Typical deal structure of a talent / acquihire acquisition

The answers talk about how each acquihire, or a talent acquisition is different - eg. how they differ on the basis of the number of employees joining the acquirer. A talent acquisition involves talent, and intellectual property will not be paid for nor transferred to the acquiring company. Also, without a supporting team, the product is typically shut down.

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