Wolt
Wolt · 48 stories
Nordic Unions Demand Fair Labor Practices from Platform Companies
Scandinavia's leading unions are demanding that platform companies like Wolt adopt collective bargaining agreements and improve worker conditions, citing a growing precarious work…
Teacher Wounded in Shooting Outside Negev School
A teacher was moderately wounded in a shooting outside a school in Hura, the Negev, on Thursday. Police are investigating the incident, which follows a week of deadly shootings in…
Wolt Data Reveals Israeli Consumer Habits and Peak Ordering Times
Wolt's 5786 data reveals Israelis' diverse ordering habits, from fast food and groceries to electronics and fashion, with significant growth in protein product orders. The busiest…
AI Revolutionizes Design, Creating Opportunities for Junior Professionals
Boaz Zemer states that AI is revolutionizing the design industry, creating opportunities for junior professionals and lowering entry barriers. He notes new requirements for job se…
Israeli Ballet Star Navigates Career Shift to Tech
A former prima ballerina has successfully transitioned to a tech career, reflecting on industry changes. The article also covers economic news including a large tip for delivery c…
Israeli Ballet Star Discusses Career Challenges and Industry Shifts
A former ballet soloist discusses the financial challenges and technological shifts in the dance industry. The article also covers a deal for Wolt drivers, job market changes, per…
Nazareth Double Murder: Three City Residents Arrested
Three young men from Nazareth have been arrested on suspicion of involvement in a double murder that occurred in the city last week. The arrests follow a violent period in Nazaret…
Generations of Customers Flock to Beloved Guitar Shop
A guitar shop has become a multi-generational success story, thriving against mall competition. The article also covers economic news including delivery driver compensation, corpo…
Just Eat Delays Israeli Market Entry, 10bis Focuses on B2B
Just Eat will not launch in Israel as its subsidiary 10bis postpones the brand's introduction to focus on its growing B2B corporate catering business. A pilot program in southern…
Delivery Startup HAAT Expands Operations to Central Israel and Sharon
Israeli delivery startup HAAT is expanding its services to the central and Sharon regions, actively recruiting sales personnel and partners. This move intensifies competition with…
Israeli Food Delivery Service 'Ten Bis' Cancels Pilot Program, Cuts Staff
Israeli food delivery company Ten Bis is canceling its Just Eat pilot program in southern Israel and laying off 15 employees. The company will refocus on its core business-to-busi…
Wolt Agrees to Multi-Million Shekel Payout in Courier Status Dispute
Food delivery service Wolt will pay 34.3 million shekels to 82,000 couriers in Israel as part of a settlement resolving a dispute over their employment status. The agreement also…
AI and Oil Paints: Building Websites with Code is Essential for Tech Jobs
Tech job seekers must build websites with code, while Wolt couriers gain improved conditions. High-tech salaries are up 11%, and investment opportunities in Poland and the S&P 500…
Wolt and Latet Partner to Double Food Donations Amid Rising Need
Wolt and the Latet organization are partnering to provide holiday food packages for Israeli families facing increased economic hardship and food insecurity. Wolt will match all cu…
Wolt Reaches Landmark $8.5 Million Settlement with Delivery Couriers
Wolt has agreed to pay NIS 34.3 million (approx. $8.5 million USD) to settle a class-action lawsuit by 82,000 couriers seeking employee status. The settlement maintains the indepe…
Food Aid Demand Surges 32% Ahead of Jewish New Year
The "Latet" organization reports a 32% surge in demand for food aid ahead of the Jewish New Year. In response, they have launched a holiday campaign, partnering with major Israeli…
Israeli Gas Stations Compete With Loyalty Programs, Offering Savings With Caveats
Israeli gas station loyalty programs offer various savings through cashback and bonuses, but users must navigate different rules, accumulation thresholds, and expiration dates. Th…
Wolt Israel Appoints New Growth Lead, Better Supplements Launch
