AI and drones map archeological sites
Scientists at the University of Haifa have developed a computational tool to document and analyze ancient ruins, using drone imagery and machine learning to reveal architectural patterns that cannot be identified from ground level.
The impossible meal
An “unbelievable” video from Israeli vlogger Nas Daily (). He eats a meal made from the products of five Israeli vegan startups. It features no-cow milk from ; no-fish salmon from ; vegan steak from ; no-chicken egg from ; and no-bee honey from .
What if the networks go down?
Israel’s dot SAGA turns any site into a smart, connected space. It enables instant awareness of people’s location and status at the push of a button, without cellular networks. The need arose after 7 Oct 2023 when cellular systems collapsed and loved ones couldn’t find each other.
Israel’s most powerful diplomatic asset – technology
European countries, Gulf states, and NATO members all realize that Israel possesses critical technological capabilities that they desperately need.
Gatekeeper to shield from dangers of AI
Israeli startup Irregular (see previously) protects against rogue AI. It has won clients like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude. Their work uncovers vulnerabilities before hackers do - including a new field focused on understanding AI behavior to prevent risks to humanity.
Google supports Israeli AI research
Tel Aviv University and Google Israel have launched a 3-year program to advance core AI research. Google.org will provide $1 million to support foundational research, student scholarships, and new educational initiatives in AI and data science at Tel Aviv University.
An AI camera
Korea’s Truem has partnered with Israel’s Hailo (see previously) to develop a next-generation on-device AI camera. Its de-noising feature delivers superior night image quality compared to competitors. It delivers processing speeds five to seven times faster than previous models.
Mandatory solar for new buildings
New construction regulations (see previously) have now come into effect, requiring public buildings and private homes to install solar panels, and shared buildings (e.g. apartments) to install infrastructure for future installation.
Dissolving CO2 in seawater to reduce emissions
Israeli scientists have developed a method to accelerate a natural process that normally takes thousands of years, reducing it to hours. CO2 dissolves quickly in seawater surrounded by dolomite and limestone rocks. The process could help reduce industrial pollution.
Spotting the first sign of algae infestation
Israel’s BlueGreen Water Technologies (see previously) has launched BlueGreen Insights (BGi). It integrates satellite data with in-situ monitoring to identify the first signs of harmful algal bloom events and guides the precision application of the company’s Lake Guard treatments.