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Israeli launches spy satellite into space

Defense Ministry and Israel Aerospace Industries successfully send Ofek 13 into orbit from a testing ground in central Israel

Yoav Zitun | 08:44 | 03.29.23

Digital SIM cards takeover underway, and Israel is hopping on the bandwagon

With the release of the iPhone 14 last year, Apple triggered a global switch from physical SIM card slots to an integrated eSIM, and all operators are expected to support the technology by 2024

Israel Wullman | 18:04 | 03.28.23

Israeli computer pioneer passes away just weeks after famed research partner

Prof. Jacob Ziv, together with the late Prof. Abraham Lempel, helped pave the way for widely used technologies such as MP3, PDF and ZIP, leaving behind a legacy of innovation

Yuval Mann | 22:20 | 03.26.23

Israeli researchers develop hybrid micro-robot that can capture targeted damaged cells

The tiny robot, only 10 microns across, is able to navigate within a biological sample, identify different types of cells, capture them selectively, and transport them for further analysis

Nitzi Yakov | 16:37 | 03.26.23

Why is the U.S. so afraid of TikTok?

Washington sets ultimatum to Chinese owners before banning app as West deliberates more pressing action against TikTok's data collection policies

Oshrit Gan-El | 14:10 | 03.23.23

TikTok says U.S. threatens ban if Chinese owners don't sell stakes

Any U.S. ban would face significant legal hurdles and potential political ramifications, since TikTok is popular with millions of young Americans; 'If protecting national security is the objective, divestment doesn't solve the problem,' says TikTok spokesperson

Reuters | 19:27 | 03.16.23

Israeli Intel staff uncover critical world-wide cyber security weakness

Experts say computers made by eight of the world's leading producers have all been contaminated with a breach that can allow a hacker to assume complete control of the system

Raphael Kahan | 19:34 | 03.15.23

Swarming robots could save lives with Israeli engineering innovation

Operating without any central control, robot swarms are expected to have an impact on disaster response, marine and space exploration, construction, military technology, and other tasks too dangerous for humans

TPS | 21:47 | 03.13.23

Robots could be new hardware of start-up nation, Israeli experts say

Prof. Zvi Shiller says advancements in robotics technology could very soon improve every aspect of our lives, if increased manpower and investment can be found

The Media Line | 09:09 | 03.10.23

Israeli web app gives a face to AI chatbots

Aiming to one day replace humans in customer and tech support roles, chat.D-ID lets users converse with an avatar named 'Alice', with a whole host of other characters and customization options coming down the pike

Raphael Kahan | 22:43 | 03.07.23

The Israeli app making its way to Volkswagen cars

Mappo is an AI-powered voice-based software that integrates cultural landmarks, songs, movies, and podcasts into the car's navigation system

Israel Wullman | 18:49 | 03.06.23

Creators of Western Wall NFTs arrested for alleged tax evasion

Suspects facing charges of tax evasion and money laundering after allegedly failing to report $2.2 million in sales throughout 2021

Gad Lior | 12:43 | 03.02.23

NASA to launch Israel’s first space telescope in 2026

ULTRASAT telescope will investigate secrets of short-duration cosmic events, such as supernova explosions and mergers of neutron stars

Ynet | 10:59 | 02.22.23

Israel opts out of global regulatory agreement on AI in 'military domain'

U.S., China, and Jordan are among signatories of REAIM 2023 Call to Action, committed to use AI in the military domain only 'in a way that does not undermine international security, stability and accountability'

Daniel Edelson | 15:30 | 02.19.23

New Israeli restaurant app offers 'personalized culinary experience'

Have you ever tried a new restaurant only to be sorely disappointed? Dishare app, co-founded by former Israeli army combat officer Bar Reuven, vows to eliminate this problem, claiming to be to food 'what Netflix is to TV'

Hadassah Bay | 14:08 | 02.18.23

Israel can defend against UFOs like those shot down over North America

Missile defense experts say they are ‘intrigued’ by strange cylindrical objects shot down by U.S. fighter jets in recent days; 'Israel learns from every event, especially in view of the impact it has on its national security,' says one expert

