Best Israeltech Podcasts (2025)

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Iran Bombed Their Office, but AI21 Labs Keeps Building AI in Israel ft. Ori Goshen 43:08

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Iran tried to destroy them. AI21 Labs kept building. Ori Goshen, Co-CEO of AI21 Labs, joins IsraelTech to talk about AI, war, and the future of Israel’s place in the global AI race. In this interview, you’ll see: - How AI21 Labs kept building even after a missile strike hit near their office - Why Ori says “AI doomsday” fears are overblown and what…

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Turning DNA Into Everyday Products ft. Eran Miller from MNDL Bio 9:20

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DNA Is the New Assembly Line From insulin to spider silk, synthetic biology is already reshaping what we eat, wear, and use - and you probably don’t even know it. The next leap? Taking biomanufacturing beyond pharma and into everything from sustainable food to lab-grown materials. That’s where MNDL Bio comes in, solving the biggest bottleneck: maki…

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FinTech Grows, Even If Banks Don’t ft. Adi Levanon from Selah Ventures 54:06

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Most people think cyber is Israel’s crown jewel, but is FinTech quietly winning the long game? Adi Levanon is the founder of Selah Ventures and one of the few solo GPs shaking up Israel’s VC scene. In this episode, she shares why FinTech - not cyber - might be Israel’s best-kept secret, how she wrote her first $500K check without flinching, and wha…

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Pitch Deck Secrets They Won’t Tell You ft. Nina Raab from LionRun Consulting 33:38

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JUST DROPPED: An incredible conversation with Nina Raab of LionRun Consulting about the REAL secrets of startup fundraising! Nina’s story? She made Aliyah 1.5 years ago and built a 10-person consultancy from Tel Aviv to NYC. Now she helps seed to Series B startups raise serious cash - and 40% of her clients are Israeli. 🇮🇱 What blew us away: - Most…

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Over 9,000 kilometers away, but still in control ft. Aviv Shapira from Xtend 33:41

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No pilots? No GPS? No problem! Xtend CEO Aviv Shapira is building the most advanced AI drone systems in the world - and they're already being used in Gaza, Lebanon, and Ukraine. We sat down with Aviv at Xtend HQ to break down: 🧠 How AI pilots can fly swarms of drones autonomously 🏙️ Why GPS-denied environments are no longer a limitation 🛰️ What rea…

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He built it to FIX WHAT AI KEEPS BREAKING ft. Meni Shmueli from DataFlint 5:58

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AI Can Write Code. But It Can’t Optimize It. That blindspot? Meni Shmueli built DataFlint to fix it. After years in Unit 81 and deep in the trenches of AI and big data, Meni saw the problem firsthand: GitHub Copilot and friends can generate code, but when it hits real-world scale - production clusters, terabytes of data, performance bottlenecks - t…

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Tomorrow’s Tech? Already Funding It! ft. Yuval Illuz from OurCrowd 34:04

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What happens when you mix a CISO’s vigilance with a VC’s capital? You get OurCrowd. Yuval Illuz didn’t come up through the VC boys’ club. He built his career defending critical infrastructure, leading global cyber teams, and mastering AI long before it was trending. Now? He’s backing startups that win wars - economic and literal. 💥 Israel’s most ac…

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Building the Future for Israeli Olim [Immigrants] in Tech ft. Abbey Onn from Nevo Network 31:12

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Why do so many talented immigrants leave Israel within just a few years? Abbey Onn, Executive Director of Nevo Network, joins IsraelTech to expose a challenge most don’t talk about: one in three English-speaking Olim leave Israel within three years and it’s often because they can’t find their footing professionally. Nevo is changing that by creatin…

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Cyber Protection for a Smart World. ft. Esti Peshin from Israel Aerospace Industries 43:23

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What happens when AI gets hacked and it controls your car, your city, your reality? Esti Peshin, one of the top cyber minds in Israel and the General Manager of IAI’s Cyber Division, isn’t here to predict the future, she is here to build it and protect it. In this exclusive IsraelTech interview with Yoel Israel, Esti talks about the intersection of…

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This Israeli Startup Is Mapping the Future in 3D ft. Omer David Keilaf from Innoviz Technologies 32:37

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Is Tesla bluffing about full self-driving? Omer Keilaf, co-founder and CEO of Innoviz, joins IsraelTech to explain why LIDAR - not cameras - is the key to safe autonomy. ith over 20 years of experience building life-changing technologies and a background in Israel’s elite Unit 81, Omer isn’t only shaping the future, he’s already living in it. From …

