Business & Innovation
J.P. Morgan joins Island’s $250 m. Series E, valuing Israeli cyber firm at $5 b.
The arrival of the Wall Street bank “is testimony to the value we bring,” added Island co-founder and CTO Dan Amiga, noting that “many of the world’s largest banks have already chosen Island.”
Bitcoin tops $120,000 for the first time
Israel and US plan joint $200 million quantum fund, eyeing collaboration with UAE and Saudi Arabia
Foreign airlines returning to Israel faster than expected
Billion-Shekel potential: The most dazzling complex in the south is up for sale
Hachshara Insurance offers 1,100 housing units and 7,000 m² of retail in Ashdod’s Soho complex, while keeping a strategic share. The project is part of Ashdod’s Kiryat Eitanim master plan.
Israel’s role in ensuring autonomous vehicles are safe - opinion
Recent industry developments show a clear transition from autonomous hype to genuine commercial feasibility.
Nvidia CEO to meet with Trump as market value goes above $4 trillion
The meeting with Trump comes as Nvidia's market value closed above $4 trillion for the first time on Thursday, cementing its status as one of Wall Street's most sought-after stocks.
Your Investments: Don’t let summer heat burn your finances
Start planning and saving well in advance of the summer so that the sudden expenses don’t send you scrambling to try and find the money to pay for them.
Your Taxes: Tough new fiscal residency proposals
It is proposed that 75 days in Israel any year may soon make someone an Israeli resident – or even a mere 30 days for couples – subject to a further review over five years according to a formula.
Israeli cybersecurity funding doubles in 2024, outperforms global markets, non-profit finds
Startup Nation Central's 2025 Cybersecurity Spotlight examined why Israeli cybersecurity firms are performing so well, highlighting various strengths that differentiate them from global competitors.
A billion-Shekel project: Massive urban renewal launches in the heart of Gush Dan
After winning four tenders, Israel Europe plans 550 low-rise apartments in Bat Yam, 450m from the light rail and 900m from the sea. Prices start at NIS 2.5 million for a 3-room apartment.
OpenAI to release web browser in challenge to Google Chrome
If adopted by the 400 million weekly active users of ChatGPT, OpenAI's browser could put pressure on a key component of rival Google's ad-money spigot.
Nvidia-backed Perplexity launches AI-powered browser to take on Google Chrome
Comet is currently available to subscribers who pay $200 per month for Perplexity Max, with broader access rolling out via invite over the summer.
The scenario that could reignite Israel’s real estate market
A sluggish market, high rates, and low morale weigh on housing. But Tal Tapuhi says post-war euphoria and regional calm could spark a price surge.
