CTECH: Latest Israeli Innovation & Technology News Sept. 2025
Supermarket sweep: AI and cyber startups caught in acquisition frenzy. A forecasted summer of exits came true as young companies with modest revenues drew nine-figure deals. Read more
Israel invests $115 million to build infrared sensor independence. SCD to double capacity and develop new detectors for national defense and global partners. Read more
After Facebook’s departure, Riverside and Masterschool move into Azrieli Sarona. The two startups lead a wave of new tenants taking over prime floors at higher rents. Read more
August 2025 in Israeli tech funding: $410 million in 10 deals. The biggest round of the month came courtesy of Decart, which was the only startup to reach the $100 million mark. Read more
“An organic air force”: Swarms, autonomy, and the future of drones. As part of CTech’s series on Israel’s unmanned aerialscape, Spear UAV’s CEO explains how the Israeli company is pioneering encapsulated drones and pushing tactical UAVs into a new era as an airborne extension of the battalion. Read more
“Landa Digital Printing lost $150 million annually, cumulative losses hit $1.8 billion.” FIMI, which revealed the figures, is proposing an 80 million shekel takeover as it seeks to stabilize a company reeling from massive financial damage. Read more
AI database startup Pinecone weighs sale amid rising competition. According to The Information, Oracle, IBM, MongoDB and Snowflake are seen as possible suitors for the Israeli-founded AI infrastructure firm. Read more
“This is our AI advantage”: SentinelOne CEO hails AI edge amid earnings jump and Prompt acquisition. Earnings beat expectations while $250 million Prompt deal underscores SentinelOne’s push to sharpen its AI capabilities. Read more
The cyber catch: Defending intellectual property in a rapidly shifting and classified domain. Unlike other technology sectors, the cyber domain is defined by cross-border litigation and costly legal disputes, requiring a unique approach to safeguarding patents. Read more
Cyber unicorn Cato Networks in advanced talks to acquire Aim Security for $350-400 million. Deal would mark second major AI–cybersecurity acquisition after SentinelOne’s $250M Prompt deal. Read more
Lendbuzz gearing up for Nasdaq IPO, targeting $1–1.5 billion valuation. Car loan fintech has raised billions in funding since its founding in 2015. Read more
Nvidia’s Israeli network: The $7 billion bet that built a $30 billion business. Mellanox’s technology is now the backbone of AI factories worldwide. Read more
Rafael CEO backs IPO plans, says hypersonic missile interceptor in advanced development. Defense contractor eyes public listing as it accelerates development of new interceptor system to counter next-generation missile threats. Read more
Microsoft fires two employees after Gaza protest at president’s office. Dismissals follow sit-in over company’s ties to Israel and allegations of aiding surveillance. Read more
Quantum computing sparks real estate race. JLL report forecasts global demand for specialized data centers, with Tel Aviv emerging on the map of quantum hubs. Read more
Eddie and I: Israeli project at Venice Film Festival teaches sign language through VR. Immersive experience teaches audiences sign language through the eyes of a deaf child. Read more
Gaza protesters occupy Microsoft President’s office, forcing HQ lockdown. Protesters breach Building 34 in Redmond, demanding the tech giant cut ties with Israel amid Gaza war. Read more
As EU weighs limits on Israeli research, Poland offers support to Startup Nation. The European country has witnessed an explosive year for its high-tech ecosystem. Now, it is looking at Israel to grow its talent pool and company catalogue with a government grants program. Read more
“We focus on future potential rather than current revenues.” In CTech’s VC AI Survey, Lior Hanuka, CEO at HiCenter Venture, spoke about the impact of AI and how it is affecting Startup Nation. Read more
Okta acquires Israeli cyber startup Axiom in $100 million deal. Acquisition strengthens Okta’s Israel R&D hub and expands its cloud-based identity and permissions management capabilities. Read more
Germany signs €350 million deal for Israeli arms systems despite embargo talk. Rafael to supply 90 advanced Litening 5 targeting pods for German Air Force Typhoons, even as Berlin restricts exports to Israel. Read more
Norwegian wealth fund divests from Israel’s banking sector. Four largest banks targeted for financing settlements; Caterpillar shares also sold. Read more
The next big exits in Israeli AI cyber? YL Ventures is betting on resilience, not hype. In CTech’s VC AI Survey, Ofer Schreiber shares the qualities the firm looks for in identifying promising companies. Read more
Earnings test: Nvidia’s $46 billion quarter meets China roadblock. Export curbs, tariffs, and Beijing pushback weigh on AI chipmaker’s growth story. Read more
