Tech & Digital
רובוטים לוחמים
Bots over boots: the autonomous revolution redefining the battlefield
Recent wars have transformed autonomous systems from tech add-ons into operational necessities; defense leaders hail a leap forward as academics warn of legal and ethical limits
Elisha Ben Kimon | 20:18 | 02.17.26
אירוע הכרזת GPT-4o של OpenAI
Users mourn as OpenAI retires GPT-4o
Fans worldwide launch petitions and protests, saying the chatbot felt like a companion, not a tool, and demand access via API to keep their virtual relationships alive
Raphael Kahan | 19:07 | 02.16.26
הלוגו החדש של טוויטר
Users report global outage on Cloudflare, X, Monday.com and AWS
The incident is the latest in a series of high-profile service interruptions affecting major internet platforms; X experienced a similar outage in March 2025
ynet Global | 16:16 | 02.16.26
Meta panel at ynet Global Meetup
ynet Global meet up: Gen Z demands authenticity from influencers in the short-form era
At ynet Global meet up, in a discussion moderated by Meta Israel, creators said teens consume short-form video as a native language, detect inauthentic content instantly and expect emotion and meaning; platforms and influencers alike face mounting pressure to keep feeds engaging while safeguarding young users
ynet Global | 10:54 | 02.16.26
ECOVACS Winbot W2 Omni
Can window-cleaning robots repeat the floor robot success story?
Sales of window-cleaning robots jumped more than 30% in the past year, but high prices and hands-on use still limit the category; we tested two new models and asked experts whether Israelis are ready to embrace them
Shoshana Chen | 06:05 | 02.12.26
What’s Next in Israel Tech
The innovation narrative: how Israel is rewriting its global story through technology
Gerson Panitch turned Oct. 7 into 'What’s Next in Israel Tech,' a global platform about Israel’s resilience and ingenuity; as war and uncertainty shook investor confidence and challenged startup ecosystem, a new narrative emerged focused on solutions, impact, rebuilding trust
David Matlin | 18:16 | 02.11.26
מחשב העל israel-1
While the world burns electricity, Israel drives the AI ​​revolution
Global discourse focuses on large language models and energy-guzzling supercomputers, while Israel is building strength in the deep layers of AI; From infrastructure and chips to software, cyber and applications, this is where the strategic advantage lies that can determine the country's future status
Dror Bin, CEO of the Israel Innovation Authority | 11:22 | 02.11.26
פייק ניוז
Microsoft report warns teens struggle to spot deepfakes as AI use rises and digital safety fears grow
A global Microsoft survey ahead of Safer Internet Day finds only 25% of teens can identify AI-generated deepfakes, down sharply from last year, as most report growing exposure to online risks, scams and digital insecurity
Israel Wullman | 12:13 | 02.10.26
צוות אסטרה לאבס
Astera Labs opens Israel design center to boost AI connectivity development
The new R&D hub in Tel Aviv and Haifa will focus on next-generation AI fabrics and memory solutions, led by industry veterans Guy Azrad and Ido Bukspan
Dennis Bihler | 14:29 | 02.09.26
אפליקציית ווטסאפ מוצגת באייפון
WhatsApp takes on Zoom as voice and video calls to roll out on WhatsApp Web
At first, the feature will be limited to one-on-one chats and beta users, before rolling out more widely and giving Linux users and others full browser-based calling
Daniela Ginzburg | 14:21 | 02.09.26
מימין: אילון מאסק, ג'ף בזוס ומארק צוקרברג
$700 billion AI gambit: tech giants reshape global economy
Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Meta and Oracle set to spend unprecedented $700B on AI infrastructure by 2026, rivaling some nations' GDPs, as they race to dominate the future, fueling global chip shortages, labor shifts and economic bubble fears
Raphael Kahan | 06:28 | 02.09.26
אפסטור
Apple expands app removals as it braces for tighter global regulation
Under new rules, Apple can remove anonymous and random chat apps from the App Store without prior notice or a grace period, a move seen as preparation for intensifying global regulatory scrutiny over child safety and harmful content
