Why is Israel the number one target for hackers and what is threatening the country's national AI program?

“We needn’t be afraid of mutated British Covid-19 strain,” says senior Israeli researcher. “Scientists identified over 10,000 mutations in the coronavirus, and the existing vaccines can identify them and respond accordingly,” says Prof. Michal Linial. Read more

Israel is the number one country on hackers’ target list, new study reveals. Whether it be for geostrategic purposes or simply out of greed, hackers have Israel directly in their sights. Read more

Silicon Valley VC Group 11 going public on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. The Dovi Frances-led VC and Veev were announced as the first two listings on TASE UP, a new platform in which companies remain private and are not subject to any reporting or prospectus publishing requirements. Read more

IVC’s Israeli Tech Review finds 2020 marked by fewer exits, increased investments in growth companies. This year saw a total of 578 transactions at an accumulated investment of $9.9 billion, marking a 14% increase from the previous year. Read more

Meet Syn-rg-ai: the crisis management team that saved Israel’s Bnei Brak. At the height of the Corona pandemic in March, the mayor of one of Israel’s most religious cities called in special forces to help with the outbreak. Today, they advise governments around the world. Read more

Food app 10bis to double its R&D operations in Israel. The company, which employs 80 people, will be expanded to develop additional products for restaurants after revenue plummets due to pandemic. Read more

HR Post Covid | Social interactions are part of our DNA, says Accenture Israel HR leader. Even though Covid-19 forced all 100 employees to work from home, Accenture Israel found a way to still maintain its dedication to interactions and work culture. Read more  

Israel launches national AI program, but lack of budget threatens its implementation. The five-year national program has a NIS 5 billion budget, but political turmoil and the lack of a state budget are holding it back. Read more

Survey: 70% of eCommerce companies prioritizing site performance improvements for 2021. According to a study by Israel-based Namogoo and Astound Commerce, companies have finally realized that remote shopping and online purchasing are here to stay. Read more

Unicorn School Lessons 3 and 4: Stick to a business model and don't indulge in frivolous luxuries. The founders of Tipalti, Gong, and Next Insurance, whose companies’ valuations have leaped beyond $2 billion offer insights and tips for building unicorns. Read more