WSJ Tech News Briefing TNB Tech Minute: Blackstone Leads $400 Million Investment in Cybersecurity Firm
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Dec 17, 2025 A major investment from Blackstone of $400 million in the cybersecurity firm Syara highlights the rising importance of AI in security. In other news, Caroline Ellison, a key figure in the FTX case, is released early to community confinement. Plus, the Oscars are making a groundbreaking move to YouTube starting in 2029, ushering in a new era for live broadcasts. Tune in for the latest tech developments!
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Big Bet On AI Security Valuations
- Blackstone is leading a $400 million investment that values Syara at $9 billion.
- Investor interest reflects confidence in AI security after Google's $32 billion Wiz acquisition.
Key FTX Witness Leaves Prison Early
- Caroline Ellison, a star FTX witness, left prison early for community confinement.
- Her guilty plea and testimony helped convict Sam Bankman-Fried and influenced his 25-year sentence.
Oscars Shift To YouTube In Multi-Year Deal
- The Oscars struck a multi-year deal to stream on YouTube from 2029 to 2033.
- ABC will continue broadcasting through 2028, including the show's centennial telecast.