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Defense Tech Is Israel’s Future – Like It or Not ft. Little Leshem from Protego Ventures 48:49

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Meet Lital Leshem, the battlefield-tested investor reshaping Israel’s defense tech future. From Gaza to global VC, Lital is now leading a $150M fund investing in unmanned systems, AI, sensors, and satellite comms — and she’s not shy about what’s broken in our defense ecosystem or who’s to blame. 🎙️ In this punchy, no-holds-barred sit-down with Yoel…

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Turning the Desert Into a Global Innovation Sandbox ft. Sivan Cohen Shachari 47:33

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What if the world’s harshest climates became the next frontier for solving humanity’s biggest challenges? In this episode of IsraelTech, Yoel Israel sits down with Sivan Cohen Shachari, VP of Innovation at The DeserTech & Climate Innovation Center, to explore how Israel’s Negev desert is becoming a global proving ground for climate resilience and s…

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From First Check to Founders' Best Friend ft. Rona Segev from TLV Partners on Building Without Limits 41:23

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Stop choosing. Just do everything you want. In this episode of IsraelTech, host Yoel Israel sits down with the legendary Rona Segev, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at TLV Partners - one of Israel’s most influential VCs backing the country’s most promising deep tech and AI-driven startups. Rona shares her unfiltered thoughts on: 🚀 What she really l…

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Is your business ready for the AI revolution ft. Inna Tokarev Sela from illumex 37:18

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Is Israel Missing the AI Train - Or Secretly Building the Future? We sat down with Inna Tokarev Sela, founder and CEO of illumex.ai, in the heart of Tel Aviv to talk about why most enterprise decisions still aren’t based on data - and how that’s finally about to change. From building her career at SAP and Sisense to launching illumex and pioneering…

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Inside the Mind of Israel's Top VC ft. Chemi Peres from Pitango 1:06:58

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🇮🇱 Legacy, Leadership & the Future of Israeli Innovation | Chemi Peres on IsraelTech What does it mean to carry the Peres name in today’s Israel - and what does the future of defense, venture capital, and peacebuilding look like through the eyes of someone shaping all three? In this rare sit-down, Chemi Peres - Managing Partner & Co-Founder of Pita…

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Iron Nation's Fight to Save Israeli Startups ft. Jason Wolf 46:15

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ISRAELI TECH’S SECRET WEAPON: TOO BOLD FOR BUSINESS OR BUILT TO WIN? In this hard-hitting conversation, we sit down with Jason Wolf, Co Founder & Managing Partner at Iron Nation, to talk about what really makes Israeli startups unstoppable - and why the global investment world is sleeping on some of the best deals out there. 💰 The $20M fund that ke…

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The Next Big Thing in Tech ft. Hillel Fuld 1:08:35

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Hillel Fuld is back - and he’s got a message for Israeli startups: Wake up. Hillel Fuld is back! As IsraelTech’s first-ever return guest, Hillel joins us for an unfiltered, no-BS conversation about the state of Israeli tech, scaling startups, and what founders keep getting wrong. Named by Forbes as “The man transforming Startup Nation to Scale-up N…

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How UpWest is redefining success for Israeli Startup in America ft. Lia Cromwell 50:59

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Israeli Founders: Want to Crack the U.S. Market? This VC Thinks You’re Doing It Wrong. 💥 Israel’s startup founders are among the best in the world, but when it comes to scaling in the U.S., the playbook isn’t always clear. Lia Cromwell, Partner at UpWest, sits down with IsraelTech to reveal what most Israeli entrepreneurs get wrong about breaking i…

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Why Magenta is the Nexus of Israeli Innovation ft. Ran Levitzky 23:15

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From Microsoft to Magenta VC: Ran Levitzky’s Journey in Israeli Tech 🇮🇱💡 What does it take to spot and invest in the next wave of Israeli unicorns? Ran Levitzky, Co-Founder & General Partner at Magenta Venture Partners, has spent years shaping the Israeli tech ecosystem from every angle—software engineering at Microsoft, product leadership at Googl…

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Tech Meets Disaster—Can Tech Tame the Flames? ft. Gadi Benjamini from FireDome 41:59

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Wildfires are getting worse. Can Israeli tech stop them before they spread? In this explosive sit-down, we talk with Gadi Benjamini, Co-Founder & CEO of FireDome, a startup that’s taking an Iron Dome-style approach to wildfire defense. With AI-powered fire suppression systems, FireDome detects, contains, and stops fires before they destroy homes an…

