Cognition acquires Windsurf after key employees hired by Google

Cognition, the creator of the AI coding agent Devin, has acquired Windsurf shortly after Google hired Windsurf's CEO, co-founder, and research leaders in a $2.4 billion reverse-acquihire deal. The acquisition of Windsurf by Cognition follows the departure of key personnel to Google, impacting the startup's team and future direction.
  • Cognition, the creator of the AI coding agent Devin, has acquired Windsurf shortly after Google hired Windsurf’s CEO, co-founder, and research leaders in a $2.4 billion reverse-acquihire deal.
  • The acquisition of Windsurf by Cognition follows the departure of key personnel to Google, impacting the startup’s team and future direction.

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