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Israel’s EdTech landscape is one of the most vibrant in the world, fuelled by a culture that thrives on experimentation, creativity, and the belief that learning should never be static. Across the country, innovators are reimagining what education looks like – not just digitising old systems, but challenging the very rules of how humans acquire knowledge and skills. The companies below each contribute to this transformation in their own distinctive way, proving why Israel remains such an influential force in global education. MindCET begins where most innovation don’t: directly inside the classroom. Instead of asking entrepreneurs to guess what schools… Read more: Innovate & Educate Packed Into One

When you look for the next big leap in clean energy, you often find the answer in Israel. It is a nation constantly redefining what is possible in tech, and its energy innovators are proving that size is irrelevant to global impact. Whether it is transforming basic materials into industrial scale heat storage, radically redesigning the core of a battery, perfecting asset performance, or rethinking how buildings manage temperature, Israeli companies are delivering concrete solutions to the world’s climate crisis. Here are four standout firms demonstrating why this small ecosystem commands massive global attention. Brenmiller Energy: Storing Heat in Stone… Read more: Blue & White is the New Green

Study, conducted in 15 medical centers, shows a new chemo-biologic protocol achieving 95% complete response, minimal need for radiation and strong real-world results, placing Israeli researchers at the forefront of global care At the world’s largest blood cancer conference (ASH), currently underway in the United States, a major development from Israel is being presented: an innovative treatment for lymphoma that has yielded impressive survival rates of 100%. The large-scale Israeli study was conducted across 15 medical centers in the country and examined a new therapeutic approach for advanced-stage Hodgkin lymphoma. Its findings surprised even the most experienced researchers in the… Read more: Israeli Researchers Achieve Breakthrough with New Lymphoma Treatment Posting 100% Survival Rates

The CEO of the Israel Innovation Authority, Dror Bin, expressed great optimism about the future of Israeli high-tech despite significant global and domestic challenges, asserting the industry has demonstrated extraordinary resilience by consistently breaking boundaries and growing after every past crisis. Bin highlighted that the next major wave of innovation is deep-tech, focusing on real-world domains like defense, food, and health, noting that Israel is already the world’s second-largest hub for deep-tech fundraising, a sector the Authority is actively promoting with new incentives. The sector’s strength is evidenced by 2025 being a record year for exits at $71 billion, with… Read more: Israeli High-Tech’s “Extraordinary Resilience”: Deep-Tech to Drive Next $71 Billion Wave

Israeli companies continue to define the global frontier across cybersecurity, fintech, healthtech, AI, agritech and climate solutions. As these technologies mature, the primary challenge is no longer innovation but international integration. Entering new markets requires more than a strong product; it demands legal certainty, regulatory clarity and trusted frameworks that enable multinational collaboration. Over recent years, leading international law firms have become some of the most effective partners supporting overseas businesses — including Israeli firms — as they scale worldwide. The world’s major legal services hubs are deeply international in scope. Many contribute tens of billions of dollars to their… Read more: How Global Law Firms Accelerate the International Expansion of Israeli Innovation

Ahava: Mastering Mineral Science You cannot talk about Israeli beauty without beginning at the lowest point on Earth: the Dead Sea. While many companies incorporate Dead Sea mud into their formulas, Ahava was the first to study these minerals with scientific discipline. Based directly on the Dead Sea shoreline, Ahava’s research laboratories investigate how minerals such as magnesium, calcium, potassium, and sodium interact with human skin at a biological level. The Osmoter: Ahava’s Signature BreakthroughAhava’s proprietary innovation, the Osmoter, is a concentrated blend of Dead Sea minerals created through a natural evaporation process. Far from being just salty water, the… Read more: Beauty & The Beast: Israel’s Beauty Industry Unpacked

Magen David Adom’s strength has always come from within the communities we serve. Our ambulances, dispatch centers, and communication systems operate at a national scale, but the real power of our network lies in the tens of thousands of trained volunteers – ordinary citizens – who respond to emergencies in their own neighborhoods. This spirit of compassion and mutual responsibility has made MDA both a reflection and a cornerstone of Israeli society, where helping others is part of daily life.  You’ll see it every day across the country: in the parent who leaves bedtime to perform CPR on a neighbor;… Read more: How Tech is Bringing Israeli Communities Together to Save Lives

Investment Climate Podcast: Ori Cohavi and Yochai Maytal of Remilk Share How They Created Real Dairy Without Cows In this podcast series, Alex Shandrovsky interviews investors about benchmarks for funding Alt Proteins in 2025 and uncovers the investment playbooks of successful Climate Tech CEOs and Leading VCs. Podcast Host Alex Shandrovksy is a strategic advisor to numerous global food tech accelerators and companies, including alternative proteins and cellular agriculture leaders. His focus is on investor relations and post-raise scale for agrifood tech companies. This podcast is syndicated through our media partners, Foodtech Weekly and Vegconomist. Episode 57: Remilk In this… Read more: Cowless Milk – No Bull

Israel has built one of the world’s most dynamic and resilient health technology ecosystems — a fusion of data-driven medicine, advanced engineering, and relentless innovation. From AI diagnostics and digital therapeutics to medical devices and sterilization systems, Israeli companies are reshaping healthcare delivery both at home and abroad. A Foundation of Digital Strength Nearly every Israeli citizen is part of a unified, digital healthcare network that integrates hospitals, clinics, and insurers. With more than 98 percent of health records digitized, Israel offers a uniquely rich environment for testing and scaling innovation. This infrastructure, combined with deep expertise in cybersecurity and… Read more: The Health-Tech Nation: Israel – a Global Powerhouse in Medical Innovation

In the global race for connectivity, the challenge is not just what to build, but how to build it efficiently, affordably, and across difficult terrain. Israel, a country that transformed resource scarcity into technological ingenuity, has become a silent workshop for next-generation telecommunications infrastructure. Instead of just exporting consumer gadgets, Israeli firms are developing the core components that underpin the world’s digital future. We explore four such companies and the critical implications their advancements hold for Australia’s vast and complex network landscape. DriveNets is an Israeli Audio and Telecommunications company redefining the expensive and bulky nature of traditional network towers.… Read more: Tech Titans: Israeli Telecom Innovators Elevating New Connections  

Executive Summary: Ecosystem Maturation Accelerates The Q3 2025 report tells a story of an Israeli tech ecosystem in a clear phase of accelerated maturation. The long-term, gradual shift from “Startup Nation” to “Scale-Up Nation” that began over the last decade is solidifying as the market navigates global headwinds with a decisive “flight to quality”. While a 38% quarterly drop in private funding could indicate significant challenges, the underlying data reveals a more complex story. The ecosystem isn’t shrinking, rather it appears to be consolidating. The ecosystem’s DNA is changing, favoring commercial execution and operational excellence. This maturing phase may be defined by… Read more: Israeli Tech Ecosystem | Q3 2025 Report | Startup Nation Central

Introduction Around the world, the transportation industry is undergoing a major transformation from conventional vehicles to connected, electrified, and increasingly autonomous systems. The shift is being powered by innovations in sensors, communication systems, vehicle software, and electrification platforms.Israel has rapidly positioned itself as a global hub for smart mobility technology, producing solutions that enhance road safety, improve traffic efficiency, reduce emissions, and reshape how vehicles and cities connect. This blog explores why smart mobility technology is essential, shares statistics from Israel’s mobility ecosystem, outlines why Israeli companies excel in this domain, and highlights leading Israeli companies that are redefining global… Read more: How Israel is Driving the Future of Transportation

