Yoni Lindenfeld

These are the 15 Israeli growth stage startups that have grown fastest in the past 6 months. All these companies are in the 151 to 500 employee category. The data is based on headcount data that we collect at Aption and is one data point that feeds our company insights and #EquityPooling clustering models Unsurprisingly a lot of cyber, dev ops and deep tech names here #1 daily.dev at 491% growth 🚀 🚀 #2 Port IO at 220% 🚀 #3 Particula at 120% 🔥 #4 Exodigo at 97% #5 Tailor Brands at 60% #6 Cyera at 55% #7 Hello Heart at 51% #8 Anyword at 50% #9 Candex at 39% #10 Pinecone at 39% #11 Paragon at 36% #12 Silverfort at 33% #13 Jones Software at 30% #14 Fullpath at 29% #15 Atera at 27%

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There is something very special about monday.com, ironSource, Yotpo, Lemonade, Fiverr, Playtika, and the other B2B startups that were founded in the early 2000s. They built the playbook that the current Israeli startup ecosystem stands on. I would love to interview these founders: Eran Zinman & Roy Mann CEO monday.com Tomer Tagrin. CEO Yotpo Tomer Bar-Zeev CEO ironSource Micha Kaufman ceo Fiverr Daniel Schreiber CEO Lemonade Or any founders that built from the early 2000s and still building. If someone can make an intro or ask them directly to come on the Founder StorieZ Podcast I would greatly appreciate it 🙏

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"AR computing!" Say goodbye to traditional laptops. An Israeli entrepreneur has innovated a technology that bids farewell to our traditional laptops. Tamir Berliner- founder of Sightful and the innovator behind the Spacetop G1! What is the Spacetop G1? Spatial computer that seamlessly integrates the functionality of a laptop with the capabilities Of Augmented Reality (AR). A 100-inch virtual workspace replaces the need for a physical screen. Spacetop G1 adapts to various environments, whether at home, in the office, or on the go. This represents a step forward in integrating AR technologies with daily tasks. Spatial with AR transforms how we interact with digital content, personally and professionally. The real test will be in its execution. The usability of the AR interface, the battery life, the comfort of AR glasses, etc., are crucial. I believe Sightful has managed to address these practical concerns effectively. And I am awaiting the official release in india. Congrats to Tamir Berliner and the team for their bold move and fantastic innovation. The Spacetop G1 is an evolution in how we think about personal computing. Soorya Narayanan | AppLogiQ #applogiq #innovation #entrepreneur #techentrepreneur #augmentedreality #spatialcomputing #management #startups

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Episode #8: XOLTAR - AI companion for patients. Don’t miss this 90 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 Asaf Shiloni. #whatsnextinisraeltech

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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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Former NBA player Omri Casspi has raised $60 million in seed capital to invest in early-stage startups and companies founded by Israeli serial entrepreneurs developing technologies in cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and artificial intelligence. - by Frederic Eger/Sharon Wrobel/TOI - Photo: Then Memphis Grizzlies forward Omri Casspi in action during an NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers, December 2, 2018, in Philadelphia. (AP/Matt Slocum) Swish Ventures is Casspi's second seed venture capital fund after stepping onto the court of tech investments two years ago following his retirement from professional basketball as the first Israeli player to break through in the NBA. The new fund hopes to invest $5 million to $7 million in about 10 startups each. Among Swish’s investors are venture capital fund Sequoia, Israeli and US institutional investors, and more than 25 serial entrepreneurs, including EON founder Ophir Ehrlich, PointFive founder Gal Ben-David, Upwind co-founder Amiram Shachar, Granulate (sold to Intel) co-founder Asaf Ezra, and Armis founders Yevgeny Dibrov and Nadir Izrael. The fund manages a total of $125 million in assets. Casspi said the new fund received $172 million in commitments from investors despite launching during a challenging period in which Israel remains entangled in a multi-front war. He said the new fund received $172 million in commitments from investors — though he decided not to expand the size of the financing round. In November last year, about a month after war broke out with the Hamas terror group, Casspi put his own money in the game to help bring tech billionaire Elon Musk to Israel. During the visit, Musk met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Isaac Herzog and toured Gaza border communities ravaged by the Hamas terror group’s devastating onslaught on October 7, which killed 1,200 people and saw 251 taken hostage. Casspi emphasized that the visit shows how the “high-tech sector serves as an ambassador for Israel during these challenging times.” He also partnered with Sheryl Sandberg, former COO of Meta and a board member of some of the largest companies in the US, to expose facts about Hamas’s crimes that she has shared worldwide. Through the industry’s network, they had the privilege of participating in raising significant donations for the rehabilitation of communities in the Gaza perimeter. Investors are showing resilience in the tech ecosystem, despite concerns following the October 7 attack. The amount of capital directed towards Israel is likely higher than ever, with international firms leading 40 seed rounds in 2024. Tal Brody, a former captain of Israel's national basketball team and a senior adviser at Cukierman & Co., is serving as Israel's ambassador of goodwill. The tech ecosystem's response and resilience have been surprising, and the former captain of Israel's national basketball team is following in the footsteps of other athletes.

