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Google is in talks for a $1.5 billion-plus deal with AI coding agent startup Mechanize
Google is in advanced talks with AI coding startup Mechanize for a potential $1.5 billion-plus deal involving talent acquisition and technology licensing. The agreement aims to enhance Google's AI coding capabilities, with Mechanize's team focusing on model evaluation and development. Mechanize, valued at $500 million, has raised $9.1 million and is backed by investors including former GitHub CEO Nat Friedman.
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