Tech & Science
אבי חסון, מנכ"ל "סטארטאפ ניישן סנטרל"
'Israeli tech is a long-term asset, not a short-term risk': Avi Hasson on Israel’s tech future
Despite war, political instability and economic strain, Startup Nation Central CEO Avi Hasson says Israel’s tech sector is growing — and thriving; speaking to Ynetnews, he urges a shift from startups to scale-ups and says crisis continues to drive bold innovation
Hillel Fuld | 02:28 | 03.27.25
מארק צוקרברג בשימוע בסנאט
The book Zuckerberg wants to silence is a bestseller
Careless People: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed, and Lost Idealism — a memoir by a former Facebook staffer, becomes a global success despite Meta's attempt to suppress sales
Israel Wullman | 08:16 | 03.26.25
אפליקציית סיגנל
Signal, the app that caused a storm in the White House
Signal’s touted encryption and privacy features face scrutiny after a simple group chat error exposed classified U.S. military plans, revealing critical gaps in secure communication protocols for sensitive government operations
Daniela Ginzburg | 21:15 | 03.25.25
סוני
Israeli chutzpah and Japanese perfectionism: Sony Israel's success story
Sony Semiconductor Israel develops groundbreaking chips for smart devices while maintaining Israeli leadership under Japanese management and overcoming cultural challenges
Israel Wullman | 13:26 | 03.22.25
ChatGPT
Have we lost control of AI? The study that shook OpenAI researchers
Researchers at OpenAI hope to monitor and control the reasoning processes of their advanced AI models, however, new findings reveal a troubling reality: as AI systems become more sophisticated, they are also becoming harder to restrain from acting unpredictably
Tal Shahaf | 19:14 | 03.21.25
Sholomo, Omri, Nir
Meet the Israeli cyber investors cashing in on Google’s $32B Wiz deal
Historic acquisition set to benefit top Israeli cyber investors, including Nir Zuk, Shlomo Kramer and Miki Boodaei; all three also backed Gili Raanan’s CyberStarts fund, one of Wiz’s earliest investors, positioning them for major returns
Sophie Shulman, Meir Orbach, Calcalist | 21:34 | 03.19.25
מייסדי קלע: עמר בר אילן, אלון דרור, חמוטל מרידור וג'ייסון מני
War showed investors superiority of Kela technology, founder says
After tech firm secures $39 million in funding founder, president says the company aims to sell exclusively to democracies; Kela leadership says their military and defense experience increased investor confidence  
Tal Shahaf | 09:32 | 03.19.25
מייסדי Wiz. גייסו מיליארד דולר השנה
Why did Google pay $32 billion for Wiz? Behind the tech giant's biggest buy ever
Google plans to fold Wiz’s cloud security platform into a new cybersecurity division, enhancing AI-driven infrastructure and protecting sensitive data; Israeli startup’s seamless tech positions Google to compete directly with Microsoft
Raphael Kahan | 02:28 | 03.19.25
הרמס 900
War means revenue: Elbit’s defense sales surge to nearly $7B amid European rearmament
Israeli defense contractor Q4 revenue up 19% and order backlog rises by $5 billion; with strong demand in Europe due to perceived Russian aggression and IDF operations in Gaza, profits soar 30%, reaching $400 million in 2024
Navit Zomer | 22:05 | 03.18.25
ייסדי וויז - מימין: מייסד שותף וסמנכ״ל מחקר ופיתוח, רועי רזניק; מייסד שותף וסמנכ״ל טכנולוגיה, עמי לוטבק; מייסד שותף והמנכ״ל, אסף רפפורט; מייסד שותף וסמנכ״ל מוצר, ינון קוסטיקה
Google parent company to acquire Wiz for $33 billion in biggest exit in Israeli high-tech history
Eight months after talks collapsed, Alphabet to acquire Israeli company in its largest deal ever; firm will remain independent in Israel, with founders set to pocket $2-3B; its 1,800 employees will receive sale and retention grants worth millions
Israel Wullman | 13:54 | 03.18.25
אליעזר יודקובסקי
The prophet of Silicon Valley doom: 'We must stop, we are not ready for AI'
Eliezer Yudkowsky, a pioneer in AI research, called for halting AI development before it's too late; according to him, humanity lacks the ability to control technology that will eventually surpass human intelligence; 'It can evolve beyond our control'
Amir Bogen | 23:06 | 03.17.25
מייסדי Wiz. גייסו מיליארד דולר השנה
Google's parent Alphabet in advanced talks to acquire Wiz for $30 billion
Israeli cybersecurity firm Wiz could be acquired soon , the Wall Street Journal reports; comes nearly a year after the two companies came close to signing a $23 billion deal
News Agencies | 22:52 | 03.17.25
CIA אילוס אילוסטרציה
