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סאטיה נאדלה מנכ"ל מיקרוסופט
Microsoft aided Israel’s hostage rescue, denies tech used to harm civilians in Gaza
Microsoft says internal and external reviews found no misuse of its tech in Gaza, but confirms it provided emergency support to Israel after the October 7 Hamas terror attack
Daniel Edelson, New York | 21:17 | 05.16.25
F-35
Trump floats possible new F-55 warplane and F-22 upgrade
Trump referred to the F-55 both as an upgrade to the Lockheed F-35 and a new development in comments that appeared to echo talk by the U.S. arms giant of a 'best value' alternative
Reuters | 13:16 | 05.16.25
Wixel
Wix rolls out AI-powered tool for easy, professional-grade design
Wixel tool combines advanced AI with a user-friendly interface to help users generate, edit and customize visual assets quickly
Ynetnews | 16:00 | 05.15.25
הדמיה של הטרנזיסטור החדש
Chinese scientists develop 'fastest transistor ever'—without silicon
As global chipmakers race toward 3-nanometer tech, Chinese researchers unveil groundbreaking, silicon-free transistor that’s faster, more efficient and locally manufacturable
Raphael Kahan | 12:59 | 05.15.25
סם אלטמן בעת ביקורו לצד טראמפ בסעודיה
Trump, tech giants secure billion-dollar AI deals in Gulf visit
Top US tech leaders, including Nvidia’s Jensen Huang and OpenAI’s Sam Altman, joined Trump in the Gulf to negotiate AI partnerships; deals include Saudi Arabia’s Humain AI project and investments exceeding $600 billion across advanced technologies
Israel Wullman | 10:32 | 05.15.25
רחפן של אלביט
Next-gen Israeli drone goes operational: 30kg payload, two-minute deployment
Flying Production, a subsidiary of Israeli defense giant Elbit Systems, begins serial production of its new X-intra combat drone, designed to offer enhanced capabilities for frontline operations
Yuval Azulay | 14:13 | 05.10.25
מתוך מודל יצירת הווידאו החדש של לייטריקס
Meet Israel’s AI video model: Lightricks unveils its answer to OpenAI and Google
Startup launches LTX Video-13B model with 13 billion parameters and breakthrough compression, aiming to compete with tech giants in AI-generated video
Tal Shahaf | 21:23 | 05.06.25
סטודנטים בשיעור
Academia scrambles to adapt as students 'AI' their way through school
With AI tools capable of producing polished assignments and research papers, students face ethical dilemmas while some lecturers grapple with detection challenges, raising questions about the future of education and academic integrity
Tal Shahaf | 11:07 | 05.06.25
ג'נסן הואנג
Nvidia CEO warns U.S. falling behind China in AI race
Jensen Huang sounds the alarm on China’s AI advancements, arguing U.S. export restrictions are accelerating Beijing’s self-sufficiency while urging a national strategy to retrain workers and secure lead in the global AI race
Israel Wullman | 23:23 | 05.05.25
אירוע הכרזת GPT-4o של OpenAI
'We messed up': OpenAI panics over GPT-4o’s overly obedient behavior
Routine GPT-4o update turns chatbot overly agreeable, even to troubling prompts; company admits error, reveals training methods and warns of real mental health risks—raising questions about whether its push for 'helpful' AI went too far
Tal Shahaf | 22:07 | 05.04.25
Israeli startups continue to shape the future in Quantum computing, AI
Despite economic and geopolitical challenges, these innovators are reshaping industries, backed by global investors like Sequoia, Intel Capital, Insight Partners, and TLV Partners 
Meir Orbach, Sophie Shulman, Calcalist | 13:55 | 05.04.25
אנטנת דור 5 של אריקסון
2G, 3G cellular networks to shut down, leaving millions in Israel out of reach
Israel's outdated networks to shut down by December 31; cellular companies and government race to replace phones, SIMs and systems to avoid communication breakdowns and safety risks
Israel Wullman | 11:25 | 05.04.25
המעבדה של רפאל
Inside Rafael’s secret lab: the startup mindset behind Iron Dome
Inside Rafael’s internal makerspace, engineers move fast, break molds and build battlefield-ready tech in days, not months — blending startup agility with defense-grade innovation in response to real-time needs from the front lines
Raphael Kahan | 22:56 | 05.01.25
