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Israel Launches State-Backed Defense-Tech VC Funds to Secure Technological Independence
Israel's Ministry of Defense and Ministry of Finance are launching state-backed defense-tech venture capital funds, including Adir Capital led by Maj. Gen. Michel Yanko, to secure technological independence and fund growth-stage startups.
Defense startup, named after the founder's brother who fell in Lebanon, raises $41 million
The Israeli company AITAN, named after Captain Eitan Oster who fell in Lebanon, was founded by Udi Oster and Daniel Almog, who met during their service as officers in Unit 8200 and previously worked with hostage survivor Or Levy. The company develops AI systems for unmanned vehicles, which have accumulated over half a million flight hours in the IDF, and is now expanding its operations to allied...
Ministry of Defense ramps up startup procurement
A new MAFAT report obtained by Globes reveals that the volume of orders from startups doubled in the first half of 2026, alongside records in capital raising and defense exports. Autonomous platforms and AI solutions lead the volume of engagements.
When other companies are laying off: a 40% increase in jobs in the Defense Tech field
While the high-tech sector saw only a 6% increase in new jobs, the Defense Tech field recorded a 40% jump in the first half of 2026, alongside rising salaries ranging mostly between 35,000 and 45,000 shekels per month. Data from the SQlink group shows that demand is focused on AI, cyber, and Embedded systems, with more tech professionals now open to opportunities in the defense industries.