Ayal Itzkovitz

🌟 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬! 🌟 We're thrilled to be recognized as one of Calcalist's "50 Most Promising Israeli Startups for 2024"! This accolade underscores our dedication to securing private 5G/LTE-connected assets for leading enterprises, showcasing our commitment to excellence and innovation. A huge thank you to Calcalist, our amazing team, and all our partners and customers. Your support is crucial as we continue to pioneer in enterprise 5G/LTE security. Here's to a secure and efficient future! 👇Refer to the comment section for more info👇 #5G #LTE #private5g #privateLTE #Cybersecurity #zerotrust

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"If any industry is built to handle extreme situations like war, it’s Israeli high-tech." - Amit Pilowsky In a recent CTech by Calcalist piece, top VC Partners including Amit, Rona Segev (TLV Partners), Kobi Samboursky (Glilot Capital Partners), and Michal Kissos Hertzog (Poalim Tech) share their takeaways on the challenges and opportunities facing Israeli entrepreneurs in these turbulent times. Some key points include: → Israeli high-tech shows remarkable resilience → Investor confidence remains strong despite (understandable) global caution → Cybersecurity and defense tech sectors have seen greatly increased activity As we approach the Calcalist כלכליסט Roadshow+ event, where promising Pre-seed to Series A startups will pitch to these industry leaders and more, these insights underscore the unique value proposition of Israeli entrepreneurs. 👉 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/d-c2Pqd7 👉 Hebrew version: https://lnkd.in/dtjZ3Yp2 👉 Are you an early-stage founder ready to showcase your innovation? Apply now for Roadshow+: https://lnkd.in/dsj7hMhj #nomatterwhat

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🚀 Exciting Announcement! 🎙️ I'm thrilled to share that I was recently interviewed for the first episode of a new podcast series by "People & Computers," hosted by the insightful yehudak konfortes; As one of the few Israeli experts in AI standardization and its integration with local regulation, I have been spearheading Israel's efforts globally since 2017. In this inaugural episode, we delve into critical discussions on the international AI arms race, focusing particularly on the regulatory elements where AI standardization plays a pivotal role in global-local dynamics. We explore the regulatory landscape intertwined with AI advancements, offering a unique perspective on how nations are navigating this complex terrain. As Head of Delegation to both SC42 (International AI Standards) and JTC21 (EU AI ACT Standards), as well as a Contributor to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) (US) and Standards Council of Canada (SCC) (Canada), I hope to add value by bringing a fresh and unique perspective. 🎧 Tune in to the podcast on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/duhjdvxb While my podcast under ISRAI.AI (link in comments) is in English and geared towards a professional audience, the "People & Computers" series is in Hebrew and aimed at the general public. Hope you enjoy this short episode and, as always, be in touch and let me know your thoughts! Join us as we unpack the dynamic and ever-evolving world of AI! #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Podcast #AIStandardization #InternationalRelations #TechRegulation #SC42 #PeopleAndComputers European Commission ISO - International Organization for Standardization IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission)

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🔭🚀 We are thrilled to announce the 8th edition of our annual #IsraeliTechRadar! This map provides an overview of the latest technologies and trends in the Israeli tech industry, making it an indispensable compass in the rapidly changing tech world. Offering a panoramic view of the industry, the Israeli Tech Radar aids you in strategizing your tech decisions, understanding market trends, and upgrading your skills. Whether you're a junior, an experienced engineer, or an Engineering leader, our Tech Radar is designed to cater to your needs. Here's how it's organized: 🔹 4 Rings: Try: Exciting, new technologies worth exploring. Start: Mature technologies gaining traction. Keep: Well-established, widely used technologies. Stop: Outdated technologies becoming obsolete. 🔹 4 Domains: Backend & ML, DevOps, Frontend, Mobile. The content of the Israeli Tech Radar draws from Tikal’s business activities and partnerships with leading Israeli tech companies such as: AppsFlyer, CyberArk, Lumen, Redis, and more. Here are five major trends making significant waves in 2024-25: 1️⃣ LLMs Go Mainstream with RAG Architectures: RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation) is now a key technique for incorporating LLM capabilities into products. New architectural patterns like Naive RAG, Advanced RAG, and Fusion RAG are emerging, aiming to enhance the retrieval and generation process for more accurate AI responses. 2️⃣ Restricted Source Licensing in Open Software: Some open-source vendors are introducing more restrictive licensing terms, particularly to counter competitive pressures from large cloud providers. This shift is prompting debates about the future of open-source software and the balance between commercial viability and open collaboration (e.g., Hashicorp, Redis, Elasticsearch). 3️⃣ Self-Service Development Environments: The rise of programmatic Infrastructure as Code (IAC) with tools like TF CDK and Pulumi is speeding up development processes. Efforts to reduce development cycle bottlenecks are leveraging Contextual-AI, LLMs, and PR management tools. Platforms like Backstage are centralizing development resources, streamlining tasks, and enhancing focus on coding. 4️⃣ AI-Driven Development: AI tools are increasingly integrated into development workflows, automating repetitive tasks and improving efficiency. From code generation to resource management, AI is transforming how developers work and innovate. 5️⃣ Cross Platform Mobile Shift: ReactNative to Flutter & KMP: Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) is gaining traction, offering a unified codebase across platforms. Flutter remains a top choice due to its performance and pre-built widgets, making it attractive for startups and companies moving from native to cross-platform apps. This is just a glimpse of what's inside! For a wealth of insights that will guide your professional journey, explore the full Israeli Tech Radar here: https://lnkd.in/dr9mwkDM 🌐 #IsraeliTechRadar #TechTrends2024 #TechCommunity #TikalExperts

