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🚀 Alison Ai has been named one of the top 10 GAI startups in Israel! Discover how Alison Ai and other visionary companies are harnessing artificial intelligence to drive innovation and reshape industries. Dive into the future with us. Link in the comments.

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Is it shopping season for Israeli technology? The recent surge in M&A activity in Israel is the most significant sign of hope and optimism I’ve seen since October 7th. It demonstrates the potential of Israeli tech and the faith placed in it by top global companies. When technology leaders choose to further expand into Israel and acquire local teams, you know financial outlooks are positive. In cybersecurity - often the poster-child of Israeli tech - we’ve seen five acquisitions in quick succession totaling more than $1Bn. Flow Security by CrowdStrike (~$200M), Avalor Security, a Zscaler Company ($350M), Gem Security (acquired by Wiz) ($350M), Silk Security by Armis ($150M) and Entitle by BeyondTrust (~150M). All are led by exceptional individuals, well done! Perhaps more telling is the emerging AI industry. Last week NVIDIA announced its acquisition of two companies for a combined value of $1Bn. Congratulations RunAI ($700M) and Deci AI ($300M). Mainstream media is so focused on the voices of a racist minority calling for boycotts and divestments that they fail to capture actual news. Antisemites might yell the loudest, but the actions of multinational corporations speak louder than words. I am optimistic about the future. Are you?

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"AR computing!" Say goodbye to traditional laptops. An Israeli entrepreneur has innovated a technology that bids farewell to our traditional laptops. Tamir Berliner- founder of Sightful and the innovator behind the Spacetop G1! What is the Spacetop G1? Spatial computer that seamlessly integrates the functionality of a laptop with the capabilities Of Augmented Reality (AR). A 100-inch virtual workspace replaces the need for a physical screen. Spacetop G1 adapts to various environments, whether at home, in the office, or on the go. This represents a step forward in integrating AR technologies with daily tasks. Spatial with AR transforms how we interact with digital content, personally and professionally. The real test will be in its execution. The usability of the AR interface, the battery life, the comfort of AR glasses, etc., are crucial. I believe Sightful has managed to address these practical concerns effectively. And I am awaiting the official release in india. Congrats to Tamir Berliner and the team for their bold move and fantastic innovation. The Spacetop G1 is an evolution in how we think about personal computing. Soorya Narayanan | AppLogiQ #applogiq #innovation #entrepreneur #techentrepreneur #augmentedreality #spatialcomputing #management #startups

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2023 was a tough year for Israeli startups. After a few slow quarters, the Israeli startup ecosystem is starting to show signs of recovery and stability. According to the latest tech review for Q1 2024 (by LeumiTech and IVC Data and Insights): - Israeli startups raised $1.74 billion in Q1 2024, just 1% below Q1 2023 - Q1 2024 had more seed rounds than each of the 3 previous quarters in 2023 - Cyber dominated in M&A and large rounds Link to the my post (and the report) in the first comment 👇

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Last month CTech by Calcalist published its annual list of the Top 50 Most Promising Israeli Startups and the FundGuard team is honored to be highlighted among the top 5 companies that made a splash in Startup Nation this year. Watch this video to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eDdeHKQS #calcalist50 #fintech #comeworkwithus

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𝐈𝐬𝐫𝐚𝐞𝐥-𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐍𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 $𝟏𝟏 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 An $11 million Series A fundraising round has been raised by the Israeli startup Nagish, which uses artificial intelligence to allow the deaf to communicate over the phone. Read More: https://bityl.co/R1S4 #israelstartup #startup #StartupNews #nagish #investment #businessinvestment #InvestmentNews #NewsUpdate #news #ciolook

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"Get the best team and run as fast as you can" 🏃‍♂️💨 In the venture capital landscape, the path from strategic insights to impactful investments is paved with determination and a deep understanding of tech's potential. On a recent episode of Tech Salescraft, Eyal Redler, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of The Garage, shares the compelling journey of this unique venture firm. From decades of military intelligence experience to the inception of a venture platform, explore how The Garage navigates the fintech and enterprise tech sectors with unmatched expertise. Dive into our latest blog for an in-depth look at how The Garage leverages its founders' military precision and vast network to fuel the growth of promising startups.👇 https://lnkd.in/e9KZVx_2 #HiringStratergies #TechSalesRecruitment #TechSalescraft #TechSales #TechSalesBlog

