Much has been written about Google’s recent M&A leak (HubSpot and Wiz) so I wanted to share why this isn’t unique. 

Leak with HubSpot is not unusual for tech horizontal acquisitions such as the rumored Salesforce / Twitter or PayPal / Pinterest deals. It’s a way for the company (and its bankers) to test investor reception. 

Re: Wiz leak, would not be surprised if VC investors leaked it. It’s a huge return in a short period of time (only 4y since founding). Not clear that the leak came from Google.

Leaks are not uncommon in the tech industry, especially with high-profile M&A deals. They can serve as a way to gauge investor interest and create buzz around the companies involved. The leak surrounding Google's acquisitions of HubSpot and Wiz follows a pattern seen in similar situations with other tech giants. It's all part of the game in the world of tech acquisitions.