Monthly Archives: September 2013

Israel shines at IBC 2013

Posted on September 22, 2013

Almost 53,000 visitors attended IBC (International Broadcasting Convention) 2013 in Amsterdam and the Israeli pavilion was a constant hub of activity. Over 140 countries were represented and more than 100 meetings took place between Israeli exhibitors and UK representatives alone. … Continue reading →

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World Bank invests in another Israeli company

Posted on September 22, 2013

The World Bank’s International Finance Corporation (IFC) has invested $5 million in Tel Aviv-based DiViNetworks, a supplier of cloud-based broadband solutions to the world’s least developed countries. Two weeks ago, the World Bank invested in Israeli seed company Kaiima. http://www.globes.co.il/serveen/globes/docview.asp?did=1000880227

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F5 buys out Israeli security company

Posted on September 22, 2013

US giant F5 Networks has made its 4th Israeli acquisition with the purchase of Versafe. Versafe is a provider of web anti-fraud, anti-phishing, and anti-malware solutions. http://www.f5.com/about/news/f5-acquires-versafe/

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Samsung TVs are getting cleverer – with Israeli technology

Posted on September 22, 2013

(Thanks to Mike G) The world’s top “smart TV” manufacturer has bought Israel’s Boxee (in July). The Israeli technology will help Samsung integrate cable / satellite / terrestrial TV with Internet streaming services and record / playback capability. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-23170757

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Training US police bomb squad

Posted on September 22, 2013

(Thanks to Eli) A special team of bomb squad members from the Southwest Border was recently in Israel. They worked alongside their counterparts from the Israeli Police in an effort to improve the techniques and tactics that they use along … Continue reading →

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Charity brings Israeli technology to Kenyan farming

Posted on September 22, 2013

(Thanks to NoCamels.com) Israeli brothers Gilad and Yonatan Shilo founded Israel for Africa (IFA) to promote better sustainable agriculture in Kenya. IFA uses the knowledge and technological advances achieved in Israel to empower the people of Kenya. http://nocamels.com/2013/09/the-two-brothers-whose-charity-is-bringing-israeli-technology-to-kenyan-farming/

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Injured Syrian brought to Nahariya hospital for treatment

Posted on September 22, 2013

The wounded man was in moderate to critical condition and was receiving treatment at the Naharyia Medical Center. The Nahariya Hospital has treated 87 Syrians since the beginning of the internal Syria conflict. http://www.jpost.com/Breaking-News/Wounded-Syrian-brought-to-Nahariya-hospital-for-treatment-326339

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Discover “Jewish” art

Posted on September 22, 2013

Five Jerusalem venues will host the inaugural Jerusalem Biennale, a six-week contemporary art festival that seeks to combine the best in Jewish and contemporary art. More than 50 artists share a single goal: To show that Jewish art reaches far … Continue reading →

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The largest sukkah decoration

Posted on September 22, 2013

Youth groups from Haifa hope to qualify for the Guinness Book of World Records with the world’s longest paper chain – 88 km, consisting of pieces of recycled paper folded and stapled together. Decorated paper chains are a popular feature … Continue reading →

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Zubin Mehta receives honorary Technion doctorate

Posted on September 22, 2013

Maestro conductor Dr Zubin Mehta received the honor for his “contribution to the betterment of Israel and the entire world with the magic of music”. Israel’s Nobel Prize laureate Dan Shechtman conducted the Israeli Philharmonic Orchestra as Dr Mehta was … Continue reading →

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