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Iranian hackers swipe data of thousands of Israeli college students
Thousands of IDs, credit cards and other documents stolen through long-unaddressed breach in college IT systems; security company claims vulnerability patched up two years ago
Raphael Kahan
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14:51 | 03.17.24
Intel's Israeli arm conquers all goals amid a war-infused reality
New Intel Israel CEOs navigate tough reality with multi-billion facility in the work while meeting targets during wartime despite reservist call-ups, focusing on demonstrating efficacy to global headquarters under challenging conditions
Israel Wullman
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13:10 | 03.17.24
Self-driving cars clear another hurdle on way to approval in Israel
Cross-ministerial team reviews legality of autonomous vehicle use in Israel, advising to keep current law as is, also proposing potentially requiring insurance for firms running driverless systems
Yoel Schwartz
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09:37 | 03.17.24
Shekel-pegged digital currency hits the market, but it's VIP only
Bits of Gold launches pilot for stablecoin pegged to shekel, not open to speculative trading and yield-free; it will be issued solely based on demand, exclusively for predefined clients
Vicky Auslander, Calcalist
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17:30 | 03.16.24
IDF expands use of artificial intelligence in Gaza war against Hamas
IDF develops systems that prioritize the evacuation of wounded from the battlefield, reduce crossfire, and aid in the detection of Hamas leaders or captives; The Gaza war presents an opportunity for the military to utilize AI on the battlefield, with real successes on the ground
Yoav Zitun
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09:44 | 03.16.24
Chatbot hallucinations: explained, examined and solved
Imagine asking a chatbot for help, only to find that its answer is inaccurate, even fabricated; this isn’t just a hypothetical scenario, it’s a reality that highlights the need to address the phenomenon of chatbot hallucinations
Niv Hertz
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13:33 | 03.14.24
Bad romance: GPS jamming has Israeli, Lebanese dating app users matching
Dating apps mistakenly matching Israeli and Lebanese users, a possible side effect of IDF GPS disruptions amid Hezbollah attacks
Raphael Kahan
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14:36 | 03.13.24
'Like a baby boom after wars, there will be a change for the better in the hi-tech industry as well'
Conflict stimulates ideas, fostering innovation of technology, and tech advancements are here for the long haul; Dr. Avi Hasson, Founder of the Innovation Authority and presently the CEO of 'Startup Nation Central', is the driving force behind a report that presents an unexpectedly positive outlook on the future of Israel's high-tech sector
Israel Wullman
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19:38 | 03.09.24
Israeli cyber experts warn that Israel is not ready for a cyber Oct. 7
The founders of the 'Armis' company, Nadir Izrael and Yevgeny Dibrov share about their rise to greatness with a multi-billion worth company as well as the cybersecurity situation in the Middle East and the world due to hostile cyber threats from countries like Iran and Russia
Israel Wullman
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08:51 | 03.09.24
Israel is unprepared for a cyber strike like the October 7 massacre
Cyber security company founder says AI increases risks of cyber attacks on unprecedented scale and if one such strike is launched Israel it could leave Israel defenseless even against missiles
Israel Wullman
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22:41 | 03.07.24
US imposes sanctions on former senior IDF officer over spyware sales to dictators
Col. Tal Dilian heads the Intellexa Consortium, which distributed the Predator spyware worldwide, which was used by foreign countries for surveillance against US government officials and journalists
Itamar Eichner
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21:22 | 03.05.24
Facebook, Instagram down worldwide for 90 minutes
The social media networks malfunctioned in Israel and around the world - both the apps and the websites; Facebook's internal systems also collapsed
Yaron Drukman, Raphael Kahan
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19:36 | 03.05.24
Automatic shopping carts will guide you through the supermarket
AI technology developed by Israeli startup Catch is currently undergoing testing in the Tiv Taam chain and the renowned German supermarket chain REWE; Catch's software enables users to scan their shopping lists, including handwritten ones, and the digital cart will then guide them directly to the specified products
Israel Wullman
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11:44 | 03.04.24
‘Even after the IDF finishes in Gaza, Iron Dome will still be deployed; we’ll live by the sword for some time yet’
In his retirement interview, outgoing Rafael CEO Yoav Har-Even explains why demand for Israeli arms is soaring despite October 7 blunders, discusses how laser interception will revolutionize warfare and outlines his vision for the future battlefield
Navit Zomer
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23:32 | 03.02.24
Xiaomi introduces first car: Here's everything you need to know
The Chinese telecommunications giant unveiled its first car, the Xiaomi SU7, at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona; imports to Israel are predicted to start in 2025
Noam Rhein
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20:08 | 03.01.24
The phones that conquered the world: bestselling smartphones of 2023
Apple focuses its production on the premium market, ceding more affordable segments to its competitors, as company secures top 7 out of 10 spots in global market share
Raphael Kahan
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15:46 | 02.29.24
Meet the robot valet at Tel Aviv's first automated public lot
City to unveil first public parking facility equipped with automated parking technology where cars would be left at an elevator and transported by a mechanical device to a subterranean parking area; with just the press of a button, the car is returned to its owner
