Category: Business

A landmark study has revealed that bacterial vaginosis (BV)—a condition affecting nearly one-third of women worldwide and linked to infertility, premature births, and newborn deaths—is actually a sexually transmitted infection (STI). This discovery could revolutionize BV treatment and prevention strategies. Researchers from Monash University and Alfred Health at the Melbourne Sexual Health Centre published their […]

Israel Tech Startups and Innovations: Weekly Roundup March 8 – March 15, 2025 New Startups / VC FundingCybereason Secures $120 Million in Funding to Advance Cybersecurity InnovationCybereason, an Israeli startup and a leader in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) technology, has raised an additional $120 million from key investors, including SoftBank Corp., SoftBank Vision Fund […]

New research from the University of Hawai‘i (UH) at Mānoa has revealed that some areas of Hawaii are sinking faster than others, posing a growing threat to infrastructure, businesses, and communities. As sea levels continue to rise, these low-lying regions—particularly in urban areas of O‘ahu—are at risk of flooding much sooner than previously expected. The […]

Sola Security, an innovative Israeli cybersecurity startup, has officially emerged from stealth mode, unveiling its self-serve platform designed to democratize cybersecurity for businesses of all sizes. The company announced a $30 million seed funding round, led by S Capital and renowned venture capitalist Mike Moritz. By offering a user-friendly, automated cybersecurity solution, Sola Security aims […]

A staggering 31 million Americans (12%) had to borrow approximately $74 billion last year to cover healthcare costs, despite most having some form of health insurance, according to a new survey by West Health and Gallup. The report highlights widespread concerns over medical expenses, with 28% of Americans saying they are “very concerned” that a […]

A recent poll conducted by the Israel Democracy Institute (IDI) revealed bad news for Benjamin Netanyahu. It also determined that nearly 50% of Israelis believe it is unlikely that U.S. President Donald Trump would distance himself from Israel, even if its policies conflict with U.S. interests. In contrast, close to 40% think there is a […]

No one enjoys having an enemy. Most people go out of their way to avoid hostility and social conflict. But what exactly causes someone to become an enemy? A new study suggests that aversive behaviors—actions that others find off-putting—may significantly increase the likelihood of social clashes that turn into lasting enmity. However, until now, researchers […]

Israel Tech Startups and Innovations: Weekly Roundup March 1 – March 7, 2025New Startups / VC FundingVC Fundraising Hits 10-Year Low: Israeli Tech Ecosystem Faces Funding DeclineThe downtrend in venture capital (VC) fundraising for Israel Startup Nation continues, reaching its lowest point in a decade, with just $1.15 billion raised across 21 funds in 2024. […]

Grain, a leading Israeli fintech startup specializing in foreign exchange (FX) optimization, has raised $33 million in a Series A funding round led by Bain Capital Ventures. This latest investment brings Grain’s total funding to over $50 million, reinforcing its position as a key player in automated FX risk management. The Series A round follows […]

CaPow, the Israeli startup and provider of Genesis, an in-motion power delivery solution for robotic fleets, has successfully raised $15 million in Series A funding. The investment will accelerate global expansion and drive market growth, solidifying CaPow’s role as a category-defining leader in industrial automation through cutting-edge wireless power delivery. The funding round was led […]