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RSSFeeds https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/precious-metals/article-897555 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_885,w_1558/723022' alt='China’s Gold Reserves Rise as Central Bank Extends Record Buying Streak (photo credit: PR)' title='China’s Gold Reserves Rise as Central Bank Extends Record Buying Streak (photo credit: PR)' /><br />Gold ETFs stay strong while jewellery demand cools in seasonal shift<br /> PR Wed, 27 May 2026 20:55:42 GMT Wed, 27 May 2026 20:59:11 GMT 897555 N False BY ERAN TAL False China,Gold,Gold Price,Gold Investment 142 1204 China’s Gold Holdings Rise Again as Central Bank Extends Buying Streak https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/all-news/article-897492 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_1080,w_1616/722930' alt='From right: Shaul Schneider, Chairman of Port of Ashdod; the European Union Ambassador; and Nissan Levy, CEO of Port of Ashdod. (photo credit: Mor Shakifi)' title='From right: Shaul Schneider, Chairman of Port of Ashdod; the European Union Ambassador; and Nissan Levy, CEO of Port of Ashdod. (photo credit: Mor Shakifi)' /><br />Ashdod Port hosted a senior delegation from the European Union this week, headed by the EU Ambassador to Israel, Michael Mann. <br /> Mor Shakifi Wed, 27 May 2026 15:17:12 GMT Wed, 27 May 2026 15:17:12 GMT 897492 N False BY IN COOPERATION WITH ASHDOD PORT True Ashdod,economy,commercial 142 1112 EU Ambassador Mr. Michael Mann and his senior team visit Ashdod port https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/opinion/article-897489 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_3854,w_6000/720707' alt='(ILLUSTRATIVE) A logo of Meta AI sits outside the Meta House on the opening day of the 55th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, January 20, 2025. (photo credit: REUTERS/YVES HERMAN)' title='(ILLUSTRATIVE) A logo of Meta AI sits outside the Meta House on the opening day of the 55th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, January 20, 2025. (photo credit: REUTERS/YVES HERMAN)' /><br />It is very easy to blame AI for everything currently happening in the market, but the layoffs we are seeing are not driven solely by new tech<br /> REUTERS/YVES HERMAN Wed, 27 May 2026 14:25:22 GMT Wed, 27 May 2026 14:25:22 GMT 897489 N False BY SHAHAR HAZAN False economy of israel,Artificial intelligence,unemployment 142 1106 Behind the layoff headlines lies a more complex reality - opinion https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-897481 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_1800,w_2700/716917' alt='A bunch of Israeli New Shekel banknotes in the hand on the Bills background.Conceptual Image for Finance and Banking (photo credit: Rita Kapitulski via Shutterstock)' title='A bunch of Israeli New Shekel banknotes in the hand on the Bills background.Conceptual Image for Finance and Banking (photo credit: Rita Kapitulski via Shutterstock)' /><br />The Iran war led to a 3.3% contraction in GDP (on an annualized basis) in the first quarter<br /> Rita Kapitulski via Shutterstock Wed, 27 May 2026 13:21:50 GMT Wed, 27 May 2026 13:21:50 GMT 897481 N False BY EITAN GERSTENFELD/GLOBES/TNS False Bank of Israel,Shekel,israel business,israel economy,interest rate 142 1101 Shekel gains sharply despite interest rate cut https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/real-estate/article-897314 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_2368,w_3857/722680' alt='"Forest" Project. (photo credit: Brave)' title='"Forest" Project. (photo credit: Brave)' /><br />LEVEL ONE, part of the Leviev Group, is bringing a new standard to Jerusalem with its "Forest" project, offering a prime location, classic mixed-use development, and a residential experience.<br /> Brave Wed, 27 May 2026 12:12:39 GMT Wed, 27 May 2026 12:12:39 GMT 897314 N False BY IN COOPERATION WITH LEVEL ONE True Jerusalem,Jewish,construction,investment,population,real estate,community,Luxury 142 1102 An ultra-luxury Jerusalem icon https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/energy-and-infrastructure/article-897384 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_771,w_1818/722090' alt='AI-generated image of the data center in IPM Campus (photo credit: Keystone Infra Ltd.)' title='AI-generated image of the data center in IPM Campus (photo credit: Keystone Infra Ltd.)' /><br />As data centers become the backbone of the global economy, Israel's Keystone Infra is positioning itself as a key player in Israel's infrastructure sector <br /> Keystone Infra Ltd. Tue, 26 May 2026 20:58:55 GMT Tue, 26 May 2026 20:58:55 GMT 897384 N False BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF False business,egged,energy,infrastructure,data,Data Storage 142 1118 Data centers take center stage as Keystone Infra posts solid Q1 2026 https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-897320 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_941,w_1672/722688' alt='“Rabitabank secures $7M from Enabling Qapital to boost SME financing and economic growth in Azerbaijan.” (photo credit: Rabitabank OJSC In-house production)' title='“Rabitabank secures $7M from Enabling Qapital to boost SME financing and economic growth in Azerbaijan.” (photo credit: Rabitabank OJSC In-house production)' /><br />The financing agreement will support SME development, expand access to financing, and strengthen sustainable business growth initiatives in Azerbaijan.