Amir Hanin

The Israel Mobile Summit is right around the corner... Join me & Ilai Bauch on a 360° holistic monetization journey that focuses on players’ experience. We will share how we attained the keys to success through strategic planning, optimization, and segmentation and give you a sneak peek into the future of Monetization. Playtika Mobile Summits Ofir Leitner 🔜 Israel Mobile Summit

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In episode 8 of The Talent Game podcast, we hear from Ido Naim who is currently Senior Director of Monetization at Zynga/Gram Games and has previously held leadership positions at Tripledot Studios, Voodoo and Playtika. We explore his strategies for building high-performing teams and his time in the Israeli military before his transition into the gaming industry, drawing parallels between both fields. He highlights the need to balance data-driven decisions with creative vision in game development and underscores the value of continuous learning. Emphasising the importance of surrounding oneself with a diverse team united by shared values, Ido also advocates for openness and humility as essential qualities in the gaming industry. The episode wraps up with Ido's go-to interview question, aimed at uncovering a candidate’s critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Key Takeaways 💡Balancing data with creativity is vital to innovative game development. 💡A commitment to lifelong learning propels individual and team growth. 💡High-performing teams are built with diverse individuals who share core values. 💡Open-mindedness and humility foster effective collaboration and drive innovation. 💡Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are fundamental for success in the gaming industry.

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𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝗟𝗼𝗴𝗼 Hey everyone! 👋 As a graphic designer, I often get asked, "What exactly is branding?" Well, let me break it down for you. 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗰𝘁 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀. 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗼 𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲—𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹: 🔹 First Impressions Matter: Your brand is often the first thing people notice about your business. A strong, professional look can attract potential customers and make a lasting impression. 🔹Builds Trust and Credibility: Consistent branding shows you’re serious about your business. It builds trust and credibility, making customers more likely to choose you over the competition. 🔹Sets You Apart: In a crowded market, strong branding helps you stand out. It communicates your unique value and what makes you different. 🔹Emotional Connection: Great branding evokes emotions and creates a connection with your audience. It’s about telling a story that resonates with them. 🔹Drives Loyalty: When customers resonate with your brand, they’re more likely to become loyal advocates. Consistency in your visuals and messaging keeps them coming back. Remember, your brand is your business’s personality. Let’s make it unforgettable! ✨ Yaelimeli Graphic Designer http://www.yaelimeligd.com #GraphicDesign #Branding #DesignTips #VisualIdentity #BrandStrategy #CreativeDesign

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Mainly on my channel, Focus Point, I explain how and what to do for reaching success. Now it's time for practical cases! Very soon, there will be an interview on the channel with Nadav Shoval, CEO and founder of OpenWeb, our first Israeli unicorn. We invested in this company at an early stage, and today it is a leader in its industry. Nadav talked about his story and views, shared how he managed to achieve such impressive results. I'm sure the OpenWeb case will be useful to many, especially those interested in learning how to set goals and achieve success, even for established players. To not miss out, subscribe to my channel. Link in the comments.

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Looking forward meeting you at this Negev Web Developers meetup this Wednesday 18:30pm at #wix Gav Yam, Beer Sheva. This will be a very interesting and relevant topic for developers who want to stay up-to-date on using AI DevTools for test generation and, most importantly, building better code, faster. #israelsoftwaredevelopment #israelsoftware #genai #unittesting

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Not often we get to see a really cool idea we want to take part of. BetConstruct Ortak project is exactly that. Ortak lets players invest in slots via NFTs using the FTN coin. RubyPlay is proud to be an early adaptor of this concept, and put one of our Immortal Ways titles on the Ortak platform. In this short video interview, we discuss this decision, and what we see ahead for this technology. Hope you'll find this interesting! #innovation #igaming #ortak

