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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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CASE STORY - PART II ------- We are on with the second part of story about our implementation to Tel Aviv Medical Center - T.A.M.C Ltd. This time it's more detailed, and tells about how we moved this medical center from 6 systems to one. All-in-one is one of the basic concepts of our software. We really thing, that using multiple solutions (sometimes over 30) only make your clinic way less efficient. If you have a software mess in your medical center or chain of clinics - that one is for you 😊 https://lnkd.in/eQM-tNK8

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IVC Data and Insights report on the Israeli venture market for Q1-Q3 2024 reveals: - $7.4 billion invested in Israeli startups, surpassing the entire 2023 total of $6.9 billion. - $13 billion generated from exits, a 26% increase from 2023's $10.4 billion. - 23% surge in foreign investments year-over-year. - 67% of capital sourced from global investors, with 33% from Israeli funds. - $2.7 billion secured by early-stage startups, the second-highest figure in Israeli startup ecosystem history (after 2022's record). These figures demonstrate investors' confidence in the long-term sustainability of the Israeli startup ecosystem. Trust received, challenge accepted. We're building the future, brick by brick.

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Huge move for the future of AI in Israel. The incredible founders of Aporia - Liran Hason and Alon Gubkin - have built one of the greatest AI teams in Israel. Today we celebrate their success and announce its acquisition by Coralogix (link in the first comment). Quick recap - Aleph's portfolio company Coralogix is a data infrastructure company in the observability field. They offer a real-time streaming analytics pipeline for logs, metrics, tracing and security. This move will help them expand into AI observability - a critical new market. But there's more to the story. Coralogix is going to invest tens of millions of dollars into a dedicated AI research center in #Israel. While everyone is talking about the importance of AI excellence in Israel, it's people like Ariel Assaraf and Yoni Farin who actually deliver. Well done friends! Congratulations team Aporia, welcome home!

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There is something very special about monday.com, ironSource, Yotpo, Lemonade, Fiverr, Playtika, and the other B2B startups that were founded in the early 2000s. They built the playbook that the current Israeli startup ecosystem stands on. I would love to interview these founders: Eran Zinman & Roy Mann CEO monday.com Tomer Tagrin. CEO Yotpo Tomer Bar-Zeev CEO ironSource Micha Kaufman ceo Fiverr Daniel Schreiber CEO Lemonade Or any founders that built from the early 2000s and still building. If someone can make an intro or ask them directly to come on the Founder StorieZ Podcast I would greatly appreciate it 🙏

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East Jerusalem based medtech accelerator JINNOVATE launches with 14 Arab-Israeli led portfolio companies https://lnkd.in/d35gczUz Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Jerusalem Techlinic Mahmoud Khweis Israel Innovation Authority רשות החדשנות USAID ARC Innovation Takwin VC Ezadeen Alsaad Jafar Mahfouz Muawyah Akash ISRAEL21c — Good News From Israel

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10 Exciting Israeli Startups you may not have heard about BUT, you should be following: 1. WINN.AI - Salestech 2. Onebeat - Retail tech company 3. MazeBolt - Cyber Security 4. Cynomi - Cyber Security 5. Canditech - HR Tech 6. Percepto - Autonomous Drones - Drone tech 7. HiBob - HR Tech 8. Mesh Payments - Fintech 9. XTEND - Drone tech 10. Connecteam - HR Tech #startupnation

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Definitely one of the best teams I’ve met and worked with in the local tech scene. Run:ai ✨ But a few more reasons why this acquisition is awesome. 1. Nvidia appreciates us & keeps on doubling-down on the Israeli startup ecosystem. After the huge success with Mellanox the Giant is here to stay. That’s great. Again - I’d say that a big part of it belongs to Eyal Waldman. 2. Israel will get stronger, or at least keep on track within the race to AI. 3. Timing: especially now. When Israel is threatened and facing different attacks, and some big challenges. While many of us are not at our best (to say the least) and fight for our future - Nvidia knows what great innovation we have here, how great the teams are - and closing such a deal. 4. Just like many other great things we’ve seen recently, also this innovation starts with science. Education is important! 5. A small reason to smile and feel proud of our tech industry. Happy news. Congratulations Omri Geller Ronen Dar Yael Dor Rona Segev … 🤍 #bringthembacknow