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🚀 Exciting News! 🚀 In our continuous effort to safeguard our customers' digital workspace, we are thrilled to announce the successful integration of OPSWAT's CDR (Content Disarm and Reconstruction) at HiBob. 🔍 Why This Matters? Cyber threats are evolving, and malicious files significantly risk companies' data integrity and business operations. By implementing OPSWAT CDR, HiBob took proactive steps to ensure that any file uploaded into the HiBob platform is thoroughly sanitized, rendering potential threats harmless without disrupting workflow. 🔐 How It Works? OPSWAT's CDR technology disassembles and reconstructs files, removing any embedded threats while maintaining the integrity and usability of the original content. This process ensures that the platform remains secure. 🌟 Benefits for Our Customers! **Enhanced Security:** Reduced risk of malware and ransomware attacks. **Seamless Experience:** Continuous protection with minimal impact on user experience. **Peace of Mind:** Confidence in knowing that our data is protected by cutting-edge security technology. This integration is a testament to CYBERcom's commitment to prioritizing the security of our customers and their valuable data. Learn more from Tamir Ronen, Global CISO of Hibob about the need and why they chose CYBERcom and OPSWAT. https://lnkd.in/gS8ZWA9Y #CyberSecurity #DataProtection #HiBob #OPSWAT #TechInnovation #SecureDigitalWorkspace #MalwareProtection #CDR Gilad Amir, Benny Menahem, Shlomi Hadad

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Google selected an Israeli Cyber Startup for its AI Fund IXDen Ltd. , a Tel Aviv cybersecurity startup that developed operational failure prediction for critical infrastructure was selected by Google for its AI fund. This award recognizes top companies that have developed and implemented innovative and groundbreaking AI solutions. The program aims to promote the growth of promising AI startups and provides significant support to high-potential AI companies. IXDen developed its AI platform that protects critical infrastructures, such as water, gas, energy, and smart buildings. The solution provides a comprehensive picture of system health and security, continuously identifying and predicting anomalous events such as cyberattacks, device or sensor failures, system malfunctions, leaks, sensor deviations, incorrect calibrations, and more. Dr. Leonid Cooperman and Zion Harel founded IXDen in 2018. Source: https://lnkd.in/dhT9Cjni

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𝐈𝐬𝐫𝐚𝐞𝐥-𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐍𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 $𝟏𝟏 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 An $11 million Series A fundraising round has been raised by the Israeli startup Nagish, which uses artificial intelligence to allow the deaf to communicate over the phone. Read More: https://bityl.co/R1S4 #israelstartup #startup #StartupNews #nagish #investment #businessinvestment #InvestmentNews #NewsUpdate #news #ciolook

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Israeli Cyber Startup Raised $70 Million Torq, an Israeli Cyber company, raised $70 million in a Series C round led by Evolution Equity Partners, with participation from Bessemer Venture Partners, Notable Capital, Greenfield Partners, and Strait Capital. In 2024, Torq has raised $112 million, following a $42 million expansion of its Series B in January. To date, the company has raised $192 million. Torq's AI-based cybersecurity platform connects an organization's security infrastructure to streamline the detection and response to cyber incidents. It automates complex processes on a large scale, reducing the workload on human analysts. Torq was founded in 2020 by Ofer Smadari (CEO), Leonid Belkind (CTO), and Eldad Livni (CINO). The startup employs around 180 people in Israel and the U.S. and plans to hire 130 employees. Source: https://lnkd.in/diPUaEMb

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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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Every high-tech company needs two things: a big break and a good story.  EY is our client and a leading consulting firm that hosts The Pitch, Israel's premier #startup competition, which invites up-and-coming #hitech companies to learn from mentors from top Israeli VCs and industry leaders about how to succeed, gain exposure, and earn sponsors.  As a global marketing powerhouse, we are committed to amplifying tech voices, and we understand the value of a good pitch. “The product is important, but success depends on how you tell the story.” says Niv Barhum, our Digital Media Manager, “It’s exciting - by harnessing the power of digital marketing, we are helping EY help these bright startups shine even brighter.” Know any high-tech companies that are ready to tell their story? Tag them in the comments. Registration ends on May 1st! >> https://lnkd.in/dA2G-Fw #ThePitch_2024 Elad Sternlicht, Noam Canetti, Orit E., Lital Marmur

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IVC Data and Insights report on the Israeli venture market for Q1-Q3 2024 reveals: - $7.4 billion invested in Israeli startups, surpassing the entire 2023 total of $6.9 billion. - $13 billion generated from exits, a 26% increase from 2023's $10.4 billion. - 23% surge in foreign investments year-over-year. - 67% of capital sourced from global investors, with 33% from Israeli funds. - $2.7 billion secured by early-stage startups, the second-highest figure in Israeli startup ecosystem history (after 2022's record). These figures demonstrate investors' confidence in the long-term sustainability of the Israeli startup ecosystem. Trust received, challenge accepted. We're building the future, brick by brick.

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3 main challenges that startups face: 1. Laying the groundwork for expansion into the American market. 2. Establishing a robust sales framework. 3. Financing, financing, financing. Ten startups who participated in the Launchpad program (cycle 7!) will receive training and mentoring on these points from Deloitte teams in Israel and the USA. Stay tuned for the names of the companies (you'll hear more about them soon) - found in the links we've shared here: Deloitte Launchpad Program #DeloitteLaunchpad #StartUp #BusinessGrowth #AmericanMarket #Financing

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In a recent interview with Walla, I discussed the crucial topic of safeguarding business data, emphasizing the significant impact of even minor errors by employees on an entire organization. I highlighted key aspects of data security and drew parallels to the largest data breach in history, underscoring its profound implications. #DataSecurity #BusinessProtection #CyberSecurity

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