Tourism is one of Israel’s biggest industries, drawing millions of visitors and generating billions of dollars per year. But besides being a world-class travel destination, the Start-Up Nation is also a global leader in travel technology. Israel is home to over 300 startups in the travel sector, and also draws continued investment from international industry […]
Since its inception, security has been a top priority for the state of Israel. With a more than 70-year track record of developing innovative security solutions, as well as a vibrant tech ecosystem, it’s hardly surprising that Israel boasts a Homeland Security (HLS) industry of exceptional competence, quality and innovative output. Israel is home to […]
At the Foreign Trade Administration in the Israel Ministry of Economy and Industry, we find it only fitting to ring in the new decade by looking back on the past ten years of incredible accomplishments for the Israeli economy. Since 2009, Israel signed, negotiated and updated seven new free trade agreements (with countries such as […]
With 1,500 active life sciences companies and a vibrant research and innovation ecosystem, it’s hardly surprising that Israel is at the center of some of the most important developments in health and medical technology. That holds true in burgeoning fields like digital health and AI-driven medicine, and it’s no less true for an established industry […]
The Startup Nation is not only known for its strength in high tech, but also its world-renowned academic institutions. From the Hebrew University in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv University to the Technion and the Weizmann Institute of Science, Israel’s educational institutions are developing Israel’s human capital and employing some of the globe’s top academic minds– […]
Brick-and-mortar may still account for 90 percent of retail sales in markets like the United States, but the growing popularity of eCommerce, the expectation of seamless customer experiences, and the need for brands to optimize their revenues have retailers of all stripes scrambling to leverage cutting-edge digital solutions. This has proven a boon for Israel’s […]
Still going strong after more than half a century, the annual CES convention has been celebrating and showcasing the latest consumer electronics innovations since the industry’s earliest days. Since 1967, the convention has expanded its mandate beyond strictly consumer electronics, and now attracts entrepreneurs, executives, thought leaders and journalists from every aspect of tech and […]
Technology is sparking innovation across all walks of life and the consumer goods sector is no exception. From health and beauty, to food, to ecommerce, cutting-edge technology is enhancing products and bringing greater convenience and efficiency to consumers’ lives. The consumer packaged goods industry is harnessing IT to create direct relationships with consumers, manage demand-driven […]
As an innovative powerhouse that’s pioneered game-changing solutions in fields as diverse as agriculture and cybersecurity (and everything in between), Israel has done far more than nurture and grow a vibrant innovation scene of its own. The country also actively promotes and facilitates relationships with overseas partners and investors. Case in point: Over a dozen […]
In study after study, the Start-Up Nation ranks among the most innovative countries in the world. Israel is also by far the most resourceful country when it comes to wastewater management, recycling 87 percent of its wastewater – far outstripping second-place Spain, which recycles 20 percent. At first glance, these two facts may appear unrelated […]