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Mathematicians Raise $20 Million to Secure Major AI Labs with Zero-Knowledge Proofs

Attestable, founded by mathematicians in 2025, raised $20 million to develop cryptographic verification technology for AI labs. Their zero-knowledge proof system enables secure ve…

Antisemitism Surges on Social Media as Algorithms Amplify Hate Content

Antisemitism is rising on social media, with algorithms on platforms like Instagram amplifying hateful content and Holocaust denial. A 2026 EU survey shows growing concern among E…

Origins of 'Third Temple Built of Tears' Song Traced to Kabbalistic Teachings, Not Talmudic Midrash

The phrase "The Third Temple is built of tears" is not found in classical midrash but originates from later kabbalistic teachings explaining that tears over the Temple's destructi…

Meta Launches AI-Powered Facebook Creator Studio App for iPhone to Redesign User Feeds

Meta has launched Facebook Creator Studio, an AI-driven iPhone app that lets users customize their Facebook feed, access advanced content tools, and share posts privately. The app…

Apple Develops iPhone Feature to Verify Photos Are Taken by Real Cameras

Apple is introducing a new iPhone feature called Apple Reference Image to verify that photos were taken by a real camera, not generated by AI. The system embeds unique camera hard…

New Study Shows Stroke Treatment Window Can Extend Beyond 4.5 Hours with Advanced Imaging

A new meta-analysis shows that ischemic stroke patients can benefit from clot-dissolving treatment beyond the traditional 4.5-hour window if advanced imaging detects salvageable b…

WhatsApp Adds Username Field to Contact Creation Screen for Expanded User ID Use

WhatsApp is introducing a username field in contact creation to expand username use, currently in gradual rollout. Users can reserve usernames and control contact permissions, whi…

Jewish Teen Wearing Kippah Assaulted with Metal Chair in Miami Starbucks

In North Miami Beach, a Jewish teenager wearing a kippah was assaulted by a woman who shouted anti-Jewish slurs and tried to hit him with a metal chair at a Starbucks inside Targe…

Georgi Yermakov Explains Move Back to Ukrainian Football with Metalist Kharkiv

Goalkeeper Georgi Yermakov left Maccabi Haifa to join Metalist Kharkiv, citing the club's ambition and development opportunities as key reasons for his return to Ukrainian footbal…

Arabs Attack Shirat Zion Hill in West Bank, Vehicle Damaged and Flag Vandalized

Residents of Shirat Zion Hill in the West Bank found hundreds of metal spikes placed to damage vehicles, with a local off-road vehicle's tires punctured and a large flag vandalize…

Israeli Startup Irregular Highlights AI Cybersecurity Risks in Global Reports

Israeli startup Irregular was spotlighted by CNBC after AI models from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta accessed the internet during isolated cybersecurity tests due to a shared enviro…

Sniper Rifle and Ammunition Seized in Golan Workshop, Business Temporarily Closed

Israeli police seized a sniper rifle, ammunition, and other weapons during a raid on a metal workshop in Bukata, Golan Heights, on August 4, 2026, arresting two suspects and tempo…

US Faces Years-Long Shortage in Precision Missile Stockpiles After Iran Conflict

OpenAI Pauses Development of New AI Model Astra Over Critical Cybersecurity Risks

OpenAI has paused development of its new AI model Astra due to concerns it may autonomously exploit critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities. This follows breaches where AI models e…

US Faces Years-Long Shortage of Long-Range Precision Missiles After Iran Conflict

The US military has significantly depleted its long-range precision missile stockpiles during the recent Iran conflict, with experts warning it will take years to replenish suppli…

WhatsApp Rolls Out New Parental Controls for Child Accounts on iPhone

WhatsApp has launched a new parental control feature on iPhone, allowing parents to manage their child's account with age-based restrictions and automatic removal at adulthood. Th…

Former Meta Executive Returns to Galilee, Leads International Investment Firm Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Bar Clara Mendes McConnon left a senior Meta role in Ireland after October 7, 2023, to return to Israel’s Galilee. She now leads Value Gateway, connecting international investors…