The Media Line | 13:42 | 02.17.23

Israeli officer reveals how AI is being utilized in fight against terror

Speaking at Tel Aviv University AI week, Colonel Yoav shares how IDF's Intelligence Corps is able identify hostile activity by Hamas and Islamic Jihad in Gaza, and how those capabilities will continue keeping Israel safe in the future

Yuval Mann | 12:57 | 02.14.23

Leading Israeli research institute falls prey to cyberattack

In ransom note littered with anti-Israel rhetoric, hackers threaten to leak Technion’s data online if demands not met within five days

Roei Hahn, Yuval Mann | 16:02 | 02.12.23

Israel’s Elbit Systems help rescue forces in Turkey with mobile app

Using SYNCH, an app that centralizes all forms of communication into a combination of a walkie-talkie, teams at the disaster zone can transmit voice messages, photos and live video from the field as well as send updates to control centers

Matthias Inbar/i24NEWS | 14:15 | 02.09.23

Israeli grandfather of MP3 passes away at 86

Prof. Abraham Lempel's groundbreaking work in the field of data compression helped pioneer technologies widely popular to this day; 'few are the researchers whose work has had such a broad impact on technological progress and our daily lives'

Ynet | 15:41 | 02.06.23

Israeli scientists develop sniffing robot with locust antennae

Developers say the future applications of the robot could extend to include detection of drugs, explosives, and even food safety

Reuters | 11:08 | 02.06.23

Drone pilots from five countries and Israel pose in front of a Hermes-450

Israeli drones use free-falling bombs, can carry up to a ton

Such bombs would not have propulsion systems that generate the tell-tale noise and smoke of fuel afterburners; when an armed drone attacks 'no one will hear it, no one will see it coming,' says IDF officer

Reuters | 10:42 | 02.02.23

Israeli startup extends shelf life of fresh produce, tackles food waste

Microbiome Pro uses a natural, probiotic solution to prevent spoilage and extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables by up to 100%; company aims to reduce the amount of annual fresh produce that goes to waste globally

Donny Fuchs | 17:30 | 01.26.23

Israeli kids lead the world in time spent playing video games, study finds

Around 65% of Israeli kids report playing more than five times a week, compared to international average of 50%; Israeli students also rank seventh in social media use

Tamar Trabelsi-Hadad | 13:39 | 01.26.23

Israel's Elbit to supply anti-missile systems to NATO planes

The five-year deal also includes the establishment of a service center, which is likely to service European countries, including France and UK

i24NEWS | 15:01 | 01.25.23

מימין לשמאל: פרופ' יואב שוהם, אורי גושן, פרופ' אמנון שעשוע

Israeli answer to ChatGPT will spruce up your English writing

AI21's new feature Spices is designed to inspire and embellish users' writing; 'we focus on empowering the writer rather than replacing them,' CEO says

Yuval Mann | 23:11 | 01.17.23

Israeli scientists create robot that ‘smells’ using biological sensor

Tel Aviv University researchers say the robot uses a specialized biological sensor to detect certain smells, which could prove useful in early detection of diseases before they progress or explosives before they detonate

i24NEWS | 14:19 | 01.17.23

Gizzmo: Game-changing platform for online publishers

In the ever-evolving digital landscape, online publishers are constantly on the lookout for new ways to monetize their content; one startup is making waves in the industry with their innovative approach to content monetization

In partnership with Gizzmo | 15:45 | 01.12.23

Israeli bio-tech company signs agreement with Mexico

As part of the collaboration, Illumigyn will supply Mexico with unique gynecological imaging systems developed by the company, considered to be highly advanced

Ynet | 15:25 | 01.11.23

Israeli technology aims to save bees from a deadly parasite

ToBe says thanks to their device honey production increased by 30%, bee mortality caused by the Varroa destructor - a parasite with possibly the most pronounced economic impact on the beekeeping industry - drops

Ynet | 11:58 | 01.09.23

Israelis spend 12.4 hours daily looking at their screens, report says

According to Bezeq internet provider, people in Israel use their phones less for studying and more for scrolling through social media and playing video games

Roei Hahn | 19:00 | 01.02.23

SpaceX launches Israeli Earth-imaging satellite EROS C-3 into space

Advanced observation satellite from Israel-based remote sensing company ImageSat International (ISI) will be used for military intelligence and security purposes

i24NEWS | 11:06 | 12.30.22

Google removes antisemitic definition of term 'Jew'

