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Haredi High-Tech Startups Show Surprising Growth and High Survival Rates

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First reported by Ynet · 18 hours ago

What happened

Since 2019, 53 Haredi-founded startups have raised $62.4 million and achieved a 93% survival rate one year post-acceleration program, expanding globally and increasing valuations by 162%.

  • 0153 Haredi startups raised $62.4 million since 2019 through an acceleration program.
  • 02Startups show a 93% survival rate one year after program completion, defying past trends.
  • 03Half of the companies expanded to international markets including the US, Europe, and Japan.
  • 04Company valuations rose 162% during the six-month program, with most generating revenue early.
  • 05Eight entrepreneurs presented innovations in AI, digital health, fintech, e-commerce, and software.
  • 06Israel Innovation Authority stresses integrating Haredi community into the tech sector for growth.

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Full coverage · 2 outlets

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Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew26 minutes ago
Haredi High-Tech Startups Show Surprising Growth and High Survival Rates
YnetCenter · Hebrew18 hours ago
Haredi High-Tech Startups Raise $62 Million, Show 93% Survival Rate After Acceleration Program

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