Israel Tech Startups and Innovations: Weekly Roundup April 12 – April 25, 2025
New Startups / VC Funding
Israeli AI Healthtech Startup Healthee Secures $50M Series B Funding to Revolutionize Healthcare Cost Management
Healthee, an Israeli startup offering an AI-powered platform transforming healthcare cost management, has successfully raised $50 million in a Series B funding round. The round was led by Key1 Capital, with continued support from all existing investors.
This latest investment signals strong market confidence in Healthee’s vision to reshape how organizations manage healthcare costs through… Read More Here
Founded by Israeli Military Cybersecurity Veterans Sentra Raises $50M Series B to Expand Cloud Data Security and AI Protection
Israeli cybersecurity startup Sentra, a leading provider of cloud-native data security platforms, has announced the successful completion of a $50 million Series B funding round. The round was led by Key1 Capital, with continued support from existing investors including Bessemer Venture Partners, Zeev Ventures, Standard Investments, and Munich Re Ventures. This latest investment brings Sentra’s total funding to… Read More Here
Israeli Startup Reco Secures $25M to Scale AI-Driven SaaS Security Platform After 5X Growth in 2024
Israeli Startup Reco Israeli cybersecurity startup Reco, a leader in Dynamic SaaS Security, has announced the closing of a $25 million funding round, led by Insight Partners with participation from Zeev Ventures, boldstart ventures, Angular Ventures, and new investor Redseed. This latest investment brings Reco’s total funding to $55 million.
The funding follows an impressive 5x growth in 2024, signaling strong demand for Reco’s AI-native SaaS security platform. The company plans Secures $25M to Scale AI-Driven SaaS Security Platform After 5X Growth in 2024… Read More Here
Cynomi Secures $37M Series B to Scale AI-Powered vCISO Platform for MSPs and MSSPs Globally
Cynomi, an Israeli startup and a top provider of AI-driven virtual CISO (vCISO) platforms for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), has announced the successful completion of a $37 million Series B funding round. The round was co-led by Insight Partners and Entrée Capital, with continued backing from existing investors Canaan, Flint Capital, and S16VC.
This new investment will fuel product innovation, global expansion, and… Read More Here
Pillar Security Raises $9M to Expand AI Cybersecurity Platform for Secure AI Software Development
Pillar Security, an Israeli AI cybersecurity startup focused on securing enterprise-grade AI-integrated software, has raised $9 million in Seed funding to accelerate its mission. The funding round was led by Shield Capital, the venture fund of Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and included participation from Golden Ventures, Ground Up Ventures, and other strategic angel investors.
The new capital will fuel Pillar’s R&D expansion and go-to-market strategy as it continues to build a cutting-edge, end-to-end… Read More Here
Brandlight Launches with $5.75M to Help Companies Shape Brand Representation in AI Models
Brandlight, a new Israeli startup focused on brand intelligence in AI, has officially launched from stealth with $5.75 million in seed funding. Founded by CEO Imri Marcus, CTO Dvir Dvash, and COO Uri Gafni, Brandlight aims to empower companies to influence how their brands are perceived, interpreted, and represented by AI models across digital platforms.
The funding round in Brandlight was led by Cardumen Capital and G20 Ventures, with participation from high-profile advisors including… Read More Here
Tapcheck Secures $225M in Equity and Debt to Expand On-Demand Pay Services
Tapcheck, an Israeli startup and a provider of on-demand pay solutions, has announced a major $225 million funding round to accelerate its growth and product expansion. The financing includes a $25 million Series A extension, led by existing investor PeakSpan Capital, alongside a $200 million credit facility from Victory Park Capital.
This significant capital injection strengthens Tapcheck’s position… Read More Here
Bliss Aesthetics Secures $17.5M Seed Funding to Revolutionize AI-Powered Cosmetic Enhancements
Bliss Aesthetics, an Israeli startup offering a cutting-edge AI-powered platform that is transforming the cosmetic enhancement industry, has raised $17.5 million in a seed funding round. The investment aims to accelerate platform development and expand its presence in the booming aesthetic procedures market, which is projected to reach $200 billion in global revenue within the next decade.
The funding round was led by Shine Capital, with strong…Read More Here
Israeli Cybersecurity Startup Miggo Security Raises $17M Series A to Launch Real-Time Application Threat Protection
Miggo Security, an Israeli cybersecurity startup revolutionizing Application Detection & Response (ADR), has announced the closing of a $17 million Series A funding round. The round was led by SYN Ventures, with continued support from existing investor YL Ventures.
Miggo Security is tackling a critical gap in application… Read More Here
Politics
U.S. Antisemitic Incidents Hit All-Time High in 2024, Reaching 9,354 Cases Nationwide
In 2024, the United States experienced a record-breaking surge in antisemitic incidents, with a total of 9,354 cases reported—the highest number ever recorded in the 46-year history of the Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) Audit of Antisemitic Incidents. This marks a 5% increase from 2023, when 8,873 incidents were documented.
