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Bill Ackman Invests in Israeli AI Firm 2Delta

Billionaire investor Bill Ackman has invested in the Israeli AI startup 2Delta, which aims to accelerate AI models. The company, founded by Dvir Zeltzer and Dr. Eli David, demonst…

Tech12h ago

Israeli AI Firm Two Delta Raises Tens of Millions From Top Investors

Israeli AI startup Two Delta has raised tens of millions of dollars from investors including Bill Ackman and Eric Schmidt. The company's technology, DCOCO, reportedly doubles the…

Tech14h ago·2 outlets

Israel's Energy Ministry Proposes Billions in Fusion Investment

Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure is calling for billions in investment to develop the nation's nuclear fusion capabilities and compete in the emerging global market…

Tech15h ago

Israeli Tech Firm MODELYO Raises $17 Million for Secure Cloud Platform

Israeli tech startup MODELYO, founded after October 7th, has raised approximately $17 million in a funding round led by US firm OlivTree. The company developed a confidential clou…

Security17h ago

DeepMind Researchers Resign Over Google's US Military AI Contracts

Several employees at Google's DeepMind AI division have resigned due to the company's contracts with the U.S. military, citing concerns about AI in warfare and inadequate safeguar…

Politics17h ago

Eisenkot and Tabaja Offer Hope for Servant Leadership in Israel

Author Shmuel Legesse met with Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot and was impressed by his servant leadership style, contrasting it with typical politicians. He also highlights Y…

Economy20h ago

Israeli Startups Seek Global Scale Through Expert Connections

The ScaleUp House program, co-led by Calcalist and Showcase IL, launched an event in Tel Aviv to connect 25 selected startups with investors and experts. The initiative aims to he…

Tech23h ago

Apple's First Foldable iPhone Arrives in Israel With Usage Precautions

Apple's first foldable iPhone, the Duo, launches in Israel on Friday, priced from 8,199 shekels. Experts are advising users on careful handling to avoid damage to the flexible scr…

Security1d ago

Israel Weighs Nuclear Fusion Investment Amid Soaring AI Energy Demands

Israel's Energy Ministry has released a report proposing a national strategy to enter the global nuclear fusion industry, a market potentially worth hundreds of billions of dollar…

Security1d ago·13 outlets

Malaysia Bans Waze App Over Israel Ties

Malaysia has banned government employees from using the Waze navigation app due to its Israeli origins and potential security risks. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim cited concerns ov…

Tech1d ago

Israel Eyes Global Energy Market With Nuclear Fusion Potential

Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure released a report identifying nuclear fusion as a critical future energy source with a potential multi-hundred-billion-dollar global…

Tech1d ago

Google's Gemini Voice Assistant Now Available in Maps for iPhone Users on CarPlay

Google's Gemini voice assistant is now integrated into Google Maps for iPhone users on Apple CarPlay, enabling hands-free navigation commands. This feature, previously available t…

Tech1d ago

AI Medical Models Show Tendency to Over-Recommend Tests

A study involving Israeli researchers found that AI medical models incorrectly recommended unnecessary interventions in 5.4% of cases, particularly in areas of medical debate. Whe…

Economy1d ago

eBay Announces Another Round of Layoffs, Cutting 1,100 Jobs Amid Stock Surge

E-commerce company eBay is laying off approximately 1,100 employees, or 9% of its workforce, despite a 37% stock increase this year. The company is also closing its development ce…

Tech1d ago

OpenAI Partners With Google Cloud Amid Fierce AI Competition

OpenAI will offer its advanced AI models through Google Cloud, marking an unusual partnership between fierce competitors in the AI space. Google Cloud customers can access OpenAI'…

Security1d ago·1 outlets

Political Messages Appear Unsolicited in Google Calendars Ahead of Elections

Users of Google Calendar have discovered unsolicited political messages appearing as calendar invitations, six days before the elections. Cybersecurity experts state this does not…

