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Why Tech Acquisitions Are Swallowing Talent Instead of Products
Apple’s recent move to hire the entire Huxe team rather than buying their IP reveals a shifting strategy in tech M&A. Lucas and Luna explore how acquirers are prioritizing specialized talent over scalable products, especially as AI infrastructure costs crush startup margins. With companies like Cloudflare acquiring Deno for engineering depth, we break down why founder liquidity is becoming harder to achieve through traditional exits. We also look at how this trend impacts valuations for early-stage founders in October 2026.
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