The Israeli startup’s platform analyzes third-party tools and open-source components to detect risky behavior instantly. Reflectiz, a cybersecurity company that develops a platform for managing website exposure and protection, has raised $22 million in a Series B funding round. The round was led by the American venture capital fund Fulcrum Equity Partners, marking its first investment in an Israeli company, and included participation from YYM Ventures, AFG Venture Group, and Capri Ventures. H/T: https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/hj01cfjjbg Press release: https://www.reflectiz.com/media/reflectiz-raises-22-million-series-b/ For a connection please email Jeremy Ungar

Often called the “Start-Up Nation,” Israel continues to push the boundaries of innovation and entrepreneurship. Driven by a culture that celebrates curiosity and bold thinking, the country invests more in research and development per person than anywhere else in the world. This unique mix of creativity and determination has turned Israel into a global hub for breakthrough technologies that are reshaping industries and improving lives around the world. Quantum Computing and Advanced AI In the field of quantum computing, Israeli venture capital investments remain relatively modest in size but are growing rapidly. A 2025 industry report identified nine leading Israeli… Read more: The Global Powerhouse of Technological Breakthroughs

As global industries accelerate their adoption of digital and advanced manufacturing technologies, Israel has quietly emerged as a powerhouse in this transformation. For markets like Australia, where there’s a growing emphasis on advanced manufacturing as a pillar of sovereign capability and economic diversification, Israel offers both a variety of innovations that could help propel Australia’s advanced manufacturing capabilities forward. Here are four standout Israeli companies revolutionising their fields  and why they matter. Additive Manufacturing: Stratasys – 3D Printing for Industrial-Scale Production One of the most impactful areas of Israeli innovation is additive manufacturing (in other words 3D printing), this method… Read more: Israel’s Innovation Engine: Advanced Manufacturing Solutions Shaping the Future

Soccer stands as the world’s most popular sport, uniting billions of fans across continents and shaping cultures far beyond the pitch. With record-breaking growth in youth participation, media rights, and stadium attendance, it has become one of the most powerful industries in global sports. Technology has been a major catalyst—driving advances in player tracking, data analytics, fan engagement platforms, and immersive matchday experiences. As the game embeds itself ever deeper into societies worldwide, innovation is ensuring soccer continues to evolve both on and off the pitch. At the same time, Israel has emerged as a global hub for sports technology,… Read more: Kicking into the Future: Israeli Innovation and the World’s Most Popular Game

Israel’s reputation as a technology powerhouse is well established, but its role in shaping the future of fintech is generally overlooked compared to its reputation in cybersecurity and agricultural technology. Many Israeli companies are solving complex problems in the financial ecosystem ranging from fraud prevention and credit risk to corporate expense management and blockchain infrastructure. One area where Israeli innovation has made a strong impact is online fraud detection. As e-commerce continues to grow, so does the sophistication of fraud schemes. This is where companies like Riskified are applying artificial intelligence to make a measurable difference. By analysing transactions in… Read more: Israel’s Practical Solutions for a Changing Financial Landscape

Among the international guests flying in for the event is David Ligoff, an Australian whisky expert making his second appearance at Tel Aviv’s festival. The co-founder of World of Whiskey, Australia’s first specialist whisky store, he will present master classes showcasing Australian whisky innovation across both days. Whisky Live 2025 opened Wednesday at Expo TLV, marking the third year Israel’s largest international whisky event has called Pavilion 10 home. The two-day festival, running September 10-11 from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m., brings together rare bottles, international experts, and master classes that show off the country’s rapidly maturing whisky culture. This year’s event… Read more: WHISKY LIVE 2025: Showcasing Israel’s growing whisky culture

Foreword by Startup Nation Central The AI Divide: Two Paths to Innovation and Growth In the relentless advance of technology, AI has emerged as a strategic force reshaping entire industries. This story of transformation is one of two distinct narratives unfolding across the globe. Established global companies are methodically integrating AI predominantly for efficiency, while in Israel, the startup nation, entrepreneurial fervor is leading innovation and growth. Beyond code and algorithms, this is about people, strategy, and the very future of how we create value. The Global Story: A Quest for Efficiency The global AI journey is a testament to… Read more: AI Adoption Globally and in Israel

Israeli innovation continues to impress, this time with the aerospace industry with the successful launch of Ofek 19, a highly advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) observation satellite. This advanced satellite is designed to provide high-resolution imagery regardless of atmospheric conditions or lighting. Its SAR technology allows cameras and sensors to penetrate clouds and function effectively day or night. From an altitude of around 600 km, the satellite can scan up to 15 square kilometres with a high resolution of 50 centimetres. This means Ofek 19 can monitor key activities like vehicle movements and infrastructure changes, providing essential intelligence data directly… Read more: Ofek-19: Israel’s New Eye in the Sky Launched Successfully

The Israeli tech ecosystem is on the rebound, but its recovery in the first half of 2025 has been uneven, marked by a growing concentration of capital and a “flight to safety” among investors. While total funding for the first half of the year surpassed $5 billion, the strongest performance since 2022, this growth is primarily driven by a handful of major deals. This uneven recovery has created a complex environment where late-stage companies are thriving, but early-stage startups are struggling to secure funding. As a result, the market shows signs of both strength and fragility, with a clear focus… Read more: A Shifting Landscape: Israel’s Tech Sector in H1 2025

The global construction industry stands at a critical juncture, grappling with a myriad of challenges from spiralling costs and chronic project delays to complex compliance regulations and persistent labour shortages. In this landscape, technological innovation is no longer a luxury but an absolute necessity. Israel, a nation renowned as a hub for deep-tech and enterprise software, has emerged as a noteworthy player, developing innovative solutions for the built environment. Israeli start-ups are not merely digitising existing workflows; they are rethinking how buildings are planned, financed, and executed. The following businesses represent a vanguard of this movement, offering a glimpse into… Read more: Beyond the Blueprint: How Israeli Innovations is Solving the Industry’s Biggest Problems

Tel Aviv University announced on Wednesday that the surgery will take place in Israel, marking a historic milestone in regenerative medicine. Israel is preparing to perform the world’s first-ever human spinal cord implant using a patient’s own cells, a medical breakthrough that could allow paralyzed patients to stand and walk again, Tel Aviv University announced on Wednesday. The surgery, expected in the coming months, will take place in Israel and marks a historic milestone in regenerative medicine. According to the World Health Organization, over 15 million people worldwide are living with spinal cord injuries, with the majority resulting from traumatic causes such as falls,… Read more: World’s First Spinal Cord Transplant to take place in Israel

Israel is home to one of the most technologically advanced beekeeping sectors in the world. Despite an arid climate and limited natural resources, the country has achieved remarkable success in producing high-quality honey, maintaining healthy bee populations, and supplying premium markets across Europe, North America, and Asia. This success is driven by a culture of innovation, precision, and collaboration between researchers, technology developers, and commercial beekeepers. Smart Hive Technology One of the most groundbreaking advancements comes from BeeWise, the creator of autonomous, climate-controlled smart hives. These hives use AI-powered monitoring systems to track colony health, temperature, humidity, and productivity in… Read more: Israeli Agri-Tech: Leading Innovation in Beekeeping and Honey Production

Israel’s reputation as the “Start-Up Nation” is no accident. It is a product of relentless innovation, cross-disciplinary research, and a hunger for solving complex global challenges. The clean energy sector is one such industry that faces a variety of challenges including increasing global emissions, energy prices and finite resources. In the race toward clean energy, three Israeli startups H2Pro, QD-SOL, and GenCell are carving out their own niches in the hydrogen sector, each attempting to push the boundaries of research and development in ways that could propel the industry forward. H2Pro – Redefining Electrolysis Efficiency Website: https://www.h2pro.co/ Many current methods… Read more: Fueling the Future: Israeli R&D Driving Breakthroughs in Hydrogen Energy

