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Can Israel go from Start-Up Nation to AI State? - opinion

Citizens should ask their candidates running for office a direct question: which of you will mandate, not merely pilot, the use of AI to cut bureaucracy and serve citizens better?

An illustrative image of the Israeli flag covered in computer pieces and the words "Artificial Intelligence."
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The Jewish world cannot afford to leave AI education to Silicon Valley - opinion

Startup Nation Central's headquarters in Tel Aviv

Israel's government is too big, too costly, and holding back the Start-Up Nation - opinion

The Future of Israeli Tech: Insights from Yaniv Golan

The future of Israeli tech: Insights from Yaniv Golan


The smart money is on Israel: Why investing in the Jewish state is a good move - opinion

Fortune will favor those willing to look beyond conflict and uncertainty to seize opportunities in the Start-Up Nation.

THE STOCK MARKET in Israel – as measured by the Tel Aviv 35 – has surged almost 50% since Hamas terrorists attacked the nation on October 7, 2023, say the writers.

Israel to launch NIS 40 million to launch lab for homegrown space tech, research advancement

The overall goal of the program is to help boost Israel's role in the global space sector, giving firms in the Jewish state a more competitive edge.

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From prototype to combat in 90 minutes: Why Israel’s defense tech innovation outpaces US - analysis

Israel is well-positioned to lead. It has already done so in cybersecurity, medical innovation, and AI. The defense sector is next, and arguably, more vital than any of the others.

ELVO factory.

Wartime innovation boosts Israeli defense tech growth, drawing global interest

The changing nature of war has led to shifts in defense procurement worldwide. Western armies demand new battle-tested technology, refined by soldiers in combat.

 Israeli Air Force preparing for IAF strike on Houthi-controlled Yemen

A generation without a degree is the real danger to the future labor market - opinion

Invest in your future and choose a recognized academic track that will not only give you the immediate tools but also a firm foundation for long-term development.

EDUCATION MINISTER Yoav Kisch attends a Knesset committee meeting earlier this month. The Education and Science and Technology Ministries should take action to make higher education more accessible, the writer argues.

President Herzog congratulates WIZ CEO Assaf Rappaport: 'An unimaginable achievement'

The president congratulated Wiz CEO Assaf Rappaport on the largest acquisition of an Israeli company, a venture-backed startup, and by Google.

 Herzog congratulates WIZ CEO Rapaport

The resilience of Israel's startup nation during the war - interview

Despite the challenges and hardships faced by the nation, Israeli entrepreneurs persisted in overcoming obstacles and successfully built thriving ventures.

 Teddy Nehmad, founder of C Capital Group.

Editor's Notes: Israel should listen to Musk and create a DOGE of its own

We are the State of the Start-Up Nation and need to act like it. Will that be easy? No. But if there’s any country in the world that can make chaos work efficiently, it is Israel. 

 WOULDN’T IT be great if every prime minister had an advisery group comprising the top Jewish and Israeli businessmen and women? Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu takes Elon Musk on a tour of Kibbutz Kfar Aza in November 2023.

Five tips for a successful start-up - opinion

Whether it’s reaching out to potential partners, following up on leads, or pushing forward on key initiatives, taking initiative can make all the difference.

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Checkout optimization start-up raises $25m Series A to help e-commerce brands compete with Amazon

The company plans to use the new capital to expand its global market presence and accelerate the development of its checkout and shipping personalization engine.

 Checkout optimization start-up PrettyDamnQuick (PDQ).