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Belief in the Haredi sector: Ruby capital to finance two projects worth NIS 245 million

BY OFER PETERSBURG — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 17:55:31 GMT

Ruby Capital expands in the ultra-Orthodox sector with two new deals in Kiryat Sefer and Bnei Brak for 170 units. Overall, it finances 2,200+ units in the sector, totaling NIS 1.2 billion.

Exodigo’s underground mapping technology draws attention with $96m. series B funding boost

BY ANNA AHRONHEIM — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 10:48:25 GMT

The IDF has been working for years and even had a brigade-size unit, whose task is to develop new technologies and tactics for underground warfare.

Israeli drone company XTEND secures extension to $70 million Series B funding

BY ANNA AHRONHEIM — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 17:04:21 GMT

The additional funding has brought XTEND, which shifted its focus to the defense sector following the October 7 massacre, to a total of $100 million.

Hadera soars: Five new towers to be built in the heart of the city

BY WALLA! REAL ESTATE — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:20:17 GMT

400 new housing units, towers up to 26 floors, plus shops, parks, and kindergartens - urban renewal in central Hadera gets green light, led by Geshem Holdings.

Major Commodities Undervaluation vs. Gold Signals Market Trough

BY PR — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 09:00:00 GMT

Historic mispricing shows commodities at multi‑decade lows vs gold, a red flag for bulls. With inflation heating and a dovish Fed in the wings, a broad commodity rally may lie ahead.

UK launches Industrial Strategy, opening new opportunities for Israeli business

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 02:53:30 GMT

The plan aims to target areas of the economy with the highest growth potential, reduce regulatory burdens, and deepen international partnerships.

Silver Surges Past $39, Marking Highest Level Since 2012 as Industrial Demand Stokes Rally

BY PR — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 17:55:09 GMT

Silver tops $39 for fthe irst time since 2012 as industrial demand surges. Analysts say physical metal’s fundamentals outshine Bitcoin’s record high.

J.P. Morgan joins Island’s $250 m. Series E, valuing Israeli cyber firm at $5 b.

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 15:22:08 GMT

The arrival of the Wall Street bank “is testimony to the value we bring,” added Island co-founder and CTO Dan Amiga, noting that “many of the world’s largest banks have already chosen Island.”

Bitcoin tops $120,000 for the first time

BY REUTERS — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 09:59:36 GMT

Bitcoin BTC= scaled a record high of $122,571.19, before pulling back slightly to last trade 2.4% higher at $121,952.61.

Copper’s Surge Could Signal a Gold Bull Run

BY PR — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 20:23:36 GMT

With copper rallying past a multi-decade trendline, Crescat’s Tavi Costa flags a potential gold bull ahead, miners and investors take note.

Gold Holds Firm Amid Tariffs; Silver Surges as Supply Deficits Deepen

BY PR — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 20:22:03 GMT

Gold steadies near $3,330 amid trade worries, while silver surges to ~13‑year highs, echoing 2011’s peak as supply deficits tighten and industrial demand strengthens.

Israel and US plan joint $200 million quantum fund, eyeing collaboration with UAE and Saudi Arabia

BY BLAIR PENN — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 15:01:07 GMT

Israel and the US are planning a $200 million joint quantum fund, possibly in collaboration with the UAE and Saudi Arabia, and expansion of the Abraham Accords to follow.

Foreign airlines returning to Israel faster than expected

BY STAV LIVNE/GLOBES/TNS — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 14:44:54 GMT

Next month there will be 56 more flights between Tel Aviv and New York due to United Airlines return and 41 new flights to various European destinations by Wizz Air.

Billion-Shekel potential: The most dazzling complex in the south is up for sale

BY OFER PETERSBURG/WALLA! — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 12:13:26 GMT

Hachshara Insurance offers 1,100 housing units and 7,000 m² of retail in Ashdod’s Soho complex, while keeping a strategic share. The project is part of Ashdod’s Kiryat Eitanim master plan.

Israel’s role in ensuring autonomous vehicles are safe - opinion

BY RAM MACHNESS — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 05:17:40 GMT

Recent industry developments show a clear transition from autonomous hype to genuine commercial feasibility.