Online users who typed in the term ‘Jew’ in the popular search engine were shocked to find it returns an old offensive trope; company takes down definition

Itamar Eichner | 23:31 | 12.27.22

Israel aims to pump desalinated water into Sea of Galilee

Project, meant to transfer water through a desalination mechanism from the Mediterranean to Israel's only freshwater lake, seeks to aid agriculture as well as Israel's international commitment to Jordan

Noa Fisher | 16:03 | 12.27.22

Israeli company to produce drought-resistant plants from Dead Sea genes

Company already has six patents to improve properties of plants, make them more productive or resistant to insects; the product, developed in collaboration Gadot Agro company, should be in markets within two years

i24NEWS | 12:11 | 12.26.22

Israeli startup turning garbage into 'gold'

TripleW creats a way to compost biological material - in this case, food waste - by extracting biological compounds and then purifying them into useable plastics; company also has an industrial-scale factory in Europe, which processes tons of garbage

i24NEWS | 21:49 | 12.25.22

Israeli startup makes inroads with personal flying vehicle

New electric aircraft will be able to fly two people as far as 100 miles on a single charge, with the company hoping commercial use could begin as early as 2024

Reuters | 14:42 | 12.21.22

Israeli company reveals locally-manufactured electric car

First-ever electric car designed from a woman's perspective will have a 'central brain' which will automatically recognize driver's profile and enable efficient use of time spent in vehicle for better, safe and less expensive driving experience

Miri Nevo | 19:24 | 12.18.22

Apple to add features to Israeli version of Apple Maps

New update to make navigation easier with details on roads, landmarks in 3D with features available in other markets; will include public transport for planning, speed limits and other information

Oshrit Gan-El | 20:42 | 12.15.22

Israel’s AI sector falling behind due to political instability, experts

Government funds for industry fail to arrive or come only in part due to the budgetary issues caused by political stalemate, already affected Israel’s cloud-computing capabilities and academic research

The Media Line | 11:36 | 12.13.22

Israeli VR company set on competing with world's tech giants

With TV show Westworld serving as his inspiration, realvr.ai CEO Ofer Baharav is working on VR interfaces that might give Apple and Microsoft some stiff competition over who will control the virtual world over next few decades

Yuval Mann | 13:03 | 12.11.22

Despite blacklisting NSO, U.S. said to use other Israeli-made spyware

New York Times reports Biden administration allows DEA to deploy tool called Graphite, made by Israeli firm Paragon, which can invade mobile phones and harvest data from the cloud, leaving almost no trace behind

Dennis Bihler | 22:47 | 12.08.22

Flawed cybersecurity leaves Israel vulnerable to attacks, state comptroller says

Report finds outdated privacy protocols and inadequate cybersecurity infrastructure in crucial fields expose sensitive data to leaks by hackers

Yaron Drukman | 20:14 | 12.06.22

Israeli flag in space as NASA shoots for the moon

Space agency posts photos of mannequins sporting Israeli, German, and U.S. flags onboard test flight for spacecraft’s systems for future crewed mission

Yaron Drukman | 22:58 | 11.28.22

Report domestic violence discreetly through Ynet

The butterfly button allows people to discretely report cases of domestic violence without being traced or the need to identify, including offenders seeking help without judgement or sanction; professionals on hand to assist 24/7

Ynet | 11:47 | 11.28.22

Hackers leak personal data of over 100,000 Israelis

New hacker group BlackMagic lays hands on databases of Israeli companies and civilians and puts them up for sale

Roei Hahn | 21:31 | 11.27.22

Google Doodle celebrates Israeli actress Ronit Elkabetz

'The doodle we are publishing today in Israel and France is a reminder of Ronit’s courage and legacy as an artist who wrote, directed and played the struggle of women for freedom and equality,' Google Israel says

Ynet | 15:28 | 11.27.22

Israeli launches new social media platform with no room for haters

Noam Bardin former Waze CEO, says new Post platform to engage users in new ways once all features are implemented; says racists, antisemites, homophobes and misogynists not welcome; tens of thousands already on waiting list