The Fire Ant espionage campaign targeting VMware hypervisor environments, using ESXi hosts, vCenter and network appliances to bypass segmentation and maintain persistent access even after remediation attempts. Sygnia uncovered Fire Ant through deployment of its Velicity tool, which enables deep visibility at the hypervisor layer, a blind spot for traditional endpoint and network defences. Velocity’s telemetry captures anomalies beneath the OS level, such as credential extraction from vCenter or command-and-control traffic masked as legitimate infrastructure communication. Sygnia’s MDR team conducted hypothesis‑driven threat hunting, mapping anomalies to known TTPs aligned with UNC3886 and existing Sygnia threat‑actor profiles. Velocity’s machine‑learning analytics and detection… Read more: Fire Ant: A Deep-Dive into Hypervisor-Level Espionage

Overview In the early days of cybersecurity, the mission was clear: build walls, set traps, and guard the perimeter. But the perimeter is gone. Today, the threats are subtler and harder to trace. Enterprises rely on sprawling SaaS ecosystems, cloud-native apps, low-code automations, and AI agents making decisions in milliseconds. It’s not just about stopping external hackers anymore, it’s about managing what your own systems are doing when no one’s watching. As these invisible risks multiply, a new class of cybersecurity startups is emerging, many of them born in Israel. Known for its elite cyber units and battle-tested engineering talent,… Read more: The Next Frontier of Cybersecurity: How Israeli Startups Are Securing the Invisible

AU10TIX has launched a free Child Safety Age Assurance Risk and Readiness Assessment and Age Assurance Readiness Guide designed to help businesses better understand their risk and tailor their strategy to meet regulatory obligations. They support AU10TIX’s Selfie-based Age Estimation service, which delivers the industry’s most precise and unbiased age assessment in just two seconds. In the U.S., federal legislation such as the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) requires parental consent for users under 13, while the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) mandates age verification for websites accessed by users under 16. Additionally, 19 U.S. states now enforce mandatory… Read more: Free Assessment Tool by Israeli Cybersecurity Company to Navigate Child Safety Age Assurance Compliance

Parliamentary Concern over Grey Zone Activities In recent parliamentary debates in various countries, threats about defending against attacks below the threshold of war have come into conversation. ‘Grey zone activities’ is the term used to describe these forms of threat. Cyberwarfare, espionage, sabotage, and disinformation campaigns are examples of this. The Western world is regularly affected by this form of attack from hostile actors.Stakeholders coming under attack from non-traditional means of warfare vary greatly. Examples include companies, government departments, universities, banks or other institutions. As non-governmental bodies can only find solutions in the commercial market, the business world needs to… Read more: Israel’s commercial sector has positioned itself to deal with future threats

New funding fuels rapid expansion of medical AI tools for hospitals worldwide. Aidoc, an AI company that helps medical teams make real-time clinical decisions, has raised $150 million at a valuation higher than its previous round, bringing its total funding to $370 million to date. The latest funding round marks a significant milestone for the company, with NVentures, NVIDIA’s investment arm, joining as an investor for the first time. The round was co-led by General Catalyst and Square Peg, alongside several major U.S. health systems. Approximately $40 million of the funding was raised through a revolving credit facility. The capital… Read more: Israeli Aidoc Raises $150M with Nvidia Backing as AI Pushes Faster Diagnosis

The collaboration will combine Redpoint’s response services with Cytactic’s AI-powered management platform, with the goal of improving preparedness and coordination before, during, and after attacks. Redpoint Cybersecurity and Cytactic have announced a new strategic partnership aimed at addressing operational challenges in cyber incident response.  The collaboration will combine Redpoint’s incident response services with Cytactic’s AI-powered management platform, with the goal of improving organizational preparedness and coordination before, during, and after cyberattacks. Tab Bradshaw, Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Redpoint Cybersecurity, said the partnership would enable clients to access Redpoint’s operational capabilities through Cytactic’s technology platform. “It allows us to embed our extensive experience directly… Read more: New Cybersecurity Partnership aims to Improve Incident Response Readiness

Highlights from H1 2025:• $9.3B in private funding, up 54%• $39.2B in M&A across 60 deals• 69% of funding rounds included global investors• Strong performance in cybersecurity, business software, fintech• Public market recovery and 2025 Israeli tech trends Israeli Tech Ecosystem H1 2025: Scale-Up Leadership and Strategic Alignment In the first half of 2025, Israel’s tech ecosystem demonstrated exceptional strategic alignment with global markets and continued its evolution into a scale-up powerhouse, delivering its strongest first-half performance since 2022. Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties, the ecosystem validated its defining characteristics: resilient performance through challenging conditions and growth synchronized… Read more: H1 2025 Report | Israeli Tech Ecosystem

Alongside the nine core quantum computing startups in Israel, around 15 other local startups are developing related technologies in quantum sensing, communication, and advanced materials. A newly published map of Israel’s emerging quantum computing sector reveals a compact but potentially high-impact community of startups vying for relevance in one of the world’s most fiercely contested frontiers of technology. The map, released by Earth & Beyond Ventures in collaboration with Deloitte Catalyst, identifies nine main quantum computing startups in Israel that have collectively raised about $650 million to date, including over $300 million in 2025 alone. This includes $170 million raised… Read more: Mapping Israeli Quantum Computing: $650M Raised as Global Race Intensifies

The world is undergoing a revolution centered on a transition to a low-carbon economy. A significant part of this transition is changing energy sources – from burning fossil fuels, which involves greenhouse gas emissions, to renewable and sustainable energy. In Israel, this is a transition to solar energy. The State of Israel’s transition to renewable energy creates an opportunity for Israeli innovative companies to develop economic, energy, and social resilient technologies that can promote a strategy for installing renewable energies and complementary systems in urban cities in Israel as well as globally. Some of the leading Israeli energy tech companies are… Read more: Israeli Renewable Energy Tech Leading in Promoting Global Sustainable Cities

Fashion house Stella McCartney has partnered with material science company Balena to launch a new version of its sustainable S-Wave Sport sneakers. The soles of the shoes are made with Balena’s BioCir® Flex material, which biodegrades into renewable biomass when composted in industrial facilities and can be recycled for continuous use. BioCir® Flex is made from sustainable sources like castor beans, oils, and polysaccharides, which do not compete with food resources. It is dyed with natural cinnamon, and is claimed to be as durable as TPU and as flexible as rubber. The white version of the sneakers features Piñayarn® mesh… Read more: Stella McCartney Partners With Israel’s “Balena” to Launch Sustainable Sneakers With Compostable Soles

Algocell, an Israeli startup focused on AI-driven bioprocess optimization, has raised $2.8 million in pre-seed funding to advance its platform for accelerating the scale-up and efficiency of cell-based manufacturing. The funding round was led by Good Company VC (GCVC) and includes a non-dilutive grant from the Israel Innovation Authority, with participation from several angel investors with sector-specific expertise. AI-powered bioprocess optimization The startup, founded in 2023, specializes in developing an AI-powered Digital Twin platform designed to optimize bioprocess development in industries such as cultivated meat, precision fermentation, biofuels, and cosmetics. This platform leverages machine learning models to improve experimentation speed, process control, and product… Read more: Israeli Algocell Secures $2.8M in Pre-Seed Funding to Optimize Bioprocessing with AI

The Fourth Industrial Revolution or Industry 4.0 is reshaping the future of manufacturing by embedding intelligence into machines, systems, and processes. At the heart of this transformation lies Artificial Intelligence (AI), enabling smart factories that are adaptive, efficient, and deeply data-driven. As industries globally adopt digital transformation strategies, Israel has emerged as a powerhouse of Industry 4.0 innovation, offering cutting-edge AI solutions that help manufacturers improve productivity, reduce waste, and gain a competitive edge. Why AI is the Backbone of Industry 4.0: AI Application Benefit Predictive Maintenance Prevent costly machine failures Computer Vision QA Automate and enhance product inspections Process… Read more: Artificial Intelligence in Industry 4.0