CIA invests in secretive Israeli defense-tech firm
Kela Technologies steps out of the shadow to reveal its open platform, enabling militaries to embed new civilian technologies into their systems; the company that was founded after the Oct. 7 massacre says technology to streamline decision making in battlefield  
Sophie Shulman, Calcalist | 11:33 | 03.17.25
אב-טיפוס של הרובוט של טסלה
Humanoid robots with advanced AI set to revolutionize industries
Robots to mimic human behavior, navigate environments, and perform complex tasks; Israeli company Mentee Robotics unveils its latest robot, MenteeBot 3.0, to compete in the rapidly growing global robotics market 
Tal Shahaf | 09:06 | 03.17.25
הרב יצחק קסלמן
Ultra-Orthodox rabbi becomes a Microsoft corporate vice president: 'There were challenges and stigmas, of course'
Rabbi Yitzhak Kesselman, who grew up in a mixed Jewish-Arab neighborhood in Ramla, will lead the real-time data analytics division, managing around 400 employees;  'I've never seen a conflict between my work and my faith'       
Israel Wolman | 18:57 | 03.16.25
Espionage, targets and a scandal: How a former Israeli prime minister's cyber firm got into trouble
After NSO, another Israeli cyber firm faces allegations of spyware abuse, targeting journalists and human rights activists; How did Paragon, founded by Ehud Barak, land in trouble despite pledging to avoid NSO’s mistakes—and can it escape the fallout?
Tal Shahaf | 22:13 | 03.15.25
השבב הקוונטי של QuamCore
Israeli startup QuamCore claims breakthrough in scaling quantum computers
Company comes to light with a scalable quantum processor design, integrating control systems directly into cryogenic chambers and securing $9M to advance its million-qubit vision 
Tal Shahaf | 22:27 | 03.12.25
מנכ"ל אנבידיה, ג'נסן הואנג, עם כרטיס המסך RTX 5090
RTX 5000 series redefines gaming with AI focus
Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 5000 GPUs push AI-powered features like DLSS 4 to the forefront, offering enhanced frame rates and resolution upscaling, but limited improvements in traditional processing leave gamers questioning the trade-offs 
Denis Vitchevsky | 19:43 | 03.12.25
מרק שטרוהל עם חיילי צה״ל בכותל
After lawsuit settlement, LinkedIn restores pro-Israel account it had suspended
LinkedIn reinstated Marc J. Strohl’s pro-Israel account - suspended after he reported antisemitic posts - after a lawsuit but faces growing criticism over alleged selective enforcement against Jewish and pro-Israel users; More suspensions are under legal review, with potential action against Microsoft
Daniel Edelson, New York | 23:48 | 03.11.25
Shai Wininger
'We can’t afford to lose our grit': Start-up guru Shai Wininger warns Israeli tech is losing its edge
'Building and growing companies here is what Zionism is all about': The founder of Fiverr and Lemonade in a special interview with Ynetnews says there’s no better time to 'remind the world how incredibly resilient we are as a nation,' while also calling for better political leadership - 'Most Israeli politicians wouldn’t pass a single interview with any successful company'
Hillel Fuld | 23:15 | 03.11.25
את השחקן אי אפשר להחליף - אבל את כל מה שסביבו אפשר ליצור באמצעות AI
No green screen, no massive budgets: The Israeli tech shaking up Hollywood
Israeli-US startup Voia reimagines filmmaking with AI that enhances human actors, using iPhones and basic lighting to create Hollywood-grade visuals at a fraction of traditional CGI costs
Tal Shahaf | 01:52 | 03.11.25
Elon Musk
Musk says widespread cyberattack hits X platform
Everyone's asking, 'is twitter down?': The social media platform has been experiencing widespread issues throughout the day, with users across the globe reporting difficulties accessing the website and app
Daniela Ginzburg | 20:22 | 03.10.25
ההודעה שפרסמה הקבוצה
Massive data breach: Israelis' COVID records, other information on sale for $1 million
A group claiming antisemitic motives is selling a database of 500,000 Israeli COVID-19 vaccination records for $1 million obtained from hackers; With cyberattacks on Israel surging during war, security breaches expose vulnerabilities in sensitive platforms and personal information
Raphael Kahan | 20:02 | 03.10.25
Israel’s tech sector defies crisis as global investors bet big on local startups
Despite a year of war and economic uncertainty, Israel's tech sector secured more than $12 billion in funding, with top Silicon Valley venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz emerging as one of the most active foreign investors
