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Sep 3, 2026
ServiceNow Acquires Israeli Enterprise Startup Sweep for $400 Million
Business

ServiceNow Acquires Israeli Enterprise Startup Sweep for $400 Million

Enterprise software giant ServiceNow is expanding its AI and metadata management capabilities with the acquisition of Israeli startup Sweep. Sources indicate the deal is valued at approximately $400 million.

First report: ServiceNow acquires Israeli startup Sweep for $400 million
Business

First report: ServiceNow acquires Israeli startup Sweep for $400 million

American software giant ServiceNow has completed the acquisition of the Israeli startup Sweep. According to information received, the deal is valued at $400 million.

PayPal lays off about 20% of its employees in Israel
Business

PayPal lays off about 20% of its employees in Israel

International payment giant PayPal is cutting approximately 70 out of 300 staff members at its Israeli R&D center. The move is part of a global efficiency plan aimed at saving $1.5 billion annually.

Sep 2, 2026
Back to routine and searching: 8 tech jobs to start with right now
Career

Back to routine and searching: 8 tech jobs to start with right now

Geektime Insider presents a list of current job openings in leading Israeli high-tech companies. If you are planning a career move or looking for a new position, check out the opportunities at Connecteam, Arpeely, DriveNets, and Applied Materials.

Aug 30, 2026
Before the school year: Microsoft reminds you that you can get Office for free
Consumer

Before the school year: Microsoft reminds you that you can get Office for free

Ahead of the new school year, Microsoft reminds students and teachers in the Israeli education system that they are eligible for a free Microsoft 365 license. The suite includes Copilot AI and can be installed on up to five devices.

Aug 28, 2026
The pool will wait: Israeli high-tech did not rest in August
Business

The pool will wait: Israeli high-tech did not rest in August

While you were relaxing, Israeli high-tech was running on turbo. With half a billion dollars in funding, one huge exit, and several under-the-radar surprises, the sleepy summer month became the most active in recent years.

Aug 27, 2026
NVIDIA on the way to acquire Hugging Face for $12.9 billion
Business

NVIDIA on the way to acquire Hugging Face for $12.9 billion

NVIDIA is reportedly nearing a $12.9 billion acquisition of Hugging Face. This deal would allow the chip giant to expand its influence beyond hardware and into the core of the global AI development ecosystem.

Aug 26, 2026
Want both high-tech and stability? Here are 10 new jobs you should know about
Career

Want both high-tech and stability? Here are 10 new jobs you should know about

The demand for technological roles in the Israeli government and public sector is at its peak. The SQlink Group, which provides technological services and solutions for the high-tech market, is recruiting employees for new projects in government and public bodies.

Aug 25, 2026
An exit after relocation: How not to become an ATM for the Tax Authority
Personal Finance

An exit after relocation: How not to become an ATM for the Tax Authority

Selling shares after moving between countries can lead to complex tax consequences. The Israeli Tax Authority considers not only the exit date but the entire history of asset ownership, including periods of residency and tax exemptions.

Aug 24, 2026
Received a PIP? It's not a hearing, but there are 3 steps you need to take
Career

Received a PIP? It's not a hearing, but there are 3 steps you need to take

Receiving a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) often causes panic, but it does not mean immediate termination. An expert explains how to properly handle the process to either save your job or prepare for the job market.

Aug 23, 2026
NVIDIA is 'not acquiring' a startup in a $6 billion deal
Business

NVIDIA is 'not acquiring' a startup in a $6 billion deal

NVIDIA has entered into a $6 billion deal with the startup Poolside, securing access to its AI models and a team of 109 engineers. This strategic move is aimed at strengthening the company's position in the field of 'open weights' models.

Aug 21, 2026
YouTube hikes prices in Israel
Consumer

YouTube hikes prices in Israel

YouTube is updating its subscription rates in Israel. Monthly fees will increase by 20% to 25% depending on the selected plan.

Aug 19, 2026
Signed a deal? Congratulations, you just lost tens of thousands of dollars
Career

Signed a deal? Congratulations, you just lost tens of thousands of dollars

Any gap between the signed contract and the actual billing immediately turns into a sharp operational and reputational conflict.

Aug 18, 2026
A new workshop will teach you how to bypass HR filters when job hunting
Career

A new workshop will teach you how to bypass HR filters when job hunting

When one job opening receives hundreds of applications, methods must change. Yehonatan Alfasi from Ti-Space shares strategies to help candidates reach decision-makers directly.

Aug 13, 2026
5 tech companies with open positions you should know
Career

5 tech companies with open positions you should know

Looking for your next career move? We have compiled a list of open development and high-tech positions to help you refresh your resume and find your next challenge.

Aug 12, 2026
Assaf Rappaport in talks to acquire McDonald's franchise in Israel
Consumer

Assaf Rappaport in talks to acquire McDonald's franchise in Israel

Wiz founder Assaf Rappaport is reportedly exploring the acquisition of the McDonald's franchise in Israel. Following recent moves into the media sector, the entrepreneur is looking to diversify his portfolio beyond technology.

Aug 11, 2026
For the first time: Employees in Israel declare a labor dispute over fears of being replaced by AI
Career

For the first time: Employees in Israel declare a labor dispute over fears of being replaced by AI

The Histadrut and the AIG Israel workers' committee have declared a labor dispute over the implementation of an AI-based voice agent. Employees fear mass layoffs, as over 550 staff members could be replaced by the new technology.

Aug 8, 2026
Phenomenon: Entrepreneurs who made billion-dollar exits are returning to work as employees
Career

Phenomenon: Entrepreneurs who made billion-dollar exits are returning to work as employees

After billion-dollar exits, prominent tech entrepreneurs are stepping down from CEO roles to join AI giants like Anthropic and OpenAI as individual technical contributors.

Aug 2, 2026
August Chill: 5 Companies Hiring Now and Hosting Kids' Activities
Career

August Chill: 5 Companies Hiring Now and Hosting Kids' Activities

Looking for your next career move this summer? We have compiled a list of high-tech companies that are currently hiring and offering summer camps or office activities for employees' children in August.

Jul 26, 2026
Intel Loses 1.3 Billion Shekel Grant Due to Expansion Delays
Markets

Intel Loses 1.3 Billion Shekel Grant Due to Expansion Delays

The state has cancelled a 1.3 billion shekel grant for Intel following the freeze on the expansion of its Kiryat Gat plant. The Ministry of Finance decided not to wait for progress, though it kept a separate grant scheduled for 2026.