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Israel becomes a live testbed for the AI revolution
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Dr. Adi Hod argues that Israel’s security, innovation and rapid adaptation give it a strategic edge in the AI era. He says the real advantage will go to countries and companies that can shorten the loop from information to decision to action to…
Israel’s AI edge may be speed, not size
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Dr. Adiv Hod argues that Israel’s wartime tech experience is turning the country into a live testbed for artificial intelligence, where faster adaptation matters more than raw scale.
Israeli high-tech stays stable as software cuts jobs and hardware expands
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A new Israel Innovation Authority survey finds Israel’s high-tech workforce held steady in early 2026 even as software companies cut jobs and hardware firms kept hiring.
Otherside Life frames revenge as grief, not politics
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Otherside Life is spotlighting an interview with Palestinian father Bassam Aramin to argue that revenge often begins as grief and unresolved loss.
Israel extends partner visa validity to two years
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Israel’s Population and Immigration Authority has updated partner-visa procedures to allow certain B1 and A5 visas to be issued for up to two years, a move that could reduce renewals and paperwork for international couples.
Steven C. Markoff releases evidence-based book on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
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Steven C. Markoff has published a new book that examines the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through historical events, demographic data, land ownership records and voices from both sides.
MerageNext opens as early-stage funding tightens in Israel
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Registration is now open for MerageNext, a California-linked startup program offering grants, mentoring, and Microsoft for Startups support as Israeli early-stage founders face tougher fundraising conditions.
Israeli passport hits record rank as citizenship inquiries rise
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Israel’s passport reached its strongest-ever position in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, ranking 18th with access to 166 destinations.
Israel launches NIS 1 billion fast-track funding for startups hit by shekel gains
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The Israel Innovation Authority has opened a NIS 1 billion fast-track program to help startups and early-stage growth companies that have lost runway as the shekel strengthened against the dollar.
Anat Levi leads Decker, Pex, Levi family law practice in Israel
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Decker, Pex, Levi is spotlighting partner Anat Levi, who heads the firm’s Family Law, Mediation and Inheritance Law Department in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
Israel backs NIS 6 million push for ocean-based energy tech
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Israel’s Innovation Authority and Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure launched a NIS 6 million call for proposals on July 20, 2026, to speed development of Blue-Tech Energy research and commercialization.
Israel launches NIS 100 million push for national quantum computing hub
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The Israel Innovation Authority has opened a call for proposals to build a national quantum computing R&D infrastructure that would give Israeli companies and researchers access to advanced systems.
Michael Decker releases guide for foreign buyers in Israel
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Attorney Michael Decker has published a legal guide for international buyers entering Israel’s real estate market, outlining land rules, tax deadlines and registration steps.
Top 10 China banquet hall chandelier manufacturers for 2026
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A 2026 supplier review names ten China-based manufacturers serving banquet hall chandeliers and hospitality lighting, with Zhongshan YZ ART LIGHT Co., Ltd. singled out for factory-direct production and hotel project experience.
Israel launches first AI healthcare regulatory sandbox
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Israel’s Innovation Authority and Ministry of Health have picked three healthtech companies for the country’s first regulatory sandbox for AI in healthcare.
Israel backs NIS 70 million bio AI infrastructure consortium
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Israel’s Innovation Authority is investing NIS 70 million in a national consortium to build shared infrastructure for AI models trained on biological data.
AMMWEC launches Muslim reflections book on Israel after Oct. 7
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AMMWEC wrapped its second annual National Coalition Against Antisemitism and Hate Conference in Washington with the launch of a new book of Muslim witness accounts from trips to Israel after the Oct. 7 attacks.
Decker, Pex, Levi outlines Israel's B-5 investment visa for U.S. entrepreneurs
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Decker, Pex, Levi Law Firm published guidance on Israel’s B-5 investment visa, a treaty-based route for U.S. citizens to invest, manage businesses and gain residency.
JNF-USA to bring 3,000 to San Diego for Global Conference for Israel
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Jewish National Fund-USA will host its Global Conference for Israel in San Diego Nov. 12-15 as the organization marks 125 years.
Israel raises startup fund caps for early-stage deep tech
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The Israel Innovation Authority is increasing funding limits and expanding flexibility in its Startup Fund for pre-seed and seed deep-tech companies.
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