Accounting software giant Xero – based in Wellington but listed in Australia – is to buy an American payments platform operator Melio for US$2.5 billion (NZ$4.1b), as it looks to expand earnings in the United States. The deal will combine Xero’s accounting software with Melio’s payments platform in the key small and medium business market. Xero chief executive Sukhinder Singh Cassidy said the deal would be a significant change for the company. “Xero and Melio are highly complementary – together they complete the key jobs to be done for US SMBs (small medium businesses), extend reach across customer segments, provide… Read more: New Zealand Software Company Xero to Buy US/Israeli Payments Platform for $4.1b

Sustainability, means meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. At its core, it’s about striking a balance between environmental protection, economic development, and social equity—while recognizing the finite nature of Earth’s resources. Key Aspects: Environmental Sustainability – protecting ecosystems, conserving natural resources like water and air, and preserving biodiversity for future generations. Economic Sustainability – Encourages long-term, resilient economic systems while fostering innovation and inclusive growth. Social Sustainability – all individuals have access to basic needs, opportunities, quality life, while promoting equity and justice. Sustainable Practices – adoption of… Read more: Sustainability: A Path to a Thriving Future

Last updated: Monday, June 16, 2025 Security briefing:Israel’s recent Operation Rising Lion was a powerful demonstration of the ingenuity and unconventional thinking that have long defined Israel’s approach. In a carefully coordinated air and drone campaign, Israeli forces struck deep into Iranian territory—targeting key nuclear facilities, offensive drone and ballistic missile bases —and neutralized high-ranking IRGC officials, delivering a major setback to Iran’s nuclear ambitions. While Iran responded with a heavy barrage of drones and ballistic missiles against Israeli cities, most were intercepted by Israel’s advanced defense systems. A few did cause damage and casualties, but the broader outcome highlights… Read more: Israel’s Operation Rising Lion and Economic Update

Innovation may be everywhere, but its roots run deep in Israel. When it comes to leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence, Israel stands among the world’s foremost powerhouses. With a 1 billion NIS backing, Israel’s National AI Program aims to boost the nation’s AI capabilities. According to Startup Nation Central, comprising 30% of the tech sector, AI startups in Israel are responsible for 40% of funding activity and receive nearly half of all investments. The report also states that the Israeli AI startups have grown more than 170%, rising from 783 companies in 2014 to 2170 in 2023.[i] AI in… Read more: Inside Israel’s AI Revolution

Neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease are among the most devastating medical challenges of our time. These conditions affect millions worldwide, causing progressive cognitive and motor decline while placing immense emotional and financial burdenson patients and caregivers. One of the greatest hurdles in combating these diseases is the lack of effective tools for early detection, which is critical for timely intervention and improved outcomes. Israeli companies are leading the charge in developing groundbreaking technologies to address this gap, offering hope for a future where neurodegenerative disorders can bediagnosed and treated earlier than ever before. Early detection of neurodegenerative… Read more: Revolutionizing Early Detection of Neurodegenerative Disorders

Innovative Israeli AgTech Companies Featured at Hort Connections 2025 in Brisbane The Israel Trade Commission in Australia is proud to report that half a dozen Israeli companies exhibited at Hort Connections 2025 in Brisbane, held from June 4 to 6 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. These companies represent the forefront of agricultural technology, sustainability, and innovation, offering cutting-edge solutions that address the evolving needs of growers and the broader horticulture industry. Their participation reflected the strong collaboration between Israel and Australia in the agrifood sector. Fieldin, a company at the heart of the agricultural digital transformation, presented its… Read more: Innovative Israeli AgTech Companies Featured at Hort Connections 2025 in Brisbane

We’re thrilled to announce that Shopeaks has been selected as the winner of the prestigious Startup Pitch Competition at Shoptalk Europe 2025, the leading global retail and innovation event. “Shopeaks is a B2B social-commerce platform that turns every social media engagement into real-time sales opportunities. With Shopeaks, lifestyle brands turn followers into customers – in just one click. Shopeaks simplifies the customer journey by providing brands with the tools to engage, convert, and manage all their social commerce activity in a single platform.” Reach out to Sydney@israeltrade.gov.il for an introduction to Shopeaks to see how Shopeaks can increase your brand’s… Read more: Congratulations to Israeli ‘Shopeaks’ for Winning the Startup Pitch Competition – Shoptalk Europe 2025

Sentrycs, a protocol manipulation-based counter-UAS solutions company, has been named one of the top global innovators and growth leaders in Frost & Sullivan’s Frost Radar: UAS Communication Disruptors, 2025. Sentrycs says this recognises its position in the counter-drone industry and reflects its rapid growth, continuous innovation, and field-proven capabilities. Frost Radar identifies the world’s most impactful companies disrupting drone communications, benchmarking them based on their innovation strategies, growth performance, and ability to deliver real-world results. Sentrycs stood out in the innovation and growth indices for its unique approach to drone threat mitigation, robust global traction, and next-generation technology. According to… Read more: Israeli Sentrycs Wins Counter-Drone Industry Recognition

Israel is fast becoming a global innovation hub not just in high-tech, but also in heavy industries like mining, despite having very few natural resources of its own. Leveraging decades of scientific research and engineering prowess, Israeli companies are transforming the mining sector with cutting-edge technologies that boost efficiency, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. Automation Here are six standout Israeli companies offering next-generation solutions for the mining industry: Razor LabsRazor Labs is a leader in industrial AI, delivering predictive maintenance and process optimization solutions for heavy industries, including mining. Through its proprietary Digital Twin technology, Razor Labs’ models complex machinery and… Read more: Innovative Israeli Companies Powering the Future of Mining

With the recent hack of the U.S. Treasury, attention has shifted to the cybersecurity of financial institutions across the global market, where the stakes are equally high and the risks increasingly interconnected. Financial organizations, traditionally early adopters of cybersecurity measures, must constantly reassess their defenses as cyber threats evolve. Handling sensitive personal data and financial transactions makes them prime targets for cybercriminals, and they are both governmentally and contractually required to protect this information. However, the ever-evolving threat landscape, coupled with the unfortunate reality that criminals often stay ahead of defense technologies, forces these institutions to continuously adapt and innovate.… Read more: Importance of Cybersecurity in the Financial Industry

After the dramatic expansion of Artificial Intelligence in the past five years emerging from the ending of the COVID-19 pandemic, financial technology has become one of the most prominent sectors to be overhauled by the introduction of AI scripting technology. There are two main categories of how FinTech has been impacted by the introduction of AI: Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Payment Processing.       AI in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) 1. Intelligent Transaction Monitoring 2. Risk Scoring and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) 3. Natural Language Processing (NLP) for Adverse Media Screening 4. Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) Automation AI in Payment Processing 1. Real-time… Read more: AI Scripting Applications Within Financial Technology

An Israeli medical cannabis inhaler to be issued free to eligible patients has been approved by Australia’s Department of Veterans Affairs. Full story: https://www.jwire.com.au/israeli-cannabis-inhaler-available-free-to-aussie-veterans/#more-168610

In our era, as technology continues to evolve, so too do the threats facing the most vital institutions. From prisons to ports and data centres, every nation’s critical infrastructure is under increasing pressure to adapt and respond to a new era of sophisticated, multi-dimensional risks. One nation that has been facing these increasing challenges for some time is Israel. As a result, its commercial ecosystem in the defence and security sector has kept pace with the ever-changing environment it has to respond to. To begin with, there are some key facilities that need securing: Various solutions: Layered Solutions are required… Read more: Israel’s Security and Policing Capabilities

