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Israeli Entrepreneur Behind iPhone Portrait Mode Sells Startup to OpenAI
Israeli entrepreneur Ziv Eitan sold his startup Glass Imaging to OpenAI for $300 million. Eitan previously co-founded LinX, whose technology led to the iPhone's portrait mode, and…
Northern Israel Settlement Drive Stymied by Bureaucratic Delays
Residents of Granot HaGalil, a community near the Lebanese border, are frustrated by a six-year delay in developing housing plots for 56 families, despite government goals to incr…
First Images Released From Israeli-German Cloud-Mapping Satellite
The joint Israeli-German CloudCT satellite has sent back its first images, showcasing a novel way to map cloud interiors in 3D using polarized light and AI. Developed by the Techn…
Ambitious Israeli Doctor Seeks Husband on Reality TV
Dr. Shiran Sodri, a successful 36-year-old oral surgeon recognized by Forbes, is participating in the reality show "Married at First Sight" to find a husband. She balances a deman…
Lithium Battery Fires Surge in Israel, Claiming Lives and Sparking Safety Calls
Lithium battery fires are a growing concern in Israel, causing numerous injuries and fatalities, particularly from electric bikes and scooters. A survivor of a fatal explosion is…
Technion President: AI a Fundamental Shift, Societal Unity Key to Israel's Future
Technion President Uri Sivan discussed the university's role in Israel's resilience, the foundational approach to education, and the transformative nature of AI. He also stressed…
Israel Aims to Boost Immigration, Attract Skilled Workers Amid Global Uncertainty
Israel's Ministry of Aliyah and Integration is actively working to increase Jewish immigration by targeting specific countries and skilled professionals, while also addressing cha…
Google Israel CEO Addresses Protests, Company's Future, and Israeli Talent
Google Israel CEO Barak Regev discussed employee protests over Project Nimbus, reaffirming Google's commitment to Israel through significant investments and talent acquisition. He…
Daniel Lewin: The First Victim of 9/11 and Internet Pioneer
Daniel Lewin, an American-Israeli entrepreneur and former Israeli special forces soldier, is identified as the first victim of the 9/11 attacks. He was killed while attempting to…
Report Alleges "Apartheid" in Israeli Academia Against Arab Students
A report by Adalah alleges "apartheid" in Israeli academia, claiming Arab students face systematic persecution and disciplinary actions for off-campus speech, while Jewish student…
Israeli Electrical Engineers Earn High Salaries, Chip Designers Top Earners
Entry-level electrical engineers in Israel earn above the national average, with chip designers commanding the highest salaries, reaching up to NIS 47,000 gross monthly for experi…
Israeli Design Museum Tackles Climate Crisis With Hopeful Solutions
The Design Museum Holon in Israel has launched "The Circle, Designing New Realities," an exhibition focused on optimistic, sustainable design solutions to the climate crisis. The…
News Consumption Shifts Dramatically Towards Social Media and Influencers
A survey shows a significant shift in Israeli news consumption towards social media and independent creators since October 7th, a trend mirrored globally, particularly among young…
Israeli Scientists Develop Method to Combat Algae Fouling at Desalination Plants
Israeli scientists from Ben-Gurion University and the Technion have developed and are testing a new method to remove cyanobacteria from seawater, which has been disrupting desalin…
Israel Launches National Biotech Innovation Center to Commercialize Research
Israel has launched the Israel National Biotech Innovation Center (INBI), a new non-profit initiative involving 15 leading academic and medical institutions. The center aims to co…
AI Firm Anthropic Abandons $6 Billion Deal for Israeli Startup Decart
AI developer Anthropic has reportedly withdrawn from a $6 billion acquisition of Israeli startup Decart after due diligence. Decart, founded three years ago, specializes in real-t…
Israel Considers Relocating Bazan Oil Refineries from Haifa to Negev
Israel's Ministry of Energy recommends relocating the Bazan oil refineries from Haifa to the Negev desert, costing billions, as an alternative to a previous closure plan. The shif…
Beloved Israeli Actor Ilan Dar Dies at 89
Veteran Israeli actor and director Ilan Dar, known for his roles in "Krovim Krovim" and "Mita Tova," died on September 7 at age 89 after a nearly 70-year career in Israeli enterta…
Israeli Doctors Emigrating at Alarming Rate, Study Finds
A recent study reveals a significant increase in Israeli doctors emigrating, with factors like the political climate and security situation contributing to longer stays abroad. Ex…
Israeli Universities Implement Discriminatory Policies Against Palestinian Students Post-Oct. 7, Report Claims
A report by Adalah claims Israeli universities have systematically increased disciplinary actions against Palestinian students since October 7, 2023, based on social media posts…
Israel Launches $500 Million Fund for Biotech Innovation
Israel is launching a $500 million fund, the INBI, to foster biotech innovation by connecting university research with commercialization pathways. The initiative aims to accelerat…
Israel Faces Steep Decline in Prestigious European Research Grants
Israel has seen a sharp decline in prestigious European Research Council grants, with numbers falling significantly across all categories. Academics blame government policies for…
Algae Bloom Halts Israel's Desalination Plants; Gaza Sewage Suspected
Most of Israel's desalination plants have halted operations due to a widespread cyanobacteria bloom, with Gaza's sewage suspected as a contributing factor. While authorities assur…
Expert Outlines 3 Steps to Ease Israel's Worsening Traffic Crisis
An Israeli transportation expert identified decades of pro-car policies as the root cause of the country's severe traffic congestion. He proposed three solutions: improving public…
Israeli Researchers Secure Prestigious EU Grants for Cutting-Edge Science
