Monthly Archives: September 2014

Ericsson buys Fabrix

Posted on September 21, 2014

Electronics giant Ericsson is buying Israel’s Fabrix for $95 million.  Fabrix specializes in cloud storage and computing and network-based video delivery.  Cablevision Systems uses Fabrix to help power its network-based Multi-Room DVR product that allows customers to simultaneously record 15 … Continue reading →

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New national technical innovation authority

Posted on September 21, 2014

Israel is establishing a new hi-tech authority, under the Office of the Chief Scientist, to enhance Israeli innovation and bolster economic growth. http://www.globes.co.il/en/article-bennett-unveils-plan-to-revamp-aid-to-israels-tech-industry-1000971036

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Matchmaking Israeli and Indian companies

Posted on September 21, 2014

Israel’s Economic Office in Delhi held a seminar “Indo-Israel Cooperation in Water Security & Waste Water Management”.  India’s largest Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) companies met 15 Israeli water technology companies.  The event generated much interest. http://israelnewtech.com/2014/09/india-israel-cooperation-water-arena-poised-major-advancement/

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Securing business in the USA

Posted on September 21, 2014

Two Israeli cyber security companies (Sentrix and Secure Islands) have been successful in raising funds to expand into North America. http://www.globes.co.il/en/article-web-protection-co-sentrix-raises-6m-1000972717

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Bank of Israel’s governor gets an “A”

Posted on September 21, 2014

“Global Finance” magazine has named Governor of the Bank of Israel, Karnit Flug, as one of the seven best central bank governors in the world.  The magazine gave Flug an “A” rating – higher than the heads of the central … Continue reading →

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Lady Gaga duets with Tony Bennett

Posted on September 21, 2014

Another one of those “Only in Israel” events.  Lady Gaga put on a show at Tel Aviv’s Yarkon Park in front of 23,000 fans.  In between her most famous hits, she performed “I can’t give you anything but love” with … Continue reading →

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 “My heart and soul belong to Israel.”

Posted on September 21, 2014

Violinist and conductor Maxim Vengerov is starring in the Vengerov Festival at the Tel Aviv Opera House.  Vengerov studied at the Jerusalem Academy of Music and now lives in St Petersburg.  Israel, however, “is in my genes,” said Vengerov. “My … Continue reading →

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1200-year-old prayer book comes to Jerusalem

Posted on September 21, 2014

A 9th Century Babylonian siddur (Jewish prayer book) to go on display at Jerusalem’s Bible Lands Museum’s “Book of Books” exhibit of the most important texts ever seen in the Jewish State.  The 50-page Hebrew book is described as “a … Continue reading →

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The oldest Bnei Menashe to arrive in Israel

Posted on September 21, 2014

On May 29, 2014, Aviel Hangshing landed in Israel, fulfilling a dream he has held for so many years. Hangshing is the most senior of the lost tribe of Bnei Menashe to arrive from India so far. “The day after … Continue reading →

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Where will you eat your apple and honey?

Posted on September 21, 2014

To celebrate Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year, the people at Israel21c asked some of their friends, “Where do you eat your apples and honey?” The answers were surprising. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S09at9JN0ZA

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