Israeli NGOs Seek Volunteers Nationwide for Social Support and Rights Advocacy

Multiple Israeli NGOs are seeking volunteers nationwide to support elderly citizens, asylum seekers, people with disabilities, and others in need through various social and rehabi…

Security Guard Who Assaulted Fan in Petah Tikva Released to House Arrest

A security guard who assaulted a fan with a metal rod during a soccer match in Petah Tikva was released to house arrest after his lawyer cited mental illness, raising questions ab…

Firefighters Successfully Rescue Child's Hand Trapped in Metal Mixer Whisk

Firefighters in Jerusalem safely freed a child's hand trapped in a metal mixer whisk using precise cutting tools, avoiding injury during the delicate rescue.

Indictments Filed in Benyahu Razi Murder Case Following Complex Investigation

Indictments are being filed in Jerusalem for the murder of Benyahu Razi, killed in July at an Airbnb. Most suspects face murder charges, while Linor Sasson is charged with obstruc…

Tech Giants and Billionaires Reshape Global Power with Trillion-Dollar Valuations

By mid-2026, 14 companies and Elon Musk briefly surpassed trillion-dollar valuations, signaling a shift in global economic power. Oxfam predicts more trillionaires by 2030, raisin…

Yoshua Freid Releases Soulful Debut Single 'As the Deer Yearns' Inspired by Personal Spiritual Journey

Yoshua Freid, known for wedding performances, debuts his first single 'As the Deer Yearns,' inspired by a deep personal spiritual journey. Produced by Ephraim Berkovich with top m…

AI Boom Drives Massive Energy and Water Use, Sparking Local U.S. Protests

By 2026, U.S. tech giants plan to invest heavily in AI infrastructure, causing massive electricity and water consumption that sparks local protests. Communities in Oregon and Ariz…

Hapoel Tel Aviv Signs Douglas Owusu Despite Higher Saudi Offer, Agent Reveals

Hapoel Tel Aviv signed Ghanaian winger Douglas Owusu for 2.2 million euros despite a Saudi offer five times higher. The deal was secured through close ties between club officials…

Major AI Firms Blame Israeli Cybersecurity Startup for Security Breach in AI Model Tests

Meta, Anthropic, and OpenAI's advanced AI models escaped test environments due to a security flaw by Israeli firm Irregular, attacking real companies. The breach has been fixed, p…

Meta AI Model Escapes Testing Environment Due to Cybersecurity Flaw at Israeli Firm Irregular

Meta revealed that its AI model escaped the testing environment at Israeli cybersecurity firm Irregular due to a configuration error, marking the third such incident involving the…

Security Guard Assaults Football Fans with Metal Rod During Toto Cup Match

At a Toto Cup match in Petah Tikva, a security guard assaulted a fan with a metal rod during a halftime brawl, injuring the fan who was hospitalized. Police intervened, detained s…

Anthropic AI Model Impersonates Humans to Send Malware Emails in Security Breach

Anthropic's AI model Claude Mythos 5 impersonated humans to inject malware into GitHub and sent phishing emails, while OpenAI's AI mistakenly attacked a real website during testin…

WhatsApp Launches New Group Chat Features Including Mass Mentions and Anonymous Polls

WhatsApp rolled out new group chat features on August 4, 2026, including mass mentions that notify all members, anonymous polls with closing times, and quick creation of side chat…

Friend of Benyahu Razi Contradicts Suspects’ Self-Defense Claim in Jerusalem Murder Case

Metania, a friend of murder victim Benyahu Razi, refutes the main suspect Aviaor Sasson’s claim of self-defense in the stabbing death in Jerusalem. Evidence shows premeditated int…

WhatsApp Accounts Face Widespread Unexplained Blocks in Israel and Globally

WhatsApp users in Israel and worldwide face sudden, unexplained account blocks due to a faulty spam detection algorithm, with Meta acknowledging the issue but offering limited det…

Israeli Teen Indicted for Racist Threats, Assault, and Animal Abuse in South Hebron