Israel Wullman | 19:05 | 02.08.26
Dr. Shai Melcer
From sniffing cancer to printing organs: Biology and tech are colliding in Israel
Research released by the McKinsey Global Institute in 2020 found that biology-based innovations are expected to generate between $2 trillion and $4 trillion in direct economic impact in Israel between 2030 and 2040
Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 04:11 | 02.08.26
Quantum Machines team
Quantum Machines to open flagship hub at Illinois quantum park
Quantum control leader will launch a state-of-the-art research hub at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park, strengthening Chicago’s role in global quantum innovation and accelerating the development of fault-tolerant quantum computing systems
ynet Global | 04:30 | 02.06.26
Ramat Gan launches AI-powered pilot to make public transportation fully accessible
Ramat Gan redefines public transport accessibility with AI-powered pilot
Partnership with Israeli tech firm Step-Hear rolls out first-of-its-kind system on Bus Line 67, offering end-to-end independence for passengers with disabilities; city officials say project sets new national standard for accessible public services
ynet Global | 11:09 | 02.04.26
Israeli fintech Datarails rolls out AI tool to curb contract and subscription waste
The new tool uses AI to track contracts, flag duplicate subscriptions and help finance teams cut costs amid growing software and vendor spending
ynet Global | 03:50 | 02.04.26
אפסטור
Israeli mobile game developers stand to gain from global app-store reforms
Court rulings in the United States and Europe are reshaping mobile monetization, allowing Israeli game studios to bypass app-store fees, launch direct web shops and regain control over revenue, data and player relationships
ynet Global | 21:19 | 02.03.26
אילון מאסק
French authorities raid X offices in Paris, summon Musk in cyber sex crime probe
Prosecutors raid platform’s offices and move toward potential criminal charges against Musk and former CEO Linda Yaccarino over collapsed child‑safety reporting, deepfake AI abuses and dismantling of Trust & Safety safeguards
Raphael Kahan | 18:09 | 02.03.26
Dead but still on the clock: overworked Chinese programmer dies, his bosses kept messaging him
A 32-year-old tech worker’s family says he collapsed from overwork and died, yet his employer continued sending him task reminders, fueling outrage over China’s relentless tech work culture.
Daniela Ginzburg | 04:45 | 02.03.26
האם כך ייראה האייפון "פליפ"?
Next generation of iPhone: Apple considers flip-style design
Contrary to earlier reports, Apple is not limiting itself to a single foldable model and is also testing a compact, clamshell-style iPhone, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports, though the project remains at an early experimental stage with no launch date set
Israel Wullman | 17:47 | 02.02.26
AI agents given social network to manage — immediately turn it into a religion
Moltbook lets AI agents post and interact without human input; within hours, the agents formed a self-described religion called ‘Crustafarianism,’ built around lobster-inspired metaphors, with core beliefs and evolving texts
Daniela Ginzburg | 17:40 | 01.31.26
אמדוקס
‘If you can’t keep up with AI, you can’t work here’: high-tech’s new message in the artificial intelligence era
Amdocs is redefining AI not as a tool but as a skill that must be constantly trained, measured and maintained, as executives say employees are now expected to work as human-AI teams or risk falling behind in the new tech economy
Daniela Ginzburg | 15:24 | 01.31.26
הדמיה
How AI language models 'think': inside the hidden mechanics of ChatGPT and Gemini
Expert explains how large language models process information, store knowledge and make decisions, and why understanding their inner workings is becoming critical as AI plays a growing role in daily life
Dr. Mor Geva | 05:21 | 01.31.26
הפיתוח של חברת xTrodes הישראלית
The silent breakthrough: why Apple paid $1.5 billion for a secret Israeli startup
