Google Is Said to Set Sights on YouTube

I wondered how long YouTube could sustain the growth on its own. This had to happen sooner or later.

Google is in discussions to acquire YouTube for $1.6 billion, people involved in the talks said yesterday. While the talks are in the early stages, and may fall apart, the size of Google’s offer may push YouTube closer to a deal. Other companies have also expressed interest and could swoop in with a higher offer.

Google Is Said to Set Sights on YouTube - New York Times