The Supreme Court of Israel delivered a precedent-setting decision in Case No. 69889-05-25 Levi Gretzberg et al. v. Yoram Palti et al., confirming that attorney-client privilege covers communications involving third parties when those parties are essential to obtaining legal advice. The case arose from a claim by investors in a digital health technology company alleging […]
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Varonis Systems, an Israeli-American cybersecurity company dual-headquartered in New York and Herzliya, acquired SlashNext, a California startup specializing in AI-native email security solutions. The USD 150 million transaction strengthens Varonis’ protection capabilities against phishing and AI-driven attacks, expanding its product suite for enterprise clients worldwide. The deal also positions Varonis to accelerate its growth in […]
The High Court of Justice, sitting in an expanded panel of nine justices, issued an order nisi against the Government of Israel concerning its decision to dismiss Attorney General Adv. Gali Baharav-Miara. The Court found that the dismissal process conflicted with legal requirements and advised the government to reverse course. S. Horowitz & Co. represented […]
Poland is accelerating its high‑tech ecosystem and extending a strategic invitation to Israeli startups. In 2024, Polish tech firms attracted €3.5 b (approximately USD 4 b) in funding—a 45% year‑over‑year rise. Warsaw, Kraków, Wrocław, and Rzeszów each thrive in distinct niches—from fintech and enterprise software to AI, gaming, deep tech, semiconductors, aviation, and defence, bolstered by Intel’s upcoming […]
Israel’s mergers and acquisitions market is delivering unprecedented activity in 2025, marked by some of the largest transactions in its history. Google advanced its position in cloud security with the USD 32bn acquisition of Wiz, while Palo Alto Networks agreed to a USD 25bn takeover of CyberArk. At the same time, Advent International, the US […]
Germany deepened its security relationship with Israel by approving a contract worth over €350m with Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, the Haifa-based defense company, to supply 90 Litening 5 targeting and navigation pods for Eurofighter Typhoon jets. The system, deployed by 28 air forces worldwide, enhances precision air-to-ground capabilities at ranges of up to 100 kilometers. […]
BitMine Immersion Technologies, Inc., a US-based cryptocurrency mining infrastructure company, expanded its at-the-market equity offering program by USD 20 billion, bringing the total to USD 24.5 billion. The amendment was executed through its Controlled Equity Offering℠ Sales Agreement with ThinkEquity LLC, a boutique U.S. investment bank. Greenberg Traurig advised ThinkEquity with a cross-office team spanning […]
Liposphere Ltd., an Israeli MedTech company developing CCoat®, a lipid-based lubricant platform for orthopedic conditions, secured USD 14 million in the first closing of its Series B fundraising round. The capital will support the company’s planned market entry in Europe. Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz advised Liposphere, with the team led by Senior Associate Yossi […]
Yesodot, an Israeli real estate developer, and Menora Mivtachim Insurance, one of Israel’s largest insurance providers, arranged NIS 730 million (approx. USD 195 million) in financing for Bardugo Group’s “Joy Living” student housing development in Kfar Saba. The project introduces a new residential model, combining hundreds of rental units for students with additional commercial space. […]
Okta, a U.S.-based identity and access management leader, agreed to acquire Axiom Security, a Tel Aviv-founded startup specializing in cloud-native, identity-centric privileged access management (PAM). The deal marks Okta’s second acquisition in Israel, following its 2023 purchase of Spera Security. Although the terms remain undisclosed, independent reports estimate the acquisition at approximately USD 100 million. […]
