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EPISODE · Jul 17, 2025 · 26 MIN

The War for Windsurf: The $3B AI Coding Agent (OpenAI vs Google vs Cognition)

from Limitless: An AI Podcast · host Limitless

Windsurf has had a tumultuous few weeks. The AI Coding startup's $3 billion acquisition by OpenAI fell through, leaving its 250 employees in turmoil. We discuss the tension between corporate ambitions and employee welfare, spotlighting the ethical dilemmas in the tech industry. Following the drama, Cognition steps in to acquire Windsurf's assets, providing remaining employees with a second chance. Tune in for key insights on corporate responsibility and the harsh realities of startup life.------💫 LIMITLESS | SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOWhttps://limitless.bankless.com/https://x.com/LimitlessFT------TIMESTAMPS00:00 Setting The Stage03:55 How Does It Work?08:24 The $3 Billion Dollar Rug Pull11:48 What Led To This14:47 Why Are They Worth SO MUCH?18:50 New Acquisition!21:53 Who Really Wins Here?------RESOURCESJosh: https://x.com/Josh_KaleEjaaz:https://x.com/cryptopunk7213------Not financial or tax advice. See our investment disclosures here:https://www.bankless.com/disclosures⁠

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