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Israeli national flags flutter in front of an office tower at a business park housing high tech companies, at Ofer Park in Petah Tikva.

Israel’s problem: Lots of jobs, not enough workers to fill them - analysis Unemployment is at a two-year low of 3.6%, about the same as in the United States but less than the 6.8% average in the European Union countries and the 5% rate in the OECD.

Tech & Start Ups

Visa, Nayax collaborate to have many taxis in Israel to accept payments without cash

The technology also allows the passenger to tip the taxi driver, rate the level of service of the ride and receive a digital receipt via text.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF

Cervello is here to protect trains from cyber threats

The company has developed a deliberate and tailored approach to railway cybersecurity.

By ZACHY HENNESSEY

AI facial recognition tech identifies rocker Geddy Lee’s mother in anonymous Holocaust photos

Rockstar Geddy Lee found never-before-seen photos of his mother’s family thanks to a new effort to apply artificial intelligence facial recognition technology to photographs from the Holocaust.

By Jackie Hajdenberg/JTA

Banking & Finance

How to meet the current capital-raising challenges

Soaring inflation, spiking interest rates, and the impact of the war in Ukraine on the global economy have all significantly affected the ability of start-ups to raise capital.

By RONNY SCHWARTZ DGANI

Attempts to scam immigrants in Israel have reached a new high

The Association of Banks is launching a comprehensive campaign to try to stop attempts to defraud thousands of people every day.

By YEHUDA SHARONI/MAARIV

Russia nearing first foreign default in over a century

If investors won't receive their payments by the Sunday night deadline, there will be an “event of default” on Monday morning, according to the bond documents.

By Roman Meitav

Market Data

Opinion

VARIOUS ISRAELI banknotes are displayed for an illustrative photo. The economy is well on its way to the pre-pandemic standards of budgetary discipline.

Despite political instability, Israel in healthy state for coming economic storm

Israel is expected to grow in 2022 by 4.8%, compared with 4.9% in the previous forecast – a minor decline that most Western countries would be more than willing to accept.

The flag of Switzerland flies on the dome of the Parliament Building (Bundeshaus), as the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues, in Bern, Switzerland, October 28, 2020.

Everything you need to know when opening a bank account in Switzerland

Swiss bank accounts promise stability, asset protection and confidentiality. But what are the risks that are involved and what do you need to consider before opening a Swiss bank account?

Eric J. Gertler

Transforming university campuses in urban areas in the 21st century

Academic institutions are best served when they think about themselves within the context of the larger communities in which they exist.

Energy & Infrastructure

Another significant spike in fuel prices in Israel

Tax reduction on fuel extended until the end of the year - Tax Authority

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF

Buses on a Public transport route in Jerusalem on March 16, 2020.

Israel's bus drivers to go on strike from Thursday afternoon to Friday

Bus drivers union leaders have argued that their pay is too low, and many instances of violence against drivers have prompted fears for their safety.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF

Real Estate

Are Israeli elections going to harm the construction industry?

There is concern that the upcoming Israeli elections will significantly reduce construction and lead to further increases in housing prices across Israel.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF

Clal Insurance purchases NIS 475 m. real estate project from Hagag Group

Clal Insurance and Finance entered into an agreement with the Hagag Group to purchase 75% of the land on which two shopping centers and residential buildings will be built.

By YEHUDA SHARONI/MAARIV

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