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The Real Story Behind Israel’s $110B Tech Activity ft. Yariv Lotan and Hila Shitrit Nissim of SNC
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- Israeltech
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- Apr 16, 2026
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- 2627
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Summary
Israel’s tech ecosystem is going through a shift. Early stage startups are finding it harder to raise. Investors are focusing on stronger companies with real traction. Sectors outside AI and cyber are feeling that pressure more than others. At the same time, global demand for Israeli technology remains strong. Companies from around the world are still coming to Israel to find talent, partnerships, and new solutions. In this conversation, Yariv Lotan and Hila Shitrit Nissim from @startupnationcentral share what they are seeing across the ecosystem. From funding dynamics to sector trends, to how global perception and local resilience are shaping what comes next, this is a closer look at where Israeli tech stands today and where it is heading. Hosted by Yoel Israel --- 00:00 What Startup Nation Central does 05:00 How global companies use the ecosystem 08:00 Connecting startups with investors and partners 10:00 New tech challenges and opportunities 13:00 Working with startups vs multinationals 16:00 What global players are looking for in Israel 18:30 The growth of Israel’s tech ecosystem 21:00 Why early stage startups are struggling 24:00 Talent, sectors, and the future of Israeli tech --- Thank you to our incredible partners for making this all possible! IsraelTech is proud to partner with Deel, the global all-in-one HR and payroll platform for teams in 150+ countries. To support the show, please go check out our partner Deel at: https://www.deel.com/israeltech IsraelTech is also proud to partner with Wadi Digital. Wadi drives growth for B2B tech, cybersecurity, and SaaS companies with expert-led performance marketing, turning strategy into real results. Check them out at https://wadidigital.com/ --- Subscribe to our weekly newsletter 👉🏼 https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/26a…