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2.23.26
Firm Advises Arcellx on $7.8 Billion Acquisition by Gilead
On February 23, 2026, Gilead Sciences announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Arcellx, a biotechnology company focused on delivering a new class of innovative immunotherapies for patients with cancer and other incurable diseases, for $115 per share in cash at closing and one contingent value right of $5 per share, which represents an implied equity value of $7.8 billion payable at closing. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Arcellx on the transaction.
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1.23.26
Wilson Sonsini Advises Brex on $5.15 Billion Acquisition by Capital One
On January 22, 2026, Capital One announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Brex, in a combination of stock and cash transaction valued at $5.15 billion. Brex is a modern, AI-native software platform offering intelligent finance solutions that make it easy for businesses to issue corporate cards, automate expense management, and make secure, real-time payments. The transaction is expected to close in the middle of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Brex on the transaction.
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11.17.25
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Elects 12 Attorneys to Partner
PALO ALTO, CA (November 17, 2025)—Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, today announced the election of 12 new partners from within the firm’s attorney ranks. The promotions will take effect on February 1, 2026.
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8.19.25
Firm Advises Jolt Software on Acquisition by Digi International
On August 18, 2025, Digi International Inc., a leading global provider of business and mission-critical Internet of Things (IoT) products, services, and solutions, announced its acquisition of Jolt Software, Inc., a leading solutions provider to the convenience store and food and beverage industries. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Jolt Software on the transaction.
The acquisition marks a significant milestone for Digi’s SmartSense® business in advancing operational intelligence and compliance automation across foodservice, grocery, convenience, healthcare, and other verticals. It supports Digi’s strategy to expand annual recurring revenues (ARR) through high-value, scalable subscription offerings. Jolt will be integrated into SmartSense and will report results as part of the IoT Solutions segment.
The Wilson Sonsini team that advised Jolt on the transaction included:
The acquisition marks a significant milestone for Digi’s SmartSense® business in advancing operational intelligence and compliance automation across foodservice, grocery, convenience, healthcare, and other verticals. It supports Digi’s strategy to expand annual recurring revenues (ARR) through high-value, scalable subscription offerings. Jolt will be integrated into SmartSense and will report results as part of the IoT Solutions segment.
The Wilson Sonsini team that advised Jolt on the transaction included:
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6.20.25
Wilson Sonsini Advises Couchbase on $1.5 Billion Acquisition by Haveli Investments
Couchbase, the developer data platform for critical applications in AI, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Haveli Investments, a technology-focused investment firm, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.5 billion. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is advising Couchbase on the transaction.
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6.06.25
Firm Advises IonQ on Acquisition of Lightsynq Technologies
On May 30, 2025, IonQ, a leading commercial quantum computing and networking company, completed its acquisition of Lightsynq Technologies Inc., a Boston-based startup founded by former Harvard University quantum memory experts. The addition of Lightsynq’s team and intellectual property is expected to significantly accelerate IonQ’s quantum networking and quantum computing roadmaps. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised IonQ on the transaction.
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5.28.25
Wilson Sonsini Advises Zscaler on Acquisition of Red Canary
On May 27, 2025, Zscaler, Inc., the leader in cloud security, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Red Canary, a recognized leader in managed detection and response (MDR) solutions. With the acquisition, Zscaler will further enhance its AI-powered security operations capabilities by integrating Red Canary’s MDR technology and expertise. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Zscaler on the transaction.
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5.08.25
Firm Advises IonQ on Agreement to Acquire Lightsynq Technologies
On May 7, 2025, IonQ, a leading commercial quantum computing and networking company, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Lightsynq Technologies Inc., a Boston-based start-up founded by former Harvard University quantum memory experts. Lightsynq’s team and IP are expected to significantly accelerate both IonQ’s quantum networking and quantum computing roadmaps. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is advising IonQ on the transaction.
Lightsynq was founded by former Harvard quantum networking experts and Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Networking leaders Dr. Mihir Bhaskar (CEO), Dr. Bart Machielse (CTO), and Dr. David Levonian (CPO) with the goal of building the leading photonic interconnect platform to enable high-fidelity, multi-nodal qubit operations. Lightsynq’s approach not only supports modular scalability, but also advances fault-tolerance for creating the world’s most powerful interconnected quantum systems. Lightsynq’s unique architecture provides a powerful platform to support IonQ’s quantum computers and advance the company’s quantum networking roadmap.