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Last week Bria was ranked #20 of the most promising startups in Israel, kudos to the team! It is a long journey to build a startup. At 8 years old, I fell in love with mathematics, and at that point, I knew that's what I'd get my PhD in. That passion not only shaped my academic path but also ignited my interest in visual technologies and AI, which led me to pursue a PhD in computer vision. During my studies, I began to realise just how much the future of content would change with AI coming into the mix. Fast-forward to 2020, during COVID and before the Gen AI hype, I combined my understanding of how visuals can be generated with AI and the valuable enterprise experience I gained in my previous role at Trax Retail, to co-establish an AI startup called BRIA. We had one simple goal: To make it easy for any individual and company to generate the exact visuals needed for any use. Our key objective in helping you achieve this is to ensure that we provide you with a transparent, open, and responsible AI platform trained solely on licensed data, no public figures and deep fake, no privacy infringement. And in a world where more than 43% of people don't trust companies to use AI morally, Responsible AI use has never been more important. In building BRIA, we've been able to help businesses all over the world scale their content development process. And what gets me even more excited is that we've been able to partner with different creators to ensure that their creativity is respected, rewarded, and isn't pirated. We trained our own high quality foundation models and built the core tools of Generative AI so everyone can use it. The journey so far has been anything but linear, and I'm eager to continue sharing the innovative features we're developing, discuss the critical importance of Responsible AI, and explore how you can leverage our platform to its fullest potential. Join us as we pave the way for a new era of content creation, where innovation meets integrity.

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NextLeap Ventures 2024 Year in Review: Building Tomorrow's Innovation Today   As we close another remarkable year at Next Leap Ventures, I'm energized by the transformative progress in the Israeli high-tech ecosystem. 2024 saw unprecedented advances in AI, climate tech, mobility, infrastructure and digital health - areas where early-stage investments are catalyzing real-world impact. Investments and exits in Israel grew substantially compared to the previous year, despite the geopolitical challenges we are facing.  Israel continues to be a hotbed of innovation and entrepreneurship, attracting many investors who are looking for great financial returns.   Despite market volatility and the difficult situation in Israel, we maintained the mantra of “Israeli tech delivers, no matter what” as well as our thesis-driven approach: * Backing exceptional founders who combine technical excellence with clear paths to scalable impact, leveraging deep technology for a sustainable strategic advantage. * Providing intimate and extensive support and guidance to our portfolio companies, helping them grow their business and increase their valuation. Our portfolio companies have shown remarkable resilience, with several achieving significant milestones in customer acquisition, revenue growth, and technological breakthroughs.   Key highlights of our achievements this year: * Our portfolio companies raised additional funds, and we participated in 14 follow-on rounds * Our investor community expanded, as we merged with the Neome Women Investors * Our AI/ML portfolio companies have developed solutions now used by Fortune 500 enterprises * Our climate tech investments are driving measurable carbon reduction across industries * Our digital health startups are expanding healthcare access through innovative platforms * Our portfolio companies were selected for the Innovation Dream team of the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation * Our bio-convergence companies received funding from top-tier VC from the Silicon Valley   Looking ahead to 2025, we remain committed to our core mission: partnering with visionary entrepreneurs who are building disruptive companies, addressing global challenges.   To our founders, limited partners, co-investors, and the broader startup community - thank you for your partnership. Your trust and collaboration make our work meaningful and impactful.   Here's to another year of turning bold visions into reality. Wishing everyone a prosperous and innovative 2025. On a personal note - the Israeli hostages are in our hearts and minds and we wish for their safe return home. We look forward to the end of the war and the growth and prosperity that would follow.   Connect with us at [email protected] to explore how we can support your entrepreneurial journey or give you access to deep tech investments in Israel.   NextLeap Ventures Yoav Hochberg Ronny Korner Ido Lapidot Yosi Govezensky Dan Cohen Ram Caspi Richard Schank Ofri M. Oded Agam