Check Point Research’s latest State of Ransomware report reveals a 126% year on year surge, with 2,289 publicly named victims across 74 ransomware groups – the most ever recorded in a single quarter. Key trends identified in the report include; Looking at this geographical concentration, Check Point suggests ransomware groups aren’t casting wide nets. Instead, they’re making surgical, strategic decisions based on local infrastructure, legal systems, and payment potential. While victim disclosures are skyrocketing, actual ransomware payments dropped by 35% according to Chainalysis. This widening gap suggests two worrying trends of either victims are increasingly refusing to pay, or some… Read more: Check Point Reports Reveals Ransomware Surge

Simpliigood, a producer of microalgae-based protein products founded by AlgaeCore, has announced that its plant-based smoked salmon alternative is advancing toward commercial production. Texturized fresh spirulina, a key ingredient in the product, has just gained regulatory clearance from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) as a non-novel ingredient. Meanwhile, Simpliigood has secured a $4 million grant from the Israel Innovation Authority, and pilots are underway in Europe and Israel. With the launch of a full-scale industrial manufacturing line, Simpliigood has transitioned to commercial output of its texturized fresh spirulina, branded as Simplii Texture. This will allow the company to produce… Read more: Israel’s Simpliigood’s Spirulina-Based Smoked Salmon Approaches Commercialization Following $4M Grant & EU Regulatory Clearance – Australia Next?

ASX-listed Elsight Limited (ASX: ELS) has secured a A$7.1 million (US$4.28 million) order to be delivered over the next four months for its carrier-agnostic drone connectivity systems from a European original equipment manufacturer for deployment in a government drone program. The A$7.1 million order over four months is more than double Elsight’s entire revenue for calendar 2024 of A$3.36 million (US$2.02 million) and company management will be upgrading revenue forecasts for the current year accordingly. The order is a significant follow-on agreement with Elsight’s original equipment manufacturing partner in Europe in additional to the A$498,000 (US$300,000) order announced on 20… Read more: Israeli ASX-Listed Elsight Secures A$ 7.1 million Follow-On Supply Agreement

Israel has long been recognized as a global leader in water technology, addressing water scarcity and quality challenges through cutting-edge solutions. With over 130 companies operating in the water industry, Israeli innovations span desalination, smart water management, filtration, and emergency solutions. These advancements not only serve domestic needs but also contribute to solving global water crises, particularly as climate change intensifies water scarcity worldwide. Smart Water Management and Non-Revenue Water (NRW) Solutions Israeli companies have pioneered the use of digital technologies in water management, integrating AI-driven predictive tools to monitor and optimize water distribution networks. Smart meters and sensors with… Read more: Israel’s Innovative Water Solutions: A Global Blueprint

The e-commerce industry in Israel is continuing to grow rapidly, e-commerce activities over half of respondents were making online purchases, Israel offers a vibrant e-commerce landscape with solutions ranging from platform development to logistics and customer service, with companies like Wix, Exelot, and Tymely making significant contributions. Israel is the 31st largest market for eCommerce with a predicted revenue of US$10,236.8 million by 2025. Revenue is expected to show a compound annual growth rate (CAGR 2025-2029) of 5.5%, resulting in a projected market volume of US$12,701.3 million by 2029. Here is the list of few E-Commerce Companies in Israel: Global-e:Provider of software solutions for… Read more: The E-commerce industry in Israel is continuing to grow rapidly

Australia under attack as higher cyber threat activity observed: report The company’s third annual global report, ‘Warfare Without Borders: AI’s Role in The New Age of Cyberwarfare’, shows geopolitical tensions and AI advancements have increased the threat of cyberwarfare for organisations and governments worldwide in the past year. “AI is enabling nation-state actors to stealthily evolve their tactics to commit acts of cyberwarfare at any given moment,” said Nadir Izrael, CTO and co-founder of Armis. “At the same time, threats are emerging at overwhelming rates from smaller nations and non-state actors leveraging AI to elevate to near-peer cyber threats. It… Read more: Israeli Cybersecurity Company Armis says that Australian Organisations are on Guard as the Imminent Threat of Cyberwarfare Looms.

Irina Nesterovsky, the chief research officer at Kela, said the firm had found nearly 50,000 examples of account credentials from the named funds “that were stolen through different infostealing malware infections and shared on various cybercrime platforms”.

Israel has long been recognized as a leader in agricultural technology, developing cutting-edge solutions that enhance productivity, sustainability, and food security worldwide. With a strong focus on precision farming, AI-driven crop monitoring, and sustainable agriculture, Israeli agri-tech companies continue to shape the future of farming. Pioneering Agri-Tech Solutions Israeli companies are at the forefront of agricultural innovation, offering advanced technologies to address global challenges such as climate change, water scarcity, and food security. Companies such as Croptune, BeeHero, Haskelberg Nurseries, NOF – Natural Offset Farming, TAPKIT, YDLabs, and Fermata have introduced groundbreaking solutions, including: These innovations are particularly relevant for… Read more: Israeli Agri-Tech: Driving Innovation in Global Agriculture

Israeli Government Bonds The phrase “war bonds” conjures images of national unity and financial mobilization, reminiscent of the UK’s efforts during World War II. These instruments served a dual purpose: fueling the war effort and allowing citizens to actively participate in their nation’s defense. Today, Israel’s increased issuance of government bonds to fund its ongoing conflict draws a clear parallel, albeit with a crucial distinction. Like their historical counterparts, these Israeli bonds are fundamentally designed to finance the escalating costs of conflict. This includes substantial military expenditures, critical infrastructure repairs, and the broader financial burdens of a nation at war.… Read more: Strengthening Ties: Investing in Israel’s Bonds from Australia

The Israeli cyber market has shown significant growth, with a strong presence of start-ups driving innovation and securing substantial investments. The sector continues to attract global attention due to its advanced technology, skilled workforce, and a strong ecosystem supported by venture capital and government initiatives. The cybersecurity industry is experiencing a surge in investments, particularly in cloud security, AI-driven threat detection, and identity management, as organizations prioritize robust digital defense strategies. This growth is further fueled by a wave of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), with major tech firms acquiring promising start-ups to strengthen their cybersecurity portfolios. Israeli cybersecurity companies are… Read more: Cyber Market Overview & Leading Start-Ups

As enterprises in Australia and New Zealand grapple with the growing challenge of cloud cost management, a new collaboration between PointFive and Emertel is set to redefine the FinOps landscape. PointFive, a global leader in cloud cost efficiency, has partnered with Emertel, a specialist in go-to-market strategies and emerging technologies, to deliver cutting-edge cloud cost optimization solutions tailored to the ANZ region. This partnership leverages PointFive’s advanced FinOps technology and Emertel’s regional expertise to help enterprises identify cloud waste and implement sustainable cost-saving measures. By moving beyond traditional cost monitoring, the collaboration promises deep, actionable insights that drive meaningful financial and operational improvements. Revolutionizing… Read more: PointFive (Israel) and Emertel (Australia) Forge Strategic Partnership to Elevate Enterprise FinOps in ANZ

Israeli Agritech Leads the Way We were particularly excited to present a delegation of six remarkable Israeli companies, each revolutionizing the agritech landscape: These companies are at the forefront of addressing critical challenges such as water scarcity, resource optimization, and sustainable pest management. Their innovative solutions demonstrate Israel’s commitment to leading the way in agtech and beyond. Fostering Collaboration and Dialogue In partnership with KPMG Australia, the Israel Trade Commission hosted a pre-evokeAG event at the KPMG Brisbane offices. This event provided a platform for insightful panel discussions on sustainability and food security, featuring the Israeli companies alongside key industry… Read more: Israel’s Agritech Innovation wows attendees at AgriFutures evokeAG 2025