Lior Ohana
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10:07 | 02.29.24
With winter's end, McLaren introduces a new hybrid convertible
McLaren unveiled a Spider version of the Artura, promising the dynamic quality of a closed-top car and enhanced performance for the propulsion system; Here's everything you need to know
Nir Ben Zaken
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19:25 | 02.28.24
'I don't want to imagine what Oct. 7 would have looked like without air defense systems'
Anat has been leading the launch and interceptor system project for David’s Sling at Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, where she has worked for two decades; she shares insights into the evolving operational landscape post-October 7 and the emerging threats the system is gearing up to combat
Yuval Azulay
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18:43 | 02.28.24
Iranian cyber unit targets Israel's defense, aviation sectors, report says
Google study finds Revolutionary Guards-affiliated group gathered information that 'could be exploited for espionage purposes and potentially for offensive operations'
Raphael Kahan
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10:01 | 02.28.24
Israeli high-tech exports drop amid war against Hamas
Sector still accounted for 77% of nation's exports in December despite negative effects of Israel-Hamas war
i24NEWS
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11:28 | 02.27.24
Is this what the future looks like? We tried out Apple's Vision Pro
Heavy and heating up like a 90s Motorola, even the saleswoman at the Apple store struggled to feign enthusiasm for it; Ynet correspondent is thrilled to experience an Alicia Keys concert in 3D, but happy to return to his trusty old iPhone
Daniel Edelson, New York
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10:11 | 02.27.24
Israeli defense titan Elbit lands $600 million deal with Australian Armed Forces
Firm says will supply Australian army's Redback infantry fighting vehicles with advanced systems in 5-year deal
Navit Zomer
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15:32 | 02.26.24
Israel's Technion ranks No. 1 in Europe for submitting US patents
In 2023, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology had 48 patents sanctioned in the United States, which positioned the educational institution 65th globally and the leading university in all of Europe for number of patents
ynet correspondents
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15:20 | 02.26.24
X introduces video and audio calls for non-subscribers
Feature will be available for free to non-paying X users as Musk hints at challenger to dominance of Google's Gmail and Microsoft's Outlook
Raphael Kahan
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23:14 | 02.25.24
Israeli-developed foldable car could change urban driving
City Transformer has launched a prototype on Tel Aviv's roads, with production of an improved model underway and vehicles slated for a July release; however, the high price tag might make the innovative car less marketable
Noam Rhein
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09:59 | 02.25.24
Men of substance (abuse): how tech moguls drug their way through the day
From Steve Jobs through Elon Musk to Google's Sergey Brin, a pattern emerges linking top executives to illicit drug use, often starting with consumption of small doses to enhance creativity in the workplace and eventually leading to secretive drug parties, with senior Tesla and SpaceX managers reporting feeling pressured by owner Musk to join these parties, fearing for their professional futures if they refuse
Tzippy Shmilovitz, New York
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18:00 | 02.24.24
From Russia with hate: Online campaign working to foment Israeli division
Have you noticed a surge in hateful, homophobic, racial and derogatory comments in websites dealing with Israel? There's a reason for that; Through various online Russian groups, operation Doppelganger stokes as much division as possible in order to weaken Israeli society from within
Raphael Kahan
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00:21 | 02.23.24
AI generates cultural diversity, sparks outrage by rewriting history
Google tried to compensate for cultural biases and instructed its AI bot, Gemini, to maintain cultural and gender diversity; however, the result was that many images were historically inaccurate
Yuval Mann
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20:26 | 02.22.24
Smart glasses and phones slow reading and gait, Israeli research shows
Experts find walking and reading through smart glasses decreases walking speed by 20%, as well as walking stability and reading speed; participants reports higher mental load when reading with smart glasses
Yuval Mann
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13:54 | 02.21.24
International operation tales down dangerous Lockbit cybercrime gang
Law enforcement from 11 countries join in operation against cybergang collecting $120 million in ransom; Israel cyber authority published updated manual outlining tactics used in cyberattacks and the means of defense against them
Reuters, Yuval Mann
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20:43 | 02.20.24
Israeli research reveals ChatGPT weak spots, saves millions from being hacked
Exclusive: Vulnerabilities revealed by Israeli researcher could have affected millions of users of the world's most popular AI service, allowing attackers to gain full access to any account on the AI platform; The OpenAI company took care of it and now there is no such danger
Raphael Kahan
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23:46 | 02.19.24
Changing direction: Ford's electric revolution will be smaller than anticipated
Senior Ford executives concerned about strategic threat posed by Chinese manufacturers and declare change to their electric ambitions
Noam Rhein
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14:15 | 02.19.24
Your hunch was right: modern cars less reliable, survey finds
Major dependability survey confirms: tech-loaded new cars face more issues than older models; where do EVs rank? What’s the world's most reliable car brand?