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BlinqIO, a startup founded by Israeli entrepreneurs Tal Barmeir and Guy Arieli, has raised $5 million in a Seed funding round. The funding was led by Flint Capital and included investments from Inovia Capital Precede Fund I, TAL Ventures, and SeedIL. BlinqIO has developed autonomous human-like virtual testers operated by AI, providing companies with an infinite pool of testers that can be integrated into the development process. This allows companies to allocate higher value work to their human workforce. The platform leverages generative AI and Large Language Models (LLM) to enhance its operations, with the AI test engineer being able to comprehend requirements and autonomously create and maintain test automation code. The funding will enable BlinqIO to establish new offices in the U.S. and expand its workforce. Impact on the generative AI industry: Positive. BlinqIO's platform, which combines generative AI and Large Language Models, offers a solution to remove bottlenecks in test automation and provide developers with instant feedback. This advancement in autonomous software testing can greatly enhance efficiency and productivity in the software development industry. Question for discussion: How do you think the integration of human-like virtual testers into the development process will impact the software development industry? #AItesting #SoftwareDevelopment #Automation

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Tel-aviv has improved its position among the top startup ecosystems worldwide according to Startup Genome's 2024 report (https://lnkd.in/dN3aUa_h). What a powerful evidence of Israeli startup and innovation environment's resilience and the unshaken trust of the global investor community. The Israeli high-tech sector remains to be the engine of the nation’s economy, accounting for 18% of GDP, 48% of exports, and 11% of workforce. At Tachles VC we are proud we can back the next generation of cyber, cloud and infrastructure AI Israeli-born start-ups. Karel Tušek, Sivan Kanev, Boris Chovnik, Robin Bienfait

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In today’s fast-paced and uncertain environment, accessing top tech talent often means expanding internationally. At COMMIT Offshore, with 200+ team members across four global centers, I’ve found that thriving in global hiring depends on two main factors: 🔑 Cultural Compatibility: Embracing cultural diversity is key. For instance, Israel’s direct style can differ greatly from the more reserved approach of Ukrainian, Armenian professionals. 🤝 Emphasis on Soft Skills: Technical expertise is critical, but it’s the adaptability, communication, and teamwork skills that truly bind a team. Identifying and understanding personality types can transform team dynamics: 🔍 The Analyst – Detail-oriented, thorough, and structured. Perfect for roles that need data-driven decisions and precision. ✅ The Task-Oriented – Mission-focused, efficient, and punctual. Ideal for tasks with tight deadlines and clear objectives. 🎤 The Promoter – Charismatic and engaging, they light up the room. Great fit for Sales and Marketing! 🤝 The Supporter – Calm, empathetic, and reliable. Perfect for roles in care-giving and customer support. Creating successful international teams goes beyond recruitment—it's about building a shared culture that resonates globally. Read the full article 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dXVPZ4nd #GlobalTalent #RemoteTeams #TechHiring #ITOutstaffing #ITSolutions #OutstaffSolutions #ITOutsourcing #StaffAugmentation #TeamAugmentation

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If it's worth boasting about, let's skip the modesty! It's a story about creating Happy from scratch. Happy, a Viven Operations dental subsidiary, sells clear aligners across Israel. They work with partner doctors to ensure top-notch care and expert support, all focusing on promoting healthy teeth and fulfilling lives. So, here's what we've been up to at Halo Lab — Your Digital Partner Lab: ✦ Crafted modern branding to capture the energy of the target audience.  ✦ We tackled Hebrew font challenges and chose Avenir Next Hebrew and Gan CLM, suited to the language's unique style.  ✦ Designed the website with a sticker-style layout, using a mix of images and block-based tiles.  ✦ Added features like Treatable Cases, Day and Night Treatment, and a Mini Quiz to boost user engagement. Guess what? Healthcare can be warm and friendly – now you know it! 😁 Check out the full case study 👉 https://lnkd.in/eCGeBfBZ