Hillel Fuld | 15:50 | 03.06.25
מטוס ההדגמה XB-1 של בום טכנולוגיה פורץ את מחסום הקול
Boom Supersonic’s Overture jet promises unrivaled speed, sustainability
The Overture airliner is set to fly at Mach 1.7, cutting travel times in half. Boom Supersonic envisions a new era of aviation, where speed and environmental responsibility go hand in hand and it overcomes the 'sonic boom challenge'
Asaf Rozen | 01:50 | 03.06.25
עובדי TSMC
Taiwan eyes Israeli role in $100 billion semiconductor investment tied to Trump’s AI push
Taiwan’s top envoy to Israel says Israel will play a crucial role in a new $100 billion cooperation agreement between Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. and US President Donald Trump’s administration, calling the partnership 'essential' for the future of artificial intelligence
Itamar Eichner | 20:39 | 03.05.25
Israel Tech Mission participants gather for a photo in Jaffa
$10 million invested in Israel as 5th tech mission tours Jewish State
Business leaders and investors from the US and South America met with leading innovators in Israeli society as part of a mission meant to connect Israelis and Diaspora Jews and promote investment in Israel
The Media Line/Felice Friedson | 21:19 | 03.03.25
פטיש בית משפט
Supreme Court fines petitioners for relying on AI-generated fake rulings in legal filings
Court dismisses petition and warns legal professionals would now be held fully accountable for AI-related errors and must 'exercise full caution' to curb growing trend
Lital Dobrovitsky | 12:36 | 03.02.25
הרובוט של Clone Robotics
The eerily human-like robot taking the internet by storm
Meet ProtoClone – Clone Robotics' new humanoid robot with 1,000 artificial muscles and a skeleton mimicking 206 bones, it's designed for household tasks like laundry and cooking
Raphael Kahan | 13:16 | 03.01.25
כבל תקשורת תת ימי תת-ימי אילוס אילוסטרציה
Undersea cable sabotage: Russia’s invisible war against the west
By damaging undersea communication and power cables, Russia seeks to disrupt global connectivity and economic stability, turning the digital age into an analog battleground; China and terrorist groups are also implicated in similar attacks worldwide
Zeev Avrahami, Berlin | 20:37 | 02.28.25
שר החינוך יואב קיש בריאיון באולפן
Education ministry AI system criticized over controversial responses
A central complaint involved the AI system labeling actions by Baruch Goldstein as terror but refusing to classify Yahya Sinwar’s October 7 actions as a terrorist act, citing the question as political, sparking public backlash
Tamar Trabelsi-Hadad | 19:34 | 02.28.25
נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמ
iPhone dictation feature transcribes word ‘racist’ as ‘Trump,’ Apple says working on fix
The glitch spotted on social media went viral, with users finding irony in Apple’s ties to the Democratic party; Innocent AI error or something deeper? You decide.
Raphael Kahan | 22:53 | 02.26.25
מייסדי קוונטום מאשינס, מימין לשמאל: סמנכ"ל הטכנולוגיות יונתן כהן, המנכ"ל איתמר סיון והמהנדס הראשי ‏ניסים אופק
Quantum Machines secures $170 million in funding, leading Israeli quantum sector
Israeli quantum computing company has raised $170 million in its latest funding round, bringing total investments to $280 million; With significant revenues and hundreds of clients worldwide, the Israeli firm is leading the quantum computing race by developing next-generation operating systems for quantum computers 
Tal Shahaf | 21:07 | 02.25.25
רפואה ובינה מלאכותית
AI is everywhere since October 7, from the battlefield to the cyber arena
Rapid integration of AI into defense, cybersecurity and mass communication has been fast-forwarded since October 7, 2023  
The Media Line/ Nathan Klabin | 22:58 | 02.23.25
מאסק בנאום הווידאו
X and Meta approved antisemitic and anti-Muslim content in Germany
Study finds that Facebook and X approved ads calling for the arrest of migrants or violence against Jews, stopping the 'Jewish globalist agenda,' or the extermination of Muslims
Rephael Kahan | 22:39 | 02.23.25
מארק צוקרברג
Meta invests billions in robotics trying to overtake Apple, Tesla
Tech giant reportedly plans to invest $65 billion in robotics development in 2025, seeking to gain a foothold in the emerging industry
Raphael Kahan | 18:54 | 02.20.25
A social media post grieving the loss of the red-haired Bibas boys and their mom Shiri
