New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Israel’s Minister of Economy and Industry Nir Barkat have signed a declaration of intent to launch the NYC–Israel Economic Council. The initiative aims to strengthen economic and technological cooperation across key sectors including artificial intelligence, life sciences, and environmental innovation. The council will support Israeli companies entering the […]
Author: Idan Nishlis
Israel’s economy expanded by 3.4% on an annualized basis in the first quarter of 2025, according to preliminary data from the Central Bureau of Statistics. This marks a return to growth following a 5.4% contraction in Q4 2024, which reflected the economic impact of the war. The rebound was fueled primarily by increased public sector […]
Wednesday May 28: 14:00-15:00 BST (16:00-17:00 Israel time) Pillsbury is pleased to be partnering with ACC Israel to host a webinar on May 28 focused on the laws and regulations surrounding Defense Technology and Dual-Use items, specifically for Israeli companies and legal professionals operating in the United States. Please feel free to share the event […]
On April 22, 2025, Cozen O’Connor announced one of the nation’s leading corporate attorneys – Samuel E. Feigin – had joined the firm as Strategic Growth Partner and to spearhead its Israel Practice. With a deep understanding of Israel’s dynamic business landscape and its U.S. and other international dimensions, the Cozen O’ Connor team combines […]
S.Horowitz & Co. successfully represented Israeli construction firm Y. Yankovich Engineering and Development Ltd., the main contractor in a high-stakes construction dispute, in an appeal before the Haifa District Court. The case concerned a construction project carried out for the Israel Police, in which Yankovich, acting as the main contractor, had previously been ordered to […]
Israel-based Perion Network Ltd., a global advertising technology company, has acquired Greenbids, a French AI platform specializing in automated campaign optimization. Greenbids’ proprietary technology—already used by major global brands including Spotify and Accor—will be incorporated into Perion’s unified platform, Perion One, under the name Perion Algo. The acquisition strengthens Perion’s position in the digital advertising […]
Israel-based PhaseV, a startup transforming clinical trials through artificial intelligence, has raised USD 50 million in a Series A round. The investment was co-led by US venture capital firms Accel and Insight Partners, with further support from Viola Ventures, EXOR, and LionBird. This brings the company’s total funding to USD 65 million. Founded by Raviv […]
In Israel, where the tech ecosystem is strong and many entrepreneurs and investors find themselves in the global spotlight, the risks highlighted in this article are particularly acute. Israeli ultra-high-net-worth individuals—whether from cybersecurity, fintech, real estate, or venture capital—face unique exposure to AI-driven disinformation threats. As Israel continues to be a leader in innovation and […]
A major tourism development valued at NIS 800 million is underway at the Dead Sea. The City Atlantic complex, spanning 110,000 square meters, will feature a luxury hotel with 370 suites, each equipped with private pools. The project also includes a spa, conference center, and commercial areas, designed to strengthen the region’s status as a […]
Sheba Medical Center, Israel’s largest hospital and a global leader in medical innovation, will launch its first U.S.-based healthcare startup accelerator in Massachusetts. Through its ARC Innovation program, Sheba aims to help Israeli and international startups enter the American market, focusing on advanced diagnostics, digital health, and workforce support solutions. The accelerator will offer access […]