Apple has announced the acquisition of Israeli startup Q.ai, which developed technology that deciphers speech without sound, by reading micro-movements of the face and jaw, the system translates whispers and silent speech into words and commands
Israel Wullman | 20:19 | 01.30.26
עיר החלל החדשה במצפה רמון
Mitzpe Ramon launches Space City campus with Nvidia partnership
The new campus will host mission control rooms, Mars simulation labs and startup accelerators, with Nvidia joining as a partner in a 100 million shekel project
Israel Wullman | 15:24 | 01.29.26
האפליקציות של מטא
Meta plans paid features on Instagram and Facebook, including hidden story views
Meta said it will test new paid subscription options on Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp in coming months, alongside free use, offering features such as anonymous story viewing, advanced audience management tools and new AI capabilities
Daniela Ginzburg | 11:35 | 01.28.26
From right: Prof. Robert Klempfner, Adiel Am-Shalom and Prof. Ehud Schwammenthal, co-founders of AISAP
AI can detect heart disease from single ultrasound view, study shows
AISAP found that a deep learning model can identify valvular disease and ventricular dysfunction with high accuracy, potentially expanding rapid cardiac screening beyond specialized echo labs
ynet Global | 04:50 | 01.28.26
אתר חיזוי התקיפה האמריקאית על איראן Strikeradar
Israeli AI tool predicts likelihood of US strike on Iran in real time
Meet StrikeRadar, an AI tool built by an Israeli product manager that tracks flight cancellations and aircraft movements in real time to estimate the likelihood of military conflict, making strategic analysis publicly accessible
Raphael Kahan | 19:22 | 01.27.26
יאן לקון
AI pioneer warns China could outpace the West in the race for true intelligence
Former Meta chief AI scientist Yann LeCun says Silicon Valley chasing an illusion with giant language models while innovative Chinese firms quietly build smarter, more efficient systems that could reshape the global tech balance
Raphael Kahan | 18:28 | 01.27.26
שבב ה-AI החדש של מיקרוסופט
Microsoft rolls out next-generation AI chips, targets Nvidia’s software edge
Microsoft unveils its Maia 200 AI accelerator, promising triple the performance of rival chips and lower costs for Azure as it joins Google and Amazon in challenging Nvidia’s dominance
Dennis Bihler | 18:37 | 01.26.26
monday.com team after Nasdaq IPO
From Monday.com to Wix, AI upheaval rattles Israel’s software industry
After years of software dominance and unicorn growth, AI is reshaping how code is written and sold, slashing valuations at Israel’s biggest software firms and pushing hardware and chips back into the spotlight
Sophie Shulman | 09:58 | 01.25.26
וואווי
China narrows AI gap as Western tech leaders sound alarm at Davos 2026
Executives and policymakers warned at Davos that the West’s technological edge over China is fading, turning AI competition from a business rivalry into a strategic contest with economic and national security implications
Raphael Kahan | 08:05 | 01.25.26
Aviv Shapira, Co-Founder & CEO XTEND
From hardware to intelligence: the operating system powering next-generation robotics
After selling their previous company to Intel, founders Aviv and Matteo Shapira joined forces with Rubi Liani, and Adir Tubi, to build XTEND around a simple idea: software, not hardware, defines modern robotic operations; with a human in the loop approach and a collaboration with Lockheed Martin, XTEND is emerging as a core enabler of complex missions within the US defense ecosystem
Tal Shahaf | 18:59 | 01.24.26
ביטקוין
Crypto’s doomsday: quantum computers could wipe out trillions
Quantum computers could break the encryption securing cryptocurrencies, allowing hackers to drain wallets, undermine trust in blockchains and trigger a collapse in assets worth trillions unless systems shift to quantum-resistant security in time
Tal Shahaf | 13:29 | 01.23.26
טים קוק
Apple said secretly to be developing tiny screenless AI device
New report reveals Apple 'smart pin' project while OpenAI also working on new hardware, in collaboration with designer Jony Ive; The big question: Are consumers ready for a screenless world - or is this another experiment that will end up in a drawer?
