Tech & Finance
Israeli tech, startups, markets, and the shekel economy.
Fuel prices drop Tuesday-Wednesday night – this is the new rate
The price of a liter of 95-octane gasoline at self-service stations will stand at 7.48 shekels in July, a decrease of 32 agorot compared to the previous month, the largest monthly reduction in the last…
Israel May Reduce VAT – How It Will Affect Prices
In Israel, a reduction of the Value Added Tax (VAT) rate from 18% to 17% is being discussed again. A corresponding bill has been submitted for review to the Ministerial Committee on Legislation. If the…
SpaceX stock has cooled. Recruitment for jobs in the space economy is heating up.
The growth rate of employment in the space economy is breaking records and outpacing the overall U.S. labor market. With attractive salaries and high benefits, why do positions remain unfilled?
Podcast | Inherited bonds: What Americans in Israel need to know
Before you assume inherited bonds are safe, learn what they may mean for your taxes, liquidity, and retirement plan
Polymarket Back in the Crosshairs: "Free Money" or Mass Deception?
Two senators are demanding a federal investigation against "Polymarket," following an exposé that revealed the promotion of fake gambling videos on social networks. Simultaneously, a lawsuit has been filed against the company, and pressure in…
TikTok Unveils New AI Agent for Advertisers
TikTok has launched Symphony Agent, a new artificial intelligence agent that accompanies advertisers throughout the entire campaign creation process - from formulating the idea, through producing videos, to identifying suitable content creators and managing collaborations.
Israeli citizen sentenced in Arizona after admitting his role in a semiconductor trade-secret scheme
An Israeli citizen who worked for an Arizona semiconductor technology company was sentenced on Monday after admitting to a conspiracy to steal trade secrets, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Arizona.…
Complex crypto networks are used to facilitate financial flow, funding Houthis' war
Analysts and local sources describe a system built on Tether, temporary wallets, weakly regulated exchanges, and cash-out networks on the ground
Vivatech: Israeli, Moroccan and Emirati tech companies strengthen Abraham accords | Innov'Nation
Special report from Vivatech where Israeli, Moroccan and Emirati tech companies strengthen Abraham accords
Israel on the Front Line to Secure the World Cup
Israel is on the front line to secure the 2026 World Cup, which takes place in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, and is considered the largest digital battlefield ever observed, according to the Israeli…
Floating Gym, Arrival by Helicopter Only: Rare Documentation from the Heart of the Sea of the "Karish" That Supplies Gas
Far from the public eye lies one of the state's most important strategic assets: the Karish gas platform, located in the heart of the sea, supplies approximately 40% of the gas consumption in the Israeli…
New York City Pension Funds Would Lose Billions if Mamdani Boycotts Israel, Report Finds
People march during the “Israel Day on Fifth” parade, in New York City, US, May 31, 2026. Photo: REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz New York City’s public pension funds would lose billions of dollars in growth if policymakers…
Alone Against the Enforcement Authority: The Truth About the Collapse of Small Businesses in the War
Behind the grants and festive declarations hides a harsh and disconnected reality where the state arrives months late, when the collapse is already underway • Small businesses, reservists, and families are left alone in the…
ATMs in Israel Get New Feature for Cardless Cash Withdrawal
Israel's Mizrahi Tefahot Bank has become the first in the country to launch the ability to withdraw cash from ATMs without using a physical bank card. Customers can now receive money using a smartphone or…
"When I complete a deal, I'm already close to closing another one": The acquisition journey of Guy Propper
Since Guy Propper took on the role of CEO of Sugat seven years ago, the food company under his leadership has not stopped expanding. It has already acquired five companies for more than 300 million…
Podcast: What to do when you think the market is about to drop
How to protect your portfolio, avoid costly mistakes, and make smarter decisions when fear takes over
The Future of the Smart City: Prof. Dan Bloomberg in Conversation with Mayors at Muni Expo
At the heart of the annual Muni Expo exhibition, which brings together the best municipal innovations in Israel, a special session was held this week that drew the attention of senior local government officials.
Thanks to Israeli Technology: Did Russia Hack a Political Prisoner's Phone?
A new investigation determines: Russia hacked the phone of a famous political prisoner, using technology from the Israeli company Cellebrite. The breach occurred months after the Israeli company canceled contracts with Russia.
