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Next stop on our Investors Roadshow: Boston! We were thrilled to bring the Startup Nation Central Investors Roadshow to Boston—an innovation powerhouse—hosted by Two Lanterns Venture Capital at Goodwin Procter LLP’s offices, where we explored how Israeli innovation aligns with Boston’s world-class tech, academic, and investment ecosystems. Emma (Mayana) Vardimon of Startup Nation Central opened with a compelling look at the Israeli tech landscape, followed by presentations from Ido Fishler (Good Company VC), Jonathan Friedman (LionBird), and John Hawthorne ( Two Lanterns Venture Capital) – each sharing why their funds are investing in mission-driven Israeli startups tackling global challenges. John noted that in his experience, Israeli portfolio companies are showing significant outperformance, which he attributes to the resilience and ambition of the people. He emphasized the reasonable and focused long-term success he sees coming out of Israel, pointing to a culture of reliability and a determined, execution-first mindset. The room was packed with thinkers from MIT, Harvard, local philanthropists, and investors exploring ways to support and collaborate with Israeli startups. 🔑 Takeaways: 🔹Shared innovation culture built on solving real-world challenges 🔹Strong Boston-Israel synergy in healthtech, biotech, and education 🔹Real momentum for global partnerships rooted in tech and talent Looking to engage with Israeli tech? Contact our team to explore investment opportunities 👉 https://okt.to/DlSzH2 Michal Seror, Dana Cogan #ImpatientInnovation #IsraeliTech #Fintech #MiamiTech #StartupNation #InnovationDiplomacy #VentureCapital #TechPartnerships

Startup Nation Central U.S. Investors Roadshow Kicks Off in Miami This week, Miami welcomed the bold energy of Israeli tech and the investors ready to back it. Over two days, we hosted investor-focused events highlighting the founders, solutions, and partnerships pushing Israel’s fintech and innovation sectors forward. At Mana tech’s Loft 10, we met with investors and community leaders for an evening of networking and conversation on why now is a strategic time to invest in Israel. In periods of global uncertainty, innovation tends to accelerate. With low valuations and strong expertise in generative AI, machine learning, and digital financial infrastructure, Israeli fintech offers investors real opportunities for growth. Ido Fishler of Good Company VC joined to unpack key questions around cross-border tax considerations for U.S. investors. The following evening, we gathered for New Perspectives: Investing in Israeli Innovation, co-hosted by IDA Ventures and The LAB Miami. Opening remarks from James Kohnstamm, CEcD (Miami-Dade County), Maor Elbaz Starinsky and Ayellet Black (Consulate General of Israel in Miami), and Scott Srebnick (Goldman Properties / The Lab) set the stage for a dynamic conversation on strengthening the Miami–Israel tech bridge. Beth deBeer (Startup Nation Central), provided an overview of Israel’s tech landscape, followed by a panel on why Israeli innovation remains a smart investment. The panel featured Kerry Leigh Miller (IDA Ventures), Emma (Mayana) Vardimon (Startup Nation Central), Bob Grossman (Greenberg Traurig, LLP), Ayal Stern (Miami_Israel Collective), and Litan Yahav 🎗️ (Vyzer), all speaking to the resilience, adaptability, and global relevance of Israeli innovation. Special thanks to Kerry Leigh Miller, and to our partners at Mana Tech Miami, IDA Ventures, The LAB Miami, and Israel in Miami for helping bring these conversations to life. Looking to engage with Israeli tech? Contact our team to explore investment opportunities- https://okt.to/qX3CgB Michal Seror, Dana Cogan, Yariv Becher, Avihai Sodri, Antidote, Litan Yahav 🎗️ #ImpatientInnovation #IsraeliTech #Fintech #MiamiTech #StartupNation #InnovationDiplomacy #VentureCapital #TechPartnerships

In this short video, Noam Bardin shares why he believes Finder, Startup Nation Central’s business engagement platform, is a game-changer for entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone looking to unlock the full potential of Israel’s innovation ecosystem. Get frictionless access to Israel’s tech landscape 👉 https://okt.to/TUai5l #StartupNationCentral #ImpatientInnovation #IsraeliTech #Finder #InnovationEcosystem