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Good finds its way to the top! The Israeli tech scene is exploding, and the number of exits and investments we have seen in the last few months is mind-blowing. So, we have packed some of the most talked-about tech leaders into a virtual event titled "Unicorn Nation," which will take place on 6/27. Co-hosted with Asaf Wolff 🦅 and Bereisheet, this event will cover everything you need to know, from fundraising to exit strategies. Founders like Ran Ribenzaft, who sold his company to Cisco for $500M, and Arick Goomanovsky, who sold his for $265M, will share their tips on crafting the right exit strategy. On the fundraising side, we have brilliant founders like Amir Elichai Sivan B. and Hilla Ovil-Brenner from Arieli Capital who will provide their insights on what it takes to raise funds in today’s market. We’ll hear Guy Benjamin's story on how he was able to raise a $32M Series A round without a presentation, and more. Tomer Shani from Meitar Law Firm and Adi Hoorvitch Lavi, PhD from Poalim Tech will cover the landscape of investments, exits, and IPOs in the tech market. Ever wondered how to calculate your raise? Shlomo Neumann , a financial wizard who has led startup rounds and raised hundreds of millions, will answer that question and more. Lastly, we’ll have a special keynote from Haim Pinto, Cisco CTO to EMEA, who will share his views on the explosion we see in Israeli tech these days. Don’t miss out. Registration is FREE - https://lnkd.in/e45ZnFWn #fundraising #startup #unicorn #tech #startupnation #founders

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Most promising Israeli startups: 4 fintech companies to watch in 2024 FundGuard, Obligo, okoora, and IVIX were the highest-ranked fintech companies in this year's list of the 50 most promising Israeli startups

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Google’s record-breaking $23 billion acquisition of Wiz is a game changer for Israeli tech. This is not just a landmark deal for Israel, but a powerful statement by Google in supporting the Israeli tech ecosystem. This is huge news during regular times… not to mention during a time of war where many VCs and corporates are shying away from investing in Israel. It is the largest acquisition in Israeli history, and Google’s largest acquisition ever. Yes... EVER! Wiz was swinging for the fences from day one. The team scaled the business to $100 million in ARR within 18 months, becoming the fastest-growing software company ever. And yet… selling it for $23 billion at this point in time? This is a game changer.   I believe this acquisition signals a turning point for Israeli tech, and that this deal will undoubtedly have a ripple effect, encouraging more investment in Israeli startups. In a way, it reminds me of the acquisition of Waze by Google (do you see a pattern here?🙂) Outside of this being great news for Israeli #founders, it’s some good news for the people of #Israel, who after close to 10 months of war, get validation that the world appreciates Israeli innovation, and provides a sense of hope… We’re going to see tremendous momentum in the Israeli tech ecosystem going into the fall. It’s an exciting time to be an Israeli founder. 97212 Ventures #startupnation #venturecapital #israelinnovation

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As Israel celebrates its 76th Independence Day, the amazing guys at the Mamram Alumni Foundation have produced a collection of tips for founders, by founders. It's in Hebrew, but let me translate my own part for the benefit of my English reader friends. Obviously, every journey will be different, and the only constant will be change, so enjoy it! 1. Surround yourself with people you can trust blindly. Co-founders, managers, and team leaders. People that share that excitement and passion for what you are building and are ready to do whatever it takes. 2. Put the customer at the center. It's easy to get excited about something you are building, but always remember there is a customer on the other side that needs to see the value and use it. Always get feedback from customers, so you are aligned with what they need. 3. Don't forget to breathe. This journey is more like a rollercoaster - with ups, downs, and rapid changes. Do yourself and your team a favor and remember to take a moment to recharge. Set ambitious, yet achievable goals, and enjoy the ride. If it's not fun - why doing it? For the Hebrew readers - there are some great tips from much smarter people here: https://lnkd.in/g3aazRa7 P.S. Thanks to Yossi Melamed and the Mamram Alumni Association for the leadership on this project, and many others, that help the tech community in Israel strive and grow even in difficult times!