<br /> Rabitabank OJSC In-house production Tue, 26 May 2026 16:30:34 GMT Tue, 26 May 2026 16:30:34 GMT 897320 N False BY IN COOPERATION WITH RABITABANK OJSC True business,finance,Azerbaijan,investment 142 1101 “Rabitabank” OJSC secures USD 7 Million funding from Enabling Qapital https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-897351 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_2160,w_3840/722726' alt='Ferrari's first fully electric car "Luce" in this handout image obtained by Reuters May 25, 2026, after the luxury sports car maker unveiled the model. (photo credit: Ferrari/Handout via REUTERS)' title='Ferrari's first fully electric car "Luce" in this handout image obtained by Reuters May 25, 2026, after the luxury sports car maker unveiled the model. (photo credit: Ferrari/Handout via REUTERS)' /><br />Ferrari launched its first fully electric car, the four-door Luce, featuring 1,000+ horsepower, a 500km. range, family-friendly design, and high-tech luxury for $640K.<br /> Ferrari/Handout via REUTERS Tue, 26 May 2026 15:25:31 GMT Tue, 26 May 2026 15:25:31 GMT 897351 N False BY REUTERS False technology,electric cars,car,Vehicle,Ferrari 142 Ferrari bets on generational tech shift with Luce five-seat EV https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/real-estate/article-896871 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_480,w_800/721996' alt='The stunning new Rovah neighborhood at the entrance to the city. (photo credit: Visualization by JTLV Yehuda Rahamim)' title='The stunning new Rovah neighborhood at the entrance to the city. (photo credit: Visualization by JTLV Yehuda Rahamim)' /><br /><br /> Visualization by JTLV Yehuda Rahamim Tue, 26 May 2026 11:19:09 GMT Tue, 26 May 2026 11:35:04 GMT 896871 N False BY ISAAC KAPLAN False Jerusalem,New York,investment,jews,real estate 142 1102 Jerusalem real estate boom showcased in New York led by Mayor Moshe Lion https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-897302 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_5149,w_7724/585109' alt=' UNIT 8200 soldiers in action – working with data. (photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)' title=' UNIT 8200 soldiers in action – working with data. (photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)' /><br />Tax Authority wants that in return for the prestigious training that the state provides to these employees, they will undertake to keep their economic activity and tax base in Israel for a decade.<br /> IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT Tue, 26 May 2026 08:22:59 GMT Tue, 26 May 2026 08:22:59 GMT 897302 N False BY ELA LEVI-WEINRIB/GLOBES/TNS False startup,idf veteran,israel tax authority,Unit 8200 142 Tax Authority wants army tech veterans tied to Israel https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-897152 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_1066,w_1600/722088' alt='Navot Bar, CEO and co-founder of Keystone Infra (photo credit: David Moskowitz)' title='Navot Bar, CEO and co-founder of Keystone Infra (photo credit: David Moskowitz)' /><br />As data centers become the backbone of the global economy, access to electricity and strategic infrastructure is emerging as the ultimate competitive advantage.<br /> David Moskowitz Mon, 25 May 2026 10:27:26 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 10:27:47 GMT 897152 N False BY NAVOT BAR AND IN COOPERATION WITH KEYSTONE INFRA. True technology,israel energy,Artificial intelligence,infrastructure,In Focus 142 The AI economy will be built by those who control power and land https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-897074 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_720,w_1280/718068' alt='“Meta is unifying Facebook, Instagram, Messenger and more into a single account system, allowing users to manage all services from one place and sign in securely using one password or Passkey technology.” (photo credit: REUTERS/DADO RUVIC/ILLUSTRATION/FILE PHOTO)' title='“Meta is unifying Facebook, Instagram, Messenger and more into a single account system, allowing users to manage all services from one place and sign in securely using one password or Passkey technology.” (photo credit: REUTERS/DADO RUVIC/ILLUSTRATION/FILE PHOTO)' /><br />The move is part of the streamlining policy to reduce layers of management that CEO Mark Zuckerberg says are slowing down the teams' work pace.