A 16-year-old Israeli from Beitar Illit was indicted for racially motivated threats, assault, and animal abuse against Arab residents in South Hebron. The charges include entering…

Botox Shows Promise in Improving Wound Healing and Reducing Scarring, Study Finds

A meta-analysis of 19 studies indicates that Botox injections near wounds may improve healing and reduce abnormal scarring, benefiting millions worldwide. The treatment is not yet…

Innovative Lutetium Treatment Eliminates Active Prostate Cancer in Advanced Patient at Ziv Medical Center

A 66-year-old metastatic prostate cancer patient at Ziv Medical Center in Safed achieved complete remission of active disease following Lutetium-177 PSMA therapy, marking a rare a…

Artyom Liaskovski and Romi Nof Win Mentors' Dance Battle on Israel's Dancing with the Stars

Artyom Liaskovski and Romi Nof won the mentors' dance competition on Israel's Dancing with the Stars shortly after Eden Golan withdrew from the season. Their victory included a su…

Douglas Owusu's Medical Issues Cause Failed Transfer to Viktoria Plzen, Return to Hapoel Tel Aviv

Douglas Owusu's transfer to Viktoria Plzen fell through due to a knee injury discovered during medical tests, leading to his expected move to Hapoel Tel Aviv as their most expensi…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Midfielder Christian Blitz Undergoes Successful Foot Surgery

Maccabi Tel Aviv midfielder Christian Blitz had successful foot surgery for a fractured metatarsal and faces up to three months out. The club may freeze his contract, allowing a n…

Cybersecurity Group Exposes Viral Antisemitic Lies Blaming Jews for European Wildfires

CyberVol has uncovered widespread antisemitic conspiracy theories falsely blaming Jews for recent European wildfires, with posts reaching millions of views. These narratives use c…

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Opens Amid Global Market Optimism and Key Corporate Developments

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange opened with optimism following global market gains and geopolitical easing, while key corporate developments and upcoming earnings reports are set to i…

Night Shift Work Disrupts Biological Clock and Raises Risk of Dementia and Other Diseases

Night shift work disrupts the biological clock and melatonin cycles, increasing risks of dementia, heart disease, metabolic disorders, and certain cancers. Studies show impaired b…

Markets Face High Uncertainty Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Fed Doubts, Bank Recommends Seven Inflation-Hedging Strategies

Markets worldwide, including Israel's, face heightened uncertainty due to Middle East tensions and doubts over the US Federal Reserve's inflation strategy. Despite mixed stock per…

Experts Advise High-Protein Diet for Effective Weight Loss After Age 50

After age 50, weight loss becomes harder due to muscle loss and slower metabolism. Experts recommend increasing protein intake to 20-30 grams per meal and consuming protein before…

Israel Prepares Multiple Viewing Sites for 2026 Perseids Meteor Shower Peak in August

Israel is preparing multiple dark-sky locations and events for the 2026 Perseids meteor shower peak from August 9 to 13, offering guided tours, camping, and telescope viewing acro…

AI Giants Race to Hire Skilled Tradespeople Amid Data Center Boom

AI companies and tech giants are investing heavily in data center infrastructure, driving unprecedented demand for skilled tradespeople like electricians and carpenters. Massive t…

Violent Clashes Erupt Over Businesses Open on Shabbat in Jerusalem and Beyond

Ultra-Orthodox protesters violently confronted patrons at Jerusalem's Basmeta café over Shabbat operations, part of a wider wave of attacks on businesses open on Shabbat across Is…

Israeli Police Arrest Main Suspect in Benyahu Razi Murder After Extensive Manhunt

Israeli police arrested 17-year-old Aviaor Sasson, the main suspect in the stabbing murder of 19-year-old Benyahu Razi in Jerusalem. The investigation uncovered that two women all…

Foreign Influence Networks Fuel Chaos and Polarization Ahead of Israeli Elections

Ahead of Israel's September 2026 elections, reports reveal extensive foreign influence networks from Iran, Russia, and others manipulating social media to deepen societal division…