Israel has emerged as a global hub for smart grid innovation, leveraging its expertise in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and deep tech to revolutionize electricity management. With a strong ecosystem of start-ups and established companies developing cutting-edge solutions, Israel is helping utilities worldwide optimize power distribution, reduce losses, and integrate renewable energy sources more efficiently. The country’s emphasis on energy resilience and technological advancements has positioned it as a leader in the smart grid industry, offering ground breaking solutions for real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and grid security. Traditional power grids struggle with inefficiencies, power losses, and an inability to handle… Read more: Smart Grids and AI: How Israel is Powering the Future of Electricity

I held a meeting with a leading Doctor on Friday and he asked me about future trends for Israel-Australia relations. I though for a moment, answered in healthcare that it was AI-data synthesizing (see previous article) and in general it was in space-related technologies such that Australia is launching satellites and Israel is raising huge amounts in defence-tech investments. Here are some of the Israeli players: Protego Ventures: Defense fund based in Israel, dedicated to addressing the critical defense and security needs of Israel and the global community. The growing geopolitical instability in the Middle East and Eastern Europe, particularly… Read more: Beyond Healthcare: Israel-Australia’s AI-Powered Space Race

There is an old biblical saying that can be interpreted as: “Whoever saves a single life is considered by scripture to have saved the world.” It is a belief in the sanctity of life, most applicable to an identified person rather than a generalized population. Now consider the Israeli University Professor at medical school researching the unknown, commercializing their technology and distributing products and services all around the World. In Israel, they don’t just think, they do. That is the beauty of the Israeli innovation mindset and why Israel sits at the forefront of medical technology innovation as “The Startup… Read more: Why Israel Sits at the Forefront of Medical Technology Innovation

Cybersecurity technology is one economic sector where Israel is known to have significant global competitive advantage. Over 30% of the world’s cybersecurity companies are headquartered in Israel. This technology has both tremendous commercial potential, especially considering the needs of the medical and banking sectors, and is crucial to the homeland security of all major nations in the world. To illustrate how dangerous cyberattacks can be, The Center for Strategic and International Studies has a timeline of significant cyber attacks on the developed world, dating from 2006-2024. Regarding commercialization of the technology, global financial institutions are always eager to do business… Read more: Unlocking Next-Generation Digital Protection

Counter drone company Sentrycs has released an AI-powered solution called HORIZON that enables real-time detection of all types of do-it-yourself drones, including those that were previously undetectable. The technology enables real-time detection of all types of transmitting drones, including those previously undetectable. HORIZON analyzes the RF environment, identifying signal bursts that match the characteristics of datalinks emitted by drones, remote controls, or other communication devices. It supports all transmission types, including analog, digital, and video. Leveraging advanced machine learning algorithms, the HORIZON extracts meaningful insights from unknown communication patterns, transforming it into the first-ever protocol manipulation-based C-UAS solution that is… Read more: New Sentrycs AI Solution Detects Do-it-Yourself Drones

In a recent Future of Foods interview, Alex Crisp, spoke to CEO and founder Didier Toubia on the progress of Aleph Farms. The company, which has been at the forefront of the cultivated meat industry, now has permission in at least one jurisdiction to sell its cultivated beef (Aleph Cuts) is doubling down on efficiency, market alignment, and looking at scalability. “Cultivated meat is a new animal protein category that is actually meeting expectations for a more sustainable, healthier, and delicious new experience,” Aleph Farms explains. “Instead of farming the whole animal, slaughtering them, and then harvesting meat from their carcass, we’re able… Read more: Future of Foods Podcast: Didier Toubia on Aleph Farms’ Strategy for Cultivated Meat

Steakholder Foods has outlined its strategic direction for 2025, with CEO Arik Kaufman providing an update on the company’s recent developments. Despite a challenging economic climate, the company has taken steps toward commercial growth, market expansion, and technological advancements. Over the past year, Steakholder Foods secured key purchase orders that signal movement toward establishing consistent revenue streams. Bondor Foods placed an order for the company’s SH™ – Fish premix blends, while Wyler Farm followed with an order for the SH™ – Beef premix blend. These agreements are expected to support the launch of the “Whaat Meat?! by Steakholder” product line and strengthen the… Read more: CEO Arik Kaufman Outlines Steakholder Foods’ Path to Commercial Growth in 2025

“NAB continues to strengthen its defenses against scams through various initiatives. These include removing clickable links from text messages, participating in BioCatch Trust Australia – an inter-bank network for sharing intelligence on scams, and expanding their team dedicated to scams, fraud, and investigations.”

A publicly accessible database belonging to DeepSeek allowed full control over database operations, including the ability to access internal data. The exposure includes over a million lines of log streams with highly sensitive information. Wiz Research has identified a publicly accessible ClickHouse database belonging to DeepSeek, which allows full control over database operations, including the ability to access internal data. The exposure includes over a million lines of log streams containing chat history, secret keys, backend details, and other highly sensitive information. The Wiz Research team immediately and responsibly disclosed the issue to DeepSeek, which promptly secured the exposure.  In… Read more: Wiz Research Uncovers Exposed DeepSeek Database Leaking Sensitive Information, Including Chat History

“After a two-year cyber security transformation, Check Point’s Harmony Email & Collaboration was one of the key platforms implemented. Today we are providing higher levels of security services to our people around the world. Harmony Email & Collaboration ensures every user has best in class protection from relentless phishing attempts. Our team are better placed to mitigate threats and continue to execute our operational plans and ongoing Cyber GRC strategies.” Matt Keays, CTO, Michael Hill Group. Confronted with an increasing frequency of sophisticated and targeted email phishing campaigns that consistently evaded their existing defenses, Michael Hill Group recognized the need… Read more: Securing Email Infrastructure Strengthens the Michael Hill Group

Else Nutrition, a company best known for its plant-based infant nutrition products, has entered the adult food market with the launch of new ready-to-drink nutritional shakes. Claimed to be the first whole-food and plant-powered complete nutrition drink for adults, the products are made with ingredients such as almond butter, sunflower protein flour, and buckwheat flour. Each serving provides 280 calories, 14 grams of high-quality plant protein, and 26 essential vitamins and minerals tailored to meet adults’ health needs. Additionally, the drinks are Clean Label Project Certified and reportedly contain 50% less sugar than leading competitors. With the new shakes, Else… Read more: Else Nutrition Enters Adult Food Market With New Plant-Based Nutritional Shakes

Biotechnology firm Pluri Inc., a company specializing in cell-based technology, has announced a $6.5 million private investment led by global investor Alejandro Weinstein. As part of the transaction, Weinstein will join Pluri’s Board of Directors. Concurrently, the company is acquiring a 71% stake in Israeli AgTech firm Kokomodo Ltd., which focuses on cultivated cacao production, for $4.5 million in common shares. The proceeds from the investment will be used to bolster Pluri’s working capital and further its efforts in cell-based technology development. “Sustainable and scalable food production is a global priority” Simultaneously, Pluri will acquire Kokomodo Ltd. by purchasing a 71% stake… Read more: Pluri Secures $6.5 Million Investment and Acquires Majority Stake in Cell-Based Cacao Producer Kokomodo

Despite being a small nation with a history often overshadowed by geopolitical challenges, Israel has consistently proven itself as a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship. It continues to attract significant attention from global corporations looking to acquire cutting edge technologies and forward-thinking solutions. 2024 has been a monumental year for Israeli startups, with acquisitions reaching unprecedented heights. The success of these companies represents the global recognition of Israeli innovation, particularly in the fields of AI, cybersecurity, medical technology, and digital transformation. Unfortunately, misinformation about Israel often reduces its economic prowess to the backdrop of conflict and instability. This year,… Read more: The Resilience of the Israeli Economy: A Year of Innovation and Growth

