CTECH: Latest Israeli Innovation & Technology News Jan. 1, 2025
Eight trends that defined Israeli tech in 2024. A year of cyber milestones, wartime innovation, and shifting investment dynamics. Read more
AI-powered solutions tackle domestic violence in groundbreaking ways. A facial recognition system and audio transcription and analysis app are among the innovative Safetech startups emerging from the Michal Sela Forum’s fifth accelerator, focusing on addressing domestic violence through technology. Supported by Google for Startups, these ventures are using tech to enhance personal safety, prevent violence, and provide actionable tools for survivors. Read more
Israel’s biggest tech funding rounds of the first 25 years of the 21st century. Exploring the mega-deals that propelled Israel’s most promising startups to global prominence. Read more
2025 VC Survey | “Israeli startups are resilient, creative, and can navigate crises well.” Roi Bar-Kat, Managing Director at Intel Capital, joined CTech to share insights for its 2025 VC Survey. Read more
Intel caps year from hell with worst-ever stock performance. Once the pride of Silicon Valley, the chipmaker ends 2024 with a staggering 60% loss in market value, as rivals outpace its efforts to reclaim leadership. Read more
Nvidia seals $800M acquisition of Run:ai with US DOJ approval. After regulatory scrutiny in the US and Europe, the acquisition positions Nvidia to expand its AI capabilities while allowing Run:ai to maintain its independence and open-source platform. Read more
Nvidia deal delay leads to $200M windfall for Run:ai founders and employees. Eight-month regulatory investigation raises value of retention bonuses tied to Nvidia shares. Read more
“Imagine an F-16 pilot identifies a threat and launches a laser beam at the speed of light. This is a revolution.” Elbit Systems CEO Bezhalel Machlis discusses the transformative potential of battlefield lasers, the challenges of scaling up production during wartime, and the global demand driving Israel’s defense industry to new heights. Read more
2025 VC Survey | “The Israeli high-tech sector stands at an inflection point in 2025.” Notable Capital Managing Partner Oren Yunger spoke to CTech to share insights on the tech ecosystem as Israel prepares for 2025. Read more
A quarter century of exits: The top 10 M&As in Israeli tech. From autonomous vehicles to cybersecurity, these landmark acquisitions since the turn of the century highlight Israel’s pivotal role in shaping global tech innovation and the growing influence of its startups in key industries. Read more
Israeli high-tech defies odds, raising $9.58 billion in 2024. Despite economic uncertainty and war, tech giants like Wiz and Cyera led record-breaking fundraisings, marking a 38% year-on-year growth. Read more
“The most strategic country in the world”: Singapore is doubling down on Israeli tech. Singapore has emerged as an extremely attractive market for Israeli entrepreneurs in recent years, as tech relations between the two nations grow. Ambassador Ian Mak tells CTech that “the impetus for technological cooperation is greater than ever,” as the island state increases its investment in Israel’s tech ecosystem, offering robust support to attract Israeli business and foster cross-border collaboration in areas like cybersecurity, AI, and fintech. Read more
The great disconnect: Why workers are more disengaged than ever. From unclear goals to post-pandemic burnout, a combination of local and global factors is driving workplace dissatisfaction. Read more
The biggest Seed rounds in Israeli tech in 2024. Sola Security, Lumana, Decart, Clarity, and PointFive lead the way, showcasing Israel’s innovation in cybersecurity, AI, and cloud optimization. Read more
2025 VC Survey | “Startups in Israel have succeeded despite government actions, not because of them.” TLV Partners’ Shahar Tzafrir has joined CTech to share observations of the last year and hopes for the year ahead. Read more
2025 VC Survey | “Israel is well-positioned to not only participate in the global AI arms race but also to define its trajectory.” “Israel’s local industry must focus on five key areas,” writes lool ventures General Partner Yaniv Golan for CTech’s 2025 VC Survey. Read more
Israel to invest over $30M in groundbreaking lab for bio-devices and biochips development. The state-of-the-art facility, backed by the Innovation Authority, will drive advancements in medicine, agriculture, energy, and environmental solutions, positioning Israel as a global leader in bio-device technology. Read more
“People worry AI will replace them, but those who master it will thrive.” Keren Marom, co-founder of Beach Bum, was speaking in a panel held as part of Calcalist’s gaming conference in collaboration with Google and Playtika. The panel also included: Schraga Mor, CEO of Plarium, and Uri Marchand, co-founder and CEO of Overwolf. Read more
“Is Bitcoin overpriced or a bubble? These claims were made at $1,000, $10,000, and now at $100,000.” Six Israeli mutual funds are launching to track Bitcoin’s price, hoping to capitalize on its meteoric rise. Read more
Windward acquired for $270M by FTV Capital, doubling its IPO valuation. The Israeli maritime analytics company will be delisted from the stock exchange, marking a premium exit for shareholders. Read more
Kaltura CEO: “Just like a missile hit our office, a missile hit us with the IPO.” Despite devastating events and financial struggles, CEO Ron Yekutiel remains focused on the company’s future. Read more
Gigi Levy-Weiss: “Funds that used to visit Israel every month haven’t been here for a year and a half.” Levy-Weiss, General Partner at NFX and considered one of the leading entrepreneurs and investors in the gaming industry, spoke at Calcalist’s Gaming Conference about the struggles facing local startups in the sector. Read more
FIZE Medical raises $14 million to tackle critical patient care. The company’s technology aims to improve hemodynamic status management, reducing mortality rates in intensive care units. Read more
2025 VC Survey | Founders “must embrace advanced technologies and remain adaptable” in 2025, says Earth & Beyond Ventures. The team shared insights for CTech’s 2025 VC Survey about what founders and their teams can expect in the year ahead. Read more
Kaltura exploring sale or merger at $400-$500M valuation. The Israeli video tech company, listed on Nasdaq, aims for a premium deal after financial improvements and stock recovery. Read more
Coralogix acquires Aporia in $50M deal to boost AI system transparency. The acquisition includes plans for a new research center, leveraging Aporia’s expertise in AI observability. Read more
Israeli high-tech funding rounds hit five-year low despite $9.7B raised in 2024. Cybersecurity dominates investments, accounting for 42% of total funding, while new startups struggle to emerge. Read more
The top 10 M&A deals of 2024 in Israeli tech. Israeli startups shined despite challenges, driving $17B in M&A activity with four billion-dollar deals leading the charge. Read more
Innoviz secures $80M in development funding as cash reserves run thin. The automotive sensor company will receive critical non-recurring engineering payments through 2027 amid revenue struggles. Read more
2025 VC Survey | Sarona Ventures: “2025 will be a year of recalibration.” Sarona Ventures joined CTech for its 2025 VC Survey to share insights about the past year and predictions for the next few months. Read more