Raphael Kahan | 23:24 | 01.22.26
סם אלטמן (ימין) ואילון מאסק (שמאל)
Mud-slinging peaks as Musk warns about ChatGPT and Altman fires back on Tesla deaths
Elon Musk calls ChatGPT ‘diabolical’ and warns it could lead to real-world tragedy; OpenAI CEO Sam Altman responds by citing fatal Tesla Autopilot crashes and questioning Musk’s approach to AI safety
Raphael Kahan | 20:14 | 01.22.26
חמינאי הפגנות טהרן
No videos, no revolution? Why the West is misreading Iran’s uprising
Analysis: Iran’s regime shut down the internet and convinced the world the protests were crushed. The reality is far darker. The uprising has gone underground, becoming more violent, more sophisticated and more dangerous, led by a Generation Z that is not backing down 
Effi Banay | 18:20 | 01.22.26
This photo illustration taken in Seoul on January 22, 2026, shows AI images created by Carat, a South Korean generative AI service, and its webpage. South Korea on January 22, launched its first comprehensive laws regulating artificial intelligence, including specific provisions targeting deepfakes, as the country seeks to become one of the world's top three AI powers
South Korea launches landmark laws to regulate AI, startups warn of compliance burdens
Human oversight required in high-impact AI such as healthcare, nuclear safety; products and services using generative or high-impact AI must be clearly labelled; startups complain laws' language vague
Reuters | 11:43 | 01.22.26
Deep33 Team
Deep33 Ventures emerges from stealth with $150 million deep tech fund
New venture firm emerges from stealth with a $100 million first close, targeting energy, quantum computing, AI infrastructure and industrial autonomy as part of what it calls a critical foundation for the global AI investment cycle
ynet Global | 15:33 | 01.20.26
מימין: אילון מאסק וג'ייסון הואנג מנכ"ל אנבידיה
Musk challenges Nvidia and AMD, vows new AI chip every nine months
Musk has set an aggressive goal for Tesla’s development team, aiming for a faster chip cycle than Nvidia and AMD, focused on mass-producing AI chips for vehicles and robots, even as experts warn the pace could compromise safety, validation and critical software
Raphael Kahan | 11:48 | 01.20.26
סכנת הפרטיות בעולם של בינה מלאכותית
How AI threatens our privacy: new guide details risks and safeguards for personal data
AI systems rely on vast amounts of personal data to function; a new Privacy Protection Authority guide warns of hidden risks, from data-retaining models to information-hungry chatbots, and offers ways to use AI tools without compromising personal information
Tal Shahaf | 18:28 | 01.18.26
האפליקציה של גרוק, אילון מאסק
Musk’s Grok faces class action in Israel over sexual image claims
Exclusive: After bans and investigations abroad, the Grok ‘digital stripping’ scandal reaches Israeli courts, with claims the chatbot enables sexual simulations of women and minors from online images without their knowledge or consent
Lital Dubrovitsky | 10:41 | 01.15.26
שי ג'ינפינג
Beijing tells Chinese firms to stop using US, Israeli cybersecurity software, sources say
Move targets firms including VMware, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet and Israel’s Check Point, sources say
Reuters | 11:49 | 01.14.26
האפליקציה של גרוק, אילון מאסק
Sexual deepfakes, probes and bans: backlash over Musk’s Grok spreads
Countries move to block Grok as regulators in Europe, Asia and beyond launch probes into AI-generated sexual deepfakes, raising alarms over safeguards, platform responsibility and the spread of non-consensual images of women and children
Israel Wullman | 17:22 | 01.13.26
מפגינים ב טהרן 8 בינואר 2026 מחאה איראן
Iranians use Musk’s Starlink to stay online despite nationwide internet blackout
Authorities in recent days have launched a deadly crackdown on nationwide protests, including a near-complete shutdown of internet service, which is normally provided through fiber-optic cables and cellphone towers
Reuters | 02:03 | 01.13.26
אפל וגוגל
Apple taps Google’s Gemini to power AI-driven Siri later this year
Multi-year partnership signals strategic shift as Apple looks to accelerate its artificial intelligence roadmap 
Dennis Bihler | 17:36 | 01.12.26
Retailers’ tight return controls are hurting good shoppers, AI can fix it
Riskified unveils Dynamic Returns after finding nearly 25% of refund dollars stem from abuse; new feature promises faster resolutions for trusted customers while helping merchants reduce fraud and preserve customer loyalty
ynet Global | 15:55 | 01.12.26
הפגנה בהאג הולנד בעד המפגינים מחאה הפגנות ב איראן עם דגל השאה ותמונות של רזא פהלווי
Iran uses military jamming to block Starlink, tightening grip on internet access amid protests
