In 2026, major non-cybersecurity companies like Alphabet, ServiceNow, Visa, and Accenture have become the biggest buyers in cybersecurity, acquiring firms to enhance their core services rather than sell security products. Alphabet's $32 billion purchase of Wiz strengthens its cloud security to drive Google Cloud growth. ServiceNow integrates incident management from detection to fix through acquisitions like Veza and Armis. Visa's $2.4 billion deal for BioCatch aims to reduce fraud in payments, while Accenture builds an operational technology security platform through multiple acquisitions. These moves reflect a broader trend where large companies with data challenges invest heavily in security to protect and expand their businesses, expanding the pool of cybersecurity acquirers beyond traditional vendors.
The shift of major non-cybersecurity companies into cybersecurity acquisitions is reflected in how some of these firms are performing on Pluang. Alphabet (GOOGL) trades at USD 342.34, down 0.34% as of Oct 05, 2026 19:12 WIB, while ServiceNow (NOW) is up 0.54% at USD 135.11. Visa (V) also shows a modest gain, trading at USD 361.39 with a 0.20% increase. These figures highlight the ongoing investor interest in companies expanding their cybersecurity capabilities.
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