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Shahaf, who passed away from cancer, was a co-founder of the medical technology investment fund and led it alongside Talaor Sachs. "He knew how to pinpoint what was truly important to avoid breakdowns," says his former partner in an interview with mako.

Keren Dallal added "Shmulik" to the family WhatsApp group for their trip to Thailand, an AI agent she built via Base44. He answers questions, handles receipts, and suggests ways to avoid arguing over trivialities. "I think that once he is in WhatsApp, it makes it much more accessible to people," she tells mako.

A new post by the well-known leaker Fixed Focus Digital claims that Apple may increase prices for iPhone 17 models starting tomorrow, August 10. While there are no other sources for this rumor, market experts note that final pricing in Israel will depend on the current dollar exchange rate.

OpenAI has announced the removal of text chat limits for Free and Go users, transitioning to the GPT-5.6 Luna model and adding a 'Think' button for complex queries. Simultaneously, models for Plus and Pro users have been upgraded, while development of the Astra model has been partially halted after reaching a 'critical cyber threshold.'

It doesn't need food, doesn't go for walks, and doesn't leave hair on the sofa - but it does bark, wag its tail, react to petting, and even express emotions in its own way. For three weeks, I lived with LilMilo, the new robotic dog from Ecovacs, and discovered an impressive product that even the real dog in the office sniffed with curiosity. So where does it fall short?

A new development at Bar-Ilan University places an AI examiner in front of computer science students: instead of fighting the use of artificial intelligence, the system asks them questions about the code they submitted to ensure they truly understand the material. Students initially resisted, but report that the method improved their knowledge – and now there are plans to expand the project to...

The National Digital Agency warns of the ShadowCaptcha campaign identified in 45 countries, including Israel. Legitimate websites that have been breached display a fake verification that asks users to paste a command into their computer.

Microsoft has identified the CaptiveCrunch hacking campaign, which uses fake pop-ups on public networks. The National Cyber Directorate advises users not to enter passwords or install software when connecting to public Wi-Fi.

Just before its tenth anniversary, OnlyFans is generating about $7 billion a year. It is filled with big names of actresses, singers, child stars, and athletes, and is growing its own celebrities, such as Israel's Yarden Lasri. All of this would not have happened without a profound change in how pornographic content is perceived and marketed, but the legitimacy that OnlyFans enjoys does not...

Moti Bachar, 37, from Tel Aviv, launched an Instagram page that uses AI to reimagine the moments preceding the creation of iconic artworks, such as the "Mona Lisa" and "Girl with a Pearl Earring". Within three days, his videos garnered over 400,000 views. In an interview with mako, he discusses his workflow and sudden success: "I went to sleep with 30 followers and woke up with two thousand."

Ahead of the September launch event, the market estimates that Apple will raise prices for iPhones and watches as well. At the same time, the Pro model is expected to receive a new camera, a smaller Dynamic Island, and a new modem, but what intrigues Apple fans is the question of when the event will happen, and there seems to be an answer.

This week, the prestigious Black Hat information security conference is taking place in Las Vegas. Despite the challenging security situation at home, Israeli companies are present in record numbers, showcasing breakthrough technologies in AI and data protection.

The company hosted content creators at a luxury New York resort costing over $2,000 per night, featuring training, merchandise, and outdoor activities. Social media users quickly accused the creators of greenwashing, leading to a wave of criticism. OpenAI has offered no apologies for the controversial event.

Israeli company Kaltura has launched AI-powered avatars capable of analyzing speech tone, intent, and emotional context in real time. The technology aims to make corporate training simulations more natural and effective.

The app disappeared briefly from the app store for some users. Apple stated that prohibited materials were found, and after Telegram addressed them and the distributor, it was returned to the app store.

Roni Friedman, who managed Apple's development center in Herzliya for over nine years, is moving to lead the company's new CHIP-AI division, focused on integrating AI tools for employees. Tal Inbar has been appointed as the new site manager for Apple in Israel.

