Startup

Apple buys secretive Israeli AI company Q.ai for $1.6 billion in biggest acquisition of its history

With the move, Apple aims to improve its access to AI technology, which has suffered recent setbacks, especially after several delays in deploying Apple Intelligence's full announced capabilities.

 A women uses an iPhone mobile device as she passes a lighted Apple logo at the Apple store at Grand Central Terminal in New York City, US, April 14, 2023. Uploaded on 31/5/2024
Memcyco announced that it has secured $37 million in Series A funding.

Cybersecurity startup developing rapid-response fraud detection secures $37 million Series A round

Upwind is led by CEO and co-founder Amiram Shachar, whose previous startup, Spot.io, was acquired by NetApp in 2020 for $450 million.

Israeli-founded Upwind hits unicorn status with $250 million Series B led by Bessemer

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Lionsgate Network: Exposing crypto terrorists with advanced blockchain technology


Israel’s new SAFE tax rules: A boon for investors or a bureaucratic trap? - opinion

As companies adapt to these new guidelines, it will be essential to ensure that all agreements signed from January 1 onwards comply with the updated regulations to avoid any future tax complications.

 Illustration of a sign leading to the Tax Authorities offices in Jerusalem.

Israel ranked as most destabilizing country according to Global National Brands Index

In response to the ranking, Brand IL launched a $100m rebranding campaign to reverse negative perceptions of Israel.

 People rally for democracy in Israel before Israeli President Isaac Herzog is scheduled to address congress at the US Capitol building in Washington, US, July 19, 2023

Israeli startups make global plans after key role in war

Israel already had a thriving startup scene, with some companies already winning orders from abroad and aiming to shape the battlefield of the future.

 Israeli national flags flutter in front of an office tower at a business park also housing high tech companies, at Ofer Park in Petah Tikva, Israel August 27, 2020.

Startups, innovation, and a new chapter of growth for Israel's North

Erel Margalit highlights investment opportunities, innovation, and the future of Israel's northern region post-conflict: "High tech has become not only a business, but a card for diplomacy."

Erel Margalit speaks to Tamar Uriel-Be'eri as part of the Jerusalem Post's Rebuilding the North conference

Tal Zaks's Israeli startup targets rare genetic diseases

"This type of gene editing should also allow for the treatment of diseases whose origin is not genetic or whose origin cannot be identified in one particular gene," says founder Zaks

 Illustrative image of scientific research.

The world’s leading Ed-Tech venture fund, Owl Ventures, to invest $10 million in jotit

The Israeli company creates "digital paper" that allows students and teachers to write in their own handwriting. The process and connection to this fund were supported by MindCET, a division of CET.

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Israel-Hamas war: How did Israeli startups fare and what challenges do they still face?

The Inside Israeli Innovation Podcast: Season 2, Episode 45.

 Adina Kraus, Founding Partner and CEO at InnoSource Ventures.

Tzalir Foundation launches ‘10X’ initiative to support war-affected communities

The grant package will include expert support from JGive specialists, customized marketing and advertising services, and strategic mentorship provided by the foundation.

Tzalir Foundation launches ‘10X’ initiative to support war-affected communities

2025 will be pivotal for health industry start ups - opinion

As public and private sectors come together to address these challenges, 2025 will likely be remembered as the year health start-ups redefined the way care is delivered.

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Business data company Lusha acquires Israeli startup Novacy

This move aims to add call analysis capabilities and transform Lusha into a comprehensive end-to-end sales intelligence platform.

 Uria Franko, Or Biderman and Yair Giwnewer