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    Germany's Munich Re to buy $2.6 billion Next Insurance

    Munich Re is buying the 71% of Next Insurance that it doesn't already own, strengthening its foothold in the United States and valuing the California-based company at $2.6 billion, a division of the German company said on...

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    New travel requirements for Israel

    As of January 2025 travelers to Israel must have a valid visa or ETA-IL approval before starting their journey.

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    €500 Billion Over the Next 12 Years: A New Market Opportunity for Israel

    The recent U.S. announcement imposing trade tariffs on European Union member states coincided almost simultaneously with Germany’s approval of an amendment to its Basic Law (Grundgesetz) allowing for the allocation of cumulative...

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    Berlin and Tel Aviv-Yafo to sign Twin Cities agreement

    Mayor of Berlin Kai Wegner and Mayor of Tel Aviv-Yafo Ron Huldai have announced the establishment of a new Twin Cities partnership. The agreement marks 60 years of diplomatic relations between Germany and Israel and reflects...

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    60 years of diplomatic relations between Israel and the Federal Republic of Germany

    Sixty years ago, Israel and the Federal Republic of Germany established diplomatic relations. This is what is planned for the anniversary year.

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    Israeli Solar Company Apollo Power Expands into Europe

    Apollo Power, the Israeli solar technology company, is revolutionizing the commercial vehicle industry with its breakthrough flexible solar solutions. After securing a strategic partnership with German automotive giant ZF...

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    Germany Seeks Israeli Expertise for National Cyber Defense Project

    Germany is planning a national cyber shield, the "Cyber Dome", aimed at strengthening its defense against digital threats. In shaping this ambitious initiative, Germany is turning to Israel's proven cyber capabilities and...

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    Another Israeli Tech Exit: Xero Acquires Israeli Fintech Company Melio for $3 Billion

    New Zealand-based accounting platform Xero has announced its acquisition of Israeli fintech company Melio, marking one of the largest exits in Israel’s fintech sector to date.

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    Teva launches startup challenge program

    Teva has launched a biannual Startup Challenge Program to identify technological solutions supporting the drug development process. Startups from Israel and around the world are invited to apply.

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    NVIDIA plans massive tech campus in Israel, boosting AI innovation

    NVIDIA has announced it is seeking land in the Yokneam area to establish a major new campus that would serve as its main R&D hub in Israel. The project reflects NVIDIA’s long-term strategic commitment to the region and is...

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    Israeli Tech Funding Reaches $9.3B in First Half of 2025, Highest in Three Years

    Despite regional instability and fewer deals, investor confidence rises with larger rounds and strong early-stage recovery.

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    Israeli tech M&A deals reach new peak - report

    According to Vintage Investment Partners, M&A deals reached a new record of this year of $10.5 billion, 22% higher than the previous peak in 2021.

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