ONE Technologies Acquires Control of Defense Tech Firm Kubiya UX

ONE Technologies has announced a significant expansion into the defense sector through the acquisition of a controlling stake in Kubiya UX, a company specializing in the design, development, and operation of user interfaces for complex and critical military and defense systems. The deal, valued at millions of shekels, aims to bolster ONE Technologies' defense division, known as ONE Defense.

Kubiya UX, founded in 2005 by CEO Yehuda Shapira and CTO Eli Perdo, employs approximately 50 professionals at its offices in Binyamina. The company focuses on user experience, human engineering, and development for intricate systems used by operators in demanding operational conditions, where the user interface is a critical component. Its client base spans both the business and public-governmental sectors, including military and defense organizations, defense industries, and startups.

Following the acquisition's completion, Kubiya UX will be integrated into ONE Defense. Shapira and Perdo will continue in their leadership roles as CEO and CTO, respectively, and all Kubiya UX employees will retain their positions. The company's workforce comprises architects, human engineering and UX/UI experts, and experienced developers with deep understanding of operational user needs.

ONE Technologies views this acquisition as strategic, enhancing ONE Defense's technological capabilities and solutions for the defense market. "The connection with ONE Technologies is natural, both in organizational culture and on a professional level," stated Yehuda Shapira. "We are joining one of Israel's largest computing services groups and bringing with us the unique connection we have created between architecture and UX, plus extensive experience in developing complex systems. Through the partnership with ONE, we can expand operations and reach more strategic clients, delivering complex and sensitive systems where precision, performance, and user experience are integral to operational capability."

Saar Ram, Manager of the Defense Companies Cluster and Consultants at ONE Technologies Group, added, "The acquisition of Kubiya is a strategic move that strengthens our activity in the defense sector, a significant area in ONE Group's growth plan. Kubiya brings complementary technological and operational capabilities, a long-standing and valuable partnership with various clients, and a quality team experienced in complex and sensitive systems. The integration will allow ONE Defense to offer clients a more diverse, deep, and comprehensive solution. Furthermore, Kubiya's offices in Binyamina will expand the group's presence in the north and help us recruit and develop professionals from the region as part of the continued growth of our defense operations."