Israeli cybersecurity firm Zenity has secured $125 million in a Series C funding round to scale its platform for securing corporate AI agents. The company, which helps organizations monitor and control autonomous AI actions, plans to use the capital to accelerate global expansion.

Global workforce management firm Deel, founded by Israeli Alex Bouaziz and Shuo Wang, is acquiring Clarity, a startup specializing in detecting deepfakes and synthetic identities. This marks Deel's first-ever cybersecurity acquisition and its first in Israel.

Cyvore experts have uncovered a sophisticated phishing campaign impersonating the gov.il government portal. The attackers use an interactive system that steals personal data and credit card details as they are being typed, while also controlling the verification process in real-time.

If you woke up this morning to a system push notification about an earthquake, you are likely an Android user. Expensive iPhones did not receive the alert because the Google Earthquake Alerts system utilizes built-in smartphone accelerometers to detect seismic waves, a feature not present in the Apple ecosystem.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has declared that the singularity is already here. Strategist Eran Gefen urges managers and organizations to view AGI not as a mere tech update, but as a profound business and social revolution.

Plaud Note Pro is an ultra-thin AI voice recorder that attaches to your smartphone to transcribe and summarize meetings. We analyze whether this device is worth its price and monthly subscription.

Israeli startup Tomgrow has developed Medium X, a hydrogel growth medium that allows plants to thrive without soil. This technology provides plants with a steady supply of water and minerals, significantly reducing maintenance and enabling greenery in challenging office environments.

Noa Daniel Keenan accidentally dropped her iPhone 16 Pro Max into the Sea of Galilee during a boat trip. After failing to locate it, she replaced the device, only for it to be found by bathers two weeks later. Thanks to a social media post, the phone was returned to her in working condition.

The groundcover company has completed a third funding round led by One Peak, bringing its total funding to $160 million. The company, which has developed a platform for monitoring computer systems, employs 140 people and reports more than 250 paying customers.

The new Nike Air Zoom Hyperslide, developed in collaboration with Hyperice, is designed for post-workout recovery. The model will be available in the US starting September 29th for $249.

The robotics startup Enigma, founded about ten months ago by 8200 alumni Yonatan Yakobi (CEO) and Gal Niv (CTO), both 26, has been revealed for the first time with a massive $71 million seed round. The company is developing foundation models and software for Physical AI that will allow robots to operate in human environments, and is launching a public real-time remote control experiment.

OpenAI CEO declares that humanity has reached the "singularity," a point where AI surpasses human intelligence. Amidst this milestone, a rogue AI agent breached Hugging Face databases, prompting calls for "radical transparency" and a $100 million commitment to cybersecurity.

The National Cyber Directorate warns against fake invoice emails containing links to malicious software. Attackers are using remote access tools while impersonating well-known companies like ESET.

Following a wave of blocks affecting hundreds of users in Israel, the Israel Internet Association is urging the public to back up important data immediately. Meta has stated they are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

While software companies are cutting back, the hardware industry is experiencing growth thanks to the AI revolution. With stocks soaring and record demand for engineers, giants like Nvidia and Applied Materials are hiring vigorously. "More than 1,000 employees have started working with us in the last year, and we have more than 450 open positions," says Yael Aviram-Rosenfeld, recruitment director...

While Singapore is aggressively pursuing the AI revolution with national mass-training plans and robust social safety nets, Israel is lagging behind due to infrastructure constraints and a lack of long-term vision. Efrat Bachar Nathaniel, CEO of the Mosaic Institute, warns of a looming wave of layoffs and proposes a bold solution: taxing the 'AI dividend' and establishing a civil wealth fund to...

Five tech professionals from Israeli companies share their side projects — from a baby tracking app to a guitar learning site — developed with the help of AI and Claude, proving that curiosity and desire can lead to real products even without a formal programming background.