Yuval Man | 21:11 | 11.21.22

Israel's DeserTech to help African countries adapt to climate change

Project aims to rehabilitate acres of degraded land across Africa based on testing done in Israel's desert, which has similar climate conditions

i24NEWS | 10:09 | 11.13.22

World's top gaming stars coming to Israel for one-of-its-kind tournament

Foreign Ministry says the e-Sports competition will feature representatives from many countries, including those part of the Abraham Accords, and $500,000 will be invested in staging and promoting the championship

Itamar Eichner | 14:45 | 11.08.22

Israel to start self-driving public bus pilot program

Pilot will be done in two stages, with four public transport companies, with the goal of examining the viability of integrating autonomous vehicles into Israel's public transport system

Reuters, i24NEWS | 14:10 | 11.08.22

Israel facing a decline in number of startups

According to Start-Up Nation Policy Institute, only 417 new startups were founded in Israel in 2021, raising concerns country's booming high-tech sector could be slowing down

i24NEWS | 11:07 | 10.27.22

Google University: Tech giant to open high-tech course at Israeli college

Reichman University school, funded mostly by tech-giant, to offer training to non-represented sectors of Israeli society, including Arabs and ultra-Orthodox Jews, as well as the Ethiopian community in Israel

Roy Katz | 11:27 | 10.24.22

Israel develops tool to gauge pilot fatigue in voice

Afeka College of Engineering says preliminary stage of development shows positive results in joint research with IDF air force for pilots exposed to low oxygen pressure, high speed, difficulty in spatial orientation, and situations of cognitive overloads

Oshrit Gan El | 18:55 | 10.23.22

A dish containing a 3D printed plant-based meat product mimicking beef

Israel's Redefine Meat strikes deal to boost 3D-printed meat sales in Europe

Co-founder and Chief Executive Eshchar Ben-Shitrit says the fact that their products are now sold by Giraudi Meats shows they are not compromising veganism; Israeli start-up raised $170 million in financing round this year

Reuters | 12:28 | 10.13.22

IDF makes strides in space tech race with new satellites

Satellites generating pictures of any point in the world within minutes are to be added to the already rich array of advanced technology in IDF's possession; 'Foreign militaries cannot believe our missions are carried out by 19-year-old soldiers,' says official

Yoav Zitun | 19:27 | 10.10.22

Made in Israel: World's first ever electric car 'built for women'

OSR Enterprises, headed by Petah-Tivka-born CEO Orit Shifman, say they are developing economically sustainable technology for managing vehicle systems and 'use feminine abilities to cope with complex problems'

Udi Etzion | 08:52 | 09.30.22

טיסת הבכורה של המטוס חשמלי אליס של חברת EVIATION

Israeli developed electric plane takes off

Brain child of Israeli engineers, Elis said to be able to fly 830 km (515 miles) at speeds of up to 460 kmph (286 miles per hour), sufficient for most local U.S. flights with maintenance costs expected to be lower than existing aircraft

Udi Ezion | 15:06 | 09.28.22

The eye is the screen: Israeli startup develops smart glasses to replace smartphones

Modi’in-based EyeJets says its EyeVis will replace smartphones soon; unlike Google Glass, the Israeli innovative new startup product projects images directly onto the retina of the eye

The Media Line | 09:19 | 09.23.22

Meta discriminated against Palestinians in May 2021 war, report finds

After backlash on over- and under-enforcement of Arabic content, consultants asked to conduct thorough examination of Meta's 'human rights impact on the rights of Palestinian users'

Oshrit Gan-El, Hadas Bar-Ad | 14:56 | 09.22.22

Tech & Science

Israeli launches spy satellite into space

Yoav Zitun

Digital SIM cards takeover underway, and Israel is hopping on the bandwagon

Israel Wullman

Israeli computer pioneer passes away just weeks after famed research partner

Yuval Mann

Israeli researchers develop hybrid micro-robot that can capture targeted damaged cells

Nitzi Yakov

Why is the U.S. so afraid of TikTok?

