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EU Regulation

Europe’s regulation-heavy reputation hides big opportunities for Israeli startups

20.02.25|James Spiro
While Israeli founders often look to the U.S., Europe’s evolving ecosystem is creating new possibilities. The continent’s rush to regulate innovation is making it a key player in the future of tech. 
אולפן SNC גודל וידאו 2

Scale-up Nation “is becoming a pillar of strength that carries the entire sector”

19.02.25|James Spiro
A new era of scale-ups is emerging in Israel, with tech companies rethinking their growth strategies for long-term success.
David Siegel  Headshot

Israel Tech Mission bridges a divide for pro-Israel leaders in tech

09.02.25|James Spiro
“Our goal is to drive tens of millions of dollars into Israel's economy by creating and deepening relationships between investors, innovators, and changemakers,” said founder David Siegel. 
Panel SV

“My perception was that Israel trailed Silicon Valley by 6 months. What I'm feeling is the opposite.”

05.02.25|James Spiro
Prominent VCs and entrepreneurs gathered in Tel Aviv to learn about the Israeli tech ecosystem thanks to a delegation arranged by Israel Tech Mission and J-Ventures.
Israeli Tech in NY

“The Israeli tech ecosystem in NYC is robust and here to stay.”

04.02.25|James Spiro
Like most cities, New York has faced challenges in recent years. Today its tech ecosystem is showing signs of resilience.
Nathan Alan Lip

From LATAM to Israel: LIP Ventures' $90 million leap into Startup Nation

03.02.25|James Spiro
The VC fund helps Latin American investors and family offices invest in Israeli tech: “Innovation can bring us as humanity to a better point.”
Founder Mental Health

“It's OK to be sad”: Founder psychology is getting a revamp in Israel

02.02.25|James Spiro
Between pandemics and war, Startup Nation has every right to break the stigma of asking for help and treating the mental health of its entrepreneurs. 
Austin Texas

"Austin is like Israel without the PTSD": Why Israeli investors are flocking to the Texas capital

30.01.25|James Spiro
Serial entrepreneur Micha Breakstone spoke to CTech about the growing community of Israelis in Silicon Hills  
Aligned Team

Aligned secures $8M Series A to advance AI-powered digital sales rooms

29.01.25|James Spiro
"We built Aligned to give modern sellers their ‘Iron Man Suit'," says Co-Founder and CEO Gal Aga.
Uri Oron Space Conference

“The only way Israel will reach places in space is by doing things together”

28.01.25|James Spiro
Director General of the Israel Space Agency Uri Oron is urging Israel to partake in a global corporation if it wants to achieve success in the sector. 
כנס חוסן בהייטק AISRAEL - פאנל עתיד ה AI נתי אמסטרדם דירקטור בכיר ומנהל אזורי NVIDIA ישראל

Nvidia: “We'll do our best to make sure that Israel stays on top of the AI race globally”

27.01.25|James Spiro
The Senior Country Director of Nvidia Israel, Nati Amsterdam, made the remarks following proposed restrictions on AI chip exports by former President Biden that would directly impact Israel.
meron capital

New American leadership presents strategic opportunities for Israeli entrepreneurs

27.01.25|James Spiro, Elihay Vidal
From AI deregulation to “friendshoring,” American policies could deepen collaboration and market access for Israeli startups, says Meron Capital.
Keren Kopilov Firstime

'Survival mode' and resilience: How Israel's high-tech industry endured 2024's challenges

27.01.25|James Spiro, Elihay Vidal
Despite economic and geopolitical hurdles, Israel's high-tech sector demonstrated resilience, with a rebound in funding and M&A activity in Q3, says Firstime VC’s Keren Kopilov.
Square Peg Team

Israel has shown “gravity-defying” resilience during war-time, says Square Peg

26.01.25|James Spiro, Elihay Vidal
Coming off a difficult year of war and conflict, Yonatan Sela shares insights for CTech’s 2025 VC Survey where he is confident Israeli high-tech will remain strong despite its challenges.
S Capital Haim Aya

Three key moves for Israel's high-tech acceleration in 2025, according to S Capital

23.01.25|James Spiro, Elihay Vidal
Aya Peterburg, Co-founder and Managing Partner of S Capital, outlines actions the Israeli government should take to boost the tech sector, including education, R&D incentives, and international partnerships. 
Aaron Ibex

"Israel is firing on all cylinders as it relates to AI"

23.01.25|James Spiro, Elihay Vidal
Aaron Rinberg, Partner at Ibex Investors, spoke to CTech about his predictions for the year ahead.
Dell Technologies Kfir Snir

“The Israeli high-tech sector stands at a pivotal crossroads”

22.01.25|James Spiro, Elihay Vidal
Yair Snir and Barrel Kfir from Dell Technologies Capital made the remarks for CTech’s 2025 VC Survey.
משה זילברשטיין שותף בקרן Next47

Israeli government’s role in reviving high-tech: Travel, diplomacy, and AI investment

22.01.25|James Spiro, Elihay Vidal
Policies to ease international business, bolster AI research, and manage global narratives are critical for growth, says Next47’s Moshe Zilberstein.
Yodfat Blumberg

2025 is bringing “a search for meaning” among Israelis, inspiring entrepreneurial dreams

21.01.25|James Spiro, Elihay Vidal
Yodfat Harel Buchris, Managing Director at Blumberg Capital, made the observations as part of CTech’s 2025 VC Survey.