Nvidia CEO to meet with Trump as market value goes above $4 trillion

BY REUTERS — Fri, 11 Jul 2025 00:45:25 GMT

The meeting with Trump comes as Nvidia's market value closed above $4 trillion for the first time on Thursday, cementing its status as one of Wall Street's most sought-after stocks.

Your Investments: Don’t let summer heat burn your finances

BY AARON KATSMAN — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 18:24:42 GMT

Start planning and saving well in advance of the summer so that the sudden expenses don’t send you scrambling to try and find the money to pay for them.

Your Taxes: Tough new fiscal residency proposals

BY LEON HARRIS — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 16:27:30 GMT

It is proposed that 75 days in Israel any year may soon make someone an Israeli resident – or even a mere 30 days for couples – subject to a further review over five years according to a formula.

Israeli cybersecurity funding doubles in 2024, outperforms global markets, non-profit finds

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:17:06 GMT

Startup Nation Central's 2025 Cybersecurity Spotlight examined why Israeli cybersecurity firms are performing so well, highlighting various strengths that differentiate them from global competitors.

A billion-Shekel project: Massive urban renewal launches in the heart of Gush Dan

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:04:18 GMT

After winning four tenders, Israel Europe plans 550 low-rise apartments in Bat Yam, 450m from the light rail and 900m from the sea. Prices start at NIS 2.5 million for a 3-room apartment.

OpenAI to release web browser in challenge to Google Chrome

BY REUTERS — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 21:33:18 GMT

If adopted by the 400 million weekly active users of ChatGPT, OpenAI's browser could put pressure on a key component of rival Google's ad-money spigot.

Nvidia-backed Perplexity launches AI-powered browser to take on Google Chrome

BY REUTERS — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 21:23:35 GMT

Comet is currently available to subscribers who pay $200 per month for Perplexity Max, with broader access rolling out via invite over the summer.

The scenario that could reignite Israel’s real estate market

BY TAL TAPUCHI — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 10:46:22 GMT

A sluggish market, high rates, and low morale weigh on housing. But Tal Tapuhi says post-war euphoria and regional calm could spark a price surge.

Goldman Sachs hires former British PM Sunak as senior adviser

BY REUTERS — Tue, 08 Jul 2025 17:48:35 GMT

For Sunak, the appointment marks a return to the bank, where he first worked as a summer intern in investment banking in 2000 and later as an analyst between 2001 and 2004.

'Not quite human': Popular band confirmed to have been AI, stunning fans

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Tue, 08 Jul 2025 10:38:34 GMT

After stories broke that the band may not exist, the band’s Spotify bio was updated to read that artificial intelligence had been used.

A new flavor in the heart of Gush Dan: The 'Umami' neighborhood surprises young people

BY OFER PETERSBURG/WALLA! — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:53:36 GMT

Quality schools, an NIS 11 million park, busy shops, a strong community, and Purple Line access make Kiryat Ono’s new neighborhood a top choice for thousands of families seeking modern living.

Israel’s bold move: Exploring AI regulation in healthcare - opinion

BY RUTH PLATO-SHINAR — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 02:12:45 GMT

Regulatory sandboxes in this domain must address the privacy of patient data, the safety and efficacy of treatments, and strict compliance with medical standards.

Kiryat Yam soars upward: A new project brings renewal to an old neighborhood

BY OFER PETERSBURG/WALLA! — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 14:19:43 GMT

Yehuda Levi Group begins a new urban renewal phase in Kiryat Yam: 64 old units on Ben Zvi St. to be replaced by 256 in 3 towers. In total, about 955 new apartments will be built in the area.

The Big Beautiful Bill Is Triggering a Gold & Silver Boom

BY PR — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 14:00:00 GMT

The “Big Beautiful Bill” is fueling inflation, expanding surveillance - and triggering a gold and silver boom. Here’s why precious metals may skyrocket as America enters crisis mode.

NVIDIA's 'mega campus' to expand in northern Israel with new research data center facility

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 12:05:05 GMT

Hi-tech giant NVIDIA submitted a Request for Information to purchase land in northern Israel for the construction of a new research facility on Sunday morning.