Social media painted orange in tribute to redheaded Bibas children
Bodies of Kfir and Ariel Bibas, their mother Shiri and Oded Lifshitz returned to Israel, ending hopes for family's rescue and leaving Israelis heartbroken
Daniela Ginzburg | 17:08 | 02.20.25
Apple Intelligence - הבינה המלאכותית של אפל
Apple delays launch of AI-powered Siri amid technical issues
Delay of enhanced version could be months long after staff testing new version claim some features are not working as expected despite global companies promis to customers
Raphael Kahan | 09:37 | 02.18.25
משמאל לימין: מייסד-שותף וסמנכ"ל טכנולוגיות (CTO), גיל דולב מייסד-שותף ומנכ"ל, שלו חוליו מייסד-שותף ונשיא, סבסטיאן קורץ
Former NSO founder's new cybersecurity firm is Israel's first 2025 unicorn
Dream Security—founded by Shalev Hulio, former Austrian chancellor Sebastian Kurz and former Israeli government official Gil Dolev—specializes in AI-based security solutions for gas, oil, water infrastructure, defending against attacks from state actors
Israel Wullman, Tal Shahaf | 15:18 | 02.17.25
דיפסיק
DeepSeek AI model lacks protection mechanism, open to use by pedophiles, Israeli study finds
Research by Israeli firm ActiveFence reveals that DeepSeek’s AI model, widely used both in China and around the globe, lacks safeguards; With no internal or external protections, it’s vulnerable to abuse by criminals, pedophiles and others seeking to exploit its capabilities
Tal Shahaf | 15:08 | 02.16.25
העברת יאיר הורן, שגיא דקל-חן וסשה טרופנוב לצלב האדום
Amazon CEO says ‘relieved’ after employee Sasha Troufanov freed from Hamas captivity
Andy Jassy defends company's silence on abduction of electrical engineer, citing rescue concerns, which drew backlash from employees
Daniela Ginzburg | 13:43 | 02.15.25
מימין: פרופ' שי שלו שוורץ, פרופ' אמנון שעשוע ופרופ' ליאור וולף מייסדי מנטי רובוטיקס
Robotics jumps ahead: Mentee unveils 3rd version of its robot
The new robot features significant upgrades in AI, improved mobility and strength; With its advanced capabilities, it could change the world of robotics; But is this the last step before a commercial launch? 
Raphael Kahan | 20:55 | 02.13.25
דיפסיק - החברה הסינית שמטלטלת את עולם ה-AI
Should you trust DeepSeek? Here’s why experts are wary
Chinese AI model promises low-cost training and advanced capabilities but questions linger about transparency, data security and government influence; critics warn trusting DeepSeek might mean trusting China—without fully understanding the risks
Raphael Kahan | 22:27 | 02.12.25
רפואה ובינה מלאכותית
The cybersecurity crossroads: AI and quantum computing could save or endanger us
AI enhances cybersecurity by detecting threats in real-time, yet hackers exploit it for advanced attacks; meanwhile, quantum computing threatens encryption, risking sensitive data; the future of cybersecurity depends on how quickly defenses evolve to counter these threats
Shimon Sagron | 11:53 | 02.12.25
אייפון 17 אייר - המכשיר המסקרן של אפל שבדרך אלינו. אילוסטרציה
How thin is too thin? At 5.5mm, new iPhone rumored to be thinnest smartphone ever
The iPhone 17 Air, while its ultra-thin design may revolutionize aesthetics, raises concerns over battery life, camera functionality, and cooling efficiency
Raphael Kahan | 11:36 | 02.11.25
כוחות צה"ל בעוטף עזה
Locations, pictures and operations: How IDF soldiers threaten their security online
New study reveals how troops unintentionally publish information that could endanger operations, expose locations and compromise personal security on social media
Raphael Kahan | 11:20 | 02.11.25
Michael Fertik
Zionist tech investor Michael Fertik is hiring in Israel for the first time
Fertik, founder of Reputation.com with thousands of employees across the US, Europe and Latin America, launches Modelcode Chai – his first AI subsidiary in Israel – to modernize legacy code using top local talent; He's already made his initial hires amid challenging economic conditions
Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 13:22 | 02.10.25
Sally Hamdan (R) and Reem Kadmani (L), at the Lotus office, Dec 17, 2025
In Bedouin, Druze tech hubs, young women are top of the game
Women from Israel’s minority communities are integrating into the high-tech sector while maintaining their cultural traditions through innovative tech hubs
Felice Friedson/The Media Line | 17:04 | 02.07.25
תפוחי אדמה המפיקים חלבון חלב פרה
Israeli startup grows world’s first real dairy protein in potatoes—no cows needed
