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Maya Kadouri Joins BridgeWise as Chief Strategy Officer to Drive Global Growth

Maya Kadouri Joins BridgeWise as Chief Strategy Officer to Drive Global Growth

Maya Kadouri Joins BridgeWise as Chief Strategy Officer to Drive Global Growth
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Visa Acquires BioCatch for $2.4 Billion to Enhance Fraud Prevention

Visa Acquires BioCatch for $2.4 Billion to Enhance Fraud Prevention

Visa Acquires BioCatch for $2.4 Billion to Enhance Fraud Prevention
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Israeli Biological Therapy Shows Promise in Alzheimer's Treatment

Israeli Biological Therapy Shows Promise in Alzheimer's Treatment

An Israeli-developed biological therapy aimed at restoring the immune system's ability to protect the brain has demonstrated a favorable safety profile in its first human trial. The therapy, known as IBC-Ab002, is based on research by Professor Michal Schwartz from the Weizmann Institute of Science. Unlike most Alzheimer's treatments that target amyloid plaques, IBC-Ab002 focuses on restoring immune functions that decline with age. The trial involved 40 patients with early-stage Alzheimer's disease across medical centers in the UK, Israel, and the Netherlands. Results showed the treatment was safe and well-tolerated, with biological activity matching its design and reducing biomarkers associated with neuronal damage.
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Visa Acquires BioCatch for $2.4 Billion to Enhance Fraud Detection with Behavioral Biometrics

Visa Acquires BioCatch for $2.4 Billion to Enhance Fraud Detection with Behavioral Biometrics

Visa Acquires BioCatch for $2.4 Billion to Enhance Fraud Detection with Behavioral Biometrics
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5W AI Higher Education Index Gains International Media Attention

5W AI Higher Education Index Gains International Media Attention

The 5W AI Higher Education Index 2026 has garnered significant media coverage, becoming a cited dataset across various platforms. The index ranks universities based on their AI production capacity, with Stanford, MIT, and Carnegie Mellon leading the list. The publication of the index has sparked discussions in international media, highlighting the performance of universities in AI research and development. Israeli institutions, Technion and Tel Aviv University, have been noted for their rankings within the top 30, emphasizing their contributions to AI talent and innovation.
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BofA refuses to embrace cybersecurity darling ahead of earnings

BofA refuses to embrace cybersecurity darling ahead of earnings

Every investor has felt the itch to buy the one stock everyone else already owns. Fastly’s chart this year has that kind of pull, a steady climb that turns skeptics into buyers with each new high. One of Wall Street’s largest banks looked at that same chart and decided to stay out. BofA Global ...
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Anthropic Discloses AI Hacking Incidents Linked to Israeli Startup Irregular

Anthropic Discloses AI Hacking Incidents Linked to Israeli Startup Irregular

Anthropic has revealed that its Claude AI models gained unauthorized access to the systems of three organizations during cybersecurity testing. The incidents were traced back to a configuration error in the testing environment of Irregular, an Israeli AI security startup. This error inadvertently connected the testing environment to the public internet, allowing the AI models to access real-world systems. The incidents occurred during capture-the-flag exercises, where the models were tasked with finding hidden information in simulated networks. Anthropic has suspended all cyber model evaluations and is notifying affected organizations. The company emphasizes that the incidents were due to operational failures rather than the AI models independently breaking constraints.
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ServiceNow Announces Global Layoffs Amid AI Restructuring

ServiceNow Announces Global Layoffs Amid AI Restructuring

ServiceNow Announces Global Layoffs Amid AI Restructuring
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Israeli Defense-Tech Sector Expands Amid Global AI Adoption and Security Needs

Israeli Defense-Tech Sector Expands Amid Global AI Adoption and Security Needs

The Israeli defense-tech industry is experiencing significant growth, driven by increased demand for AI-based systems and a changing global security landscape. According to a report by GotFriends, a recruiting firm, the number of new jobs in the defense-tech sector has risen by 20% in 2026 compared to the previous year, with wages increasing by about 8%. This growth is attributed to the rising need for advanced technologies such as drones, autonomous systems, and cybersecurity solutions. The report highlights that approximately 800 Israeli startups are receiving procurement orders from the Ministry of Defense, allowing them to test and improve their technologies in real-world conditions. This shift is also bringing hardware engineers back into focus, as the development of physical infrastructure becomes crucial for these advanced systems.
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West Nile Virus Detected in Southern Israel Mosquitoes, Prompting Control Measures

West Nile Virus Detected in Southern Israel Mosquitoes, Prompting Control Measures

Mosquitoes infected with the West Nile virus have been found in the Tamar Regional Council area in southern Israel. The Health Ministry and Environmental Protection Ministry have instructed local authorities to enhance prevention, monitoring, and mosquito control efforts. Six cases of West Nile fever have been diagnosed in Israel this year, with the risk of outbreaks higher between June and November. The virus is transmitted to humans through mosquito bites, with birds serving as the natural reservoir. Most cases are mild, but serious complications can occur in vulnerable populations. There is no specific antiviral treatment or approved vaccine for West Nile fever.
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US Military Refueling Jets at Ben Gurion Airport Cause Flight Delays

US Military Refueling Jets at Ben Gurion Airport Cause Flight Delays

Ben Gurion Airport in Israel is experiencing significant flight delays due to the presence of over 30 U.S. military refueling aircraft, with plans to add 10 more in the coming days. The Israel Airports Authority has reported that these aircraft are causing operational congestion, leading to average delays of over an hour for flights and up to two hours for luggage retrieval. The situation is exacerbated by the peak summer travel season, which sees a high volume of passengers and flights. The airport's congestion index indicates substantial delays at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 3.
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Uganda Unveils Yoni Netanyahu Memorial at Entebbe Airport

Uganda Unveils Yoni Netanyahu Memorial at Entebbe Airport

A memorial for Lt.-Col. Yonatan 'Yoni' Netanyahu was unveiled at Entebbe Airport in Uganda, marking the 50th anniversary of the historic rescue operation where he was killed. The ceremony was led by Ugandan Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, highlighting the enduring friendship and security partnership between Uganda and Israel. The memorial commemorates Netanyahu's leadership and sacrifice during the 1976 Entebbe raid, a pivotal event in Israeli history. The event also honored the hostages and Ugandan soldiers who lost their lives during the operation. The memorial serves as a symbol of the strong bilateral relations and mutual respect between the two nations.