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Chevron launches Israel energy-tech accelerator for early stage startups

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:52:11 GMT

Chevron Studio Israel will fund and mentor early-stage technologies from Israeli universities and research institutions, with a focus on AI, cybersecurity, hydrogen, and lower-carbon energy solutions.

Bank Leumi ranks second in MENA region for innovation, first in Israel for AI implementation

BY TOBIAS HOLCMAN — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:12:20 GMT

Bank Leumi has been one of the pioneers of the AI revolution in Israel. I am proud that the significant efforts we are investing in AI are bearing fruit,” said Leumi’s CEO Hanan Friedman.

Blue Origin launch pad repairs could take 'serious time', NASA chief says - report

BY REUTERS — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:54:18 GMT

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman told CNBC that a goal to have the launch pad fixed by 2028 was "within the realm" of possibility.

'Putting profits over safety': Florida A-G sues OpenAI over 'harm caused to Floridians' - report

BY TOBIAS HOLCMAN — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:22:53 GMT

"The rise of OpenAI is attributable to a web of deceit and the exploitation of users, leveraging their data and safety to boost OpenAI’s market value at unacceptable costs,” said the complaint.

El Al launches direct, 15-hour-long flight to San Francisco from Tel Aviv for next fall

BY ZIV REINSTEIN AND REUTERS — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:30:21 GMT

It chose LY49 as the flight number for the 15-hour flights, which will happen three times a week, in homage to the San Francisco 49ers football team.

After October 7th, we thought no one would want to come here- we were wrong

BY IN COOPERATION WITH THE ISRAEL EXPERIENCE — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:37:45 GMT

An interview with Sharon Shlomo, the CEO of The Israel Experience.

Amid shekel-dollar crisis: Hi-tech sector gains strength as Israel's main export with 58% in 2025

BY TOBIAS HOLCMAN — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:10:22 GMT

The trend is driven mainly by the sector's dominance of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) projects, which export these services overseas and are highly dependent on foreign-currency income.

Stocks shake off Iran jitters as AI pushes market up, even amid oil climbs and Hormuz crisis

BY REUTERS — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:57:49 GMT

The MSCI All-World index was up 0.13% to trade around record highs, as markets from Tokyo to Seoul traded at or near all-time peaks, underpinned by avid demand for anything AI-related.

Israeli ministries move to block $4.2 billion sale of ZIM over security concerns

BY THE MEDIA LINE STAFF — Sun, 31 May 2026 22:54:24 GMT

The opposition centers on a deal approved by ZIM shareholders at the end of April under which the company would be acquired for $4.2 billion, roughly $1 billion above its current market valuation.

Israel’s mobility sector forecasts what inventions can actually deploy and when

BY GABRIEL COLODRO/THE MEDIA LINE — Sun, 31 May 2026 22:10:17 GMT

Elon Musk praised Israel’s innovation, yet the Smart Mobility Summit’s focus kept returning to the hard problems of regulation, infrastructure, public trust, and moving on from the pilot stage.

Haredim making headway in hi-tech: Projects to introduce ultra-Orthodox to workforce see success

BY GREER FAY CASHMAN — Sun, 31 May 2026 22:04:06 GMT

According to Moshe Friedman, co-founder and CEO of Kama Tech, there are some 15,000 haredim currently employed in Israel’s hi-tech industries.

Amdocs to lay off 3,000 employees

BY MEYTAL VAIZBERG/GLOBES/TNS — Sun, 31 May 2026 14:54:08 GMT

The entire technology industry is experiencing aggressive cuts, partly due to the changes brought about by AI.

Tech industry mutating before our eyes

BY MEYTAL VAIZBERG/GLOBES/TNS — Sun, 31 May 2026 14:44:25 GMT

High-tech 2026 looks completely different from what we knew just a few years ago. Fewer management layers, fewer large teams, and a great deal more automation.

Start-Up Ethiopia: Addis Ababa takes a page from Israel's innovation playbook

BY ALEX WINSTON — Sat, 30 May 2026 15:59:23 GMT

DIPLOMATIC AFFAIRS: Ethiopia is looking to Israel’s Start-Up Nation model as it builds its own AI sector and strengthens technological cooperation.

Blue Origin faces months of delays after rocket explosion damages launch pad, experts say

BY REUTERS — Sat, 30 May 2026 15:43:27 GMT

A Blue Origin booster called "No, It's Necessary" - a nod to a line from the film Interstellar - was wrecked in the incident on Thursday, and the launch pad was "practically destroyed," experts said.