Tech1d ago·2 outlets

Rylo Partners With NVIDIA for AI Sign Language Translation, Launches New App

Rylo, formerly Nagish, has partnered with NVIDIA to develop AI for real-time sign language translation and launched Rylo Desktop, an app providing live captions for virtual meetin…

Tech1d ago

Tel Aviv AI Conference Highlights Data's Crucial Role in Global Economy

More than 1,000 tech professionals gathered in Tel Aviv for the sixth annual hayaData conference to discuss the growing impact of artificial intelligence and data infrastructure o…

Economy1d ago

Israel Proposes Tax Reforms to Boost High-Tech Sector

Israel's Tax Authority is implementing a major tax reform for its high-tech sector to simplify international deals and retain development centers. The reform introduces flexible I…

Weather1d ago2

Magnitude 3.4 Earthquake Rattles Arava Region and Other Parts of Israel

A magnitude 3.4 earthquake occurred in Israel's Arava region on Wednesday, October 21, with tremors felt nationwide. The epicenter was in Egypt, and no damage or injuries were rep…

Tech1d ago

Google's New AI Feature for Cars Raises Privacy and Language Concerns

Google has introduced its "Personal Intelligence" AI feature for Android Auto and Google-built-in car systems globally. The feature allows drivers to use voice commands to access…

Economy2d ago

Waze Co-Founder Assaf Rappaport Explores Acquiring Credit Card Firm Cal

Assaf Rappaport, a co-founder of Waze, is reportedly exploring the acquisition of Cal, a major Israeli credit card company, along with his former Waze partners. Discount Bank is s…

Tech2d ago

AI Tools Enable Haredi Businesses to Build Apps Without Coders

Haredi business owners in Israel are now building apps and websites using AI tools that generate products from simple Hebrew descriptions, eliminating the need for coders. Tools l…

Tech2d ago

WhatsApp to Offer Live Call Transcription for Unknown Numbers

WhatsApp is developing a new feature that will provide live transcriptions of calls from unknown numbers, allowing users to read what the caller says before answering. This advanc…

Politics2d ago

Israel Tax Authority Eases Rules on Intellectual Property for Company Exits

The Israel Tax Authority is introducing new rules to reduce taxes on intellectual property transfers during acquisitions of Israeli companies. Companies can now agree with the tax…

Tech2d ago

Revolut Suffers Widespread Outage Linked to Google Cloud Issues

Revolut experienced a widespread service outage on Monday, impacting millions of European customers' ability to make payments, transfer money, and withdraw cash. The disruption co…

Economy2d ago

Israel Tax Authority Learns From Waze Deal, Seeks New Tax Model for Tech Firms

Israel's Tax Authority is proposing a new tax framework following the $32 billion Waze acquisition by Google, aiming to resolve disputes over intellectual property location. The p…

Economy2d ago

Six Steps for Cosmeticians to Streamline Appointment Management

Shai Saadoun, CEO of Simple Turn, has detailed six key steps for cosmeticians to improve appointment management. These include enabling online booking, using automated reminders t…

General2d ago

Israir Wins Prestigious Award for Customer Journey Personalization

Israeli airline Israir, owned by Rami Levy, won a prestigious award for personalization and tailored customer journeys from the Israeli Center for Management. The award recognizes…

Culture2d ago

YouTube Restricts Promotion of Anna Zak and Eden Golan's New Song

YouTube has restricted the promotion of "London," a new song by Israeli singers Anna Zak and Eden Golan, citing age appropriateness and content suitability for minors. The platfor…

Tech3d ago

AI Chatbots Show Promise in Identifying Unnecessary Medical Tests

A study by Clalit and Ben-Gurion University found that AI chatbots can identify unnecessary medical tests in most cases, making mistakes in 5.4% of situations where no interventio…

Economy3d ago

Eric Schmidt's Anthropic Stake Could Be Worth $20 Billion

Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO, holds a 1% stake in AI firm Anthropic, currently valued at $9.65 billion. Ahead of Anthropic's planned IPO next month, which targets a $1.8-$2 tri…

