The waiting game...

Welcome to The Israeli Startup Review, a curated newsletter where I share insights from thought leaders, news, and opportunities around Israel's tech ecosystem. Every other week you’ll receive timely analysis from off-the-beaten-path, perspectives from the ecosystem, and selected opportunities to further engage with Israel, the #startupnation

Welcome back to the Israeli Startup Review. The current situation is challenging, but we are not on our backfoot, like what happened on Oct 7th... the country, the military, and the people here are prepared for any scenario.

Granted, when it hits the fan, we’ll see what happens, and equally as important, what our response is. There is the fear that the situation could escalate into something broader, and I don’t see a scenario in which we don’t respond forcibly. While the anticipation of an attack creates a unique form of anxiety, a blend of fear and uncertainty, I do have a lot of confidence in the ability of the IDF and IAF to defend the country. With that, there is no other place I would rather be right now.?

I am documenting my experiences during the summer in Israel, with lessons learned and insights gained, on LinkedIn. To read my daily thoughts click here .

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Fear of all-out war throws Israel's economy into whirlwind of uncertainty : We are playing the waiting game...

Israeli company using ‘Batman technology’ to fight disinformation prepares for Nasdaq launch : Gotham's number one superhero comes to the Middle East.

Israeli gov’t launches $155m Yozma 2.0 VC fund : The OG VC of the Startup Nation.

July 2024 in Israeli tech funding: $703 million in 28 deals : War or not, startups push forward.

Seed round valuations on the rise in Israel : Things are looking up :)

The face of resilience in the Startup Nation.

One of the fastest growing verticals in the ecosystem.

Tech companies hiring: A great list of tech companies and startups hiring in Israel right now from Avi Lewis (who you should follow). For the full list head over to Goozali , which is a crowdsourced + constantly updated list of Israel tech positions here .

JOBS MARKET GROWING : After a turbulent couple of years, the Israeli jobs market finally looks like it's starting to recover. This month?they reached a 12-month high of 1,500 open positions on the Secret Tel Aviv?Jobs Board with lots of awesome new jobs in Sales, Marketing, Account Management, Operations, and Product. Check out the Jobs Board for all the latest jobs, and sign up to our weekly Jobs Emails and Jobs WhatsApp Groups to get notified when a new job opens. Looking for inspiration? Check out our Best Companies to Work For in Israel Guide 2024 . Check out the jobs board here .

enso : The super fast growing company enso is looking for a visionary tech leader to drive their AI Agents business for SMBs. If you have at least 5 years of experience leading tech in fast-growing early-stage companies, experience in the AI agents space, and hands-on expertise with Python, React, and shipping products fast, please DM Mickey Haslavsky .

WSC Sports : Exciting job opportunities at WSC Sports ! If you're passionate about sports and looking to turn that passion into a career, apply today here .

20+ open positions:

Client Solution & Delivery Manager

Machine Learning Engineer

NLP Team Leader

IT Helpdesk

GenAI/NLP Algorithm Developer

Software Architect (AI)

Algorithm Developer

Data Engineer

VP Marketing

Backend Developer

QA Engineer

Customer Success Manager

Video GenAI Algorithm Developer

Business Development Manager

Product Manager?(Monetization)

Growth Product Analyst ??Studio Product Manager

DevOps/MLOps Engineer

IOS Developer

Senior GenAI/NLP Algorithm Developer

GenAI Product Manager

Frontend Developer

Corporate Development

Tel Aviv Sunset Get-together: Today, Thursday 7pm. Le Mer, Borgashov Beach. Meetup at Lifeguard station 5.

Blue Seedling + 97212 VC present: How enterprises are buying and using Gen AI : Join them at the iconic One Vanderbilt building in NYC for a fun evening filled with unparalleled views, delicious drinks, and insightful conversations with CEOs and founders as they bring together a panel of industry leaders to discuss the ins and outs of marketing and selling GenAI to enterprises as a high-growth startup. Wednesday, August 14 6:00 PM EDT. Register to See Address. New York. Register here .

EDGE PITCH NIGHT : EDGE Pitch Night! This is your chance to see top startups pitch their innovative ideas to investors, VCs, and family offices. Experience a dynamic, fast-paced evening filled with thrilling pitches across diverse industries .Enjoy delicious food and drinks while networking with some of the brightest minds in the startup world. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to witness the future of innovation and make valuable connections. Be part of EDGE Pitch Night. Wednesday August 14, 6:30 pm. New York. Tickets here .