Israel’s first domestically built quantum computer, utilising advanced superconducting technology, is now operational. The 20-qubit quantum computer was developed under the leadership of the Israel Innovation Authority, Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), Hebrew University, and the university’s technology transfer company, Yissum. This collaboration established a superconductor-based quantum computer infrastructure alongside a robust development and integration environment. These advancements mark a strategic knowledge foundation for Israel, supporting both defense and civilian applications. The global race for “quantum supremacy” has accelerated in recent years with groundbreaking discoveries in the field. Now, Israel is among the leading nations building quantum infrastructures and computers that… Read more: Israel Unveils Domestically Built Quantum Computer

Detection technology turns up the heat on scammers and intermediaries. Australia’s ‘Big 4’ banks – CBA, NAB, ANZ and Westpac – flagged and/or “exited” thousands of bank accounts in the last financial year, aided by AI and other anti-scam detection capabilities. The numbers are contained in new documents filed with a parliamentary review of Australia’s major four banks. While there is some inconsistency in the way each bank describes the situation, the commonality is a sizable number of accounts either being flagged for investigation or removed, courtesy of recent anti-scam and anti-fraud technology investments. This includes the use of BioCatch – described… Read more: Australia’s Big 4 Banks ‘exit’ Thousands of Suspected Mule Accounts

The definition of maritime intelligence can sometimes be vague, or slightly convoluted, but this article sees it as the systematic process of collecting, analyzing, and applying information related to the maritime environment and activities. Its distinct purpose is to enhance the safety and efficiency of maritime operations. Issues affecting this can vary, but the purpose of it for countries and companies is clear. Losing vessels at sea, being hacked for information or disruptions to one’s navigational systems can all cause serious problems for the various stakeholders. Collecting actionable data helps to make informed decisions. This can be said for a… Read more: The Global Call for Maritime Intelligence: Do Israeli Companies have the Panacea?

Rivery co-founder Itamar Ben Hemo, who was nearly killed a year ago while serving with the IDF reserves, hopes buyout will help restore investor confidence in Startup Nation 2024. Ben Hemo sustained critical injuries when shot by a Hamas sniper in Gaza in January 2024. (Courtesy) Almost a year after Itamar Ben Hemo was hit by a bullet in the chest during an ambush by Hamas terrorists in Gaza, the Israeli tech entrepreneur has sold his startup for $100 million. Ben Hemo, the co-founder of Israeli data integration platform Rivery, inked the multimillion-dollar deal this week with private US data… Read more: An Israeli Tech Founder’s Journey from a Near Fatal Injury in Gaza to a $100m Exit

Dec 23 (Reuters) – News Corp (NWSA.O), opens new tab and telco Telstra (TLS.AX), opens new tab have agreed to sell their Australian cable TV and streaming company Foxtel to British sports platform DAZN, valuing the struggling business at A$3.4 billion ($2.1 billion), including debt. As part of the deal, shareholder loans valued at A$578 million outstanding will be repaid in full and Foxtel’s current debt will be refinanced at closing. News Corp will hold a 6% stake in DAZN and Telstra will own 3% of the London-headquartered global streaming platform backed by billionaire Len Blavatnik. Foxtel has weighed on News Corp profit for… Read more: Murdoch’s News Corp to sell Foxtel to DAZN for $2.1 billion

Building-integrated photovoltaics company ClearVue Technologies has entered into an agreement to acquire the IP and assets of Israeli company ROOTS Sustainable Agricultural Technologies. The acquisition, by subsidiary OptiCrop (Israel) Ltd, aims to expand photovoltaic glass and curtain wall systems manufacturer ClearVue’s offerings in agriculture markets. ROOTS, formerly listed on the ASX, has developed a Root Zone Temperature Optimization (RTZO) system resulting in improved crop yield and quality, while their Irrigation by Condensation (IBC) technology enables standalone irrigation using air humidity to extract water from the air. ClearVue will integrate ROOTS’ IP with its solar greenhouse and solar glazing products, bringing… Read more: ClearVue Strengthens Greenhouse Business with Israeli IP

First Israeli superconductor-based quantum computer supporting defense and civilian applications is now operational. Israel’s first domestically built quantum computer, using advanced superconducting technology, is now operational. The 20-qubit quantum computer was developed under the leadership of the Israel Innovation Authority, Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), Hebrew University, and Yissum, the university’s technology transfer company. This collaboration has established a superconductor-based quantum computer infrastructure alongside a robust development and integration environment. The computer will support both defense and civilian applications. The global race for “quantum supremacy” has accelerated in recent years with groundbreaking discoveries in the field. Israel is now among the leading nations building… Read more: First Israeli-Built Quantum Computer Now in Operation

Aussie users of CMC Invest can now access TipRanks via the investment platform. The stock trading platform will also add TipRanks for its uses based out of Singapore. The Australian division of CMC Invest, the physical share trading platform of CMC Markets, now provides its users with access to Israel’s TipRanks, a market research aggregator, Finance Magnates has learned. CMC Invest Integrates TipRanks CMC Invest users have been able to access TipRanks within the investment platform since Thursday. “CMC has a long-standing commitment to providing investors with access to institutional-quality investment tools and resources,” said Kurt Mayell, CMC Invest’s Head… Read more: CMC Invest Taps Israeli TipRanks to Offer Stock Research Tools to Australians

Four Tel Aviv-based startups are featured in TIME Magazine’s list of the 200 Best Inventions of 2024, the Tel Aviv municipality announced in a statement on Wednesday.   The four Tel Aviv-based startups are BeeHero, UVeye, Aporia, and D-ID. Overall, nine Israeli startups made the list, including InnerPlant CropVoice, OrCam Hear, Laguna Insight, BelongAI Dave, and Nanox.AI, Ynet reported.   “Tel Aviv ideas are reshaping industries and impacting lives globally, with many of these startups driving innovation in AI, a cornerstone of the city’s tech landscape,” the municipality stated.  BeeHero BeeHero, founded in 2017, is a data-driven agri-tech company whose… Read more: Four Tel Aviv Startups Named in TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024

Open-source security platform JFrog has released the second instalment of its latest research series that details the uniqueclient-side and safe mode software vulnerabilities in 22ML-related projects. These vulnerabilities allow attackers to hijack ML clients in the organisation, such as data scientists’ tools and MLOps pipelines that can cause code execution when loading an untrusted piece of data. Coupled with post-exploitation techniques, even a single client infection can provide bad actors with massive lateral movement inside an organisation. This second blog in the series analyses vulnerabilities discovered and disclosed by the JFrog security research team, such as: “AI & machine learning tools… Read more: JFrog (Israel) Researchers Detail 22 New 0-Day Vulnerabilities

How pure is the water you consume? Whether you rely on tap water or bottled water, can you be certain that the water you are drinking is safe and healthy? If you meet your daily water intake goal of 2 liters, or even exceed it, how clean is that water? Are you truly benefiting from it, or could you be unknowingly compromising your health? While the dangers of bacteria in water, such as those that cause diarrhea and gastrointestinal issues, are well-known, there are other risks that we may be exposed to when consuming water. One of the most concerning… Read more: Water and Microplastics

With over 250 start-ups operating in all facets, from logistics to in-store technologies, 3D visualization, pricing, customer journey and payment, the Israeli RetailTech ecosystem addresses the many challenges retailers and brands face. These companies leverage Israeli expertise in deep technologies, such as computer vision for self-checkouts or the application of AI for visual search. These technologies have one thing in mind – helping a company sell better to a consumer. The largest conference in the world for retail technology exhibitors is in New York City every January; Retail’s Big Show hosted by the National Retailers Federation has been consistently on… Read more: Bricks and Mortar to Clicks and Data – How Retail Technology is Changing the Face of Consumerism