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Last week Bria was ranked #20 of the most promising startups in Israel, kudos to the team! It is a long journey to build a startup. At 8 years old, I fell in love with mathematics, and at that point, I knew that's what I'd get my PhD in. That passion not only shaped my academic path but also ignited my interest in visual technologies and AI, which led me to pursue a PhD in computer vision. During my studies, I began to realise just how much the future of content would change with AI coming into the mix. Fast-forward to 2020, during COVID and before the Gen AI hype, I combined my understanding of how visuals can be generated with AI and the valuable enterprise experience I gained in my previous role at Trax Retail, to co-establish an AI startup called BRIA. We had one simple goal: To make it easy for any individual and company to generate the exact visuals needed for any use. Our key objective in helping you achieve this is to ensure that we provide you with a transparent, open, and responsible AI platform trained solely on licensed data, no public figures and deep fake, no privacy infringement. And in a world where more than 43% of people don't trust companies to use AI morally, Responsible AI use has never been more important. In building BRIA, we've been able to help businesses all over the world scale their content development process. And what gets me even more excited is that we've been able to partner with different creators to ensure that their creativity is respected, rewarded, and isn't pirated. We trained our own high quality foundation models and built the core tools of Generative AI so everyone can use it. The journey so far has been anything but linear, and I'm eager to continue sharing the innovative features we're developing, discuss the critical importance of Responsible AI, and explore how you can leverage our platform to its fullest potential. Join us as we pave the way for a new era of content creation, where innovation meets integrity.

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𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞-𝐙𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫’𝐬 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐤𝐢𝐭 – 𝑬𝒂𝒓𝒍𝒚 𝑨𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔 0️⃣➡️1️⃣ Want to go from a basic idea to a full-fledged Pitch Deck in quickly – but without skimping on what is needed? 📑 Sign up for our new 𝑬𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒖𝒓’𝒔 𝑻𝒐𝒐𝒍𝒌𝒊𝒕 to use the best practices to help you think about your venture holistically, all with the help of #AI. 🤖 https://lnkd.in/diRh2Bag [𝘞𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘩!] 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘨𝘦𝘵: 1.     𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒑 𝑫𝒆𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒓 – the basics of who/what/why 2.     𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒏 𝑪𝒂𝒏𝒗𝒂𝒔 𝑮𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒐𝒓 – the best tool to get a 30,000ft view of your idea 3.     𝑼𝒔𝒆𝒓 𝑷𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒂 / 𝑰𝑪𝑷 – Make sure you know who you’re selling to, and why 4.     𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒐𝒓 𝑷𝒊𝒕𝒄𝒉 𝑮𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒐𝒓 – if you can’t succinctly say what you do, you’re not ready yet 5.     𝑷𝒊𝒕𝒄𝒉 𝑫𝒆𝒄𝒌 𝑮𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒐𝒓 – build an initial draft of your deck, the way Investors want So many times have I seen budding #entrepreneurs not knowing how to even start on their #startup. Well, now you have a great starting point! 🗺 𝑨𝑳𝑺𝑶 – we won’t save/resell/steal your ideas! Everything you do will be saved on your local computer only! 🔏 #leancanvas #elevatorpitch #vc #llm #zerotoone #pitchdeck

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🤔 So… what’s on the agenda for Content Israel 2024? Our schedule is packed full of every content-related topic under the Israeli sun! 👉 We’ll be covering how to create compelling content, distribute it effectively, and measure its success. Our speakers will also address challenges like content saturation and maintaining brand integrity, all in the context of a fast-evolving marketing landscape. Take a look at the schedule and tell us: which session are you looking forward to most?? 👉 Everwall and giveaway - post about the event and make your way onto the Everwall for a chance to win 3 grand prizes from our partner ZoecialMedia - Organic Social Media for Tech Brands 🏆🏆🏆 😱 Wait, you haven’t even registered yet? Over 250 people have already signed up and tickets are limited! Now’s the time!! And we have a discount code too. Use code IA25 for 25% off your ticket >> https://contentisrael.com/ #ContentIsrael #ContentMarketing #DigitalMarketing #Marketing