Wolt Israel has appointed Omri Shinfeld to lead growth initiatives, while actress Rotem Sela launched her new supplement brand Better. New marketing and operations leaders were al…
Wolt Delivery Couriers Outraged Over New Cancellation Policy
Wolt delivery couriers in Israel are protesting a new policy that limits cancellations after accepting an order, citing unfairness and potential damage to their performance metric…
Delivery App 'Wolt' Accused of Inflating Grocery Prices
An Israeli investigation found that the delivery app Wolt charges significantly higher prices for basic groceries compared to major supermarkets, even before delivery fees. Wolt c…
Report Reveals Significant Price Markups on Groceries via Wolt App
An Israeli investigation found that the Wolt delivery app charges significantly higher prices for basic groceries compared to major supermarkets, even before adding delivery and s…
Tel Aviv Deputy Mayor Pushes Law to Hold Delivery Companies Liable for Rider Accidents
Tel Aviv Deputy Mayor Meital Lehabi is proposing legislation to make delivery companies vicariously liable for accidents caused by their riders. The bill aims to hold platforms ac…
Chef Aharoni Launches New Crispy Chicken Dishes
Chef Israel Aharoni has launched two new crispy chicken dishes, "Honey Butter Crispers" and "Sweet and Sour Crispers," at his Aharonis Fried Chicken restaurants. The dishes are av…
Wolt Charges Significantly Higher Prices for Basic Food Items Compared to Major Israeli Supermarkets
C14's investigation shows Wolt charges significantly higher prices for basic groceries than major Israeli supermarkets, even before delivery fees. Five common products, including…
Eitan Yohananof Plans to Separate Real Estate from Retail Operations at Yohananof
Eitan Yohananof, CEO of Yohananof supermarkets, plans to separate the company's real estate activities from its retail operations, aiming for better management and possibly a futu…
Tiv Taam Buys Ashdod Land for 41 Million Shekels to Secure Future Branch
Tiv Taam purchased land in Ashdod for 40.8 million shekels to build a new branch by 2029, anticipating the end of its current lease and related legal issues. The company reported…
Wolt Delivery Rider Arrested for Stabbing Bus Driver After Road Dispute in Ramat Gan
A Wolt delivery rider from Bnei Brak was arrested for stabbing a bus driver in Ramat Gan after a road dispute. The driver was lightly injured and treated, and the suspect was caug…
Global Glitch in Wolt App Halts New Delivery Orders
Wolt's delivery app is facing a global technical problem that stops new orders due to courier-related issues, affecting users worldwide.
Wolt Delivery App Charges Significantly Higher Prices on Basic Food Items Compared to Major Supermarkets
An investigation by C14 shows that the Wolt delivery app charges significantly higher prices on basic food items compared to major Israeli supermarkets, even before delivery fees…
Mitman Butcher Launches Asian Dumpling Line Including Gyoza and Dim Sum
Mitman butcher chain in Tel Aviv has launched a frozen Asian dumpling line including gyoza and dim sum, offering authentic flavors and affordable prices for easy home preparation.
Wolt Charges Significantly Higher Prices for Basic Food Items Compared to Major Supermarkets
C14's investigation shows Wolt charges significantly higher prices on basic groceries than major supermarkets like Carrefour in Israel, even before delivery fees. Wolt says prices…
New Cross-Sector Crime Alliance Boosts Musli Brothers' Power in Israel
Israeli police uncover a new cross-sector alliance between the Musli and Jarushi crime families, leading to arrests including Yosef Hariri's son and house arrest for Yossi Musli a…
Israeli Crime Boss Yossi Mosli Released to House Arrest After Court Rejects Police Detention Appeal
Yossi Mosli, a crime boss arrested for a serious assault in Savion, was released to house arrest after courts ruled insufficient evidence to extend his detention. Despite police c…
Wolt's 'Duty-Free' Deals Often More Expensive Than Market Prices, Study Finds
Wolt markets some products as "duty-free" with VAT savings, but a price check shows these items often cost more than elsewhere, urging buyers to compare prices before purchasing.