At the same time, coinciding with Holocaust Remembrance Day, Tel Aviv University’s Center for the Study of Contemporary European Jewry, in collaboration with the Irwin Cotler Institute for Democracy… Read More Here
Mike Huckabee Officially Becomes U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Presents Credentials to President Isaac Herzog
Mike Huckabee, former Arkansas governor and well-known American religious and political leader, has officially assumed his role as the United States Ambassador to Israel. On Monday, Huckabee presented his diplomatic credentials to Israeli President Isaac Herzog, marking the formal start of his ambassadorship.
Appointed by President Donald Trump, Mike Huckabee brings decades of public service experience to the position, including his tenure as the 44th governor of Arkansas and his background as an ordained… Read More Here
Pope Francis’ Passing Mourned by World Jewish Leaders
Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio on December 17, 1936, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, passed away on Monday, following a prolonged illness. His death prompted an outpouring of grief and tributes worldwide. Jewish leaders also expressed their condolences today, including the heads of the American Jewish Committee (AJC), the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) and the President of Israel, Isaac Herzog… Read More Here
IDF Concludes Investigation into Gaza Friendly Fire Incident Involving Rescue Teams
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has completed its internal investigation into the recent incident in Gaza, where IDF fire mistakenly targeted rescue teams and vehicles. The investigation was led by the General Staff Fact-Finding Mechanism, under the direction of Maj. Gen. (res.) Yoav Har-Even, and findings were formally presented to IDF Chief of the General Staff, Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir.
The comprehensive examination involved collecting and analyzing a wide range of data, including operational system logs, on-the-ground… Read More Here
IPOs and Unicorns
Kodiak Robotics to Go Public in $2.5 Billion SPAC Merger with Ares Acquisition Corporation II
Kodiak Robotics, a leading developer of autonomous trucking technology and an OurCrowd portfolio company, has announced plans to go public through a merger with special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) Ares Acquisition Corporation II (NYSE: AACT), according to TechCrunch. The deal values Kodiak at a pre-money valuation of approximately $2.5 billion and is anticipated to close in the second half of 2025.
The combined company is expected to receive approximately $551 million of cash held in AACT’s trust account at closing, assuming no… Read More Here
Science/Culture
Hebrew University Study Reveals How Bacterial Motion Drives the Spread of Antibiotic Resistance
A groundbreaking study from the Faculty of Medicine at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has uncovered a vital link between bacterial movement and the spread of antibiotic resistance. Led by Professors Sigal Ben-Yehuda and Ilan Rosenshine from the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, the research reveals that the rotation of bacterial flagella—tiny whip-like structures used for movement—directly activates genes responsible for DNA transfer between bacteria.
The bacterial flagellum… Read More Here
Ancient Scarlet Dye Workshop Unearthed in Haifa Offers Breakthrough Insight Into Iron Age Textile Industry
A groundbreaking archaeological study by the University of Haifa, published in PLOS One, has uncovered direct evidence of tools used to produce the prestigious scarlet dye during the Iron Age (1100–600 BCE), overlapping with the First Temple period. The research sheds light on the ancient dyeing industry at Tel Shikmona, one of the most important production centers along the Levantine coast.
Archaeologists discovered large clay basins stained with scarlet dye, grinding stones, and additional tools that played a central role… Read More Here
Israeli Authorities Seize Over 200 Ancient Artifacts in Antiquities Trafficking Bust
In a major crackdown on illegal antiquities trafficking in Israel, authorities have seized approximately 200 ancient coins, arrowheads, and complete pottery vessels during a raid on the home of a Dimona resident. The suspect is believed to be involved in the illicit trade of historical artifacts, a serious offense under Israeli law.
The recovered items, dating back to various periods…. Read More Here
Mergers and Acquisitions
Torq Acquires AI Startup Revrod to Power Next-Gen HyperSOC-2o Platform with Multi-Agent RAG Technology
Torq, the leader in autonomous security operations, has announced the acquisition of Revrod, a stealth-mode Israeli AI startup known for its innovations in Agentic AI and LLM workflows. The acquisition enhances Torq HyperSOC-2o, the latest version of the company’s flagship platform, by integrating multi-agent Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) capabilities for cutting-edge AI-driven SOC automation. Terms of the deal were not disclosed but were… Read More Here
Other Business Stories
Hertz Partners with Israel’s UVeye to Revolutionize Vehicle Maintenance with AI-Powered Inspection Technology
Hertz, one of the world’s largest car rental companies, has announced a strategic partnership with Israeli AI startup UVeye to deploy automated vehicle inspection technology across its U.S. rental operations. This move marks a major shift in how Hertz maintains its fleet of over 500,000 vehicles worldwide.
Historically, vehicle assessments in the rental industry have depended on manual inspections, often conducted under inconsistent… Read More Here
Israir Secures Temporary U.S. Approval to Operate Tel Aviv–New York Flights, Boosting Route Competition
Israeli airline Israir has achieved a significant milestone by receiving temporary approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to operate flights between Israel and the United States. The approval, valid for two years, marks a critical step toward the airline’s goal of obtaining a permanent operating license on the highly competitive Tel Aviv–New York route… Read More Here
