Governments come and go - Israeli tech is here to stay

Governments come and go - Israeli tech is here to stay. In the year since Hamas’ October 7th attacks on Israel, while the state’s political leadership has failed and 101 hostages remain in captivity, the resilience of Israel’s high-tech industry and its people offers some glimmer of hope amid ongoing turmoil.

Edut 710 and Microsoft unveil AI tool to memorialize October 7th. The platform, developed by non-profit Edut 710 in collaboration with Microsoft, enables users to create personalized memorial ceremonies based on survivor testimonies, allowing communities worldwide a way to preserve and reflect on the events of October 7th.

Wartime entrepreneurship: The Israeli startup tackling a global agricultural challenge. As rockets rained down, Ora Peled Nakash received a call from a friend struggling to cover greenhouses in wartime. Inspired by the crisis, she founded CoverDolly with Gilad Meller and Ahi Sitbon, a startup developing an automated solution to make greenhouse covering easier and more efficient, even in extreme conditions.

“I'd like Wix to become a $100 billion company.” Nir Zohar, President of Wix, which is traded at a valuation of over $8.5 billion, is optimistic the company is well-positioned to increase its profitability. He takes pride in its Israeli identity, is unafraid to express a clear stance on the fight for democracy, and has an optimistic outlook even after the events of October 7.

Cool cities: How global urban areas are tackling heat challenges. From implementing eco-friendly cooling systems in Singapore to increasing green spaces in Medellin, cities worldwide are reshaping their landscapes for a sustainable future.