Israeli supermarket chain's Gaza windfall raises questions about firms selling to Strip
Victory Supermarket Chain Ltd., a popular discount grocery retailer in Israel, released its first-quarter 2026 financial results a month ago. The Israel Securities Authority demanded it issue a supplemental report to explain a greater-than-expected jump…
Israeli success in France: Tel Aviv AI firm sold to French giant media group Netgem
BARY, which says its technology cuts translation and subtitling costs by 50%, has been acquired by Netgem, which will integrate its AI-based localization platform into its film and TV services
Noam Shazir poached by OpenAI for $2.7 billion
Google spent billions to bring back the AI star; she now joins OpenAI. Noam Shazir, an emblematic figure of the large-scale model revolution and the Gemini project, leaves Google again to join OpenAI. This departure…
Also at your place? Disruptions on Facebook and Instagram around the world
More than 100,000 reported at 5:00 PM on malfunctions in two of the largest social networks, as well as on Facebook Messenger. A Meta spokesperson was forced to publish the announcement on the competing network…
You are not alone: the new chat that can read your messages on WhatsApp
WhatsApp has started testing Side Chat - a new feature that allows users to get help from Meta AI from within any conversation, without exposing the content of the correspondence to chat participants or even…
'I lost 800,000 shekels in four minutes': WhatsApp scam
Fraudulent schemes in messaging apps continue to fleece trusting investors of large sums under the guise of financial education platforms. A young entrepreneur became the latest victim of the so-called stock pump-and-dump scheme, losing enormous…
When AI agents can build an investment portfolio, the advantage of traditional stock players is eroded to the bone
What once required a team of advisors, analysts, and tax experts will become available in the near future to almost any investment account holder, thanks to the artificial intelligence revolution. However, as these tools become…
20-year-old man suspected of stealing dozens of identities using AI agents
Nikki Sokolov, 20, from Tzur Yitzhak, was arrested on suspicion of using AI agents to impersonate dozens of citizens, open bank accounts, and obtain funds and credit cards in their names
After More Than a Decade of Debts: Insolvency Proceedings Opened Against Nochi Dankner
A number of banks have petitioned for an order to open proceedings against Nochi Dankner, who has owed millions of shekels to various creditors for more than a decade. He himself consented to the order,…
Access to artificial intelligence tools blocked on hospital computers
The Ministry of Health blocked access to popular artificial intelligence tools, including ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, from all computers in hospitals operating in Israel. This was published on News 12.
Civilian tech adopted by IDF displayed in annual event
The second annual Innotal Innovation Conference showcasing cutting-edge technologies already making their way into Israel Defense Forces operations took place on Tuesday in Tel Aviv, with a particular emphasis on AI-driven solutions designed to enhance…
Anduril eyes former air force chief to head Israel operations
The innovative US military technology company wants Maj.-Gen. (res.) Amiram Norkin to lead local operations
"Rami Levy Revolutionizes Car Sales in Israel"
"Rami Levy Revolutionizes Car Sales in Israel with Unbeatable Prices on Electric Cars" The retail sector in Israel is undergoing a notable transformation with the entry of new players in the car sales market. Following…
Dramatic Directive: Trump Demands OpenAI Delay GPT-5.6
The administration of US President Donald Trump has asked OpenAI to postpone the launch of the advanced AI model GPT-5.6, due to national security and cyber concerns. • The request came from White House offices,…
Vegetables and Some Fruits Become Cheaper in Israel — Reason Named
After several months of price increases, Israeli residents have begun to notice a decrease in the cost of vegetables and a number of seasonal fruits. The most noticeable price reduction occurred in the second half…
Investment giant that recommends betting against the shekel - and 4 more articles on the state of the markets
At Bank of America, they recommend opening a 'long position' on the dollar-shekel exchange rate • The investment manager who explains why he is currently reducing exposure to Israel • Tower becomes the highest-valued Israeli…
From Startup Nation to Defense Tech Powerhouse: Israel's New Growth Engine | Dr. Eitan Lesri
In an era of new regional balance, Israel is establishing itself as a Defense Tech powerhouse: operational experience, entrepreneurship, and speed of response turn the security threat into a strategic growth engine.
The Representative Dollar Rate Set at 2.991 Shekels
The dollar strengthened by 0.843% and its representative rate was set at 2.991 shekels. The euro rose by 0.359% and its rate closed at 3.411 shekels.
Tel Aviv remains world's fourth-largest startup ecosystem despite wartime pressures
For the third consecutive year, Tel Aviv has been ranked the world's fourth most valuable startup ecosystem, with a value of $250.3 billion, according to Startup Genome's 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER). The report…
'Unique self-driving': Israel's Autobrains launches robotaxi pilot in Munich with Uber and Nvidia
"We created a unique system for autonomous driving through agentic artificial intelligence, which breaks down the reasoning into small tasks," Igal Raichelgauz, Autobrains CEO, told the Post
Coming Soon: The New Bank That Will Challenge Israel’s Veteran Banks
The British fintech giant is in the final stages of obtaining a “lean bank” license from the Bank of Israel • If approved, it will be able to offer deposits and credit alongside payment and…
Dollar hits the shekel, but expert assures: soon everything will change
Financial markets have shown a positive trend in recent days. This is happening against the backdrop of progress in negotiations between the United States and Iran — an event that is leading to a sharp…
The stock that recorded its worst week in 25 years still enjoys analyst support
Oracle lost 19% in a single week, the worst figure since the dot-com bubble. So how are analysts still optimistic, and what happened to the fortune of founder Larry Ellison.