Wolt Delivery Driver Arrested for Harassing and Threatening Channel 12 Reporter in Ashkelon
A Wolt delivery driver in Ashkelon was arrested after harassing and threatening Channel 12 reporter Itay Galon during a live report. The police launched a quick investigation, and…
Tel Aviv Court Extends Detention of Crime Boss Yossi Mosli Amid Ongoing Clan Conflict
The Tel Aviv District Court extended the detention of crime boss Yossi Mosli over his suspected role in a violent fight injuring a delivery worker. The case is part of an ongoing…
Court Releases Crime Boss Yossi Musli After Assault Arrest in Tel Aviv Area
Yossi Musli, a crime boss under house arrest, was released by court after being arrested for assaulting a delivery worker. Evidence showed he did not order the delivery or commit…
Tel Aviv Court Orders Release of Crime Boss Yossi Mosli Amid Weak Evidence
Yossi Mosli, a crime boss arrested for a serious assault in Savyon, was ordered released by a Tel Aviv court due to insufficient evidence. Police had sought to extend his detentio…
Israeli Man Faces Multiple Traffic Fines Due to License Plate Fraud Scheme
Neriya Bukboza received multiple traffic fines for violations he did not commit after his license plate was cloned in a fraud scheme. Despite proving the errors, authorities have…
Delivery Driver's Reckless Driving Leads to Innocent Citizen Fined in Tel Aviv
A Wolt delivery driver in Tel Aviv used falsified license plates while driving recklessly, causing fines to be wrongly issued to an innocent person. Wolt and local authorities are…
Chef Yuval Ben Neriah Launches Japanese Fast Casual Restaurant Chain in Europe
Israeli chef Yuval Ben Neriah is launching a Japanese fast casual restaurant chain in Europe, starting with Vienna, backed by a 10 million euro investment. The chain will focus on…
Chef Einav Azguri Brings Authentic Home Cooking to Tel Aviv's Pranzo
Chef Einav Azguri, famous for popularizing Basque cheesecake in Israel, has joined Pranzo in Tel Aviv, serving fresh, home-style dishes with a chef’s creativity. The restaurant-de…
Customer Sparks Online Debate Over Misleading Ice Cream Portion Display on Delivery App
A customer ordering ice cream via Wolt in Ramla found the delivered portion smaller than the app's image suggested, sparking online debate about misleading product presentation. T…
Rami Levy Tops Online Grocery Price Comparison, Carrefour Close Behind
A Retail Research Institute survey found Rami Levy offers the cheapest online grocery prices, with Carrefour close behind and Wolt Market significantly more expensive. Price diffe…
Israeli Retailers Launch Back-to-School Shirt Deals With Varied Discounts and Delivery Options
Israeli retailers and online stores are offering various back-to-school shirt promotions with expanded sizes, multiple styles, and discounts. Delivery terms and logo printing opti…
Wolt Enters Israeli Corporate Food Benefits Market, Challenging Sibbus and Ten Bis
Wolt has launched Wolt Benefits, entering Israel's 6 billion shekel corporate food benefits market and challenging dominant platforms Sibbus and Ten Bis with lower commissions and…
Ramat Gan Deputy Mayor Israel Zari Joins Gadi Eizenkot’s Yashar Party
Israel Zari, Deputy Mayor of Ramat Gan, has joined Gadi Eizenkot’s Yashar party ahead of the 2026 elections, emphasizing leadership and unity. Zari, a former youth party founder a…
Carrefour Acquires Majority Stake in Pri Market to Enter Wholesale Business in Israel
Carrefour Israel is acquiring a 70% stake in Pri Market to enter the wholesale business for small retailers and businesses, gaining a logistics hub and expanding its market reach…