CTECH: Latest Israeli Innovation & Technology News May 2, 2025
The 50 most promising Israeli startups – 2025. Now in its 16th year, Calcalist’s Top 50 list spotlights Israel’s most promising private tech companies—selected with input from leading investors, consultants, and entrepreneurs, and curated by the publication’s expert editors. Read more
Inside Decart: The Israeli startup chasing AI greatness—one sleepless night at a time. They’ve built a game, beat ChatGPT’s launch record, and turned down offers at billion-dollar valuations. This is the company topping Calcalist’s 50 most promising startups list for 2025. Read more
“Quantum computing is the most important technological race of our generation. AI pales in comparison.” Israeli startup Quantum Machines, which is at the center of the global quantum race, says humanity may not be ready for what comes next. Read more
How three IDF veterans are fixing construction’s biggest problem. Buildots is targeting the one issue everyone complains about—and few understand: why everything runs late. Read more
Kela: The Israeli startup rewriting how wars are fought. Founder Hamutal Meridor talks innovation, global instability, and Israel’s role in reshaping military systems. Read more
Not just another Israeli startup story: Fetcherr’s AI engine could change markets. From early dropshipping to algorithmic trading, the founders are reinventing pricing at scale. Read more
Lightrun raises $70 million to bring AI-powered real-time remediation to enterprise software. The Israeli startup offers live debugging and autonomous remediation for a SaaS-first world. Read more
LayerX raises $11M Series A extension as browser security becomes the new front line in enterprise defense. Extension-based platform offers alternative to traditional SSE and secure browsers. Read more
Upwind acquires Nyx Security to strengthen real-time cloud application protection. The acquisition will enable Upwind’s customers to gain real-time insights into application code anomalies and identify threats as they occur, providing an integration between the application, its underlying infrastructure, and the cloud. Read more
Palo Alto Networks to buy Protect AI for estimated hundreds of millions amid AI security race. Acquisition underscores rising concern over AI vulnerabilities. Read more
The AI that detects AI: The companies fighting lies in the age of deepfakes. Young startups like Israel’s AI Light are racing to build tools that expose fake images, videos, and text before disinformation becomes unstoppable. Read more
Intel says upcoming layoffs will be less than 20,000—but early retirement won’t be an option. Restructuring to rely on buyouts and department-by-department reviews. Read more
Deel alleges Rippling ran a secret campaign to destroy rivals. New filings accuse Rippling of ‘snake oil’ marketing, tax fraud, and hiring corporate moles. Read more
How AI agents will transform work — and what humans must do to stay relevant. Mick Costigan, Vice President of Salesforce Futures, explains how AI agents will transform your daily job—and what skills will still matter. Read more
Intel-backed Ignite DeepTech launches first cohort in Israel. Selected startups tackle particle accelerators, road safety, cybersecurity, and more. Read more
Trump’s policy creates a window of opportunity for Israel in AI. “The ability to attract, develop, and retain AI talent will determine whether Israel remains at the forefront of innovation or becomes a marginal player on the global stage,” writes Danny Biran, a Senior policy fellow at RISE Israel. Read more
Mobileye shrugs off trade tensions with strong Q1 results. Autonomous systems maker reports robust sales and maintains full-year outlook. Read more
Sightful’s Spacetop arrives on Windows with Intel and Deutsche Telekom powering expansion. Software-first strategy opens new markets for AR workspace solution amid the rise of AI PCs. Read more
Intel braces for massive layoffs, with Israeli operations facing uncertainty. Around 22,000 jobs may be cut globally, and even in the best-case scenario, hundreds of Israeli staff are expected to be affected. Read more
Inside Intel’s biggest-ever layoff: a blueprint for a wounded giant. CEO Lip-Bu Tan is gambling on speed, clarity—and the engineers he hopes to rehire. Read more
Vesttoo’s former CEO reemerges with new venture amid fraud fallout. Yaniv Bertele now leads Everoak, a fund seeking returns via a secondary market for trading life insurance policies. Read more
Cynomi raises $37 million Series B to replace CISOs with AI. The cyber startup aims to fill the CISO gap with automated, scalable security guidance. Read more
Check Point edges past forecasts as new CEO reshuffles leadership, bets big on AI. Zafrir’s plan includes platform unification, hybrid work focus, and AI R&D expansion. Read more
