Two late-March US jury decisions against major platforms are being closely watched as potential bellwethers for a broader wave of litigation alleging harm tied to how social media services are designed and operated, rather than to specific user content. In an article published by Arnon, Tadmor-Levy, partner Asaf Tenenbaum reviews a March 26, 2026 verdict […]
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Israeli tech startups raised USD 3.1 billion in Q1 2026, marking a 34% increase year-on-year, signaling renewed investor confidence despite ongoing regional uncertainty. The data points to a market that is stabilizing and selectively accelerating, with capital concentrating in stronger, later-stage companies and larger rounds, rather than broad-based early-stage activity. Read more in Globes.
Doral Renewables, a US utility-scale solar and battery storage developer and independent power producer, secured a complex cross-border USD 525 million letter of credit financing supported by its Israeli shareholders. The transaction utilized an innovative cross-border structure and required navigation of Israeli regulatory considerations tied to institutional shareholder support, including Israeli insurance companies and provident […]
Minrav Group Ltd. has completed its public share offering, generating total demand of approximately NIS 650 million and raising NIS 360 million at a valuation of around NIS 1.56 billion. S. Horowitz & Co. advised the company on the transaction, with partner Amir Assali and associate Ora Cohen Shabtay leading the mandate.
A&O Shearman will host a webinar on April 16, 2026 focusing on how to navigate the legal and regulatory shifts in AI-driven commerce. While agentic commerce has been rapidly implemented by merchants and payment providers for its many benefits, it also raises complex issues across multiple regulatory frameworks. Partners Nikki Johnstone and Alex Shandro, Senior […]
Israel has taken a significant step to strengthen its position as a technology and innovation hub, with the Knesset Finance Committee approving a bill designed to encourage research and development as part of the 2026 State Budget and Economic Plan. The proposed framework includes tiered tax credits linked directly to qualifying R&D expenditure, with higher […]
Frederic Landau of Kinetica, an Israeli venture capital firm focused on defense and dual-use technologies, forecasts a major surge in defense tech over the next decade. Growth is driven by geopolitical instability, rising defense budgets, and demand for AI-led and autonomous systems, with Israel expected to remain central and Europe emerging as a key buyer. […]
Israel’s leading defence companies are exploring potential IPOs as demand for advanced military systems surges. Rafael Advanced Defense Systems is reportedly considering a public offering at a valuation of up to USD 20 billion, alongside similar discussions around Israel Aerospace Industries, driven by increased global procurement following October 7 and the Russia–Ukraine war. Read […]
Foreign investors are increasing their activity on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE), with their share of daily trading rising from around 35% before the war to approximately 44% during the current period. The shift reflects a notable return of international capital, even amid geopolitical volatility. The renewed inflow of foreign investment is likely to […]
Investment in Israel’s retail technology sector rose sharply in 2025, reaching USD 463 million, more than doubling from USD 197 million in 2024, reflecting renewed investor confidence after two years of contraction. The sector now includes over 500 active companies, positioning retail tech among Israel’s largest innovation verticals. Read more in Jerusalem Post.