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🚀 We're One of Dun’s 100 Top 20 Startups to Work For – Again! 🎉 For the second year in a row, Jit has been recognized as one of the top startups to work for in Israel! But this isn’t just an award – it’s proof of what we’re building here: a team-driven culture that’s all about innovation, collaboration, and growth. 💡 At Jit, we don’t just solve challenges; we redefine them. We celebrate every win, support each other through the tough moments, and have a blast along the way. With a team-first mindset, we’ve created a home where ideas flourish, careers thrive, and impact is made every single day. 🌟 Looking to grow, make a difference, and love where you work? We’re hiring! Check out our open positions in the first comment – your next adventure starts here. 👇 Shai Horovitz Aviram Shmueli Daniel Koch Ilanit Nitzan Gilad Barzilay Michal Lipschitz Rob DiNuzzo Chris Reeves

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Episode #8: XOLTAR - AI companion for patients. Don’t miss this 90 second video about one of the hottest new startups in Israel; and FOLLOW us so you don’t miss another episode! In this video, Gerson Panitch interviews Asaf Shiloni. #whatsnextinisraeltech

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Very interesting report of Israel's AI ecosystem by F2 Venture Capital, Google Cloud and Deloitte. 🔍 On a high level: - The AI startup ecosystem in Israel is booming, with over 2,150 active AI companies, representing ~30% of the local tech sector. - Startups leveraging AI attracted over 60% of all capital raised in 2023. - The country ranks 3rd globally in private AI investment, demonstrating its strong position in the global AI market. 💡 Key takeaways from the report: - Vertical AI is a stronghold. It attracts the largest share of private funding, with Life Sciences, Healthcare and Fintech (banking, financial services and insuretech) leading the charge. Israel's deep domain expertise in these sectors positions it as a potential global leader. - Autonomous Enterprise (Horizontal AI) shows promise. Cybersecurity is a particular strength, capturing 56% of the segment's funding However, the development of multi-modal, end-to-end solutions and AI agents presents further opportunities for cross-industry applications. - AI & Data Ops is a key area for growth. Israel's strong talent pool and focus on enhancing existing infrastructure make it well-suited to address the growing demand for cloud-based AI Ops platforms and efficient data management solutions. There are also plenty of challenges: securing and nurturing AI talent, sustaining investment and navigating the global AI landscape/competition. Link to the report in the first comment 🔗

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Recently I was at an event at Google, and they were ranking the top technological-ecosystems in the world. Tel Aviv was number 3. Even after the last year, we have demonstrated an incredible commitment to our ideas, our development, and yes — our dreams. One of the most beautiful aspects to me about Dreemz is how it’s part of this larger picture of Israeli-Tech-sector resilience. By putting our companies, and our visions, out there in these unprecedented times, it helps define companies like Dreemz as part of the very fabric of innovation and perseverance that defines Israeli-tech. We’re not just promoting one vision — we’re trying to foster a culture of optimism and collaboration, even when many peoples’ instincts try and get them to behave more cautiously. I believe that actively showcasing Dreemz’s progress, success, and adaptability, demonstrates that the broader Israeli-tech sector is strong, and unified. And our commitment to reaching our goals and engaging with our user base and investors becomes even more crucial, as part of this larger backdrop. It is an honor and a privilege to be able to be part of the fabric of what keeps us thriving, dreaming, and growing. And knowing that supporting companies like Dreemz is part of the way that we can support Israel. #israel #startup #dreemz #dreams #resilience #strength

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"𝗬𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗺'𝘀 𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗥 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁." Yotam Tzuker, CEO and co-founder of Team Me, is featured on Calcalist כלכליסט's Growth+ project, where he met with Ronni Zehavi, CEO and co-founder of HiBob. They explored the challenges faced by early-stage startups over the past seven months and discussed how tough times foster resilience. Dive into their conversation through the link in the comments. Guy Katsovich | Yair Vardi | Poalim Tech #growth #PortfolioCompany #startups

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