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International Left-Handers Day, observed on August 13, was intentionally set on a Friday the 13th. The day aims to celebrate the uniqueness of left-handers and highlight the challenges they face in a right-handed world.

Raanan Cohen, a startup founder, urges employees and entrepreneurs to sell vested shares immediately upon maturity. He argues that waiting for "just a little more" is a dangerous illusion that often leads to significant financial loss.

The Dornier 335 'Pfeil' was a unique engineering feat of World War II. Featuring an innovative 'push-pull' configuration, this heavy fighter boasted exceptional speed and devastating firepower.

Private equity firm Silver Lake is in talks to acquire software company Workday, with a market value estimated at approximately $43 billion. The potential deal could be one of the largest in the software industry.

Instagram has unveiled its first new logo in a decade. Users have criticized the design for poor legibility, while others urged the platform to address ongoing issues with account suspensions and bot activity.

Alongside new records in business activity, Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is dealing with increasing pressure on its cash flow, primarily due to a 5 billion shekel debt from the Ministry of Defense.

OpenAI announced the departure of Chief Revenue Officer Denise Dresser less than a year after she joined. She will be replaced by Dali Rajic, former president and COO of the Israeli cybersecurity firm Wiz.

Incheon Airport in South Korea has become the world's busiest airport for the first time, serving 38.4 million passengers in the first half of the year. The surge is attributed to infrastructure expansion and shifting global travel patterns.

The American-Israeli defense company Ondas reported second-quarter revenue of $84 million, a 14-fold increase year-over-year. Despite this growth, the company's operating loss widened to $163 million, driven largely by significant stock-based compensation for executives.

A couple from Netanya living in Moscow discovered a 1.2 million shekel mortgage registered on their apartment. They claim they are victims of a fraud network that used stolen documents to secure the loan.

Israel's Cellebrite is appointing a new CEO and lowering its 2026 guidance. Following the announcement, the company's stock plunged more than 20% in premarket trading on the Nasdaq.

Arbitrator Chen Schreiber has determined that the total value of Tiv Taam's acquisition of Mizrach Ve-Maarav will be 131 million shekels. This figure is 8% higher than the valuation set in the original December 2024 agreement.

Haifa Airport is facing significant congestion and parking shortages due to record-breaking passenger numbers this summer. Authorities are working on infrastructure upgrades to address the load.

The 'Ha-Shachaf' restaurant in Tel Aviv attempts to recreate the atmosphere of legendary fish joints from the past. Despite high-quality dishes, the effort to capture the old-school spirit feels like a mere imitation.

Despite the slowdown in the residential real estate sector, Africa Israel Residences managed to sell 71 housing units this quarter, with the monetary volume of transactions rising to 248 million shekels.

Tadiran concluded the second quarter with a net profit of 15 million shekels, reversing last year's loss. Revenue rose by 15.1%, driven by a 34% surge in the energy sector.

New York City Council member Zohran Mamdani has announced his support for a bill requiring Amazon to hire couriers as direct employees. The move aims to curb exploitative employment models in the gig economy.

First International Bank has decided to merge its technology subsidiary, Mataf, into its core operations. The bank aims to enhance efficiency and integrate technological development directly into its banking infrastructure.

Tnuva is relocating its 51%-owned "Rico" pasta factory to the Rehovot dairy complex, following the closure of the "Olivia" spreads plant. The project involves an investment of approximately 30 million shekels.

Bank Leumi has announced a partnership with Galaxy Digital to offer digital asset trading services. The service, integrated into the Leumi Trade app, is expected to launch in early 2027.

The betting platform Kalshi reported 32 cases of suspected insider trading to regulators in the second quarter. According to The New York Times, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is currently conducting up to 20 active investigations based on this evidence.

German automaker Porsche is set to combine its emissions pool with China's Xpeng. This strategic move aims to meet strict EU environmental standards and avoid substantial financial penalties.

Alon Tal, CEO of the Merit fund, clarifies the investors' role in the Reshet 13 acquisition. He emphasizes that the project is a business investment rather than a political tool and denies any direct management involvement pending regulatory approval.

Barak Peleg, former coach of Hapoel Galil Elyon, took charge of the Otef Darom basketball club to help residents of the Gaza envelope recover after the events of October 7. The project has become a symbol of renewal.

Ukraine has launched a new form of economic warfare by targeting Wildberries logistics centers with UAVs. The goal is to shatter the illusion of normalcy for Russian citizens and strike at the heart of the Russian economy, setting a dangerous precedent.

Every AI prompt has an environmental cost: servers consume vast amounts of water and electricity. Increased system efficiency only drives higher usage, following the Jevons paradox.

Foreign exchange markets remain calm ahead of Israeli inflation data. The dollar is up 0.1% at 2.98 shekels, while annual US inflation dipped to 3.4% in July.

The Ofir-SouthUp Ventures fund, which invests in technology companies in the Western Negev, is preparing to make its first investments. The fund is expected to raise between $20 million and $30 million.

Twelve organizations caring for children with disabilities have appealed to the Ministry of Education to halt budget cuts for special education. They accuse the ministry of pushing the policy through in a "sneak attack" under the cover of Operation "Lion's Roar".

The Yitzhaki Group, led by Roni Yitzhaki, has acquired a 60-dunam land plot in western Ra'anana from Mishan for 250 million shekels. The site is slated for a large-scale mixed-use urban development project.

A new Northwestern University study shows that increasing urban tree canopy coverage reduces overall mortality by 10%. Despite this, Israel continues to cut down trees at a high rate.

A new study by Northwestern University scientists reveals that increasing urban tree canopy can reduce overall mortality by approximately 10%. Despite these findings, Israel continues to see mass tree felling.

Retired Admiral Mike Rogers, former NSA director, analyzes recent cyberattacks on US water infrastructure. He warns that AI is drastically changing the landscape by automating complex cyberattacks.

The Ministry of Defense has reopened a tender for IDF attack drones, adding Ondas-owned Airobotics to the list of suppliers. The move has sparked questions within the defense industry.

Since its IPO in 2021, the shares of infrastructure company Rimon have jumped over 300%, reaching a market cap of 5.3 billion shekels. CEO and controlling shareholder Yossi Almalem, who holds 13.6% of the shares, has requested an update to his compensation terms, including a retention bonus.

The energy company Adelteq, controlled by Uri Adelsburg, is conducting initial contacts to acquire 50% of the Hagit power plant from Shikun & Binui Energy. The value of these holdings is estimated at approximately 800 million shekels net.

Ron Hochman, former CEO of Mizrahi-Tefahot Invest, is launching a new real estate investment firm. The company aims to build a portfolio of 1 billion shekels over the coming years.

The security establishment is demanding 183 billion shekels for 2026, far exceeding the original 112 billion budget. This has sparked a major conflict with the Ministry of Finance amid concerns over civilian spending.

Bank Leumi has canceled an option allocation plan for CEO Hanan Friedman following a Bank of Israel directive. The regulator ruled that executive compensation cannot be linked to the performance of a single subsidiary.

Mor Gemel ve-Pensiya reported a total profit of 17.5 million shekels for the second quarter, a 3% decrease year-on-year. Despite this, the company has raised its profit forecast for 2026.