With the ongoing coronavirus pandemic requiring millions worldwide to work remotely, business leaders and economic experts predict that the crisis will accelerate significant transformations in the nature of work. Of course, distributed workforces and greater flexibility around working from home are but a small part of the trends that were already set to define […]
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The global coronavirus pandemic has significantly disrupted the lives, the livelihoods, and the wellbeing of billions of people worldwide – but no group is more vulnerable to COVID-19 itself, or to the loneliness and sense of isolation associated with social distancing measures than the elderly population. As countries worldwide are in the midst of lockdowns […]
The coronavirus pandemic has strained healthcare systems and battered economies worldwide. While the duration and scale of the outbreak remain to be determined, meeting the challenge it presents will undoubtedly require the rapid deployment of research, innovation, and resources on a scale rarely seen in world history. With deep experience confronting widescale emergencies and harnessing […]
Amid major advances in technology, even industries long seen as low-tech are reaping the benefits of new innovations – and fashion is no exception. Israeli technology has played a pivotal role in the rise of fashion tech, with local startups and designers harnessing the country’s strengths in such domains as artificial intelligence, e-commerce, 3D technology, […]
As governments worldwide ramp up their efforts to combat the global coronavirus pandemic, officials and healthcare providers are turning to a broad suite of technologies – big data analytics, telemedicine, and even drones. Whether for surveying affected areas, delivering medical samples and quarantine supplies, or monitoring and protecting crops, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) stand to […]
As climate change spurs nations to shift away from fossil fuels and embrace clean energy, technological innovation is playing a vital role in enabling the transition – and with its robust innovation ecosystem, Israel is a critical part of the energy revolution. From the cutting-edge innovations that have helped dramatically reduce the cost of solar […]
The arrival of 5G is paving the way for an increasingly connected world, with digital solutions infiltrating almost every aspect of daily life. From household chores, to transport services, to medical checkups – there is little that will remain untouched by emerging IoT technologies. Though this digitization brings many benefits, particularly in terms of efficiency […]
On the path to a more sustainable and seamlessly connected world, technology experts, entrepreneurs and local governments alike are seeking innovative solutions to tackle the most pressing issues facing urban areas – from congestion and pollution to waste management and recycling. Smart cities, which utilize the Internet of Things (IoT), big data and artificial intelligence, […]
The 2010s marked a historic decade for the Israeli economy, with exports soaring 160% amid expanding international trade and the Start-Up Nation cementing its global leadership as an innovator in cybersecurity, automotive technology, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and more. As a new IVC-Meitar report shows, the past decade also saw an impressive surge […]
Tourism is one of Israel’s biggest industries, drawing millions of visitors and generating billions of dollars per year. But besides being a world-class travel destination, the Start-Up Nation is also a global leader in travel technology. Israel is home to over 300 startups in the travel sector, and also draws continued investment from international industry […]
