Israel Tech Startups and Innovations: Weekly Roundup March 29 – April 4, 2025
New Startups / VC Funding
Israeli AI Startup Unframe Secures $50M to Drive Global Expansion and Innovation
Israeli AIUnframe, an Israeli AI startup offering an all-in-one turnkey platform for global enterprises, has officially emerged from stealth mode with a $50 million funding round. The investment, led by Bessemer Venture Partners, TLV Partners, Craft Ventures, Third Point Ventures, SentinelOne Ventures, Cerca Partners, and Terra Nova Ventures, will fuel Unframe’s international growth and sales expansion while accelerating research and development to enhance its cutting-edge AI platform.
With this significant funding, Unframe is set to revolutionize enterprise AI by delivering scalable, efficient, and innovative Startup Unframe Secures $50M to Drive Global Expansion and Innovation… Read More Here
Linguana Raises $8.5M Seed Funding to Transform Global Content Monetization for Creators
Linguana, an Israeli startup and a new creator-first global distribution and monetization partner, has officially launched with an $8.5 million seed round aimed at revolutionizing how content creators expand and monetize their audiences worldwide.
The significant investment comes from several high-profile angel investors, including Oren Zeev, Zohar Gilon, Eyal Waldman and… Read More Here
Semiconductor Leader Retym Secures $180M+ to Power AI Infrastructure Innovation
Retym (pronounced “Re-Time”), an Israeli startup and cutting-edge semiconductor company, has officially emerged from stealth mode with over $180 million in total funding across multiple rounds. In its latest Series D funding round, led by Spark Capital, the company raised $75 million, further strengthening its position as a leader in AI infrastructure innovation.
Specializing in programmable coherent DSP (digital signal processing) solutions, Retym is transforming cloud and AI infrastructure by… Read More Here
Top 10 Israel Startup Nation Fundraising Deals from March
Israel is not known as Startup Nation for nothing. The month of March saw the money rolling in as investments in new high-tech firms continued.
The biggest stories in March dealt with unicorns… Read More Here
AI Voice Tech Startup Hi Auto Raises $15M to Revolutionize Quick-Service Restaurants
Hi Auto, an Israeli AI-powered voice technology startup transforming the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry, has secured $15 million in a Series A funding round. The round was led by Delek Motors, the Zisapel Family, Vasuki Tech Fund, and a publicly traded strategic investor from the restaurant sector.
With this latest investment, Hi Auto’s total funding has reached $23 million. Additional investors include Allied Group, Goldbell Investments, and the Meir Barel Group. The company has also secured a $4 million credit… Read More Here
Taiwan’s Centera Photonics Unveils Industry-First 1.6Tbps Silicon Photonics Transceiver for AI and Cloud Networking Featuring Israeli Tech
Taiwan’s Centera Photonics Inc., a provider of silicon photonics optical solutions for data center interconnects, has announced the world’s first 1.6 terabits per second (Tbps) transceiver module featuring the Israeli startup NewPhotonics’ NPG10201 PIC transmitter-on-chip (TOC).
This breakthrough marks a significant milestone in the adoption of integrated silicon photonic-based communication solutions, offering higher efficiency and lower energy consumption for… Read More Here
Politics
Senior Benjamin Netanyahu Associates Interrogated Over ‘Qatargate’ Foreign Agent, Money Laundering Allegations
The scandal around Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu known as “Qatargate” is heating up. Around a week ago, reports surfaced that Yonatan Urich, a senior advisor to the prime minister, and Eli Feldstein, his former military spokesman, had been detained in connection with an investigation first exposed by Israel’s Channel 12 News.
The two were taken into custody at Lahav 433 – the Israel Police’s criminal investigations unit – about a week and a half ago, where they were questioned on suspicion of contact with… Read More Here
Science/Culture
Breakthrough AI Tool scNET Helps Decode Cell Behavior in Cancer Research
Researchers at Tel Aviv University have developed scNET, a groundbreaking method designed to enhance our understanding of cell behavior in dynamic biological environments, such as cancerous tumors.
The scNET system integrates single-cell gene expression data with gene interaction networks, allowing scientists to identify critical biological patterns, including responses to drug treatments. This innovative approach has the potential to revolutionize cancer research and… Read More Here
Archaeologists at Tel Megiddo Uncover First Evidence of Biblical Battle Between King Josiah and Pharaoh Necho
Israeli archaeologists from the Megiddo Expedition have discovered in Tel Megiddo what they believe to be the first archaeological evidence of the legendary biblical battle between Judean King Josiah and Egyptian Pharaoh Necho.
The battle, which took place in Megiddo, northern Israel, is described in the Second Book of Kings and is historically linked to the site known as Armageddon, referenced in the Book of Revelation as… Read More Here
Israeli Researchers Develop AI Model to Predict Lightning-Induced Wildfires with 90% Accuracy
Researchers at Bar-Ilan University have developed a groundbreaking AI model capable of predicting lightning-induced wildfires with unprecedented accuracy. This cutting-edge technology marks a major breakthrough in wildfire prevention and climate risk management.
As lightning-triggered wildfires become more frequent due to climate change, this AI-driven model provides a highly precise forecast of when and where lightning strikes are most likely to ignite fires—achieving over 90% accuracy…. Read More Here
Breakthrough in Stem Cell Research: New Method Expands Bone Marrow Cells for Transplant Success
Breakthrough in Stem Cell Research: New Method Expands Bone Marrow Cells for Transplant Success
An international research team led by scientists from Tel Aviv University and Sheba Medical Center has developed a groundbreaking method to activate and expand adult stem cells from human bone marrow outside the body. This innovation has the potential to revolutionize bone marrow regeneration and aid in rebuilding the blood and immune system.
The study, published in Nature Immunology, marks a major advancement in stem cell therapy. It could significantly enhance transplant success rates for cancer patients undergoing… Read More Here
3,800-Year-Old Canaanite Seal Discovered by Young Girl Near Beit Shemesh
3,800-Year-Old Canaanite Seal Discovered by Young Girl Near Beit Shemesh
3.5-year-old Ziv Nitzan made a remarkable archaeological discovery during a family trip to Tel Azeka, near Beit Shemesh, located west of Jerusalem. The young girl from Moshav Ramot Meir stumbled upon an ancient scarab amulet dating back 3,800 years to the Middle Bronze Age.
The unexpected find, which experts believe belonged to the Canaanite period, sheds light on the region’s rich history. Tel Azeka, a… Read More Here
Other Business Stories
Israel’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Reaches $2 Billion, Reports 11.5% Return in 2024
Israel’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Reaches $2 Billion, Reports 11.5% Return in 2024
Israel’s Sovereign Wealth Fund, known as the Citizens’ Fund, recorded assets of approximately $2 billion by the end of 2024, according to the latest annual report from the Ministry of Finance.
The fund achieved an 11.5% return on investments in 2024 (in nominal US dollar terms), reflecting strong financial performance and effective asset management. Since its inception, the Citizens’ Fund has delivered an average annual return of 11.7%, underscoring its role in supporting Israel’s long-term… Read More Here
Fitch Ratings Fitch Ratings has affirmed Israel’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at ‘A’, maintaining a Negative Outlook. The decision reflects ongoing economic and geopolitical challenges that could impact Israel’s financial stability. This comes after Fitch downgraded Israel’s rating last August.
Despite global uncertainties, Israel’s economy remains resilient, supported by strong fiscal policies, a robust tech sector, and steady foreign investment. However, risks such as regional tensions, political Affirms Israel’s Credit Rating at ‘A’ with Negative Outlook… Read More Here