How nonlinear careers could drive Jerusalem’s hi-tech rise

BY AARON GLICK — Fri, 29 May 2026 21:46:34 GMT

At American Innovation Forum in Jerusalem, business leaders say discipline, risk-taking, and adaptability are key to the capital’s hi-tech future.

Your Taxes: Trump’s tax amnesty raises questions for Israeli taxpayers

BY LEON HARRIS — Fri, 29 May 2026 16:29:44 GMT

Trump’s tax settlement casts a spotlight on Israel’s tax amnesty program, its limits, and the risks facing taxpayers without full documentation.

Your Investments: Aaron’s menorah teaches us patience is key to long-term wealth

BY AARON KATSMAN — Fri, 29 May 2026 16:29:18 GMT

Aaron’s menorah offers a timeless lesson in patience, showing how lasting financial success is built through discipline, consistency, and time.

New construction giant: Shoval acquires Yitzhak Stern in industry-changing deal

BY OFER PETERSBURG — Thu, 28 May 2026 17:43:08 GMT

Shoval Engineering Group is expanding its execution arm through the acquisition of veteran builder Yitzhak Stern, strengthening its position in housing, urban renewal and logistics projects.

Wix cuts 20% of its employees citing shekel-dollar exchange rate, AI implementation

BY TOBIAS HOLCMAN — Thu, 28 May 2026 15:06:17 GMT

According to the CEO, the fact that the company has shekel-dominated costs and dollar-denominated revenue made it impossible to keep its current operations running without cutting back.

Why AI could create the next wave of Israeli unicorns

Thu, 28 May 2026 14:11:35 GMT

Dr. Michael Gofman discusses the Jerusalem Research Center for Artificial Intelligence in Organizations, its mission, and how AI will redefine education, industry, and innovation in Israel.

UVeye scales automated vehicle‑inspection tech across global automotive markets

BY ANNA AHRONHEIM — Thu, 28 May 2026 12:29:33 GMT

The drive-thru system that uses computer vision and deep learning to provide precise, data-driven insights about anomalies passing through its system-providing a full report in less than one minute

Now is the time for a multilateral Abraham Accords framework - opinion

BY NILAYA MAGIDISH — Thu, 28 May 2026 12:16:18 GMT

A multilateral approach to defense cooperation is therefore essential and should be a pivotal part of deepening the Abraham Accords.

Leviathan production capacity exceeds expectations

BY IDAN ERETZ/GLOBES/TNS — Thu, 28 May 2026 09:50:55 GMT

This will allow the Leviathan partners to significantly increase their production, which will be available for both the domestic economy and export.

Etihad Airways to launch 42 weekly flights to Tel Aviv, highest number in airline's network

BY ASHER SMITH — Thu, 28 May 2026 08:30:42 GMT

With 6 daily flights between Tel Aviv and Abu Dhabi, the Israel-UAE route will become the most frequently traveled route in Etihad’s network.

China’s Gold Holdings Rise Again as Central Bank Extends Buying Streak

BY ERAN TAL — Wed, 27 May 2026 20:55:42 GMT

Gold ETFs stay strong while jewellery demand cools in seasonal shift

EU Ambassador Mr. Michael Mann and his senior team visit Ashdod port

BY IN COOPERATION WITH ASHDOD PORT — Wed, 27 May 2026 15:17:12 GMT

Ashdod Port hosted a senior delegation from the European Union this week, headed by the EU Ambassador to Israel, Michael Mann.

Behind the layoff headlines lies a more complex reality - opinion

BY SHAHAR HAZAN — Wed, 27 May 2026 14:25:22 GMT

It is very easy to blame AI for everything currently happening in the market, but the layoffs we are seeing are not driven solely by new tech

Shekel gains sharply despite interest rate cut

BY EITAN GERSTENFELD/GLOBES/TNS — Wed, 27 May 2026 13:21:50 GMT

The Iran war led to a 3.3% contraction in GDP (on an annualized basis) in the first quarter

Data centers take center stage as Keystone Infra posts solid Q1 2026

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 26 May 2026 20:58:55 GMT

As data centers become the backbone of the global economy, Israel's Keystone Infra is positioning itself as a key player in Israel's infrastructure sector