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How Israeli ingenuity became the secret engine behind Apple’s most advanced product

Apple Israel’s CEO reveals how local teams helped develop key technologies—while continuing to lead as the next generation approaches

Tal Shahaf | 06.10.25

Promises vs. reality: 'AI agents still aren’t ready for the real world'

AI agents promise a new era in customer service, but their errors can be costly; an Israeli startup now offers tech to catch and fix mistakes early—yet questions remain: Can it curb the risks of runaway AI hype before real damage is done?

Tal Shahaf | 06.07.25

Explainer: How Israel’s laser defense system could change the future of warfare

Israel unveiled that using a laser-based defense system it intercepted dozens of drones during recent war with Hezbollah; the system marks a major step in military tech, offering low-cost, high-speed interceptions

Tal Shahaf | 05.30.25

People using ChatGPT more may be less conscientious, study finds

Students who rely heavily on ChatGPT may be less conscientious and more likely to doubt their academic abilities, a new study finds, raising concerns about AI’s long-term impact on motivation, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Tal Shahaf | 05.30.25

Ehud Barak, ex-cyber chief sue VC Michael Eisenberg for defamation Over Paragon posts

Former prime minister and a co-founder of cyber firm Paragon claim Eisenberg, a top tech investor, defamed them in posts they say were fueled by business rivalry and linked to a smear campaign. Mediation was rejected as the case proceeds in court

Tal Shahaf | 05.28.25

Robotics revolution delayed as companies struggle to meet ambitious promises

Despite bold claims, humanoid robots remain far from everyday life due high costs, engineering challenges and limited production, prompting experts to predict decades-long integration; Aging populations and advancing AI drive demand, but robots face hurdles in design, functionality and scalability

Tal Shahaf | 05.27.25

Israeli fintech Deel and U.S. rival Rippling face off amid spying, smear campaigns

Companies trade explosive allegations of corporate espionage and intimidation centered on former employee Keith O’Brien, with unredacted payment agreements and potential criminal charges threatening Deel’s Nasdaq IPO

Tal Shahaf | 05.25.25

With customers like Rolls-Royce and BMW: Israeli startup Classiq raises $110 million

The latest funding round brings the total capital raised by the quantum software company – which counts Rolls-Royce, BMW and HSBC among its customers – to $173 million

Tal Shahaf | 05.13.25

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 | 05.06.25

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 | 05.06.25

'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 | 05.04.25

Israeli agriculture startup channels Elon Musk’s vision to revolutionize plants

Ag-tech startup XtrION is harnessing tailored electrical fields to enhance plant growth, boost nutritional value and reduce reliance on traditional fertilizers, offering a glimpse into the future of sustainable farming

Tal Shahaf | 05.03.25

מייסדי ריקו טל שפירא (ימין), גל נקש ועופר קליין

Are tech funding rounds in Israel signaling a shift in momentum?

Despite gloomy forecasts about the challenges Israeli companies would face in securing large follow-on funding rounds, three firms announced major investments just this past week — and they’re not alone; 'The market is active, especially now that tech investment is a strong alternative, but companies are held to much clearer metrics'

Tal Shahaf | 04.24.25

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 | 04.21.25

אנשי חברת הגנת הסייבר דרים (Dream Security), למעלה: שלישי משמאל -סבסטיאן קורץ, חמישי משמאל - שלו חוליו

We’ve got a click: A rugged Israeli entrepreneur and a former Austrian chancellor are aiming for a Wizz-style exit

Cybersecurity firm Dream, a partnership between former NSO Group CEO Shalev Hulio and former Austrian leader Sebastian Kurz, becomes a unicorn and is hoping to surpass Wizz's success

Tal Shahaf | 04.19.25

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