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Leveraging Sustainability: My Journey with IsraelX and Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. I am excited to share that I have obtained a new certificate for Environmental Protection and Sustainability offered by IsraelX conducted by the prestigious Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. This achievement is not just a testament to my commitment to lifelong learning but also a significant enhancement to my professional capabilities. In today’s world, where sustainability is increasingly becoming a core aspect of business strategy, this certification has empowered me with the knowledge to integrate environmental considerations into enterprise audit processes. This comprehensive course has equipped me with a multidisciplinary understanding of the biological, physical, and human aspects of conservation and the intricacies of sustainable practices, environmental regulations, and green initiatives allowing me to offer more comprehensive audits to assess the environmental impact of organizational practices, ensuring that they not only meet financial and operational benchmarks but also contribute positively to our planet’s health. This integrated approach to auditing is essential for fostering transparency, accountability, and sustainability in the corporate world that align with global sustainability standards. Throughout this journey, I delved into the critical environmental challenges, explored innovative solutions for biodiversity conservation, and learned about the importance of sustainable practices in our daily lives. The course syllabus, crafted by leading experts like Prof. Yaron Ziv, Prof. Meidad Kissinger, Prof. Isaac A. Meir, Prof. Amit Gross, Prof. David Katoshevski, Prof. Shirli Bar-David provided an in-depth insight and helped me understand the concepts deeply enabling me to promote best practices, assess gaps, offer guidance, consulting, and insights that are aligned with global sustainability standards. Further to this, my fellow esteemed learners who come from diversified fields also contributed to my learning by sharing their views, perspectives, ideas, and thoughts, which further enhanced the knowledge base with an in-depth look at the role of water treatment, green building concepts, and ways to reduce our ecological footprint. I am proud to be part of a global community committed to making a positive impact on the planet. This certification is not just a personal milestone but also a step forward in my commitment to fostering a sustainable future not only in the place that I work but also in the surroundings where I live. Let us connect and collaborate on initiatives that drive environmental protection and sustainability! #EnvironmentalSustainability #SustainabilityCertification #BenGurionUniversity #Conservation #SustainabilityLeadership #GreenBusiness #AuditForChange #SustanabilityAuditing

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Israeli tech is at a crossroads On the one hand, we see a surge in tech, particularly with AI. On the other hand, we're dealing with a decrease in economic activity and a potential shift in the job market While it's true that the current situation in the country has led to a decrease in economic activity, we must also consider the impact of AI on the job market. Companies may be using the current economic climate as a cover to transition to AI-driven operations, a move that isn't typically popular… The rapid development of AI, such as OpenAI's GPT-3, suggests that we may see a big shift in the job market sooner than anticipated. While this is great for efficiency, it also raises concerns about job security, and the future of jobs Furthermore, the job market, especially in the tech sector, is becoming increasingly competitive There are fewer jobs than there are people looking for work. This issue is particularly pronounced in the Haredi community, where job opportunities are even scarcer. The community faces additional challenges, including bias and a lack of experience. Most training programs today don't offer job experience or placement, leaving individuals to navigate the job market on their own Given these circumstances, #entrepreneurship emerges as a viable path… knowing how to run a business and possessing skills that can't be easily replicated by AI can be a real advantage Along with those challenges, another major question is… is Israel a conducive environment for setting up a business?   The Israeli government's stance towards businesses, particularly #startups, plays a big role in shaping the country's economic landscape. High taxes and stringent regulations can deter entrepreneurs, pushing them to relocate their businesses to countries like the US This trend is worrying… as startups and new businesses are the key drivers of economic growth. A decrease in the number of companies not only reduces job opportunities but also hampers growth The government's role in fostering a supportive environment for businesses cannot be overstated Initiatives to ease regulations, provide tax cuts, and offer support can significantly enhance the business landscape, encouraging entrepreneurs to establish and grow their businesses in Israel While it's true that thriving businesses may not always equate to more jobs, particularly because of #AI, they do contribute to economic growth. The profits generated by these businesses can be reinvested into the economy, catalyzing further growth The next few years in this country are about striking a balance between embracing tech, entrepreneurship, and ensuring job security, as well as creating an environment conducive for building businesses What are your thoughts on this? Let me know in the Comments section below Safra-Tech Calcalist כלכליסט CTech by Calcalist #startupnation #artificialintelligence #israelunderfire

