAtBloomberg: Join us this Thursday night (5:30 PM EDT) for our first *in-person* Cornell Tech @ Bloomberg Speaker Series session si….

Finally… we got into the most important topic: food. Albert said @artichokepizza was his favorite slice, and K-Town is the neighborhood of choice for a team celebration. Always a great time catching up with our founders.

Specifically, Albert mentioned that @EniacVC and @ParameterVC run some great meetups and @Work_Bench also hosts events in the enterprise tech space. He also found his investors, other entrepreneurs and alumni networks to be especially helpful.

After 10+ years in the city, Albert has created his own vast network. To build your own, he recommended….1) Attending under-the-radar events to discover niche groups.2) Reaching out to interesting people and asking for a coffee.3) Organizing your own gatherings.

He also mentioned the incredible growth in #enterprise & #data startups, and the deep network that has been built in NYC. Albert himself is part of a growing network of alumni from superstar companies that have successfully exited and are now looking to explore new projects.

1) A mix of energy, drive, and pragmatism. 2) Diversity of talent. 3) Proximity to other east coast tech hubs & optimal time zone.

I asked him why he set up shop in NYC, and his reasons were similar to mine for moving here….

This week, @IndexVentures will convene during @NYCTechWeek and celebrate our new office in the city. Our global team will be chatting w/ founders on the ground and there aren’t many better than @alwang, an early PM at @datadoghq, to share what makes the city so special 🧵⬇️

Congrats @zoink, @evanwallace, and the entire @Figma team on this exciting milestone!.

7] Congrats @assaf_rappaport, Yinon Costica, @ReznikRoy, @amiluttwak, Colin Jones, @ryantcarlson, Anthony Belfiore, @RaazHerzberg & the entire @wiz_io team. We can all learn from your combo of perspective on an enormous market + consistent, high-quality, unconventional decisions.

6] To successfully navigate these obstacles,the @wiz_io team remained driven by their deep commitment to first principles. The result? A first-of-its-kind company, because unconventional choices are necessary for unprecedented results.

5/ With this unconventional approach came 3 challenges most startups don’t have the skill or will to tackle: . [1] Identify & address human challenges.[2] Balance complexity with simplicity .[3] Invest in the right people at the right time.