Oshrit Gan-El

TikTok says U.S. threatens ban if Chinese owners don't sell stakes

Reuters

Israeli Intel staff uncover critical world-wide cyber security weakness

Raphael Kahan

Swarming robots could save lives with Israeli engineering innovation

TPS

Robots could be new hardware of start-up nation, Israeli experts say

The Media Line

Israeli web app gives a face to AI chatbots

Raphael Kahan

The Israeli app making its way to Volkswagen cars

Israel Wullman

Creators of Western Wall NFTs arrested for alleged tax evasion

Gad Lior

NASA to launch Israel’s first space telescope in 2026

Ynet

Israel opts out of global regulatory agreement on AI in 'military domain'

Daniel Edelson

New Israeli restaurant app offers 'personalized culinary experience'

Hadassah Bay

Israel can defend against UFOs like those shot down over North America

The Media Line

Israeli officer reveals how AI is being utilized in fight against terror

Yuval Mann

Leading Israeli research institute falls prey to cyberattack

Roei Hahn, Yuval Mann

Israel’s Elbit Systems help rescue forces in Turkey with mobile app

Matthias Inbar/i24NEWS

Israeli grandfather of MP3 passes away at 86

Ynet

Israeli scientists develop sniffing robot with locust antennae

Reuters

Israeli drones use free-falling bombs, can carry up to a ton

Reuters

Israeli startup extends shelf life of fresh produce, tackles food waste

Donny Fuchs

Israeli kids lead the world in time spent playing video games, study finds

Tamar Trabelsi-Hadad

Israel's Elbit to supply anti-missile systems to NATO planes

i24NEWS

Israeli answer to ChatGPT will spruce up your English writing

Yuval Mann

Israeli scientists create robot that ‘smells’ using biological sensor

i24NEWS

Gizzmo: Game-changing platform for online publishers

In partnership with Gizzmo

Israeli bio-tech company signs agreement with Mexico

Ynet

Israeli technology aims to save bees from a deadly parasite

Ynet

Israelis spend 12.4 hours daily looking at their screens, report says

Roei Hahn

SpaceX launches Israeli Earth-imaging satellite EROS C-3 into space

i24NEWS

Google removes antisemitic definition of term 'Jew'

Itamar Eichner

Israel aims to pump desalinated water into Sea of Galilee

Noa Fisher

Israeli company to produce drought-resistant plants from Dead Sea genes

i24NEWS

Israeli startup turning garbage into 'gold'

i24NEWS

Israeli startup makes inroads with personal flying vehicle

Reuters

Israeli company reveals locally-manufactured electric car

Miri Nevo

Apple to add features to Israeli version of Apple Maps

Oshrit Gan-El

Israel’s AI sector falling behind due to political instability, experts

The Media Line

Israeli VR company set on competing with world's tech giants

Yuval Mann

Despite blacklisting NSO, U.S. said to use other Israeli-made spyware

Dennis Bihler

Flawed cybersecurity leaves Israel vulnerable to attacks, state comptroller says

Yaron Drukman

Israeli flag in space as NASA shoots for the moon

Yaron Drukman

Report domestic violence discreetly through Ynet

Ynet

Hackers leak personal data of over 100,000 Israelis

Roei Hahn

Google Doodle celebrates Israeli actress Ronit Elkabetz

Ynet

Israeli launches new social media platform with no room for haters

Yuval Man

Israel's DeserTech to help African countries adapt to climate change

i24NEWS

World's top gaming stars coming to Israel for one-of-its-kind tournament

Itamar Eichner

Israel to start self-driving public bus pilot program

Reuters, i24NEWS

Israel facing a decline in number of startups

i24NEWS

Google University: Tech giant to open high-tech course at Israeli college

Roy Katz

Israel develops tool to gauge pilot fatigue in voice

Oshrit Gan El

Israel's Redefine Meat strikes deal to boost 3D-printed meat sales in Europe

Reuters

IDF makes strides in space tech race with new satellites

Yoav Zitun

Made in Israel: World's first ever electric car 'built for women'

Udi Etzion

Israeli developed electric plane takes off

Udi Ezion

The eye is the screen: Israeli startup develops smart glasses to replace smartphones

The Media Line

Meta discriminated against Palestinians in May 2021 war, report finds

Oshrit Gan-El, Hadas Bar-Ad