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🚀 Breaking Barriers and Building the Future 🚀 At DDR&D (MAFAT) - Directorate of Defense Research & Development, we’ve made remarkable strides in partnering with #startups and innovators, collaborating across the Israeli Ministry of Defense to create cutting-edge solutions for the challenges of tomorrow. The results? They speak for themselves. But our journey is far from over. We’ve overcome significant barriers, yet we know there’s more work ahead. This is just the beginning. 💡 Why it matters: Innovation isn’t a one-time event. It’s a continuous process. We’re committed to refining our approach, streamlining our processes, and building a culture that drives technological and operational excellence. 🔍 Your Voice Matters: We’re eager to hear your feedback! Help us strengthen our DNA and elevate our impact. Together, we’re shaping new capabilities and securing our future technological edge. 💪 Let’s keep pushing the boundaries and forging the path ahead—together! 🇮🇱 #Innovation #DefenseTech #Startups #Collaboration #TechLeadership #OperationalExcellence #MAFAT #IsraeliDefense

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This measure, part of the broader "National Infrastructure Bill" enacted a year ago to close Israel's major infrastructure gap, is HUGE. It aims to overcome the "Utility Coordination" challenge, notoriously the weakest link in every project life cycle — key to delivering Israel's mega-projects on time over the next decade and essential for sustaining rapid economic growth. Why is this so crucial? - Israel's productivity gap (GDP per hour worked) is the biggest challenge to realizing its economic growth potential. - Alongside the demographic challenge, aggressively addressing the "Infrastructure Gap" is a top priority. - Approximately 25% of the productivity gap is attributed to infrastructure deficiencies in transportation, particularly mass transit. - Over the next 10-15 years, Israel will invest more than NIS 0.5 trillion in capital projects for Transportation and Energy (1.5-2% increase in investment of GDP annually). Streamlining projects = closing the "infrastructure gap" faster = GROWTH. Adi Hachmon Iliya Katz Yuval Avigdor Dana Dover Itzik Daniel Esti Feldman

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Over the past decade, I have reviewed over 1,000 cv's in search for the best team members to join our team. I see a lot of people in Israel in need of jobs these days so sharing some tips from my experience as a manager and Organizational Psychologist that I hope can be helpful. If you have any questions or additional insights, please feel free to comment below or pm me. I divided the job-seeking journey into 4 stages: 1. Self-reflection 2. CV building 3. Networking 4. “Dating” your future boss In this post I will cover some pointers for the first 3 stages. Next post will cover pointers for the last stage. *Self-reflection* 1. Self-reflection and understanding what you are good at and what you are passionate about. 2. Who are you - Need to be able to answer this in 2-3 lines at the top of the CV. Are you a manager and looking to be in a leadership role or more of a hands-on executive? Is your focus marketing/sales/coding/project management? Pro tip: Ask your friends to be honest with you and share the value they see you bring. It will crystalize your own view as well. *CV and LinkedIn profile* 1. CV building - how does your future boss know you are great at what you do? What success and impact did you have that you can articulate with numbers? 2. The design is great. But the most important is the content. Make sure clear description in the header what you do and keep it short, with bullet points and a 1-pager. Make sure no mistakes. If there is even 1 typo, it is a no-go. 3. Passion talks. Years ago I hired a young man with very little experience because he came with great passion and told me how he taught himself code at age 11. See how you can find that story that highlights your greatness. *Networking* 1. Networking and asking friends for an intro or to put in a good word. Identify 10 people you will have coffee with to brainstorm your career. Some will give you great advice. Others will give you a good lead. 2. Don't only think about networking with those who can give you the job today but rather with those who know people that can help you. 3. The best way to build trust is to show your work in action. I once hired someone because he reached out and explained to me in a loom video why one of my client websites stinked and how that can be fixed. He didn't tell me what he does but showed me. What tips have you found as a manager that you would give future employees?

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Yuval Regev and his BI & Analytics team at Atera, the world’s first AI-powered IT management platform, lifted a core business KPI by 34% using the Loops Feature Impact Model. We are so proud and delighted to work with this leading analytics team. Initially, the naive effect (before/after) of a recent feature release appeared to have a positive outcome. However, with Loops they not only discovered that the causal effect was negative, they were empowered to make a series of iterative changes to maximize the KPI. You can read their case study to learn more about the process Yuval and team applied in making this significant impact on growth at Atera. #productledgrowth #causalml #causality https://lnkd.in/euc2JQDU

