Category: News from Israel

At the end of February, the Israel MIBA team attended a most inspiring summit run by ICAR, Israel’s Collective Action for Resilience. Established soon after the atrocities of October 7, 2023, ICAR identified the fragmented nature of the nation’s mental health and trauma care and sought to streamline it. Their mission is to bring together Israeli and global leaders in the areas of psychology, medicine, investment and philanthropy to coordinate and accelerate trauma healing. They defined the summit as “a launchpad for a mental health movement.”

Israel continues to solidify its reputation as a global leader in cybersecurity innovation, with its companies dominating both public markets and pre-IPO pipelines. From market giants to unicorn startups, the country’s cyber ecosystem is thriving, attracting significant investments and positioning itself for future growth. Here’s a closer look at the latest developments shaping Israel’s cyber dominance.

The MIBA Israel team recently visited HiCenter in Haifa, Israel, a hub driving tech innovation and entrepreneurship. The visit showcased promising startups and new opportunities for Michigan-Israel collaboration. Discover the breakthroughs shaping tomorrow.

February 2025 has been a most emotionally turbulent month here in Israel for those of you who are closely following the events regarding the return of the hostages. We celebrate the return of those who have survived their captivity, and we mourn the
tragedy of those returning in coffins.

If there is one word that has described the Israeli spirit of the last 16 months, it has been resilience. We have seen numerous examples and organizations that address the country’s needs for attention to trauma as well as emotional, economic and physical
rebuilding.

In 2024, Israel saw 20 business deals valued at over $200M each (excluding IPOs), doubling the 10 deals completed in 2023. These deals primarily involved the acquisition or merger of Israeli companies by global organizations, reflecting strong demand for Israel’s innovation and expertise. This marks a significant rebound compared to nine deals in 2022 and 21 in 2021. The companies involved represented a variety of industries, including artificial intelligence (AI), software solutions for businesses, and advancements in healthcare and life sciences.