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Inside Google's Startup Secrets ft. Yuval Passov from Google for Startups 35:18

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🌍 Innovation at its Core: Yuval Passov Talks Startups, Tech, and Resilience! 🌍 In this exciting sit-down with IsraelTech, we had the honor of speaking with Yuval Passov, the visionary Head of Google for Startups, who’s spent over a decade shaping startup ecosystems across Israel, Africa, and the Middle East Yuval dives deep into his journey from fo…

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8200's Hidden Network: The Influence You Never Knew Existed ft. Chen Shmilo from 8200 Alumni Association 43:42

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8200 isn’t just a unit; it’s Israel’s tech engine—and a global force Yoel Israel sits down with Chen Shmilo, CEO of the 8200 Alumni Association, to uncover how Unit 8200 alumni are shaping Israel’s tech ecosystem and driving innovation across the globe. A visionary builder, CEO of the 8200 Alumni Association, and Fulbright alumnus. With over half a…

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Shocking VC Revelations Inside the Rise of Tech Empire w/ Asaf Horesh - Vintage Investment Partners 52:02

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What Keeps Israeli Tech in the Lead?💻 Curious about what’s driving Israeli tech forward? We sat down with Asaf Horesh, Managing Partner at Vintage Investment Partners, for an inside look at the venture capital scene. From his time at Wharton and BCG to leading at Vintage, Asaf shared: 💡 How Israeli tech is bouncing back after October 7th. 🌍 Why res…

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Breaking Down Borders: Israeli Tech's Expansion into Global Markets w/ Nancy Shapira of Gartner 49:04

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Israeli startups don't wait for permission—they move fast, break barriers, and redefine what's possible. But what makes Israel's tech ecosystem truly unstoppable? 🌍 In a recent IsraelTech chat with Nancy Shapira from Gartner—an industry leader with 20+ years in marketing—we explored why Israeli cyber and fintech ecosystems are the strongest and mos…

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The Fight for Israel's Economic Liberation ft. Gilad Alper 1:17:54

10M ago1:17:54

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IsraelTech is proud to partner with HaGesher Group, a trusted partner of Israeli tech companies looking to recruit in the U.S. For more information on our partner HaGesher Group, you can go to https://hageshergroup.com Is Israel's Overregulation Choking Its Future? 🔍 In an eye-opening interview, Gilad Alper—former member of Israel’s National Econom…

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Tech Hype or Reality? Ft. James Spiro 53:48

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IsraelTech is proud to partner with HaGesher Group, a trusted partner of Israeli tech companies looking to recruit in the U.S. For more information on our partner HaGesher Group, you can go to https://hageshergroup.com From Startup Nation to Scale-Up Nation: A Visionary Conversation 🌐🇮🇱 “Why do I need this?” 🤔 The question that could make or break …

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Building Bridges in Israeli Tech Ecosystem w/ Yariv Lotan from Startup Nation Central 55:18

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IsraelTech is proud to partner with HaGesher Group, a trusted partner of Israeli tech companies looking to recruit in the U.S. For more information on our partner HaGesher Group, you can go to https://hageshergroup.com From Startup Nation to Scale-Up Nation: A Visionary Conversation 🌐🇮🇱 What’s next for Israeli tech? Yariv Lotan, VP of Product, Deve…

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Can Your Business Handle the Truth About Innovation? Ft. Yaron Flint 44:56

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IsraelTech is proud to partner with HaGesher Group, a trusted partner of Israeli tech companies looking to recruit in the U.S. For more information on our partner HaGesher Group, you can go to https://hageshergroup.com Can Your Business Handle the Truth About Innovation? 🌍✨ Forget cookie-cutter answers—Yaron Flint’s mission is to flip the script on…

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Building Momentum Like A Surfer Riding The Wind Ft. Lavi Ferdman from Upwind 52:00

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IsraelTech is proud to partner with HaGesher Group, a trusted partner of Israeli tech companies looking to recruit in the U.S. For more information on our partner HaGesher Group, you can go to https://hageshergroup.com Building momentum like a surfer riding the wind with Upwind Co-Founder Lavi FerdmanYoel recently sat down with Lavi Ferdman, Co-Fou…

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Israeli Tech Marketing - The Growth behind The Business ft. Sophie Melnik & Shiri Grosbard from GCMO 1:06:54