By the end of the decade, 582 million people are expected to be chronically undernourished, while one-third of all food produced is lost or wasted each year. Climate change, inefficient food production, and labor shortages only add to the crisis. Israeli AgTech and Food Tech startups are stepping up. 🚀 🔹 Tevel is addressing labor shortages with flying fruit-picking robots. 🔹 N-Drip is revolutionizing flood irrigation, cutting water waste and emissions. 🔹 CropX is optimizing farm management, reducing agrochemical use while increasing yields. “The agrifood tech sector is central to Israel’s innovation legacy,” says Alon Turkaspa of Startup Nation Central. More than 750 Israeli startups are transforming agriculture and food production to tackle these challenges. Check out this Forbes piece for a deeper dive into how Israeli innovation is shaping the future of food security. 👉 https://okt.to/UoHpWL

🌐Explore Smarter with Startup Nation Finder's AI Search! https://okt.to/c6BDfa We've just launched a new AI-powered search feature to help you navigate the Israeli tech ecosystem more intuitively. Type freely, search smarter, and use startup-specific filters to find the companies that match your interests. Try searching for: 🔎“Startups using AI for climate resilience” 🔎“Health tech startups using VR” 🔎 “Agri-tech solutions for water scarcity” Or challenge yourself—what will you search for? This is just the beginning—the more it's used, the smarter it gets. Start exploring now and help shape the future of search! Try it out today on Finder and let us know what you think! 👉https://okt.to/xkNctQ #Innovation #AISearch #IsraeliTech #StartupNationCentral #Finder

Israel’s bold, determined problem-solvers aren’t waiting for permission to innovate—they’re reimagining healthcare, food systems, and waste management with the urgency our world demands. Our ‘What drives Startup Nation?’ video series spotlights the innovation leaders tackling global challenges head-on. 🎥 Hear from Daniel Rejzner, CEO & Co-Founder Day 8: “It actually makes it very easy to go through challenges when you know why you're doing it and you know it's a good purpose. Everything else is a bonus.” 👉 Watch to see how Israeli ingenuity is transforming the future. https://okt.to/TMN92L #IsraeliTech #israelitechecosystem #hightech #Israelitechfounder

𝗜𝘀𝗿𝗮𝗲𝗹𝗶 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲. With deep expertise in cybersecurity, AI, and payment infrastructure, Israeli companies are building the next generation of secure, scalable, and efficient financial solutions. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗜𝘀𝗿𝗮𝗲𝗹’𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴? 💠A strong cybersecurity backbone makes Israel a leader in fraud prevention and secure transactions. 💠The shift toward embedded finance and open banking is creating new opportunities for seamless digital experiences. 💠Israeli fintech startups are scaling globally, providing solutions that power financial services worldwide. Read our latest Finder Spotlight on fintech innovation and discover how Israeli companies are building the future of finance: https://okt.to/GHQsBV MongoDB Glilot Capital Partners The Israel Fintech Center Airwallex BridgerPay PaymentsOp

Israel’s bold and determined innovators are rewriting the playbook on scale, resilience, and impact. Our 2024 Annual Report explores what drives Startup Nation as it evolves into a Scale-Up Powerhouse. 🎥 Hear from Yariv Becher of Startup Nation Central: "In 2024, Israel’s M&A activity rebounded strongly, with total transaction value reaching 15.8 billion dollars - a 49% increase over 2023.” 👉 Watch how Israeli innovation is redefining what’s possible. https://okt.to/oRfrNO

Mental health technology is emerging as a catalyst for accelerating trauma healing in Israel. Since October 7th, the demand for trauma recovery services has skyrocketed, overwhelming an already strained system. 💡 With 117 active mental health tech startups—a sector that has quadrupled in size over the past decade—Israeli innovators are using AI, telehealth, and digital tools to make care more scalable, accessible, and stigma-free. 📈 Despite a turbulent tech market, investment in mental health tech surged 66% in 2024, reflecting the urgent need for solutions. 📝 Read the latest insights from Yael Pomerantz (Startup Nation Central), Esther Howard (Bezyl®), and Gila Tolub (ICAR Collective) on how Israeli tech is transforming mental health care: https://okt.to/h28unB #MentalHealthTech #IsraeliInnovation #DigitalHealth #StartupNation

Get the latest in Israeli tech news and opportunities with our Five Facts for February 2025 from our Finder platform. Follow Startup Nation Finder and stay ahead of the curve with up-to-date info about deal flow and high-value startups. 👉 https://okt.to/DibKUs #February2025 #israelitechecosystem #israelitech #FinderData #Israelistartups