The Compass Global Startup Ecosystem has placed Tel Aviv as the best startup center outside of the US. It commended Tel Aviv’s uniquely high-quality talent and ability to develop startups and attract global capital.
http://unitedwithisrael.org/tel-aviv-ranked-worlds-1-startup-hub-outside-us-5-worldwide/
http://www.citylab.com/tech/2015/07/the-worlds-leading-startup-cities/399623/