<br /> REUTERS/DADO RUVIC/ILLUSTRATION/FILE PHOTO Sun, 24 May 2026 08:11:50 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 08:11:50 GMT 897074 N False BY NEVO TRABELSY/GLOBES/TNS False Facebook,Artificial intelligence,Meta 142 Meta to lay off 100 in Israel, reassign 200 to AI https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-896869 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_4000,w_6000/507795' alt=' Illustrative of the US and California state flags. (photo credit: PXHERE)' title=' Illustrative of the US and California state flags. (photo credit: PXHERE)' /><br />California Gov. Newsom proposes expanding the state’s 7.25% sales tax to pre-written software, potentially impacting Israeli and other foreign software companies starting 2027.<br /> PXHERE Fri, 22 May 2026 18:31:14 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 18:31:14 GMT 896869 N False BY LEON HARRIS False United States,israeli taxes,taxes,California,Software 142 1101 How California’s new software tax may hit Israeli tech companies https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-896897 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_763,w_1400/720858' alt='A holiday of cheese and wine (photo credit: Walla System)' title='A holiday of cheese and wine (photo credit: Walla System)' /><br />Shavuot celebrates receiving the Torah. Beyond cheesecake, the holiday teaches restraint, morality, and living wisely, including lessons on finances and desire.<br /> Walla System Fri, 22 May 2026 18:27:13 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 18:27:13 GMT 896897 N False BY AARON KATSMAN False Judaism,Shavuot,finance,investment,social media,ten commandments 142 1101 Your Investments: Shavuot lessons, from Torah to retirement planning https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/tech-and-start-ups/article-897003 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/722186' alt='NJEDA and SOSA inagurated New Jersey's latest innovation center. (photo credit: SCREENSHOT/LINKEDIN)' title='NJEDA and SOSA inagurated New Jersey's latest innovation center. (photo credit: SCREENSHOT/LINKEDIN)' /><br />SOSA and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority launched NJ BASE, a new innovation center aimed at bringing global technology companies into the state and accelerating foreign investment.<br /> SCREENSHOT/LINKEDIN Fri, 22 May 2026 08:56:48 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 14:42:12 GMT 897003 N False BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF False business,us israel relations,Artificial intelligence,innovation,New Jersey,Manhattan,AI 142 1117 Company launches hub to create 'new Silicon Valley' in New Jersey https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/energy-and-infrastructure/article-896930 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_1066,w_1600/722088' alt='Navot Bar, CEO and co-founder of Keystone Infra (photo credit: David Moskowitz)' title='Navot Bar, CEO and co-founder of Keystone Infra (photo credit: David Moskowitz)' /><br />From power plants and transportation to data centers, Keystone Infra is positioning itself as a gateway for investors seeking long-term exposure to Israel’s growing infrastructure economy<br /> David Moskowitz Thu, 21 May 2026 12:32:04 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 12:33:05 GMT 896930 N False BY ALAN ROSENBAUM AND IN COOPERATION WITH KEYSTONE INFRA. True investment,Incomes,infrastructure,public transportation,In Focus 142 1118 Building Israel, delivering returns: Inside Keystone’s infrastructure strategy https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-896450 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/721373' alt='Laura Stein, incoming chair of the Israel Bonds National Campaign Advisory Council. (photo credit: Courtesy of Laura Stein)' title='Laura Stein, incoming chair of the Israel Bonds National Campaign Advisory Council. (photo credit: Courtesy of Laura Stein)' /><br />Following a period of record investment, Israel Bonds welcomes Laura Stein as the next chair of its National Campaign Advisory Council.