Start-up Nation

Despite the proposed judicial reform turmoil and the Oct 7 war, Israeli tech remained robust in 2023; Private funding for Israeli tech is expected to reach nearly $10 billion, according to Startup Nation Central

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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Start-Up Nation Central CEO, Avi Hasson: "Looking to 2024, the outlook is cautious but optimistic.

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  • Start-Up Nation Central CEO, Avi Hasson: "Looking to 2024, the outlook is cautious but optimistic.
  • We hope the ecosystem's bedrock of innovation, global partnership, and proven resilience will steer it through uncertainty toward a continued growth trajectory.
  • At Startup Nation Central we foster investment opportunities while supporting local companies and promoting the efforts of multinational companies in Israel."
  • VP of Digital Products and Data, at Startup Nation Central, Yariv Lotan: "Private funding in 2023 declined from the 2021 peak, reaching $7.9B to date.

Thailand’s RISE and Israel’s OurCrowd Launch ROCX Exponential Fund

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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OurCrowd , a leading global digital investment platform, and RISE , the corporate innovation powerhouse based out of Southeast Asia, today announced the launch of the ROCX (Rise OurCrowd Exponential) Fund.

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  • OurCrowd , a leading global digital investment platform, and RISE , the corporate innovation powerhouse based out of Southeast Asia, today announced the launch of the ROCX (Rise OurCrowd Exponential) Fund.
  • The $50 million fund is Thailand’s first Israel-focused VC fund and will invest in early-stage deep technologies in cybersecurity, AI, HealthTech, semiconductors, quantum computing, ClimateTech, AgTech, FoodTech, and more.
  • RISE is a leading corporate innovation powerhouse based in Southeast Asia with the mission to raise regional GDP by 1 percent.
  • RISE works closely with Fortune 500 companies, large family businesses, and government agencies across Southeast Asia to set up and scale innovation initiatives through 5 corporate services: Corporate Innovation Consulting, RISE University, SeaX Ventures, and Athena.

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange and The Israeli Ministry of Finance Successfully Completed the Project Eden Proof of Concept - Issuing A Government Digital Bond on A Dedicated Blockchain Platform

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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Project Eden is a unique project led by TASE in close partnership with the Israeli Ministry of Finance.

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  • Project Eden is a unique project led by TASE in close partnership with the Israeli Ministry of Finance.
  • The blockchain used for this PoC was EVM-compatible, enabling potential integration with other blockchain solutions in the future.
  • Project Eden also introduced a digital Payment Token as a fundamental component of the settlement process.
  • Ittai Ben Zeev, TASE CEO: "Project Eden is very important for the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange.

Startups Saving Lives and the Planet on Display at the 2023 OurCrowd Global Investor Summit

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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Cutting edge technologies saving the planet and saving individual lives were spotlighted in the OurCrowd Global Investor Summit which concluded today.

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  • Cutting edge technologies saving the planet and saving individual lives were spotlighted in the OurCrowd Global Investor Summit which concluded today.
  • Business leaders, government officials, entrepreneurs and dozens of startups came together to discuss how technology is helping people around the world.
  • “Over the next two months, Flash Forest will plant over one million trees in remote forests in North America.
  • I think that the investors who came to us from 81 countries will be back again soon.”
    The 2023 Global Investor Summit is being broadcast on the event website.

proteanTecs Named the #1 Most Promising Startup in Israel

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022
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HAIFA, Israel, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- proteanTecs, a global leader of deep data analytics for advanced electronics, has been named the Most Promising Israeli Startup 2022 by Globes, a leading Israeli business publication. proteanTecs topped the annual list of 10 groundbreaking startups, which is selected based on nominations from leading local and foreign investment firms who operate in the Israeli high-tech market. This year 86 different firms participated in the thorough selection process.

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  • HAIFA, Israel, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- proteanTecs, a global leader of deep data analytics for advanced electronics, has been named the Most Promising Israeli Startup 2022 by Globes, a leading Israeli business publication.
  • Now in its 17th year, the Globes' Most Promising Startup list is the longest established startup ranking in Israel.
  • Often referred to as the Startup Nation, Israel has over 6,000 active startups and has the most technology companies and engineers per capita.
  • "We are incredibly honored to be recognized as the Globes' Most Promising Israeli Startup," said Shai Cohen, co-founder and CEO at proteanTecs.

