Monthly Archives: October 2024

Israel’s longest zip line

Posted on October 27, 2024

A unique experience of Jerusalem’s rich history. From Armon HaNatziv a 731-meter zipline, the longest in Israel, offers breathtaking views of the Mount of Olives, Kidron Valley, City of David, and Temple Mount. It concludes in the “Peace Forest” with … Continue reading →

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The best decision I’ve ever made

Posted on October 27, 2024

NBA legend Patrick Beverly reflects on being in Israel. He took his talents to the Israeli basketball league where he currently plays for Hapoel Tel Aviv. He certainly doesn’t regret his decision; he loves Israeli culture and tells his Euroleague … Continue reading →

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Best hotels

Posted on October 27, 2024

National Geographic Magazine named two hotels owned by Israeli hotel chain Fatal in their latest rankings.  London’s The Dilly was named best London hotel for families, while Amsterdam’s The Manor is “the best unique hotel for guests who want to … Continue reading →

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Investing in AI

Posted on October 27, 2024

Israel has allocated NIS 500 million ($133 million) for education and critical R&D and data infrastructure to help keep pace with global AI developments. It includes a national institute for advanced research in partnership with Israeli and international experts across … Continue reading →

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Brewing beer 6 miles from Lebanon

Posted on October 27, 2024

Another Israeli business trying to “raise the spirits” while under missile fire is the Malka brewery (see here previously) just six miles from the Lebanese border. Malka has sent tens of thousands of bottles of beer to evacuees in Dead … Continue reading →

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Startup investment – to 27/10/24

Posted on October 27, 2024

Obligo raised $35 million; Port (GetPort) raised $35 million; Monogoto raised $27 million; Lidwave raised $10 million; Ubeya raised $10 million; Early (startearly.ai) has raised $5 million;

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Exits, mergers & acquisitions – to 27/10/24

Posted on October 27, 2024

Israeli hospitality startup Duve has acquired Israel’s Easyway and now has 70% of the Israeli market.

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Managing temporary staff

Posted on October 27, 2024

Israel’s Ubeya helps employers hire and manage temporary or shift workers. Clients include Wembley and soccer clubs including Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham, and Ajax. Events include the UEFA Champions League final, Wimbledon tennis tournament, and Foo Fighters and Taylor Swift concerts. … Continue reading →

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Changing the world, one wave at a time

Posted on October 27, 2024

Israel’s Eco Wave has updated its agreement with I-Ke International Ocean Energy (part of Lian Tat, see here previously) to install a 100kw (was 20kw) wave energy generation unit in Taiwan. Eco Wave’s CEO is confident that it will lead … Continue reading →

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Buy Israeli wine

Posted on October 27, 2024

Several Northern Israel wineries need support to keep them in business as they experience daily rocket attacks from Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon. Please seek out the wines from Dalton, Tulip, Uriel, Pelter, Galil Mountain, and Mika. Also, Underdog winery, whose … Continue reading →

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