Category: Business

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 […]

New research from Curtin University has uncovered how massive ancient glaciers acted like giant bulldozers, reshaping Earth’s surface and playing a crucial role in the evolution of complex life. By chemically analyzing crystals in ancient rocks, researchers found that as glaciers carved through the landscape, they scraped deep into the Earth’s crust, releasing essential minerals […]