The gang examines OpenAI’s failed attempt to acquire Windsurf and the ethical implications of acquihires in the AI industry. The panel debates the real market value of Windsurf’s intellectual property and what it reveals about evolving AI talent acquisition strategies.

They also spotlight Microsoft’s Sonic as a major force in network operating systems—especially for private cloud infrastructure and AI integration. The discussion closes with a look at the Linux Foundation’s collaborative development model and its impact on product quality, open innovation, and the broader tech ecosystem.