הקריאה להצתה ברשתות הפלסטיניות
‘May God burn Them’: Jerusalem wildfires prompt celebration, incitement on Palestinian and Arab social media
Wave of online posts praise wildfires near Jerusalem, with some users inciting arson and sharing instructions for setting fires
Einav Halabi | 22:46 | 04.30.25
AI avatars from Harvard to tutor Israeli kids
CET and Israeli startup eSelf launch an AI-powered private tutor offering personalized lessons for each student, aiming to narrow education gaps and help those who can’t afford private lessons
Rephael Kahan | 07:42 | 04.30.25
New report on AI in Israel highlights strengths, challenges
It reveals Israel’s global leadership in AI patents and research but warns of declining human capital, infrastructure challenges and slow government strategy; Experts call for urgent investment to secure Israel’s technological edge and economic future 
Israel Wullman | 00:04 | 04.28.25
מפגין פרו-פלסטיני בניו יורק אוחז שלט הקורא להתנגדות אלימה
This is what Holocaust denial looks like in 2025
New report reveals a chilling phenomenon of October 7 massacre denial on social media that is disturbingly reminiscent of traditional Holocaust denial methods; Despite stated policies, social media platforms’ algorithms not only fail to prevent the phenomenon – they sometimes even promote it
Raphael Kahan | 07:35 | 04.24.25
שעון חכם Watch S4 של שיאומי
Xiaomi Watch S4 is a reliable, budget-friendly smartwatch, but compromises are apparent
Xiaomi Watch S4 impresses with its sleek design, strong battery and reliable performance at an affordable price; However, it lacks cellular connectivity, advanced health tracking and payment capabilities in Israel, leaving it as an option mainly for Xiaomi enthusiasts
Israel Wullman | 16:24 | 04.23.25
China’s Avatr launches affordable EV with advanced tech, eyeing global markets
Chinese automaker Avatr, backed by Changan and CATL, has launched the 06 electric sedan, undercutting Tesla Model 3 by 7% in price; Offering advanced features, hybrid and electric powertrains, and cutting-edge tech, the 06 is set to debut in Israel by 2026
Noam Rhein, iCar | 01:24 | 04.23.25
Tweet with a clear satellite view of the facility
Anyone can see it on Google Maps: Israel's most sensitive sites revealed in high level of detail on internet
High-resolution satellite images of Israel's Dimona Nuclear Center, IDF bases and Gaza operations are now publicly available on mapping platforms; Despite security risks, the Defense Ministry remains silent, as global services bypass US restrictions under outdated regulations
Raphael Kahan | 19:18 | 04.22.25
סם אלטמן במהלך טקס השבעתו של טראמפ
ChatGPT’s hidden toll: AI courtesy fuels $700K daily costs
Each 'thank you' given to AI chat bots costs 10 cents and half a liter of water, exposing the unsustainable truth behind human warmth for machines
Raphael Kahan | 08:59 | 04.22.25
National Insurance Institute headquarters
Israeli social security warns of phishing scam using fake messages, spoofed website
New phishing scam targets Israelis by impersonating the National Insurance Institute; fake messages warn of 'unusual activity' and link to a fraudulent site
Daniela Ginzburg | 19:29 | 04.21.25
Israel to phase out copper networks as fiber-optic transition gains momentum
Ministry of Communications is phasing out copper and cable networks used by Bezeq and HOT, transitioning to fiber-optic infrastructure by 2030; The move will modernize telephony and internet services, with backup solutions planned for power outages during the transition 
Israel Wullman | 10:44 | 04.21.25
חצי מרתון היברידי בבייג'ינג - רובוטים לצד רצים אנושיים
Humanoid robots run Beijing half marathon in global first
Beijing hosts world’s first humanoid robot marathon, placing leading developers against each other and showcasing China’s ambition to lead the globe's robotics race
Daniela Ginzburg | 07:17 | 04.21.25
מנכ"ל OpenAI, סם אלטמן (ימין), מציג את o3
Advanced OpenAI models hallucinate more than older versions, internal report finds
Report finds newer inferential models hallucinate nearly half the time while experts warn of unresolved flaws, deliberate deception and a long road to human-level AI reliability