Team8 collaborates with Money20/20 to showcase Israeli fintech innovation

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
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The delegation will be in Israel for the global fintech show, Money20/20 s debut visit to Tel Aviv.

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  • The delegation will be in Israel for the global fintech show, Money20/20 s debut visit to Tel Aviv.
  • For example, on November 7th, industry experts will discuss Israels credentials as a hotbed for fintech innovation during the sold out World Tour session Unleashing Fintech in the Startup Nation .
  • Team8 Managing Partner Rakefet Russak-Aminoach, said: Money20/20s visit to Tel Aviv represents a major milestone for Israels thriving fintech community.
  • Despite challenging market conditions, Israel remains a center of excellence for fintech innovation, defined by resilient teams and solutions tailored to evolving market trends.

Maestro Itzhak Perlman Joins AMIT Children to Reveal AMIT Kfar Batya: Israel's $70 Million Epicenter of Educational Transformation

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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There will also be a tribute to Marguerite Werrin, z"l, a dedicated AMIT board member who recently passed away.

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  • There will also be a tribute to Marguerite Werrin, z"l, a dedicated AMIT board member who recently passed away.
  • 'An Evening with Itzhak Perlman' celebrates AMIT's 15-year commitment and $70 million dollar investment to bring AMIT Kfar Batya campus and AMIT Gogya's new headquarters to fruition.
  • The event will include a preview of AMIT Kfar Batya and an unveiling of the AMIT Kfar Batya time capsule.
  • This directly speaks our goal for AMIT Kfar Batya," says Shari Safra, AMIT Vice President, Financial Resource Development.

Citrine Global CEO Issues Letter to Shareholders

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022
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Tel Aviv, April 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Citrine Global Corp. (OTCQB: CTGL), a plant-based wellness and pharma solutions company, today issued a Letter to Shareholders from its CEO and Chairman, Ora Elharar-Soffer.

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  • Tel Aviv, April 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Citrine Global Corp. (OTCQB: CTGL), a plant-based wellness and pharma solutions company, today issued a Letter to Shareholders from its CEO and Chairman, Ora Elharar-Soffer.
  • We are glad to provide an overview of the main milestones achieved by the Company during the last two years since the group of Citrine Global principal shareholders acquired the company and furnished the necessary funding for implementing our new strategic direction.
  • Citrine Global's headquarters and senior management are based in Israel, where the company operates via its 100%-owned-subsidiary CTGL Citrine Global Israel Ltd. and 60%-owned Cannovation Center Israel Ltd.
  • The Company is supported by a professional, experienced group of primary shareholders that include Citrine S A L Investment & Technologies.

Dominican businessman Jairo Gonzalez strengthens international business relationships

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Sunday, March 27, 2022
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The event was commemorated with the objective of strengthening the friendly relations and commercial exchange between both nations.

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  • The event was commemorated with the objective of strengthening the friendly relations and commercial exchange between both nations.
  • This event, is the expression of the friendship of two great peoples and their desire for solidarity, rapprochement, cultural, economic exchange, visions and traditions.
  • "In less than three years, El Salvador has experienced one of the most historic transformations we have witnessed in recent decades.
  • El Salvador went from being the most violent country in the world, to a country full of opportunities.

Takwin Announces Launch of New Fund Aimed at Elevating and Empowering High-Potential Arab Entrepreneurs in Israel to Bolster “Startup Nation”

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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The Takwin 2 fund will aim to invest $80 million in early-stage capital for high-potential startups over a five-year term.

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  • The Takwin 2 fund will aim to invest $80 million in early-stage capital for high-potential startups over a five-year term.
  • We founded Takwin with the principal intention of leveling this playing field and bringing bright, ambitious Arab-Israelis into the fold.
  • Its not enough to invest money in Arab entrepreneurs in Israel, said Itzik Frid, Takwins managing partner and CEO.
  • The launch of the Takwin 2 fund comes on the heels of the success of its initial investment fund.