IonQ will also acquire ownership of Lightsynq’s portfolio of over 20 technology patents and patent applications related to quantum memory, further strengthening IonQ’s growing intellectual property position.
The Wilson Sonsini team advising IonQ on the acquisition includes:
M&A
Rich Mullen
Brian Chan
Hallee Moore
Elia Perez Villamarin
Austin Wolfe
Melis Kilic
Matt Katona
Lightsynq was founded by former Harvard quantum networking experts and Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Networking leaders Dr. Mihir Bhaskar (CEO), Dr. Bart Machielse (CTO), and Dr. David Levonian (CPO) with the goal of building the leading photonic interconnect platform to enable high-fidelity, multi-nodal qubit operations. Lightsynq’s approach not only supports modular scalability, but also advances fault-tolerance for creating the world’s most powerful interconnected quantum systems. Lightsynq’s unique architecture provides a powerful platform to support IonQ’s quantum computers and advance the company’s quantum networking roadmap.
IonQ will also acquire ownership of Lightsynq’s portfolio of over 20 technology patents and patent applications related to quantum memory, further strengthening IonQ’s growing intellectual property position.
The Wilson Sonsini team advising IonQ on the acquisition includes:
M&A
Rich Mullen
Brian Chan
Hallee Moore
Elia Perez Villamarin
Austin Wolfe
Melis Kilic
Matt Katona
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4.09.25
Wilson Sonsini Advises Marvell on Infineon's $2.5 Billion Acquisition of Automotive Ethernet Business
On April 8, 2025, Marvell Technology, a leader in data infrastructure semiconductor solutions, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement under which Infineon Technologies will acquire Marvell's Automotive Ethernet business in an all-cash transaction valued at $2.5 billion. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Marvell on the transaction.
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3.05.25
Wilson Sonsini Advises Alianza on Acquisition of Metaswitch
On March 4, 2025, Alianza, Inc., the world’s first cloud-orchestrated, AI-powered communications platform dedicated to service providers, announced the completion of its acquisition of Metaswitch from Microsoft, executing on the Definitive Agreement announced in December 2024. Financing of the transaction was provided by existing Alianza investors and a syndicate of commercial banks led by Wells Fargo. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Alianza on the transaction.
The combined offerings of Metaswitch and Alianza will enable service providers to close a massive gap in their ability to grow services revenue and improve operational efficiency by modernizing core networks, unlocking new innovative offerings, and ultimately transforming network operations. With the close of this transaction, Alianza will serve a combined customer base of more than 1,000 communication service providers, including 19 of the top 20 global operators. Alianza will continue to support Metaswitch’s existing product offerings while integrating its cloud-native technology into a unified product portfolio.
The Wilson Sonsini team that advised Alianza on the transaction includes:
The combined offerings of Metaswitch and Alianza will enable service providers to close a massive gap in their ability to grow services revenue and improve operational efficiency by modernizing core networks, unlocking new innovative offerings, and ultimately transforming network operations. With the close of this transaction, Alianza will serve a combined customer base of more than 1,000 communication service providers, including 19 of the top 20 global operators. Alianza will continue to support Metaswitch’s existing product offerings while integrating its cloud-native technology into a unified product portfolio.
The Wilson Sonsini team that advised Alianza on the transaction includes:
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2.27.25
Wilson Sonsini Advises IonQ on Acquiring Controlling Stake in ID Quantique
On February 26, 2025, IonQ, a leader in the quantum computing and networking industries, announced that it has reached a definitive agreement with SK Telecom, the largest wireless telecommunications operator in South Korea, and Geneva-based ID Quantique, a global leader in quantum safe networking and sensing, to acquire a controlling stake in ID Quantique. Additionally, IonQ expects to enter into a strategic partnership focused on quantum with SK Telecom. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is advising IonQ on the transactions.
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6.27.24
Wilson Sonsini Advises Infinera on Acquisition by Nokia
On June 27, 2024, Nokia and Infinera, a global supplier of innovative open optical networking solutions and advanced optical semiconductors, announced a definitive agreement under which Nokia will acquire Infinera in a transaction valuing the company at $6.65 per share or an enterprise value of US$2.3 billion. At least 70 percent of the consideration will be paid in cash and Infinera’s shareholders can elect to receive up to 30 percent of the aggregate consideration in the form of Nokia ADSs. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Infinera on the transaction.