Tal Shahaf | 01:07 | 04.21.25
וואטסאפ ווב בדסקטופ
WhatsApp on desktop? This file could hack your PC — here’s how to stay safe
Critical chat app vulnerability allows attackers to disguise malicious code as innocent files like images, prompting urgent updates
Raphael Kahan | 18:53 | 04.20.25
חיילי מדור מצפ"ן, "נבחרים בפינצטה"
Like ChatGPT, only secret: This is Genie, the IDF's artificial intelligence
Revealed: Military's new AI tool, powered by RAG technology, is reshaping warfare by delivering instant, accurate battlefield insights to soldiers, which gives commanders a tactical edge
Israel Wullman | 15:38 | 04.15.25
הכלב הרובוטי V60
Smart machines that walk, walk and work with you: Inside Israel’s homegrown robot revolution
A robotic dog for soldiers, a social office assistant and a companion for the elderly—HRI consortium unveils AI-powered robots that understand natural language and integrate seamlessly into human teams, from the battlefield to the boardroom
Tal Shahaf | 16:08 | 04.11.25
וואטסאפ משתדרגת
WhatsApp rolls out slew of exciting new user features
New tools include live group activity, smart alerts, voice-to-text and QR codes for easy channel access and engagement
Daniela Ginzburg | 15:14 | 04.10.25
Genesis unveils X Gran Coupe, Cabriolet: A Korean contender for Bentley’s throne
Genesis reveals the X Gran Coupe and Cabriolet prototypes at the Seoul Motor Show, signaling its ambition to rival Bentley's Continental GT; Featuring innovative designs and luxurious interiors, the models highlight Genesis' drive to climb higher in the premium market 
Nir Ben Zaken, iCar | 16:45 | 04.08.25
תמונת נוודים דיגיטליים
Israel's brain drain reaches high-tech sector
Publicly traded Israeli tech companies now employ half their workforce abroad, including a rise in R&D hiring, despite Israel’s historical advantage in local talent
Israel Wullman | 11:13 | 04.07.25
אייפון 16
With Trump tariffs incoming, phones, laptops, earphones about to get much more expensive
Apple expected to be hit hardest by new duties among tech giants, but Google, Meta and Microsoft also face significant losses—even before any retaliatory levies are imposed on their products
Israel Wullman | 08:17 | 04.07.25
Gali bloch-Liran. 'Hi-tech glitters only on the outside.'
From $32B exits to breakdowns: The dark underbelly of Israel’s high-tech glitter
Gali Bloch-Liran, Israeli coach for entrepreneurs and investors, reveals why life at the top of the country's high-tech industry is far less glamorous than it seems
Tal Giladi | 18:20 | 04.05.25
OpenAI - הרסן הוסר
Beyond ChatGPT: How AI agents are changing the game
Israeli tech CEO Mickey Haslavsky talks with Ynet on OpenAI’s AI agent advancements, automation’s future and why humans will remain essential in an AI-driven world
Ynetnews | 13:38 | 04.05.25
אירוע המפתחים של מטא
Meta’s vision for the future: Smart glasses with gesture controls and built-in displays
Meta is accelerating its push into augmented reality with the Hypernova smart glasses, featuring hand gesture controls, integrated displays, and enhanced cameras; Positioned to challenge Apple’s dominance, Meta aims to redefine wearable tech while setting the stage for future AR innovation
Raphael Kahan | 22:01 | 04.04.25
נשיא ארה"ב, דונלד טראמפ
Israeli tech industry scrambles as Trump's global trade war expands
Israeli high-tech leaders express concerns over US tariffs, warning of rising costs, lost competitiveness and potential production shifts; Confusion over the scope of the tariffs leaves the industry in uncertainty, while some speculate on possible opportunities 
Tal Shahaf | 18:26 | 04.04.25
החתול הגלקטי, לאחר שביקשנו מהצ'אטבוט להוסיף קצת צבע
Not just anime: How to make ChatGPT create mind-blowing images
OpenAI has launched a new feature allowing ChatGPT users to generate images at the click of a button; within days, social media was flooded with AI-generated visuals; here’s how it works—and how you can try it yourself
Daniela Ginzburg | 12:46 | 04.04.25
דאריו אמודיי בשימוע בסנאט
Is AI moving too fast? Industry leaders set panic threshold
Anthropic unveils new safeguards under ‘responsible scaling’ policy, setting red lines for models that could aid in weapons, mass automation or uncontrollable tech acceleration—vowing to pause development if risks cross critical thresholds