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🌟 Excited to share a special podcast episode all about Open Source, community, and Elementor! 🌟 I had the pleasure of being a guest on Red Hat's TalkingOpen podcast, where I shared how we at Elementor are making the web more accessible, creative, and limitless for developers and creators worldwide. 📌 We covered: - Our Open Source philosophy as a business model that bridges creative freedom with business growth. - Community impact - how we cultivate innovation and empower users through collaboration. - The Elementor ecosystem - our journey to creating the leading tools for web creation. 💡 Openness and transparency are core values for us, and this podcast offers a genuine glimpse into how we live by these principles every day. 🔗 I invite you to listen, share your thoughts, and join the conversation about how Open Source is changing the world  Click here to listen to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/d535b4qY Ilan Pinto Josh Salomon #OpenSource #Innovation #WebDevelopment #CommunityFirst #Leadership #Elementor

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I'm back in Israel, after the insightful 58th ICA conference. I found out that Israel can be one of the global leaders of the AI revolution, but in order to do so, we must collaborate with our true friends in the world. Such a collaboration can only happen when we listen carefully to our international partners, and understand that their critique comes from true friendship. I believe that international collaboration is the key to overcoming obstacles, both in AI, and in the current multidimensional crisis that Israel is facing. https://lnkd.in/dEaRPfM3

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𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Join Oded Nadel as he unveils the next chapter in building Playtika's ML platform! In this part, Oded explores the market research and technologies that shaped their journey. 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗸𝗮'𝘀 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗟 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀. Discover the key decisions that drove innovation and led to AI success. 🐾 Follow the link Playtika Tech & AI Medium blog 👉 https://lnkd.in/eNDG_7jR 👈 Playtika blog 👉 https://lnkd.in/diAMHBrb 👈 🔔𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀? Worry not! Place the emoji 😀 in a comment below, and we'll make sure to tag you once we publish anything new. 👑 Here are our VIP alert subscribers: Martyn Redstone, Maryanne Collins, Omer Gerson, Meta-Tech Stellar Systems, Marianna Inozemtseva

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Sharing an article from Calcalist, where I mentioned that GenAI agents are not only already coming to reality, but also that they can work on a proactive manner with old school predictive capabilities around customer intents #GenAI #AI #insights #agent

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Recently I was at an event at Google, and they were ranking the top technological-ecosystems in the world. Tel Aviv was number 3. Even after the last year, we have demonstrated an incredible commitment to our ideas, our development, and yes — our dreams. One of the most beautiful aspects to me about Dreemz is how it’s part of this larger picture of Israeli-Tech-sector resilience. By putting our companies, and our visions, out there in these unprecedented times, it helps define companies like Dreemz as part of the very fabric of innovation and perseverance that defines Israeli-tech. We’re not just promoting one vision — we’re trying to foster a culture of optimism and collaboration, even when many peoples’ instincts try and get them to behave more cautiously. I believe that actively showcasing Dreemz’s progress, success, and adaptability, demonstrates that the broader Israeli-tech sector is strong, and unified. And our commitment to reaching our goals and engaging with our user base and investors becomes even more crucial, as part of this larger backdrop. It is an honor and a privilege to be able to be part of the fabric of what keeps us thriving, dreaming, and growing. And knowing that supporting companies like Dreemz is part of the way that we can support Israel. #israel #startup #dreemz #dreams #resilience #strength

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"Don't be afraid to make any mistakes. Don't get in love with your product, get in love with the solution." In a recent episode of Tech Salescraft, Elad Ben-Israel, Co-Founder and CEO of Wing, delves into the challenging yet rewarding path of navigating the startup landscape. With extensive experience in tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon, Elad shares his insights on the importance of innovative sales strategies and the evolving role of a CEO in a tech startup. Explore our latest blog for a detailed look at how Elad’s journey and Wing’s approach to building impactful tech solutions highlight the significance of passion, leadership, and community in driving startup success.👇 https://lnkd.in/ez37nbQ7 #StartupStories #TechSalesRecruitment #TechSalescraft #TechSalesBlog

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Episode #25: AgriPass- Weeding the way. Don’t miss this 120 second video about one of the hottest new startups in Israel; and FOLLOW us so you don’t miss another episode! In this video, Gerson Panitch interviews Guy Raz. #whatsnextinisraeltech

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