Israel's tech scene warms to crypto payments
From blockchain expertise to evolving regulations, Israel’s tech ecosystem is helping normalize crypto payments, including for online poker and digital entertainment.
Banking & Finance
The Governor warns: 'Unrestrained defense budget will lead to an increase in deficit and inflation'
Why Americans save for retirement but put off writing a will
Insurance Report: 17,000 inquiries annually, NIS 21.5m. returned to the public
Your Investments: What new olim can teach us about gratitude and entitlement
Say thank you when you receive good fortune and realize that there are no entitlements in life.
Your Taxes: Does Israel need to tax billionaires?
In practice, taxation is cat and mouse. New rules result in new tax planning techniques. It is unclear whether family members would each have a $100 million threshold.
Bitcoin roars back above $71,000 as crypto markets rally
Policy shifts, surging altcoins, and record ETF inflows: What’s driving Bitcoin’s surge past $71,000.
Changes to working hours and minimum wage in Israel for 2026
A major shift for Israel’s workforce: How upcoming updates to pay rates and labor limits will impact your paycheck and work-life balance.
Israelis stayed home, hotel profits soared
The domestic hospitality sector turned early-year losses into a major Q2 financial recovery, driven by local tourism and overseas expansion.
Insurance companies' profits surged this quarter to NIS 2.85 Billion
Phoenix and Menora Mivtachim led a 20% Q2 profit surge to NIS 2.85B across Israel's top insurers, prompting raised business targets and major dividend payouts.
Amiram Levin brings GreenOnyx to wider market through Tiv Taam
Maj. Gen. (res.) Amiram Levin invests in Israeli agritech start-up GreenOnyx, partnering with the Tiv Taam chain to bring its once-exclusive super-vegetable to the mass market.
Carasso Motors reports revenue surge to NIS 4.7B in H1 2026
Vehicle importer sees strong growth driven by core activities and Metro Motor consolidation, boosting Q2 market share to 16.8% despite regional conflict.
Israel's new philanthropists are not writing checks, but managing capital - interview
A new generation of entrepreneurs is changing everything we thought we knew about philanthropy. Maya Natan Mozer, CEO and founder of Keshet, explains how the world of philanthropy is changing.
A wild day in crypto: Bitcoin surges as market forces take over
Following weeks of stagnation and weakness, the crypto market rallied sharply, driven by US Treasury bond relief, regulatory tailwinds, and massive short-position liquidations.