Raphael Kahan | 14:42 | 04.03.25
מתוך "מוזיאון השואה" בפורטנייט
When Fortnite replaces Yad Vashem: How Gen Z is learning about the Holocaust through video games
Luc Bernard, Jewish-French-American video game creator, uses gaming to teach Holocaust memory and fight antisemitism; his virtual 'Holocaust Museum' in Fortnite reaches millions, shows video games are powerful tools to educate youth
Daniela Ginzburg | 11:08 | 04.03.25
Hackers exploit voicemail to hijack Telegram accounts in Israel, experts warn
Cyber campaign, traced to Bangladesh and Indonesia, uses fake profiles and social engineering to breach Telegram accounts; Experts urge Israelis to disable voicemail or change default PINs and activate two-step verification for protection
Raphael Kahan | 13:22 | 04.02.25
Web3
Web3 and the rise of the everyday entrepreneur
By decentralizing value creation, Web3 shifts power from tech giants to individuals, allowing users to earn from their data, attention and digital engagement; everyday online activities—like gaming, browsing and storing files—can now become income-generating opportunities
Prof. Ilan Alon | 20:47 | 03.29.25
אבי חסון, מנכ"ל "סטארטאפ ניישן סנטרל"
'Israeli tech is a long-term asset, not a short-term risk': Avi Hasson on Israel’s tech future
Despite war, political instability and economic strain, Startup Nation Central CEO Avi Hasson says Israel’s tech sector is growing — and thriving; speaking to Ynetnews, he urges a shift from startups to scale-ups and says crisis continues to drive bold innovation
Hillel Fuld | 02:28 | 03.27.25
מארק צוקרברג בשימוע בסנאט
The book Zuckerberg wants to silence is a bestseller
Careless People: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed, and Lost Idealism — a memoir by a former Facebook staffer, becomes a global success despite Meta's attempt to suppress sales
Israel Wullman | 08:16 | 03.26.25
אפליקציית סיגנל
Signal, the app that caused a storm in the White House
Signal’s touted encryption and privacy features face scrutiny after a simple group chat error exposed classified U.S. military plans, revealing critical gaps in secure communication protocols for sensitive government operations
Daniela Ginzburg | 21:15 | 03.25.25
סוני
Israeli chutzpah and Japanese perfectionism: Sony Israel's success story
Sony Semiconductor Israel develops groundbreaking chips for smart devices while maintaining Israeli leadership under Japanese management and overcoming cultural challenges
Israel Wullman | 13:26 | 03.22.25
ChatGPT
Have we lost control of AI? The study that shook OpenAI researchers
Researchers at OpenAI hope to monitor and control the reasoning processes of their advanced AI models, however, new findings reveal a troubling reality: as AI systems become more sophisticated, they are also becoming harder to restrain from acting unpredictably
Tal Shahaf | 19:14 | 03.21.25
Sholomo, Omri, Nir
Meet the Israeli cyber investors cashing in on Google’s $32B Wiz deal
Historic acquisition set to benefit top Israeli cyber investors, including Nir Zuk, Shlomo Kramer and Miki Boodaei; all three also backed Gili Raanan’s CyberStarts fund, one of Wiz’s earliest investors, positioning them for major returns
Sophie Shulman, Meir Orbach, Calcalist | 21:34 | 03.19.25
מייסדי קלע: עמר בר אילן, אלון דרור, חמוטל מרידור וג'ייסון מני
War showed investors superiority of Kela technology, founder says
After tech firm secures $39 million in funding founder, president says the company aims to sell exclusively to democracies; Kela leadership says their military and defense experience increased investor confidence  
Tal Shahaf | 09:32 | 03.19.25
מייסדי Wiz. גייסו מיליארד דולר השנה
Why did Google pay $32 billion for Wiz? Behind the tech giant's biggest buy ever
Google plans to fold Wiz’s cloud security platform into a new cybersecurity division, enhancing AI-driven infrastructure and protecting sensitive data; Israeli startup’s seamless tech positions Google to compete directly with Microsoft
Raphael Kahan | 02:28 | 03.19.25
הרמס 900
War means revenue: Elbit’s defense sales surge to nearly $7B amid European rearmament