Eleven Israeli researchers have received prestigious European Research Council Starting Grants for 2026, supporting their work in fields ranging from quantum computing and AI to c…
From IDF Radar Client to CEO of Multi-Million Dollar Tech Firm
Magos, an Israeli radar systems company, has secured a major deal to supply hundreds of radar systems to the IDF to counter drone threats. The company, founded by a former IDF rad…
Strong Stellar Magnetic Fields May Suppress Powerful Plasma Eruptions, Study Finds
An international research team, including scientists from the Technion, has provided experimental evidence that strong stellar magnetic fields can prevent Coronal Mass Ejections…
Israeli Researchers Secure $17 Million in Prestigious European Research Grants
Ten Israeli researchers have received European Research Council Starting Grants totaling over $17 million to fund their early-career projects over five years. The grants support r…
Israel's Water Security Threatened by Overreliance on Desalination
An extensive shutdown of Israel's desalination plants due to microalgae has exposed the nation's overreliance on this technology, prompting calls for diversification of water sour…
AI Firm IVIX Lays Off 10% of Staff Amid Product Expansion
AI firm IVIX has laid off about 10% of its 90 employees while launching a new AI financial investigator product. The company is also hiring for new roles and has appointed a new V…
Nobel Laureate Ada Yonath Mourned by Science World
Professor Ada Yonath, a Nobel laureate in Chemistry known for her groundbreaking ribosome research, has died at 87. Fellow Nobel laureate Aharon Ciechanover remembered her as a co…
Prominent Rabbi Threatens Halachic Ban on Voting for Small Right-Wing Parties
Rabbi Eliyahu Rachamim Zini is considering a religious prohibition on voting for small right-wing parties that may not pass Israel's electoral threshold. He urged unity among thes…
Ynet Global to Unveil 20 Israeli Breakthroughs Shaping the Future
Ynet Global will publish a list of 20 Israeli breakthroughs, developed in collaboration with leading institutions, that have impacted or will shape the future across various field…
Israeli Council and Dell Foundation Launch $50 Million Scholarship Program for Underrepresented Youth
The Israeli Council for Higher Education and the Michael and Susan Dell Foundation have launched a 170 million shekel scholarship program to support 1,500 underrepresented student…
Technion Study Finds Evolution Favors More Stable and Resilient Paths Over Random Choice
Technion researchers found that evolution tends to favor more stable and resilient evolutionary paths over random selection when multiple paths yield equal fitness. This discovery…
Haifa Plans Multi-Billion Shekel 'Strip' Development to Transform Southern City Entrance
Haifa is planning a 2.5 to 4 billion shekel urban development project at its southern entrance, creating a continuous "strip" integrating tourism, conferences, and commerce. The p…
University of Haifa to Award Amos Gitai Honorary Doctorate for Cinematic Contributions
The University of Haifa will award filmmaker Amos Gitai an honorary doctorate in recognition of his influential Israeli and international cinema career and his deep ties to Haifa…
Israel’s Elite Engineering Program Prepares Teens for Long-Term Security Roles
Israel’s "Odem" program selects talented teens from peripheral areas for a 13-year path of engineering education and service in elite security agencies. Starting at 15, participan…
Likud Primaries Shake Up Knesset, Economic Growth Revised, and Ben Gurion Airport Delays Highlight Planning Failures
The Likud primaries threaten to remove 17 sitting ministers and MKs due to internal deal-making dynamics. The Technion's global ranking drops amid government austerity, while Isra…
New Star Discovery Near Milky Way’s Supermassive Black Hole Could Reveal Its Spin and Origin
Israeli scientists have discovered a new star, S301, orbiting close to the Milky Way’s supermassive black hole Sagittarius A*. This finding enables direct measurement of the black…
Israel Advances Quantum Computing with New $100 Million National Infrastructure Investment
Israel's Innovation Authority is investing 100 million shekels to build a national quantum computing infrastructure, following successful research and development at the National…
New Study Reveals Evolutionary Shift in Male Pelvic Structure Explains Gender Differences in Walking
A Tel Aviv University study finds that modern male pelvises evolved distinctively from Neanderthals and modern females, explaining gender differences in walking. The male pelvis d…
Weizmann Institute and Hebrew University Rank Among Top 100 in 2026 Shanghai Academic Ranking
In the 2026 Shanghai Academic Ranking, Israel's Weizmann Institute ranked 71st and Hebrew University 89th among the world's top 100 universities, while the Technion dropped out. H…
Israeli Tech Entrepreneur Maor Shlomo Sells Solo Startup Base 44 for $80 Million
Israeli entrepreneur Maor Shlomo sold his solo-founded startup Base 44 to Wix for $80 million after six months. The AI-powered platform allows users to build software without codi…
Israeli Educator Overcomes Family Tragedy and Mental Health Struggles to Develop Suicide Prevention App
Leor Shapira-Lekach, an Israeli educator who lost his father to suicide and a friend to a climbing accident, overcame severe mental health crises including bipolar disorder and PT…
Israeli AI System Detects and Explains Pain in Horses to Improve Animal Care
Researchers at Tel-Hai College developed an AI system that detects and explains pain in horses by analyzing facial and body cues, with potential applications for non-verbal human…
Daughter Honors Late Father by Continuing His Work with Sea Sports Charity After October 2023 Tragedy
Yamit Peretz from Kiryat Haim lost her father in the October 2023 Nova party attack and continues his legacy by working with a sea sports charity. Despite family hardships, she re…
Israeli Researchers Develop Early Genetic Fingerprint Method to Detect Leukemia Relapse
Israeli researchers developed a genetic fingerprint method to detect early leukemia relapse in children with acute myeloid leukemia. Their computational tool identifies residual d…