<br /> Courtesy of Laura Stein Wed, 20 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Wed, 20 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT 896450 N False BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IN COLLABORATION WITH ISRAEL BONDS True jewish world leaders,Israel Bonds,leadership,In Focus 142 The leaders steering Israel Bonds through a historic moment https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-896834 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_496,w_881/700605' alt='Cyber Is Not a Luxury. (photo credit: freepik)' title='Cyber Is Not a Luxury. (photo credit: freepik)' /><br />Black Cube, which currently has about 200 employees, was founded by former officers in the Israeli Intelligence Service in 2010 -<br /> freepik Wed, 20 May 2026 14:04:50 GMT Wed, 20 May 2026 14:04:50 GMT 896834 N False BY ARIK MIROVSKY/GLOBES/TNS False Israel Elections,Slovenia,Cybertech 142 Black Cube doubles office space in Tel Aviv https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-896814 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_4007,w_4007/705450' alt='Israel Innovation CEO Dror Bin. (photo credit: Hannah Taib)' title='Israel Innovation CEO Dror Bin. (photo credit: Hannah Taib)' /><br />Bin has led the IIA since 2021, during a period marked by global economic turbulence, the COVID‑19 pandemic, and the economic impact of the Israel-Hamas War. <br /> Hannah Taib Wed, 20 May 2026 12:04:05 GMT Wed, 20 May 2026 12:04:05 GMT 896814 N False BY ANNA AHRONHEIM False business,innovation,israel innovation authority 142 Dror Bin to step down as CEO of Israel Innovation Authority after five-year term https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-896735 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_853,w_1280/721776' alt=' Airborne robotic system for installing and removing warning balls (photo credit: YOSSI WEISS)' title=' Airborne robotic system for installing and removing warning balls (photo credit: YOSSI WEISS)' /><br />Replacing helicopters with robotics, the IEC’s new drone system promises safer crews, lower costs, and a smarter national grid.<br /> YOSSI WEISS Tue, 19 May 2026 20:16:48 GMT Tue, 19 May 2026 20:16:48 GMT 896735 N False BY ANNA AHRONHEIM False business,energy,electricity,israeli innovation,Israel Electric Corporation 142 New drone‑mounted robot transforms high‑voltage maintenance in Israel https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/opinion/article-896730 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_875,w_1557/721770' alt='Ezra Beyman, Founder and CEO of Reliance Global Group (Nasdaq: EZRA), on the quiet path for Israeli companies to reach Nasdaq. (photo credit: screenshot)' title='Ezra Beyman, Founder and CEO of Reliance Global Group (Nasdaq: EZRA), on the quiet path for Israeli companies to reach Nasdaq. (photo credit: screenshot)' /><br />According to US market data, the number of IPOs has dropped by tens of percent recently, while the bar for going public has risen significantly.<br /> screenshot Tue, 19 May 2026 19:04:51 GMT Tue, 19 May 2026 19:04:51 GMT 896730 N False BY EZRA BEYMAN False investment,ipo,NASDAQ 142 1106 The quiet path for Israeli companies to reach Nasdaq https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-896637 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_320,w_480/705344' alt='Elon Musk (photo credit: REUTERS)' title='Elon Musk (photo credit: REUTERS)' /><br />The verdict simplifies the path for OpenAI to proceed with a possible initial public offering that could value the business at $1 trillion.<br /> REUTERS Tue, 19 May 2026 09:12:56 GMT Tue, 19 May 2026 09:12:56 GMT 896637 N False BY REUTERS False business,lawsuit,Elon Musk,Sam Altman,OpenAI 142 Musk vows to appeal after jury rules against him in lawsuit over OpenAI mission https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-896629 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_933,w_1400/717981' alt='Elon Musk (photo credit: REUTERS)' title='Elon Musk (photo credit: REUTERS)' /><br />Musk spoke to the 9th International Conference on Smart Transportation by live video from Texas<br /> REUTERS Tue, 19 May 2026 08:41:07 GMT Tue, 19 May 2026 08:41:07 GMT 896629 N False BY DUBI BEN-GEDALYAHU/GLOBES/TNS False Miri Regev,tesla israel,transportation,israeli innovation,Elon Musk,Transportation Ministry 142 Elon Musk: We'll launch self-driving technology in Israel soon https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/tech-and-start-ups/article-896564 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_720,w_1280/721544' alt='Eli Boichis, ‏Country Manager, Dassault Systèmes Israel (photo credit: TANYA ZLICHONOK)' title='Eli Boichis, ‏Country Manager, Dassault Systèmes Israel (photo credit: TANYA ZLICHONOK)' /><br />Dassault Systèmes Israel Country Manager Eli Boichis on innovation, AI, and the future of engineering<br /> TANYA ZLICHONOK Tue, 19 May 2026 08:15:23 GMT Tue, 19 May 2026 08:15:23 GMT 896564 N False BY RONNIE ROSENMAN AND IN COLLABORATION WITH DASSAULT SYSTÈMES True cloud technology,virtual reality,AI,3D,In Focus 142 1117 AI and robots will not replace engineers; they will remove the tedious work https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-896607 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_4597,w_6895/718991' alt='Nobitex founders have a history of links with the Islamic regime. (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='Nobitex founders have a history of links with the Islamic regime. (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Iranian institutions processed over $2.3B via Tron and BNB Chain blockchains, raising scrutiny of links to Trump-backed crypto ventures and potential conflicts of interest.