Yoel Schwartz
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22:31 | 02.16.24
Terrorists paid X for blue check, report finds
Nasrallah, the Houthis and other terrorist organizations paid for premium X accounts that gave them verification marks, increased exposure and access to advanced features, according to the Tech Transparency Project, an alleged violation of American sanctions; X removed some of the verification marks
Yuval Mann
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19:04 | 02.15.24
Israeli scientists pioneer method to prolong produce freshness using sound waves
Researchers at Bar-Ilan University say the method creates a coating of nanoparticles from the chemical compound chitosan, protecting the strawberries with antibacterial properties and extending their shelf life by 15 days
Ynetnews
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16:55 | 02.15.24
When the 'keyboard Mujahideen' discovered AI
Foreign Israel critics use advancements in AI, including ChatGPT, to misrepresent their actions through Hebrew translations; addressing this requires international laws to make AI developers accountable
Dr. Tehilla Shwartz-Altshuler, Inbar Yasur
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14:49 | 02.15.24
Iran's cyber blitz on Israel, US packs limited punch, Google study reveals
Google's cybersecurity firm Mandiant says Iran, Hamas cyber activities reviewed over 6 months confirm Tehran's minimal interest in supporting Hamas in Gaza war
Ynetnews
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11:42 | 02.15.24
Elon Musk's Starlink is coming to Israel, Gaza
Minister Shlomo Karhi approves the licensing of satellite internet service in Israel; will ensure internet connectivity in critical infrastructure even in situations where wired and cellular communications experience disruptions or malfunctions
Yuval Mann, Reuters
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22:05 | 02.14.24
Meta moves to reduce promotion of political content across its platforms
Meta intends to cease the promotion of political or social content across its platforms, including Facebook, Instagram and Threads, which means content from political creators, journalists, social activists or politicians will no longer be featured in the feeds of users who are not following these accounts
Raphael Kahan
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21:37 | 02.11.24
Revolutionary liquid metal RAM memory paves way for shapeless computing
Tsinghua University researchers in China create FlexRAM, an innovative liquid-based RAM that's flexible and damage-resistant, perfect for wearables, robots and medical implants
Raphael Kahan
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17:39 | 02.10.24
AI tested as a funding platform for terrorist agenda
Israeli research highlights the potential for AI exploitation in advancing terrorist agendas through propaganda, recruitment, fundraising and cyberattacks
The Media Line
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11:18 | 02.09.24
TikTok officials visit Israel: 'Won't allow support of Hamas on the platform'
Michael Beckerman and Theo Bertram say dedicated team working to combat inciting content and antisemitism, resulting in removal of over 150 million videos and 46,000 live broadcasts since October 7
Meirav Crystal
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23:44 | 02.08.24
Ethiopia set to be African electric car trailblazer
African nation says will only allow import of electric cars to combat pollution; although it lags behind in many indicators its emerging market makes strides thanks to foreign investments
Yoel Schwartz
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10:24 | 02.08.24
Microsoft: Iran's cyber army rallies behind Hamas after October 7 attack
New report by tech giant finds Iranian-aligned actors employ new technologies, such as AI, in marked surge in influence campaigns; no evidence of coordination between Tehran and Hamas during massacre itself
Raphael Kahan
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09:16 | 02.07.24
King David's foray into the future of facial recognition
A compact and efficient facial recognition system has been successfully tested on Michelangelo's renowned sculpture, marking a research breakthrough that opens the door to diverse applications of the technology across various industries
Yogev Israely
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23:02 | 02.05.24
Are Nokia phones about to disappear?
