Author Archives: MichaelOrdman

Technion graduates celebrate

Posted on August 17, 2025

Among the 1,904 graduates who just received Technion diplomas, was Adi whose brother, Shlomi was in the audience, having survived kidnapping by Hamas. Also twin brothers Ofek and Shachaf (electrical and computer engineering graduates) who completed 500 days of reserve … Continue reading →

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It must have been witchcraft.

Posted on August 17, 2025

On social media. Abdollah Ganji, former editor of Iran’s state-controlled newspaper Javan, accused Israel of utilizing “Jewish witchcraft” and demonic forces during the recent war between the Jewish state and the Islamic Republic of Iran.  How else can anyone explain … Continue reading →

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100,000-year-old burial site

Posted on August 10, 2025

Archaeologists believe they have found one of the oldest burial sites in the world at Tinshemet Cave in central Israel. Well-preserved remains date back some 100,000 years were carefully arranged in pits. Objects near the remains may reveal early human … Continue reading →

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En garde! A renaissance in Israeli fencing

Posted on August 10, 2025

At the recent World Championships, Israel finished 11th out of 46 in the men’s team épée, which is a remarkable achievement. Although the team did not win a medal at the recent Fencing World Championships, it is building up to … Continue reading →

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Summer is sizzling at the Galilee Culinary Institute

Posted on August 10, 2025

Renovations on JNF’s Galilee Culinary Institute main campus building (restaurant and training kitchens) are nearly complete. Join the JNF’s Coming Home mission (Sep 4 – 11) and attend the official opening (plus a great deal more). https://www.galileeculinaryinstitute.com/campus-updates https://www.jnf.org/travel/tour/index/coming-home-mission-to-israel

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Using AI to transform artwork

Posted on August 10, 2025

Israeli artist Roy Adin is harnessing the untapped power of artificial intelligence to craft stunning illustrations – fusing cutting-edge technology with ancient knowledge in ways never seen before. https://unitedwithisrael.org/watch-israeli-artist-uses-ai-to-create-transformative-works/

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Book review – Living dangerously

Posted on August 10, 2025

My friend Atara Beck has written an interesting review of the book “Living Dangerously: My Struggle to Get Rich Without Losing My Soul” by Irwin Gabriel Katsof. Rabbi Katsof became obsessed with money until he turned his life around. Now … Continue reading →

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Startup investment up 28% in July

Posted on August 10, 2025

Over $900 million was raised by Israeli startups in July, marking a 28% increase compared to last year. The surge in funding is especially notable as only two of the 28 deals exceeded $100 million, showing strong support for investment … Continue reading →

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Handling emergency in seven countries

Posted on August 10, 2025

Israel’s Carbyne (see here previously) has deployed its incident management technology in nearly 300 emergency centers worldwide, including in 23 U.S. states and six additional countries. More than 7,000 dispatchers globally are using Carbyne’s platform. https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/skhy4rdvgg

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Startup investment – to 10th Aug 25

Posted on August 10, 2025

Decart raised $100 million (value $3.1 billion) Noma Security raised $100 million; Capitolis raised $56 million (SAFE); QuamCore raised $26 million; Tavily raised $25 million;

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