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Mon, 18 May 2026 22:41:58 GMT Mon, 18 May 2026 22:41:58 GMT 896607 N False BY REUTERS False Iran,Donald Trump,terror funding,cryptocurrency,bitcoin,cryptocurrency exchange,cryptocurrency news,counterterrorism,Donald Trump Jr. 142 Iran uses Tron, BNB Chain for crypto transactions linked to Trump ventures https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/energy-and-infrastructure/article-896537 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_401,w_1024/721501' alt='Ashdod Port (photo credit: AVI ROKACH)' title='Ashdod Port (photo credit: AVI ROKACH)' /><br />Shaul Schneider, Chairman of the Board of Ashdod Port Company, “Our investment in Conbo’s technology reflects a long-term strategic vision and our commitment to investing in technologies.”<br /> AVI ROKACH Mon, 18 May 2026 11:14:07 GMT Mon, 18 May 2026 11:14:07 GMT 896537 N False BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF False Ashdod,startup,ports,cybersecurity 142 1118 Ashdod Port Company: Investment of $650K transforms CCTV cameras into smart eyes https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/tech-and-start-ups/article-896481 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_4234,w_6351/721427' alt='Limy CEO Aviv Shamny, COO Ido Zabarsky and CTO Ori Riechman (photo credit: Shiri Grupper)' title='Limy CEO Aviv Shamny, COO Ido Zabarsky and CTO Ori Riechman (photo credit: Shiri Grupper)' /><br />Limy builds software that helps businesses understand how AI chat engines interpret and decide which brands’ or products’ content to recommend<br /> Shiri Grupper Sun, 17 May 2026 18:49:00 GMT Sun, 17 May 2026 18:49:00 GMT 896481 N False BY ANNA AHRONHEIM False Lebanon War,israeli innovation,Artificial intelligence 142 1117 Israeli start-up Limy develops tools to help brands appear in AI chat engines https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-896477 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_720,w_1280/721423' alt='David Group founder Stella Cohen and Chairman Raanan Agus (photo credit: NETANEL TOBIAS)' title='David Group founder Stella Cohen and Chairman Raanan Agus (photo credit: NETANEL TOBIAS)' /><br />David Group, founded by Stella Cohen and chaired by former Goldman Sachs partner Raanan Agus, will focus on financial services, defense, industrials, and tech-enabled business services.<br /> NETANEL TOBIAS Sun, 17 May 2026 17:49:29 GMT Sun, 17 May 2026 17:49:29 GMT 896477 N False BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF False finance,economy,israel business,investment,economics 142 David Group to invest in and scale Israeli companies https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/tech-and-start-ups/article-896428 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_4480,w_6720/721343' alt='Gali Meamen-Sheffer (photo credit: Inbal Marmi)' title='Gali Meamen-Sheffer (photo credit: Inbal Marmi)' /><br />The shift from software startups to deep research and advanced hardware is reshaping the high-tech map, giving northern Israel the natural advantage thanks to research, infrastructure, talent & costs<br /> Inbal Marmi Sun, 17 May 2026 12:26:48 GMT Sun, 17 May 2026 12:26:48 GMT 896428 N False BY GALI MEAMEN-SHEFFER True Bank Hapoalim,high tech,Northern Israel,In Focus 142 1117 The rise of deep tech is the north’s opportunity https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-896375 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_3250,w_5000/705936' alt='An illustrative image of an Israeli flag in the center of various symbols representing innovation and technology. (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='An illustrative image of an Israeli flag in the center of various symbols representing innovation and technology. (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />In a world shaped by AI, cyber threats, energy insecurity, defense technology, and life sciences, Israel can be not only America’s leading ally in the Middle East but one of its most vital partners<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Sat, 16 May 2026 21:36:56 GMT Mon, 18 May 2026 14:50:40 GMT 896375 N False BY PINCHAS (PINI) COHEN False israel us relations,israeli innovation,Technology Innovation,partnership 142 The innovation bridge: A new paradigm for the US-Israel alliance - opinion