Israeli start-ups can revive Michigan economy
About 30 delegates from 18 Israeli companies visited Metro Detroit automotive suppliers and manufacturers during the “Michigan Israel Automotive Event” from Monday through Friday in an effort to "foster economic development and partnerships."
Iranian cherries are Israeli
Iran’s Mehr News Agency reported that the head of the Iranian produce association admitted the succulent berries featured in the Iranian market place were indeed Israeli. Since the inception of the Islamic Republic in 1979 no Zionist goods have been granted an import permit.
Facebook to buy Israel’s Face!
The social media giant and Israel’s eleven-person face recognition company Face.com have come “face to face” in $80 - $100 million deal. Face.com provides facial-recognition technology used by the world's largest social network to help users identify and tag photos.
Made in Israel – China’s power & desalination plant
Beijiang’s state-of-the art complex was almost wholly made in Israel, shipped to Tianjin and bolted together. The generator uses its leftover heat to distil seawater into fresh water.
Come to Israel and we’ll fund your Start-up
AliyaIncubator.com (AI) intends to fund dozens of start-ups, bringing English-speaking Olim on Aliya to build their dream. Starting at $500k per deal for the business launch, assisting in the Aliya process, and providing all the necessary business services.
Dan Senor, co-author of “Start-up Nation”
We’ve heard from co-author Saul Singer before, but this CNBC interview with fast-talking Dan Senor is illuminating.
Israel is in credit
In contrast to the mountains of debt stifling the US and European economies, Israel’s net surplus increased from $54bn at the end of 2011 to $59.6 at the end of the first quarter of 2012.
Cisco to expand in Israel
Cisco Systems CEO John Chambers examined the Jerusalem offices of newly acquired digital TV broadcasting encryption developer, NDS Group. He commented, "Although NDS's headquarters are in Britain, its heart and soul are in Israel."
India comes out of the closet
For years, India has conducted its relations with Israel almost covertly But Foreign minister S M Krishna’s recent visit to Israel has proved that at the highest levels, India and Israel can openly discuss issues of interest and concern with each other like other normal partners, without inhibitions."
Massachusetts-Israel grants awarded
(thanks to Eli) The Massachusetts-Israel Innovation Partnership (MIIP) has awarded at least $1.3 million to fund 4 joint MA-Israel hi-tech and life-science projects. They cover prognostic kits, RF technology to treat heart arrhythmia, a 3D colon-imaging camera and fuel from algae.