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Budget cuts, military reserves, and still hitting marketing goals? Sophie Melnik and Shiri Grossbard, the founders of GCMO, show how it’s done. 💪 Yoel sat down with these powerhouse leaders—Sophie Melnik, a seasoned CMO known for her innovative global marketing strategies, and Shiri Grosbard, an entrepreneur with a talent for employer branding and …

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The Future of Space Innovation Starts Here Ft. Assaf Wise from Earth & Beyond Ventures 50:51

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🌍🌌 What happens when Israeli innovation meets space exploration? Join Assaf Wise, CTO of Earth & Beyond Ventures, as he sits down with IsraelTech for an exclusive deep dive into how Israeli startups are leading the charge in satellite technology, defense systems, and groundbreaking deep tech. With over 23 years of experience, including serving in t…

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Mentorship, Israeli Startups & Global Success ft. Barak Schoster Goihman from Battery Ventures 37:10

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Battery Ventures - The best-looking VC crew around? You bet. 😎 But there's more to this global fund than meets the eye. The real focus of the firm is on building long-term relationships with startups, mentoring them, and offering a large support system with endless knowledge. We sat down with Barak Schoster Goiman, partner at Battery Ventures, who …

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Why Israel is the Tech Innovation Hub ft. Hanan Brand from Israel Innovation Authority 54:53

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Want to know what it takes to build a startup in Israel's thriving tech scene? Get ready to be inspired! We sat down with Hanan Brand, the powerhouse behind Israel's startup scene. As Vice President and Head of the Startup Division at the Israel Innovation Authority, Hanan is the driving force behind the government's support for hundreds of groundb…

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Spent years building industry-leading companies ft. Hila Zigman from Cyberstarts 37:00

1y ago37:00

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Dreaming of building a cybersecurity empire? Hila Zigman, a seasoned entrepreneur turned General Partner, knows the challenges firsthand. As a Co-founder and now General Partner at Cyberstarts, the world's first VC firm backed by cyber entrepreneurs, she's seen it all. In this exclusive interview with IsraelTech, Hila shares invaluable insights on:…

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Startup Whisperer & Investor Powerhouse at Arieli Capital Ft. Hilla Ovil-Brenner 46:06

1y ago46:06

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🌟 Meet Hilla Ovil-Brenner: Startup Whisperer & Investor Powerhouse at Arieli Capital! 🚀✨ About Hilla Ovil-Brenner: Hilla is a force in the startup world with over 20 years of experience. She has been: >> Former Managing Director of Techstars Tel Aviv Accelerator >> Investor, 3x Entrepreneur, and Startup Mentor >> Champion for the Israeli Startup Ec…

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They make data analytics revolutionary! ft. Ami Gal from SQream 51:56

1y ago51:56

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What if you could analyze massive datasets in record time? SQream makes data analytics revolutionary – see how. SQream leads the charge in Big Data and AI analytics acceleration, harnessing GPU technology to deliver rapid data insights across global enterprises. For over a decade, SQream has empowered industries with cutting-edge solutions that red…

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Cutting-edge ideas into industry-disrupting technologies ft. Alon Leibovich from Intel Ignite 57:13

1y ago57:13

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Did you know you could revolutionize the future with Intel Ignite for Deep Tech Startups? We had an amazing time interviewing Alon Leibovich, a powerhouse entrepreneur and leader. Alon’s raised tens of millions in financing and sealed deals with Fortune 500 companies. He’s built and scaled B2C and B2B businesses, using his organizational psychology…

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From Hacker to Founder ft. Tal Kollender from Gytpol 56:02

1+ y ago56:02

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From Pro Hacker to Security Guru Tal Kollender, CEO and Co-founder of Gytpol, is sharing her fascinating journey from professional hacker to leading cybersecurity expert in her interview with IsraelTech. Here's why you don't want to miss this: Tal's experience as a former hacker gives her a unique perspective on cybersecurity threats. Discover how …

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Say Goodbye to Spreadsheets ft. Yaniv Shor from 40:51

1+ y ago40:51

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Ready to forget spreadsheets and presentations for project management? Go beyond project management with Proggio! IsraelTech interviewed Yaniv Shor, CEO of Proggio, about the revolutionary platform that adapts to your ever-changing needs. Proggio isn't just a project management tool, it's a complete portfolio management solution built for scalabili…

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Redefining Product Security Excellence ft. Slava Bronfman from Cybellum 58:01

