Which Countries Run National Digital Currencies?
… and why they have nothing to do with crypto
Israel
GreenVibe Raises $12 Million as Reconstruction Financing Demands Real-Time Verification
GreenVibe has raised $12 million to date to close what it describes as a longstanding blind spot in construction: whether poured concrete actually matches its specification. The company embeds wireless sensors into concrete before pouring, delivering strength and status readings every 30 minutes.
Oil Markets Rally on Escalation Risk After Israel Targets Iran’s Key Gas Infrastructure, Analysts Warn War Could Extend Into May
Another day, another oil price hike: global oil markets surge into focus again this week as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East intensified, following a major Israel strike on Iran gas energy infrastructure.
24 Cities Worldwide Awarded $1 Million for Civic Innovation
Twenty‑four cities from across the globe have been named winners of the Bloomberg Philanthropies Mayors Challenge 2025–2026, each receiving $1 million in funding and expert support to implement bold new ideas aimed at improving life for residents. The winning cities were selected from more than 630 applicants representing over 35 million people across 20 countries.
Papaya Global Reportedly Considers Potential Sale at Up to $4.5 B Valuation
Papaya Global, one of Israel’s prominent fintech unicorns, has reportedly been in advanced discussions over a potential sale that could value the global payroll and workforce payments firm between $3.5 billion and $4.5 billion.
Quantum Machines Raises $170 Million
Quantum Machines, an Israeli startup that provides quantum control solutions to other professionals in the relevant area, raised $170 million.
Foreign Investments in Israel Demonstrate Growth
In the first half of the current year, there was an increase in investment in Israel, even though the country was at war on several fronts in Gaza and Lebanon, and was experiencing tension in relations with Iran, which in some cases had an armed form of expression.
Aim Security Raises $18 Million
Aim Security, a company that assists enterprises in the safe implementation of artificial intelligence, announced that it managed to raise investment funds for $18 million.
Cyber Startup Wiz Reportedly to Acquire Gem Security
According to preliminary information, cloud cybersecurity startup Wiz Inc will acquire Gem Security.
Intel to Invest $25 Billion in Israel
Intel has confirmed its intention to invest $25 billion in Israel.
AI Platform to Analyze Creative Advertising Raises $5.1 Million
Startup Alison, which is based in Israel, announced that following the results of the preliminary round of financing, it managed to attract investment funds in the amount of $ 5.1 million.
Amex Ventures Vets Launch $78 Million Fintech Fund
A group of three former managing directors of Amex Ventures announced that it managed to raise funds for $ 78 million for the debut fund to support startups in the fintech industry.
Israel Joins Online Banking and Provides Access to International Payment Providers
Back in June 2022, Israel began the process of open banking reform in an attempt to bring its outdated regulatory framework into line with the needs of the nation’s booming fintech sector. The road map for the reforms is set to conclude by November 2023 and although this could represent a real boon for both […]
Bank of Israel Introduces a Rate Hike
Although inflation in Israel is lower than in most Western countries, the country’s central bank raised its benchmark interest rate on Monday to stabilise the economy
Are Startups Going Out of Fashion?
Tech startups across the globe are now facing a massive drain of funding from the segment. The total number of startups has also significantly declined. Why does it happen, and what to expect next?