Security3d ago

Paris Riots Fuel Online Antisemitic Conspiracy Theories and AI-Generated Fake Images

Antisemitic conspiracy theories and AI-generated fake images are circulating online, blaming Jews and Israel for the recent riots in Paris. The Combat Against Antisemitism movemen…

Security3d ago

Paris Riots Fuel Online Antisemitic Conspiracy Theories and AI-Generated Fake Images

Antisemitic conspiracy theories blaming Jews and Israel for recent riots in France have proliferated on social media, particularly X, with the Combat Antisemitism Movement documen…

Economy3d ago

Waze Billionaire Assaf Rappaport Reportedly Eyeing McDonald's Israel Franchise

Billionaire Assaf Rappaport, who previously sold Waze and acquired Channel 13, is reportedly interested in obtaining the McDonald's franchise in Israel. Economic correspondent Sam…

Tech3d ago

Google Unveils AI-Powered Universal Cart for Smarter Online Shopping

Google has introduced Universal Cart, an AI-powered service that lets users collect items from multiple online stores into one cart, track prices, and find discounts. Initially av…

Security4d ago

Five Steps to Protect Your Data After Smartphone Theft

Losing a smartphone can lead to data and financial theft, but five steps can mitigate risks. Proactive measures include regular data backups with strong security and enabling phon…

Economy4d ago

Varonis Acquisition Fuels Record Year for Israeli Cybersecurity Exits

Cybersecurity firm Varonis has been acquired for $6.3 billion, marking a significant event in a record year for Israeli cybersecurity exits totaling over $71 billion. This trend i…

Security4d ago

AI Won't Solve Climate Crisis, Human Ingenuity Will

Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) will not solve the climate crisis, according to environmental engineer Ran Korber. While AI can process vast data, it lacks the human creativ…

Economy4d ago

Wiz Co-Founder Assaf Rappaport Eyes McDonald's Israel Franchise

Assaf Rappaport, a co-founder of the cybersecurity firm Wiz, is reportedly a leading contender to acquire the McDonald's Israel franchise for an estimated $200 million to $300 mil…

Tech4d ago

Israeli AI Firm PointFive Appoints Akiva Keats as VP of Marketing

Israeli AI company PointFive has appointed Akiva Keats as its new VP of Marketing and Partnerships. Keats, an early employee, previously built the company's partnership network. T…

Tech4d ago

Israel to Establish Regulatory Framework for Massive Data Centers

Israel's Electricity Authority will establish regulations for new data centers, allowing them to consume up to 20% of the national grid's power by 2030, with individual facilities…

Economy5d ago

Israeli Tech Workers' Stock Holdings Surge to $50 Billion

The value of stock and options held by Israeli high-tech employees has reached approximately 180 billion shekels ($50 billion) due to rising stock prices and acquisitions. In 2025…

Tech5d ago

Volvo Unveils New Plug-In Hybrid Models With Extended Electric Range

Volvo has introduced new generations of its XC60 and XC90 plug-in hybrid SUVs, boasting electric ranges of up to 125 kilometers, more than double that of previous models. These ve…

Tech5d ago

Autonomous Cars Advance with AI, Face Safety and Regulatory Hurdles

Chinese and Western companies are advancing autonomous driving technology, integrating AI assistants and enabling vehicles to make more decisions. Despite progress, current system…

Security5d ago

Israeli Ad Firm Accused of Spying Via Online Ads

Israeli digital advertising firm Discover-Tech allegedly used a vast network of online ads to spy on users and facilitate device hacking, providing access to spyware firms like Ca…

Tech6d ago

AI Skills Offer Personalized Assistance, Streamlining Tasks

Artificial intelligence "Skills" allow users to create personalized AI assistants by providing sets of instructions and knowledge, streamlining repetitive tasks. Developed by comp…

Tech6d ago

AI Revolution Transforms Cars into Thinking, Talking Assistants

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the automotive industry, enabling cars to converse, plan routes, and manage tasks. Leading companies like Tesla and Google are integrati…