Israeli startup Finally Foods unveils genetically engineered potatoes that produce real cow-milk protein; first field trial set to take place in southern Israel, paving way for innovative dairy products and more sustainable future
Israel Wullman | 22:46 | 02.06.25
ראש ממשלת איטליה ג'ורג'ה מלוני
Israeli spyware Paragon scandal grows: Italian journalists, activists targeted
New report reveals Israeli firm behind surveillance tool has decided to cut ties with Italy while Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government denies any involvement in espionage scandal
Tal Shahaf | 15:37 | 02.06.25
מנכ"ל גוגל סונדר פיצ'אי
Google removes restrictions on military AI development
Google removed a section from its AI principles that previously committed to avoiding the use of artificial intelligence for developing weapons and surveillance technologies; The change comes as global AI competition intensifies and as the Trump administration pushes for stronger collaboration between tech companies and the defense sector
Tal Shahaf | 20:48 | 02.05.25
דונלד טראמפ ושי ג'ינפינג בוועידת ה-G20
Cyber showdown: US-China rivalry escalates into new battlefield
As tensions between the US and China escalate into cyber warfare, experts warn of increasing risks to critical infrastructures globally; With AI-enhanced attacks and rising accessibility to malicious tools, nations must strengthen defenses to counter sophisticated and widespread digital threats 
Daniela Ginzburg | 21:35 | 02.04.25
אהוד ברק, ממייסדי פאראגון, ומנכ"ל מטא, מארק צוקרברג
'A historic battle': Israeli cyber firm Paragon ready to face Meta in court
After Meta's warning letter, industry experts warn case of alleged misuse of spyware could risk Israel losing its global cyber standing;  Ynet learned on Monday that Paragon is considering its steps and, if necessary, will not hesitate to launch a battle;  'Entire Israeli cyber industry could collapse'
Tal Shahaf | 14:00 | 02.03.25
ווטסאפ
Meta's WhatsApp says Israeli spyware company Paragon targeted users
WhatsApp official says an attempt to hack around 90 users was detected but did not specify who was targeted or where; he also declined to explain how the company determined Paragon was responsible for the breach
Reuters | 19:09 | 01.31.25
בדיקת רכב בעזרת הטכנולוגיה של UVeye
'MRI for Cars': Israeli statrtup UVeye raises $191M to expand AI-powered vehicle scanning
UVeye, the Israeli startup redefining vehicle inspections with AI-powered scanning, raised $191M in a funding round led by Toyota and Amazon; The company, scanning nearly 1M vehicles monthly, plans to expand globally, targeting car dealerships, fleets and insurance markets
Tal Shahaf | 15:51 | 01.30.25
A tech hub in Gaza
A tech hub has risen amid the rubble in Gaza
Amid war and scarcity, TAQAT supports 500 workers, fostering resilience, innovation and creating a better future for Gaza’s youth
Ahmed Abd al-Salam/The Media Line | 18:43 | 01.29.25
האם כך ייראו המשקפיים החכמים של אפל? אילוסטרציה
Apple racing to replace iPhone with smart glasses
Apple is  working hard to develop smart glasses that could replace the iPhone, despite challenges and competition from Meta, Samsung and Google; While their Vision Pro is a commercial failure, it might also be a first step in refining a new kind of product that will revolutionize tech
Daniela Ginzburg | 21:13 | 01.28.25
Egypt to drive Chinese car production boom with local manufacturing push
Cairo emerging as hub for Chinese automakers, with brands like Geely, MG and Chery investing in local factories to produce affordable cars for domestic and export markets
Tomer Hadar, Calcalist | 15:46 | 01.25.25
זיו קורן עם לוחמי הנח"ל בג'באליה
Not just Google: Microsoft also was involved in Israel's Gaza military campaign
Microsoft was integrated in the Israeli defense establishment's efforts in Gaza after October 7, the British Guardian reveals; Documents indicate that IDF used the company's products and services, including its cloud and AI technologies 
Daniela Ginsburg | 23:08 | 01.23.25
יחידת יהל״ם ואוגדה 99 השמידו אתר תת-קרקעי לייצור אמצעי לחימה במרכז רצועת עזה
This is how Google changed the battlefield in Gaza: It sold AI tools to IDF after October 7
Google provided the IDF with access to advanced artificial intelligence technologies during the war in Gaza, internal documents obtained by The Washington Post reveal; The company faced employee resistance and dismissed them
Daniela Ginzburg | 12:45 | 01.22.25
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