INVITATION: Film Festival Night @ Tel Aviv Cinematheque, Thur Aug 15 : Join their young patrons of the arts community for a night on and off the red carpet at this international film festival, viewing four pieces of Israeli cinema (including English subtitles) in competition with each other for best of the fest. Starts on Thursday, August 15 · 9pm IDT. Tel Aviv Cinematheque. 5 Ha'Arbaa Street Yafo Tel Aviv-Yafo. Register here .

Jews in Tech Schmooze | August : Meet other Jews in tech, connect, and more at Tech Tribe's monthly Third Thursday Schmooze. Join your colleagues in tech and digital media for informal networking and a chance to chat. For the month of August, they'll be sharing a conversation with Morielle I. Lotan , CEO and Co-Founder of The ADIR Challenge , a global innovation and technology challenge to combat Antisemitism and hate. Thursday, Aug. 15th. 7:00 PM. Venue: Revealed upon RSVP (In The City, New York). Register here .

TU B'AV WHITE PARTY - MR PURPLE - YJP NYC - 8/17 : Party with them on: Saturday, Aug 17th at The Club by Mr Purple. DJs Spinning mix of Israeli, House & Open Format. Doors Open at 10:00 pm. Ages 21-35. August 17 · 10pm EDT. The Club by Mr. Purple. 180 Orchard Street #14th floor New York. Register here .

Tu B'Av Balagan PopUp Party @ Jewel Yacht Saturday 8/17 : 2 Floor Yacht - 1 Indoor floors with Huge Windows to see the magnificent views, big tables for bottle service, great sound and amazing lighting with 350 person capacity! 1 Outdoor floor at the top to enjoy the breeze and the open sky views! August 17 · 10:45pm EDT. Jewel Yacht - Skyport Marina. 2430 FDR Drive New York. Tickets here .

U.S.- Israel Collaborations in the Space Technology Sector: Innovations and Opportunities : Join them on August 27 at 12:00 EST/19:00 Israel for an exclusive Zoom webinar that explores non-dilutive funding opportunities for U.S.-Israel collaborations in the space technology sector. Discover how you can access up to $1.5 million in equity-free investment for strategic bilateral partnerships developing innovative solutions with commercial potential. 12:00 EST | 19:00 Israel Time. Register here .

Fusion Pre-Seed Conference for 2024 : Google for Startups and Fusion are happy to launch Fusion's 2024 annual conference for pre-seed founders in Israel. Meet the nation's top investors and founders for a full day of lectures, panels, and roundtable discussions, designed to help you raise your first funding round. Sun, Sep 8, 2024, 9:00 AM IDT. ?? ????-???, ???? ?? ????, IL. Register here .

IAC 9th Annual Summit : Join them this year for insightful talks, renowned speakers, workshops, business networking, and, most importantly, a chance to connect over our shared love for Israel and make lifelong memories. This year, more than ever before, coming together is crucial. As we face antisemitism and Israel hatred on an unprecedented scale, the IAC National Summit strengthens our community, facilitates dialogue, and empowers us to deal with these challenges in our everyday lives. September 19 - 21, Washington Hilton. 1919 Connecticut Ave. NW Washington, DC. Register here .

Demystifying AI: From Seed Funding to Revolution - An Investor Panel Discussion : Calling all entrepreneurs! Whether you're just starting your journey, building your first product, or ready to take it global, join Startup Grind Tel Aviv this September for a powerhouse investor panel discussion during #SGAIMonth! Unlock the secrets of AI funding, hear from leading investors, and get inspired to build the future! Register now and get 25% off, type this promotion code: SG-NEWSLETTER-25 Sep 25, 6:00 PM. Ashtrom Port (LYFE Towers), David Ben Gurion Rd 1, Bnei Brak. Register here .

The Genesis Accelerator : They help Israeli startups build and scale great products and companies by connecting them with the best people, networks, methodologies, thought leadership, investors, and advanced technologies. The program’s goal is to accelerate technology ventures at the Ideation stage, with aspiring entrepreneurs at the beginning of their journey. In each cycle, 10 teams will participate in a 3-month program, culminating in an advanced MVP ready for presentation on Demo Day. Apply here .

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