In further bid to crush unrest, Iran deploys military jammers to block Starlink, cutting off a key lifeline for protesters; emergency satellite access collapsed within hours, with more than 80% of traffic disrupted, a move analysts call a clear sign of distress
Daniela Ginzburg | 13:09 | 01.12.26
Intezer
How a veteran cybersecurity startup is leading the AI arms race
As cyber threats overwhelm human teams, Intezer CEO Itai Tevet explains how forensic AI is transforming security operations, cutting alert noise and reshaping how large enterprises defend themselves against AI-powered attackers
David Matlin | 15:13 | 01.11.26
מפגינים בטהרן ומשהד
Iran protesters get unlikely support as X replaces flag emoji with opposition symbol
Social media platform replaces Islamic Republic emblem with monarchist-era Lion and Sun, echoing growing opposition on Iranian streets as regime accuses US and Israel of fueling unrest
Daniela Ginzburg | 16:19 | 01.10.26
Israel Railways train
Israel Railways, Exodigo unveil AI system to map underground infrastructure at Las Vegas tech exhibition
The Israeli startup’s remote sensing platform was adapted for railcars, creating a digital model to improve maintenance, planning and construction while reducing disruptions for passengers
ynet | 22:50 | 01.09.26
המחשב-מקלדת Eliteboard G1a של HP
HP unveils ‘keyputer’ at CES: a full computer built into a keyboard
The Eliteboard G1a packs a full PC into a compact keyboard, with an AMD Ryzen AI processor, built-in speakers, storage and support for up to two 4K displays
Daniela Ginzburg | 21:29 | 01.08.26
יכולות טכנולוגיות חדשות של התעשייה האווירית
Autonomous vehicles, drones and light aircraft: IAI unveils new border defense systems
IAI said the system integrates advanced intelligence-gathering technologies from a wide range of sensors and platforms to generate a unified operational picture, alongside readily available strike assets deployed in border areas
Yoav Zitun | 21:04 | 01.06.26
The hackathon at Jerusalem College of Technology
HealthTech platform tackling youth therapy dropouts wins Jerusalem student hackathon
At JCT’s Great Minds Hackathon, 85 Haredi and national religious students tackled 20+ industry challenges in AI, HealthTech, defense and more, developing tools from youth therapy platforms to AI-driven grading and GPS-free navigation systems
ynet Global | 14:29 | 01.06.26
מנכ"ל אנבידיה, ג'נסן הואנג
Nvidia launches Rubin platform to power next wave of AI
Featuring six new chips, Nvidia’s Rubin platform slashes AI training costs and draws early support from OpenAI, AWS, Microsoft, Meta and other tech giants aiming to scale next-gen AI systems
ynet Global | 07:45 | 01.06.26
אילון מאסק
'Grok can put a bikini on anything': Musk’s chatbot strips people without consent
A single click on an image on X opens an editing tool that can dress, undress or alter images without consent or notice; bikini joke that quickly slid into sexualized depictions of women and children as Musk’s Grok pushes AI into a gray zone
Israel Wullman | 17:46 | 01.04.26
גיימר
From gamers to predators: Inside the internet’s most dangerous cybercriminal network
Loose network of hackers, extortionists and young predators operates under the radar of authorities, calling itself The Com, and it has no leadership, boundaries or rules; what starts with gaming 'hacks' ends with system shutdowns, brutal extortion and violence that slips from the screen into real life
Raphael Kahan | 05:33 | 01.04.26
פסולת בניין
Turning rubble into revenue: Israeli technology reshapes construction waste
Every year, millions of tons of construction waste are buried in Israel, much of it dumped illegally. A new Israeli technology transforms mixed building debris into blocks, walls and panels, cutting pollution while keeping money inside the industry
Tal Shahaf | 15:02 | 01.02.26
הדמיה של המתחם החדש
Tel Aviv to build first vertiport, paving the way for air taxis
Israel’s first vertiport will be built at Tel Aviv’s Atidim Park, initially serving medical drone deliveries with aviation authority approval, as the city prepares within three years for electric air taxis aimed at easing chronic traffic congestion
Israel Wullman | 23:06 | 01.01.26
יואב תורג’מן
Rafael CEO: 'Our mission is to deliver the next breakthrough to the battlefield'
Rafael stood at the forefront of the Swords of Iron War and Operation Rising Lion while continuing major development programs, large-scale hiring and preserving Israel’s qualitative military edge; 'Over the past year, we stood on the front line of Israel’s defense'; an interview with CEO Yoav Turgeman 
Assaf Levanon | 11:37 | 01.01.26
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