The International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) is hosted annually in Sydney, and is arguably Australia’s premier mining event. At IMARC 2024 the Israel Trade and Economic Commission in Australia was pleased to assist three Israeli companies attending: Helios, Coreteel, and Razorlabs. Australia’s mining sector faces various challenges, among these are high operating and labour costs (especially fly-in fly-out staff being transported to remote areas), and environmental concerns such as scarring of the landscape and the disposal or storage of tailings and other waste, as well as erosion and wear and tear on expensive equipment. Australian companies can benefit greatly… Read more: Israeli Tech Impresses at IMARC 2024

Imagindairy, a producer of animal-free milk proteins made using precision fermentation, has received regulatory approval from the Israeli Ministry of Health. The approval confirms that Imagindairy’s products are safe for consumer use and allows the company to market them within Israel. Imagindairy’s products are identical to cow’s milk proteins in taste and nutritional value, but are made without the use of animals. They can be used to produce a variety of animal-free dairy products, including milk, yogurt, cheese, and ice cream; these have a much lower environmental impact than conventional dairy products, and are also free of cholesterol, lactose, and… Read more: Imagindairy Receives Regulatory Approval From Israeli Ministry of Health for Animal-Free Milk Proteins

Brings Revolutionary Evapotranspiration Monitoring for Precision Irrigation CropX, a global leader of digital agricultural solutions, is launching throughout the Australasia region a first-of-its-kind sensor for monitoring the real-time plant water use in a field through evapotranspiration (ET). This new, above-canopy sensor connects to the CropX agronomic farm management system to give its users an unprecedented knowledge of crop water use and needs, allowing for data-driven irrigation scheduling and remote management that maximizes water efficiency. CropX’s Actual ET sensor vastly increases the knowledge of water use at the soil and plant level so that farmers can make well-informed agronomic decisions. Users… Read more: CropX Launches a New Era of Sustainable Irrigation in Australia

AI-based Ed-Tech companies in Israel AI in the Ed-Tech sector aims to revolutionise teaching methodologies, personalise learning experiences, and streamline administrative processes. AI will not replace the role of the teacher but instead empower them by freeing educators from routine tasks and increasing engagement with students. Here are some innovative Israeli Ed-Tech Companies to look out for: MagniLearn offers AI-based personalised learning that is adaptable to any curriculum, textbook, or content. The company specifically targets the B2B sector, concentrating on K-12 schools, higher education, and adult learning. MagniLearn forms partnerships with book publishers and content providers, empowering them to convert… Read more: AI in the Field of Ed-Tech

ANZ, CBA, NAB, Suncorp Bank, Westpac form inaugural core of BioCatch Trust™ partners SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA (Nov. 20, 2024) — Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ), Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA), National Australia Bank (NAB), Suncorp Bank (Norfina Limited), and Westpac today announced they’d joined BioCatch Trust™ Australia, a pilot of the world’s first inter-bank, behavior- and device-based, fraud and scams intelligence-sharing network. BioCatch Trust™ adds an additional layer of behavioural- and device-based protection for customers at the above-named banks against fraud and scams, by assessing in real time the potential risks associated with the accounts to which customers direct… Read more: BioCatch Partners with Australian Banks on Launch of Fraud and Scams Intelligence-Sharing Network

Water is life. We consume it. We use it to grow food. A dependable supply of clean water is essential to every facet of our contemporary life, from industry to energy production. But the fight for water will intensify as the world’s population rises and the climate deteriorates. Surprisingly, Israel has converted old deserts into farmland and has enough of water to give to other countries. To find out more about the Israeli people and innovations that made this little, desert country a global leader in resolving the world’s water dilemma, let’s look over a list of a few Israeli… Read more: Israeli technology addressing the global water crisis

Insightec, a pioneer and global leader, from Israel, in focused ultrasound, welcomes the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) listing of magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound treatment for Australians living with medication refractory essential tremor.1 The announcement made by the Federal Health Minister will improve access to a non-invasive treatment option for up to 800,000 Australian adults living with this common neurological condition.2  Until recently, treatment for essential tremor included medication, which can often be ineffective, and invasive brain surgery known as deep brain stimulation (DBS).3 While effective, many of those with essential tremor prefer an alternative to invasive brain surgery to reduce the symptoms of… Read more: Australians Living with Essential Tremor Now have Affordable Access to Advanced, Non-Invasive Treatment

Oracle is doubling down on cloud infrastructure and AI to propel its growth, with an eye on becoming a trillion-dollar company. CEO Safra Catz reveals in an interview how the company’s aggressive investments and strategic expansions are poised to accelerate its financial ascent and why she’s convinced Israel will be flooded with investments after the war. “I talk to investors, and everyone knows that Israel is still the Startup Nation,” says Safra Catz, CEO of software giant Oracle. “They want to return to investing here; they just need stability. I see that Israelis are tired, but I believe we are… Read more: Oracle CEO: “If we continue on our current trajectory, reaching a valuation of a trillion dollars is inevitable”

A Startup Nation Central report with commentary by NVIDIA November 2024 Foreword by Avi Hasson, CEO of Startup Nation Central Israel stands at the forefront of global AI innovation, driven by an exceptional ecosystem of startups, academia, and strategic support from both local and multinational players. Leading corporations—including NVIDIA, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Meta, and Apple —have deepened their investments in Israel’s AI landscape through significant R&D and acquisitions, pointing to Israel’s standing as a global AI leader. Complementing these efforts, initiatives like Israel’s National AI Program, backed by a 1 billion NIS investment, are aimed at enhancing our AI sector,… Read more: Israel’s World-Class AI Powerhouse: Leading Through Applied Innovation

Executive Summary Ecosystem Strength, Stability, and Challenges Ahead As we mark a year of innovation amidst war, beginning with the profound impact of the tragic events of October 7th, 2023, the Israeli high-tech sector has demonstrated remarkable strength and adaptability. During Q1-Q3 2024, Israel’s tech ecosystem navigated a complex environment shaped by global economic volatility and ongoing geopolitical tensions. Despite these challenges, the sector continued to attract substantial global investment, reflecting both its stability and strategic importance. Highlights Private Funding Rebound: Estimated private funding grew by 30% year-on-year, with Q1-Q3 2024 estimated at $10.2 billion (based on $7.7 billion of reported deals… Read more: Q3 2024 Report | Israeli Tech Ecosystem

Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) – Australian Cyber Security Strategy Challenge This program provides small to medium sized enterprises with funding to develop innovative solutions for government policy and service delivery challenges. This round focuses on a cyber security challenge identified by government. What do you get? Grants from $50,000 to $100,000 for a Feasibility project. If your Feasibility project is successful, you may receive up to $1 million to develop a proof of concept. Who is this for? Small to medium enterprises. Overview We are seeking innovative solutions for a cyber security challenge identified by government. The Australian… Read more: Funding to Develop Solutions for a Cyber Security Challenge Identified by (the Australian) Government

Realistic AI Avatars winner: D-ID Agents “When it comes to online customer service, chatbots can feel cold and scripted. D-ID’s conversational AI avatars, which are easily customizable (the system can even clone an individual’s voice), provide a more human and engaging experience.” https://www.d-id.com/ D-ID Agents: the 200 Best Inventions of 2024 | TIME

monday.com launches on AWS Sydney Region This week, we announced the launch of our data center on AWS Sydney Region to provide our APAC customers with optimized workflows and the ability to host their data onshore, supporting over 18,000 customers in Australia, including Canva, Tourism Australia, Officeworks, and Kmart. We’ve responded to rapid growth and world-class innovation in the region, prompting us to launch this new data region in Sydney. This welcome addition will enhance the workflows of our local APAC customers and help them meet compliance and privacy processes. How this data region supports our APAC customers A data region, also… Read more: monday.com launches on AWS Sydney Region, first data center in APAC