HMD Global plans to introduce a new product line under its own brand, leaving iconic brand’s future hanging in the air
Raphael Kahan
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18:57 | 02.05.24
Far-right platform 'Gab' bans Israelis from using site
Social media platform known for neo-Nazi users and antisemitic posts moves to block all Israeli IPs from service, suggesting they use a VPN
Itamar Eichner
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00:29 | 02.02.24
Israeli TikTok official resigns, citing pro-Palestinian bias
After informing TikTok management he believes it belittles Hamas atrocities, Barak Herscowitz decided to leave the company; 'In a time when our identity as Jews and Israelis is being threatened, it is crucial to focus on our priorities,' he said
Daniel Edelson, New York
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07:08 | 01.31.24
Oracle CEO: 'Only when I arrived in Israel for the first time after October 7, did I start smiling again'
Safra Catz, the US's top-earning female tech billionaire and one of the world’s brightest minds, remains optimistic about Israel's future; during her homeland visit, the Holon-born Oracle CEO discusses the Gaza war, halting Harvard donations over antisemitism and her proud Israeli teams who still achieve great success despite getting called up for reserve duty
Raanan Shaked
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21:23 | 01.27.24
Disaster brings Israeli AI breakthrough to identify the dead
Using machine learning, new method allows quick and accurate identification of victims in mass casualty events; Radiologists, led by Dr. Alon Krispin at the National Institute of Forensic Pathology, says volunteers work around the clock on most difficult cases; 'Some of the bodies were headless'
Ron Crissy
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13:18 | 01.26.24
Google introduces Lumiere - new text-to-video AI model mostly developed in Israel
The new Lumiere model was developed by Israeli and US teams which claim it's an improvement on the existing AI tools such as Runway and Pika; it remains unclear whether Google intends to release it to the public
Yuval Mann
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00:12 | 01.26.24
Israeli Silverfort cybersecurity firm raises $116 million to enhance online identity protection
The latest funding round, led by Brighton Park Capital, raised over $222 million for the company; With a focus on protecting user identities in organizations, the company plans to utilize the capital to expand its platform, hire more employees, and drive global sales growth
Meir Orbach
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15:00 | 01.25.24
Entrepreneur, founder of startup falls in Gaza
Sergeant Major (res.) Adam Bismut developed technology that would alert lifeguards of potential drowning hazards; tragically, he was among those who perished in Monday's fatal explosion in central Gaza
Elisha Ben Kimon
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23:13 | 01.24.24
How the sun set on SolarEdge after company lost billions in value
Leading Israeli green energy firm now sees a downturn with falling value and stock targets, exacerbated by excess inventory, leading to the layoff of hundreds of employees
Adiel Eithan Mustaki, Almog Ezer, Calcalist
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10:37 | 01.24.24
'I’m Jewish by association,' Elon Musk says at Auschwitz
Controversial tech billionaire lays wreath at former Nazi death camp, says social media would have made Holocaust impossible to hide
Itamar Eichner, Krakow
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02:22 | 01.23.24
Start-up nation? Israel's cyber defense collapsed on October 7 and Iranian hacker groups keep attacking
Since Hamas' attack, multiple Iran-affiliated hacker groups infiltrated databases containing thousands of highly sensitive files regarding Israeli soldiers, civilians and companies
Milan Czerny/Shomrim
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12:54 | 01.22.24
Iron beam, a laser-assisted rocket interception system, deployed near Gaza
Chairman of Rafael Weapons Systems, Yuval Steinitz, revealed the system for intercepting rockets using a laser, was deployed near Gaza - but it has not yet been used in actual operation; Despite its promise, Steinitz warns: 'it is far from being foolproof'
Ilana Curiel
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22:27 | 01.20.24
Stock plunging? Tesla worth more than next 7 largest automakers combined
Tesla continues to dwarf its global competitors, despite (or perhaps because) Elon Musk's whimsical nature, but that shouldn't suggest competition is completely absent; BYD, the Chinese car company, is making a name for itself, increasingly being viewed as mainstream by global car consumers
Yoel Schwartz
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20:22 | 01.20.24
Israel equips itself with satellite phones after October 7 massacre
After cellular networks were cut off by Hamas during their attack on October 7, wreaking confusion among soldiers and residents, Communications Ministry moves to equip communities close to the border with satellite phones
Yisrael Wolman
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19:24 | 01.19.24
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