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According to a new report co-produced by Google Israel and RISE Israel (formerly SNPI), there are more than 2,300 AI startups active in Israel today. That number accounts for roughly one quarter of all the technology companies in the country. It is well known that Israel has the highest number of startups per capita in the world, but we must continue to capitalize on the AI moment if we want to hold onto the technology crown. In fact, the report notes that AI startups in Israel are not launching at the pace of previous startup eras. At our Google Cloud Summit Tel Aviv last week, we saw a lot of excitement and innovation around AI. With that in mind, I authored a Google Cloud blog highlighting 5 of Google Cloud Israel’s top AI customers here in Israel that show that Israel is still a leader in new tech. These companies are leading in almost every sector of AI, including healthtech, security, databases, and content creation. I invite you to read the blog and learn more about them: CytoReason, founded by David H. and Prof. Shai Shen-Orr, a tech company transforming biopharma’s decision-making from trial and error to data-driven using an AI Platform of computational disease models. Fairtility, founded by Eran Eshed and Assaf Ben-Meir, is reimagining IVF for the modern fertility clinic with a suite of AI software tools. Hour One, founded by Oren Aharon and Lior Hakim, revolutionizes content creation for businesses by centralizing all workflows in one AI-powered platform Lightricks, founded by Zeev Farbman, Nir Pochter, Yaron Inger and Amit Goldstein, is transforming storytelling with products that integrate AI and video production. Wiz, founded by Assaf Rappaport, Ami Luttwak, Yinon C. and Roy R., recently launched support for Google Cloud Vertex AI. Now, Wiz customers can build, train, and deploy ML models at scale while ensuring they are effectively monitoring and managing the security risks associated with managing AI/ML models. I am personally more motivated than ever and believe even more strongly that Israel will deliver No Matter What. https://lnkd.in/d25ueAyw #Google #GoogleCloud #CloudForIsrael #NoMatterWhat #StartupNation #GoogleCloudSummit

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Over this past year, we’ve learned anew the strength that we have as a nation. And if you’ve read recent headlines regarding funding rounds and exits of Israeli startups, you will see a clear demonstration of resilience in action. According to a recent report by Startup Nation Central, the Israel tech ecosystem has recently completed: - 220 private investment rounds - An estimated $3.1 billion raised - $3.7 billion in M&A transactions - 20 new venture capital funds were established, raising $1.7 billion And it’s not just internal optimism. A recent poll conducted by the global accounting company Ernst & Young showed that about 60% of multinational companies expressed confidence in the Israeli tech industry. Some might say that what happens in Israel is simply miraculous. I say that it’s because of the resilience, grit, determination, creativity, innovation and perseverance of our people. And Google Cloud Israel is proud to support our hi-tech community, from early stage to enterprise and everyone in the middle. 76 years and counting… Israeli tech continues to deliver No Matter What. https://lnkd.in/dbpvwcuW. #GoogleCloud #CloudForIsrael #StartupNation #Resilience #NoMatterWhat

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Ready to shape the future of Israeli high-tech? 🚀 Mamram Seeds Class 2 is launching! Our excellence program is back and bigger than ever. If you're entrepreneurs who are combat service veterans or Mamram graduates just starting out and looking for the right framework to grow and find your founding team, this is the place. 8 months of an incredible journey that will prepare you for any challenge. Registration is now open and spots are limited, so secure your place with us in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The only place where combat service veterans and Mamram graduates are brought together around one table with a common goal: to create winning ventures. A group of 24 outstanding entrepreneurs - 12 Mamram graduates and 12 combat service veterans - will embark on an 8-month entrepreneurial journey. During this time, they will explore, learn, and closely encounter the leaders of the Israeli eco-system from various angles. Who knows what crazy startups might be born during the program? 🦄 We're looking for Israel's next technological leadership! If you're entrepreneurs who aren't intimidated by anyone, if you're innovators who aren't afraid of any challenge - this is your place to break through and grow. What will happen in the program? ✅8 months of self-discovery and identification as leaders and entrepreneurs ✅Acquire tools and methodologies in startup creation processes ✅Meet and hear from entrepreneurs at different stages, from early-stage startups to senior entrepreneurs in the country ✅Establish and develop your own venture at Mamram Labs ✅Tour companies and various entrepreneurial spaces, and discover new problem spaces ✅Connect with a group of winning leaders! ✅Join a global community of Mamram graduates and the organization's entrepreneurship programs alumni Spots are limited and demand is high - register now to secure your place in the next generation of high-tech leaders! 💨🏃‍♂️ Cohort #2 is on its way. To register -> https://bit.ly/4czKPXe (Registration is open until August 1) Thanks to our amazing partners - Team8 | lool ventures | Pearl Cohen | Google | Next October Ehud Naos | Ishay Gavriel | Ori Barzilay | Dina Walker | Doron Latzer | Guy Lachmann | Naama Yanko | Izhar Shay | Yossi Melamed | Yaniv Golan | Aviv Yonas