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Ever wondered how top brands stay cyber-secure? 🌐 Dive into our conversation with Slava Bronfman to learn about the innovative solutions driving industry standards in cybersecurity! 🛡️Cybellum creates a live digital replica of every software component within a device. This allows product security teams to manage cyber risks continuously and effecti…

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Accelerate your startup journey with Google ft. Janina Lax from Google Cloud 31:54

1+ y ago31:54

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Meet Google's driving force behind the vibrant startup ecosystem in Israel, Janina Lax. As the Head of the Early Stage Startups Program, Janina has dedicated over a decade to empowering innovators and reshaping the tech landscape. As a seasoned professional and alumna of Saïd Business School, she expertly guides startups through their foundational …

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Haredim In Hi-Tech ft. Yitzik Crombie from MeGo 1:16:21

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When people think about the hi-tech scene, ultra-Orthodox Jews [Haredi community] do not generally come to mind. However, in recent years, there is a growing contingent within the haredi world looking to integrate more. As a result, several fast-moving start-ups and organizations are coming to the fore. Yitzik's journey is a testament to bridging t…

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Cutting-edge tech safeguarding Large Language Models touchpoint ft Elad Schulman from Lasso Security 52:24

1+ y ago52:24

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There’s a New Sheriff in Town! Like any gold rush, the LLM revolution is an exciting target for cyber bandits who know how to exploit these weaknesses in your security posture. Don't worry because Lasso Security has you covered. Introducing our guest for the week, a serial entrepreneur and investor who turned into a digital sheriff. Elad Schulman, …

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Be the best choice investor for ambitious early-stage Israeli startup ft. Judah Taub 1:14:35

1+ y ago1:14:35

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In the fast-paced world of startups and entrepreneurship, the right support can make all the difference between success and stagnation. That's where Hetz Ventures, led by Co-founder and Managing Partner Judah Taub, comes in—a beacon of hope and opportunity for visionary minds seeking to revolutionize industries. Hetz empowers innovation and drives …

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Israel-based investment firm focused on early growth stage technology ft. Avery Schwartz 59:28

1+ y ago59:28

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Introducing our guest for the week 👉 Avery Schwartz, General Partner at Greenfield Partners. Greenfield Partners stands at the forefront of venture capital, distinguished by its strategic investments in transformative technology startups. They identify and nurture innovative companies becoming synonymous with success in the tech ecosystem. Its appr…

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Flow discovers, classifies & prevents data leaks at every stage ft. Jonathan Roizin 50:12

1+ y ago50:12

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🎙️Our latest interview with Jonathan Roizin, CEO, and Co-founder of Flow Security is live! Discover how Flow Security is revolutionizing the data security space with its innovative runtime-first approach. 🔍 Enterprises run on data, and Flow ensures its security at every stage - from at-rest data scanning to cloud scanning. With its groundbreaking e…

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How StageOne Ventures Supports Entrepreneurs in Achieving Their Vision ft. Tal Slobodkin 1:06:41

1+ y ago1:06:41

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Ready to learn about deep technology investments with Tal Slobodkin, Managing Partner at StageOne Ventures? Join us for an exclusive interview where we discuss the innovative strategies behind StageOne's $500M AUM VC fund. From seed to early-stage, they're revolutionizing B2B-focused companies with transformative deep technologies! Discover how Sta…

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Making audit automation simple ft. Eli Edry and Roni Beeri from AudITech 52:13

1+ y ago52:13

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Dive into the realm of the IT audit revolution with our latest interview featuring Eli Edry, Founder and CEO, and Roni Beeri, COO of AudITech. Join us as we unravel the secrets behind complete, self-service IT-audit independence, and continual compliance. AudITech is on a mission to transform internal IT audits into valuable, smart, and simple proc…

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Israel's Venture Capital in Climate Tech ft. Gil Shai of Meron Capital 1:03:01

1+ y ago1:03:01

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Introducing IsraelTech's first Israeli VC interview with Gil Shai from Meron VC Meron VC stands as a prominent venture capital firm, carving out a significant niche in the tech industry landscape with its strategic investments and forward-thinking approach. Specializing in early-stage startups, Meron VC not only provides the essential capital neede…

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World’s first AI-driven vCISO platform ft. David Primor 56:58

1+ y ago56:58

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Did you know that this brand is the world’s first AI-driven vCISO platform? Cynomi isn’t just another cybersecurity firm; it’s a revolutionary approach to protecting your digital assets. Under David Primor and Roy Azoulay's guidance, the company leverages cutting-edge AI technology to predict, prevent, and protect against cyber threats with unprece…