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Steve Jobs' Legacy vs. Apple Today: Would He Agree? As Apple faces allegations of sending employee donations to organizations with ties to the Israeli army and illegal settlements, one must ask: Would Steve Jobs, the visionary who revolutionized technology, stand by Apple's current actions? A recent report revealed that Apple fully covers wages for employees who go to serve in the Israeli military, directly supporting the atrocities taking place in Gaza. These donations reportedly fund military activities and illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank, despite Apple's stated commitment to human rights. With accusations of human rights violations, including torture and extrajudicial killings against Palestinians, Apple’s actions stand in stark contrast to the values Jobs championed. Would Jobs have allowed his company to perpetuate such horrors, or would he have used his platform for justice and compassion? It's time to reflect: How did we go from innovation and humanity to enabling genocide? #Apple #SteveJobs #CorporateAccountability #HumanRights #BoycottApple #WarCrimes #FreePalestine #EndApartheid https://lnkd.in/gBj-Wnbm __________________      ____________________    __________________ ENTITY (noun): A force or organization so devoid of humanity that it systematically commits atrocities and hides behind shallow justifications, a symbol of destruction, violence, and pure evil that must be eradicated from the human collective. DO NOT ask me again if I condemned October 7th!!! #BlockTheEmbassies United Nations International Criminal Court International Court of Justice (ICJ) INTERPOL United Nations Office at Geneva World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT)

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🚨 24-hour countdown! 🚨 Tomorrow, we're pulling back the curtain on how Israeli startups can ace #SOC2 compliance without breaking a sweat. And it’s all happening in Hebrew! Ready to see how Scytale can transform your compliance game? Join us for a live demo with Matan Ephron, our compliance solutions consultant, who’ll walk you through: • The must-know secrets of SOC 2 compliance for Israeli companies • A foolproof roadmap to SOC 2 compliance • A live tour of our platform that automates the SOC 2 process  • Expert tips on how we handle your audit-readiness from start to finish Don’t miss this chance to get ahead of the game. Set your alarms and get ready to level up your compliance game with us. 🚀 See you tomorrow! Register here: eu1.hubs.ly/H0cm8sn0

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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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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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Episode #5: Vivothreads - Fabric providing defense against harmful bacteria. Don’t miss this 90 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 Avi Rosenzweig #whatsnextinisraeltech

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"𝗬𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗺'𝘀 𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗥 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁." Yotam Tzuker, CEO and co-founder of Team Me, is featured on Calcalist כלכליסט's Growth+ project, where he met with Ronni Zehavi, CEO and co-founder of HiBob. They explored the challenges faced by early-stage startups over the past seven months and discussed how tough times foster resilience. Dive into their conversation through the link in the comments. Guy Katsovich | Yair Vardi | Poalim Tech #growth #PortfolioCompany #startups

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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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Finaloop’s $35M funding round will change e-commerce! 📈 • 💸 Finaloop raised $35M in Series A funding, led by Lightspeed Venture Partners. • 📍 Based in New York with R&D in Tel Aviv. • 👨‍💼 CEO Lioran Pinchevski, former PwC accountant, founded the company. • 📊 E-commerce projected to surpass $6T in sales this year. • 🛠 Finaloop offers automated bookkeeping and inventory management. • 💰 SaaS pricing starts at $65/month, with options for tax solutions. • 🚀 Customer base grew by 400%, managing $13B in GMV. • 🌐 Integrates with Amazon, Walmart, TikTok, and more. • 📈 Positioned as a critical tool for small e-commerce businesses. ~~~ ✍️How will Finaloop’s $35M funding impact e-commerce? ♻️ Reshare if this resonates with you. 💌 Subscribe to MarketMaze for more insights. Link in bio. #Finaloop #ecommerce #accounting

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Amazing accomplishments by our portfolio companies Silverfort, Coralogix, and Mixtiles on being ranked in top positions by Dun & Bradstreet’s #Duns100 rankings on the Best Israeli Startups to work for! 🏆🎉 🔒 Silverfort: For the third consecutive year, ranked as the #1 Best Start-Up To Work For over 100 Employees! A testament to their incredible culture of innovation, inclusivity, and growth. 🟢 Coralogix: A powerhouse in AI-powered observability and log analytics, recognized for fostering a dynamic and rewarding workplace where employees thrive. 🖼️ Mixtiles: Revolutionizing interior design while building a culture that’s creative, supportive, and empowering. This recognition highlights the visionary leadership and outstanding teams behind these companies who work tirelessly to build environments where innovation and collaboration flourish. If you’re looking to join a company where culture and growth go hand in hand, explore their open positions via the link below. Here’s to many more milestones ahead for these exceptional companies! 🔍 #BestStartupsToWork #Duns100 #Innovation #Silverfort #Coralogix #Mixtiles #CultivatingGrowth

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