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Here's a new list of 40 (!) early-stage, fast growing VC-backed Israeli web3 startups, that raised Seed to Series B funding from top tier investors. 1) Tweed - the only one that raised seed from Accel 2) Dynamic - the only one that raised seed from a16z 3) Certora - the only one that raised from Tiger 4) Alterya - the only one that raised from Battery 5) Zengo Wallet - the only one that raised seed from Insight 6) Chaos Labs 7) Fhenix 8) Ingonyama - Zero Knowledge Proof Hardware Acceleration 9) Sodot 10) INX 11) Solidus Labs 12) Chain Reaction Ltd. 13) Hexagate 14) TRES Finance 15) Lightblocks Labs 16) Backed Finance AG 17) Lava Network 18) Blockaid 19) Addressable.io 20) GK8 by Galaxy 21) Breez 22) Hypernative 23) Utila 24) Braavos - Crypto Asset Management 25) SSV Labs 26) spherex technologies 27) dWallet Labs 28) CyVers 》Proactive Web3 Security 29) Archimedes 30) kirobo.io 31) Ironblocks 32) Nilos 33) Grappa.xyz 34) Othentic Labs 35) VirtuSwap 36) COTI Group 37) Xternity 38) FORDEFI 39) SendBlocks 40) Kima Network

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Do you want to know where to invest your money? Well look no further! Calcalist כלכליסט just published their list of “The 50 Most Promising Israeli Startups – 2024!” Amidst a year marked by economic slowdown, judicial overhaul, and the turmoil of war, the resilience of Israel's startup ecosystem shines brightly as a testament to the incredible innovation and tenacity of our entrepreneurs. This year's list focuses on companies under seven years old, emphasizing sectors beyond our traditional strengths in cybersecurity, including Agritech, AI, and defense tech. In Agritech, startups like Bluewhite and Greeneye Technology are revolutionizing agriculture with autonomous robotics and precision spraying, addressing global food security challenges. In AI, companies like Pinecone and Robust Intelligence are pushing the boundaries of technology. The entrepreneurial spirit in Israel is unique, but sustaining this momentum requires addressing both global economic pressures and local geopolitical challenges. We need to be focused on creating and maintaining a robust support system for innovation in order for our startups to continue to succeed. Providing unwavering support and fostering an environment where these companies can thrive is pivotal for their success. Given the challenges faced by Israeli startups in the past year, what strategies do you believe are most effective in ensuring their long-term resilience and success? Take a look a the full list here > https://lnkd.in/dAhda7vA #IsraeliTech #StartupNation #VentureCapital #Agritech #Cybersecurity

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Israeli AI-Driven Cash Flow Management Platform Raises a $10 Million Panax, an Israeli AI startup that helps companies to handle cash flow, raised a $10 million Series A round of funding led by Team8, with participation from TLV Partners. The total funding of the startup is now $15.5 million. Panax will scale its go-to-market approach, build a more robust AI and data team, and expand its NYC office while keeping its R&D in Israel. AI helps the startup to put together financial data, identify insights and forecast cash flow. The startup also provides a possibility for foreign exchange. Panax focuses on midsize and large companies in industries such as manufacturing, logistics and real estate. Noam Mills, Sefi Itzkovich and Niv Yaar founded Panax 2 years ago. Source: https://lnkd.in/dEiBQjEg

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Post Funding-Round Imposter Syndrome - a new term coined at Buildcon’s closing session. Oz Alon (CEO of HoneyBook) and Ariel Assaraf (CEO of Coralogix) are two of the most accomplished founders around, leading growth-stage companies that are successful by any parameter one can think of. But here they speak with such vulnerability, humbleness, and ‘dugriness,’ capturing much of what’s so special about Israelis building companies. Turns out they are also very funny. A link to the full session is in the first comment.

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𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐬𝐫𝐚𝐞𝐥𝐢 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥? Check out this article on the promising signs of recovery >> https://lnkd.in/dQU6bQUF #StartupNation #Resilience #Innovation

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