400,000 Reports: Uber Shareholders Sued - and Revealed a Monstrous Affair
Shareholders claim that Uber's board failed in overseeing safety and compliance issues, against the backdrop of thousands of lawsuits and more than 400,000 reports of sexual assaults and harassment in the US.
Rami Levy's drone company on its way to the stock exchange
Cando Drones company published a draft prospectus and seeks to issue 19% of its shares on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. The company aims for a valuation of 100 million shekels.
Israel approves national AI plan to become technology powerhouse
The Israeli government on Tuesday approved a national plan to accelerate the development of artificial intelligence and position the Jewish state as a global leader in the rapidly evolving field. The initiative, proposed by Israeli…
WIZO Rishon Lezion youth village teens create fact-checking bot
For the students, many of whom remain closely connected with friends and family in their countries of origin, the issue is not abstract
Electric Company Glitch: Did Not Collect 65 Million Shekels – This Is the Reason
The Electricity Authority reveals an ongoing collection failure at the Electric Company totaling approximately 65 million shekels. A framework is now presented dividing responsibility. The decision now moves to the public hearing stage before a…
Fake Liberman Promises Money: Israelis Warned of Danger
Israelis have been warned about a new scam scheme in which criminals use the name of Avigdor Liberman and the visual branding of Channel 9 to spread fake investment offers. In recent days, promotional videos…
Five Things to Know Ahead of the Stock Market Opening
Trading in Tel Aviv will open this morning against a backdrop of a sharp negative trend worldwide. The TA-35 index is plunging by over 8%, led by the technology sector, while New York futures deepen…
High-Tech Layoffs Are a National Opportunity – and the Answer to Internal Security Challenges | Boaz Gilad
The crisis in high-tech does not have to end with loss of manpower: engineers, AI experts, and cybersecurity personnel can become a new engine for public safety technologies, from smart policing to emergency management.
Global Tech Blow: Cloud Giant Oracle Cuts Approximately 21,000 Employees in One Year
Oracle's annual report indicates a decline from 162,000 to 141,000 employees within one year. The company spent $1.84 billion on severance pay and retirement expenses as part of broad reorganization processes.
Payoneer purchased by Canada's Nuvei for $2.75 billion
Israeli fintech company Payoneer is being acquired by Canadian payments firm Nuvei in an all-cash transaction valued at $2.75 billion. The deal valued Payoneer at a 21% premium to its Nasdaq closing price on Friday,…
Your Taxes: Two permanent homes and a double life? Problematic
The case mainly concerns a husband who was born in Israel in 1948, traveled to England in 1985, and to Nigeria in 1993, where he set up successful agricultural and chicken-breeding companies
The Secret Technology That Will Crack All Credit Cards and Encryptions in the World
The world is preoccupied with the dangers of artificial intelligence, but the truly alarming breakthrough is happening in the field of quantum computing, which is expected to render security systems, credit cards, and digital secrets…
Scammers Attempt to Deceive Israelis Using AI - Details
A new dangerous phone scam scheme is gaining momentum in Israel, with elderly people most often falling victim. As reported by the Ministry of Social Welfare, criminals are increasingly using artificial intelligence technologies that allow…
"The Competition for Talent Will Be Increasingly Tough": CEO of the Hottest Chip Company Speaks for the First Time
About three years after taking on the role of CEO of Nova, Gaby Waisman describes the renaissance that the chip industry, in which the company operates, is experiencing, and its transformation into critical infrastructure: "Control…
After the historic achievement, Elon Musk continues forward: "You must be smoking crack"
The stock of Elon Musk's SpaceX company opened trading at a price of $150 per share, an impressive jump compared to the price set in the initial public offering.
"The Hacker from Ashkelon" Extradited Secretly to the US
The Israeli-American citizen Michael Kedar, 27, who previously served 7 years in prison in Israel for thousands of false threats, was brought before a federal court in Orlando.
Despite war, Israel's high-tech industry continues to grow
Israeli startups raised roughly $8.6 billion of capital in the first half of 2026, up 45% compared to the $6 billion raised in the same time period last year, a report published by Poalim Tech…
Bennett forms AI advisory committee to boost Israel's national tech policy ahead of elections
The plan is said to be aimed at boosting the country's technological edge and positioning Israel as a global and regional leader in artificial intelligence
Brown Hotel Chain in a New Strategic Move: This Is What Will Happen in Europe
Brown chain expands operations in Europe and enters Germany for the first time in a deal that includes several hotels in major cities • The move joins a trend of Israeli expansion in the hotel…