Israeli defense contractor Q4 revenue up 19% and order backlog rises by $5 billion; with strong demand in Europe due to perceived Russian aggression and IDF operations in Gaza, profits soar 30%, reaching $400 million in 2024
Navit Zomer | 22:05 | 03.18.25
ייסדי וויז - מימין: מייסד שותף וסמנכ״ל מחקר ופיתוח, רועי רזניק; מייסד שותף וסמנכ״ל טכנולוגיה, עמי לוטבק; מייסד שותף והמנכ״ל, אסף רפפורט; מייסד שותף וסמנכ״ל מוצר, ינון קוסטיקה
Google parent company to acquire Wiz for $33 billion in biggest exit in Israeli high-tech history
Eight months after talks collapsed, Alphabet to acquire Israeli company in its largest deal ever; firm will remain independent in Israel, with founders set to pocket $2-3B; its 1,800 employees will receive sale and retention grants worth millions
Israel Wullman | 13:54 | 03.18.25
אליעזר יודקובסקי
The prophet of Silicon Valley doom: 'We must stop, we are not ready for AI'
Eliezer Yudkowsky, a pioneer in AI research, called for halting AI development before it's too late; according to him, humanity lacks the ability to control technology that will eventually surpass human intelligence; 'It can evolve beyond our control'
Amir Bogen | 23:06 | 03.17.25
מייסדי Wiz. גייסו מיליארד דולר השנה
Google's parent Alphabet in advanced talks to acquire Wiz for $30 billion
Israeli cybersecurity firm Wiz could be acquired soon , the Wall Street Journal reports; comes nearly a year after the two companies came close to signing a $23 billion deal
News Agencies | 22:52 | 03.17.25
CIA אילוס אילוסטרציה
CIA invests in secretive Israeli defense-tech firm
Kela Technologies steps out of the shadow to reveal its open platform, enabling militaries to embed new civilian technologies into their systems; the company that was founded after the Oct. 7 massacre says technology to streamline decision making in battlefield  
Sophie Shulman, Calcalist | 11:33 | 03.17.25
אב-טיפוס של הרובוט של טסלה
Humanoid robots with advanced AI set to revolutionize industries
Robots to mimic human behavior, navigate environments, and perform complex tasks; Israeli company Mentee Robotics unveils its latest robot, MenteeBot 3.0, to compete in the rapidly growing global robotics market 
Tal Shahaf | 09:06 | 03.17.25
הרב יצחק קסלמן
Ultra-Orthodox rabbi becomes a Microsoft corporate vice president: 'There were challenges and stigmas, of course'
Rabbi Yitzhak Kesselman, who grew up in a mixed Jewish-Arab neighborhood in Ramla, will lead the real-time data analytics division, managing around 400 employees;  'I've never seen a conflict between my work and my faith'       
Israel Wolman | 18:57 | 03.16.25
Espionage, targets and a scandal: How a former Israeli prime minister's cyber firm got into trouble
After NSO, another Israeli cyber firm faces allegations of spyware abuse, targeting journalists and human rights activists; How did Paragon, founded by Ehud Barak, land in trouble despite pledging to avoid NSO’s mistakes—and can it escape the fallout?
Tal Shahaf | 22:13 | 03.15.25
השבב הקוונטי של QuamCore
Israeli startup QuamCore claims breakthrough in scaling quantum computers
Company comes to light with a scalable quantum processor design, integrating control systems directly into cryogenic chambers and securing $9M to advance its million-qubit vision 
Tal Shahaf | 22:27 | 03.12.25
מנכ"ל אנבידיה, ג'נסן הואנג, עם כרטיס המסך RTX 5090
RTX 5000 series redefines gaming with AI focus
Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 5000 GPUs push AI-powered features like DLSS 4 to the forefront, offering enhanced frame rates and resolution upscaling, but limited improvements in traditional processing leave gamers questioning the trade-offs 
Denis Vitchevsky | 19:43 | 03.12.25
מרק שטרוהל עם חיילי צה״ל בכותל
After lawsuit settlement, LinkedIn restores pro-Israel account it had suspended
LinkedIn reinstated Marc J. Strohl’s pro-Israel account - suspended after he reported antisemitic posts - after a lawsuit but faces growing criticism over alleged selective enforcement against Jewish and pro-Israel users; More suspensions are under legal review, with potential action against Microsoft
Daniel Edelson, New York | 23:48 | 03.11.25
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