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End of year tech investment stats for Israel which provides insight to the market overall. Mega-fundings dominated the numbers and overall investment was helped by foreign investors - like I-Lab Angels - filling the gap created by the smaller number of Israeli investors year over year. See details below …

Next week will mark one year since Israel entered a state of war. Unexpectedly and despite the geopolitical conditions, the positive shift in high-tech investments is evident in comparing the first nine months of 2024 to the nine months leading up to October 7th last year. Even excluding mega-rounds (over $200 million), there is still noticeable growth compared to the previous year's. The data, insights, and trends will be published in the Q3/2024 Tech Review in October. Here are IVC Data and Insights and LeumiTech Q3/2024 Tech Review Key Insights: 📈 Israeli tech companies raised $2.43 billion across 99 rounds, reflecting a 40% increase in capital volume and an 8% rise in number of deals compared to Q3 2023. 📊Despite the ongoing war, the first three quarters of 2024 saw a significant rise in the capital raised and the number of deals compared to the same period in 2023. 💰Two major deals, each over $100 million, accounted for 45% of the total Q3 funding. Excluding these, total investments reached $1.33 billion, a 5% increase from Q2/2024. ⚠️ Cybersecurity's dominance dropped from 62% of total funding in Q2/2024 to 14% in Q3/2024. 🌍Though slightly lower than in 2023, foreign investor activity remains within the upper range of 2018-2019 levels. For previous reports: https://lnkd.in/dudWG_Qd IVC Data and Insights LeumiTech #Israelitech #techinvestments #fundingstartups

❓ Why is now the time to work with #Israeli companies❓ Israel's tech sector continues to attract global #investments and show remarkable resilience even amid current regional challenges. Despite uncertainties around economic policy and regional stability, the industry continues to act as a vital driver for #innovation and #growth. 🔹 #Fundraising Strength: Since October 2023, the Israeli #tech ecosystem has raised $10.1B in private funding across 740 rounds, maintaining robust investment in key sectors like health tech, #cybersecurity, and business software. 🔹 High #Confidence in Innovation: While confidence in government support is low, 72% of investors still believe in the resilience of Israel’s tech industry. Companies are adapting by adjusting operations and exploring global opportunities to secure growth. 🔹 #Investor Outlook: Major sectors, including #healthtech and cybersecurity, are poised for expansion, drawing investors seeking groundbreaking solutions with a global impact. For Israel’s tech sector to continue thriving, a collaborative approach and strategic planning are essential to inspire investor confidence and maintain momentum. 📈 You can read more from Avi Hasson's article at the The Wilson Center: https://lnkd.in/g9-mM2Gu

⭐ Israeli Tech Q1 2024: Resilient Growth Amidst Challenges ⭐ Despite regional instability and global challenges, Israel’s tech sector demonstrated resilience with modest growth in Q1 2024. The sector amassed $1.8 billion across 114 funding rounds, an 8.5% increase from Q4 2023, and projections suggest investments could reach $2.3 billion. Noteworthy developments include $2 billion in M&A exits and a modest recovery in public funding. The sector’s resilience was tested by the 2023 conflict, which saw 15-20% of tech workers drafted, disrupting operations and deals. However, the Israeli tech ecosystem's culture of problem-solving and innovation has allowed it to adapt and maintain momentum. Key funding rounds highlighted a strong focus on cybersecurity, which attracted $846 million, nearly half of the total funding. Other sectors like Climate Tech and Agrifood Tech saw resurgence, while Health Tech, Fintech, and Enterprise IT and Data experienced declines. Looking ahead, experts anticipate an innovation boom and continued recovery, driven by the sector's adaptability and bold innovative spirit. Israel’s tech ecosystem is poised for growth, particularly in cybersecurity and AI, maintaining its global significance despite ongoing challenges. #Q12024 #TechInnovation #IsraeliTech #StartupNation

It's truly remarkable how resilient and robust the Israeli high-tech sector has proven to be. Despite enduring nine months of war and political instability, it continues to thrive. According to the IVC report, by the end of Q2/2024, the sector has adjusted to extreme conditions and shown significant growth.

ISRAELI TECH DELIVERS As of January 19, 2025, Israel's tech sector continues to demonstrate resilience and growth. In 2024, Israeli tech companies secured approximately $12.2 billion in funding, marking a 31% increase from the previous year. Notably, 15 mega-rounds contributed $4 billion, accounting for 41% of the total funding. tmcnet The cybersecurity segment experienced significant expansion, with firms raising $4 billion in 2024, more than double the amount in 2023. This surge is attributed to the growing demand for cloud and artificial intelligence security solutions. Reuters Additionally, the sector witnessed a 78% increase in tech exits, predominantly led by mergers and acquisitions in the cyber and AI domains. Excluding IPOs, 47 deals amounted to about $12.6 billion, indicating a robust M&A landscape. The Times of Israel These developments underscore Israel's position as a formidable player in the global technology arena, demonstrating adaptability and innovation amidst challenges.

By the end of Q2/2024, Israeli high-tech seemed to have adjusted to the extreme conditions and grew. Q2/2024 was the first quarter since the beginning of 2022, in which there was no decrease compared to the corresponding quarter of the previous year. While IVC Data and Insights and LeumiTech are preparing the Israeli Tech Review Q2/2024, we’re excited to share key findings: •       Israeli tech companies raised $1.94, a 19% increase compared to the previous quarter (excluding Wiz’s $965m round). •       The number of first-timers and new foreign investors in Israeli tech increased in the second quarter. •       Six large deals (over 100 million dollars each) captured 62% of Q2/2024 total. Most mega deals were in cyber companies (Wiz, Semperis, Island and Cyera). •       The number of deals in Q2/2024 was similar to the first quarter of 2024. IVC and Lumitech Israeli Tech Review Q2/2024 is due to be published by mid-July. IVC Data and Insights, LeumiTech #israelitechecosystem #techinvestments #Israelistartups

THIS JUST IN! The 2023 Tel Aviv Tech industry report published today shows the strength of the tech industry in our city. The tech sector has shown not only tremendous resilience, but also growth in an increasingly challenging international arena, and certainly in the local one. During this difficult time, the innovators and entrepreneurs of Tel Aviv have harnessed their abilities and resources to support the national effort without compromising on achieving their set goals. The report highlights our standing among the leading international tech hubs: #1 among leading global tech hubs for conversion from startup to unicorn The city's $437B ecosystem is ranked in the top 10 worldwide hubs in raising capital, mostly from foreign investors, and continues to be a world leader in groundbreaking sectors such as cyber and generative AI. Kudos Tel Aviv Global team, that along with the Center for Economic & Social Research of the Municipality of Tel Aviv, and the research companies IVC Data and Insights @dealroom.co have created this insightful report. View the full report >> https://lnkd.in/dgewyFet

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