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Mentalist Lior Suchard Upgrades to Luxury Duplex in Tel Aviv
Israeli mentalist Lior Suchard has purchased a luxury duplex in Tel Aviv's Park Bavli project for millions, upgrading his living situation while staying in the same neighborhood.

Microsoft Cancels UK Data Center Deal with Nscale Amid Power Grid Delays
Microsoft cancels a major data center deal with AI infrastructure provider Nscale in the UK due to power grid delays stretching into the 2030s, impacting Nscale's planned US IPO.

LinkedIn Takes Action Against AI-Generated Content Overload
LinkedIn is fighting back against the surge of AI-generated content flooding its platform, utilizing user reports and algorithms to suppress generic posts despite its parent company Microsoft heavily investing in artificial intelligence.

Israel Sets Power Grid Regulations for Massive New Data Center Infrastructure
Israel's Electricity Authority is setting regulations for data centers consuming up to 200 megawatts. Industry experts detail the massive infrastructure, supply chain hurdles, and multi-billion-shekel investments required.

Oppenheimer Projects Tech Giants' AI Spending to Reach $1.3 Trillion by 2027
Oppenheimer projects tech giants' AI capital expenditures will reach $1.3 trillion by 2027, boosting chipmakers like Nvidia and Broadcom while consumer electronics face steep declines.

Microsoft Reports Record $130 Billion in New Data Center Leases for AI
Microsoft reports a record-breaking $130 billion in new data center leases, pushing uncommenced lease commitments to $329.1 billion to fuel surging AI infrastructure demand.
Microsoft Unveils Maia 300 AI Chip to Boost Infrastructure and Reduce Nvidia Reliance
Microsoft has unveiled Maia 300, its third-generation AI chip built on a chiplet architecture to rival Nvidia. Alongside massive infrastructure investments, the tech giant is restructuring its Israeli R&D center.
Microsoft Restructures Copilot Studio Group in Israel Amid Global Changes
Microsoft is implementing a global restructuring affecting its Copilot Studio group in Israel. While most employees will transition to new roles, some positions face layoffs.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Calls for Emergency Brake on Advanced AI
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has called for an emergency brake on advanced AI development, urging the industry to adopt strict containment and independent control mechanisms.
US Suspends Microsoft and Tech Giants from Permanent Residency Program
The US administration suspended Microsoft, Adobe, and other tech giants from a permanent residency program for skilled foreign workers, citing fraud concerns and a push to hire more Americans.
Israeli Tech Unicorn OpenWeb Files for Insolvency Amid Severe Cash Crunch
Israeli tech unicorn OpenWeb Technologies has filed for a stay of proceedings and insolvency protection at the Tel Aviv District Court, burdened by 177.5 million shekels in debt after losing major clients and facing a severe cash crunch.
Israel Ranks Second Globally in Microsoft's 2026 Cyber Defense Report
Microsoft's 2026 Digital Defense Report ranks Israel second globally for cyber attacks, absorbing 7.6% of worldwide activity and 39% of all Iranian-linked cyber threats.
Ohad Yassin Emerging as Top Contender to Lead Microsoft Israel R&D
Ohad Yassin, a Microsoft global vice president leading the sovereign cloud division, is a top candidate to replace Michal Braverman-Blumenstyk as CEO of Microsoft Israel R&D.
Seattle Times and Newsday Sue OpenAI and Microsoft Over Copyright
The Seattle Times and Newsday have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft in a New York federal court. The publishers accuse the tech giants of using copyrighted articles to train AI models without permission.
Michal Braverman-Blumenstyk steps down as General Manager of Microsoft Israel R&D
Michal Braverman-Blumenstyk, who has led Microsoft's Israel R&D center for the past 6.5 years, has announced her departure from the company. She will remain in her role until the end of the year.
Before the school year: Microsoft reminds you that you can get Office for free
Ahead of the new school year, Microsoft reminds students and teachers in the Israeli education system that they are eligible for a free Microsoft 365 license. The suite includes Copilot AI and can be installed on up to five devices.
GTA 6 Leaks Persist: Take-Two Takes Legal Action Against Microsoft and Discord
Take-Two has launched a legal battle to identify the source of major GTA 6 gameplay leaks. The developer is seeking court orders to obtain user data from Microsoft and Discord to track down those responsible.
Windows 11 update causes game crashes and computer malfunctions
Security update KB5121003, released as mandatory and fixing over 400 vulnerabilities, is reportedly causing game crashes, connection and display issues, and even system crashes. Microsoft has already launched an investigation, but there is no official solution yet.
Microsoft is finally fixing one of the most annoying things in Windows: the menu
Microsoft has admitted that the Windows 11 context menu has become cluttered and slow. The company is rolling out a major update focused on performance improvements and full user customization of the menu items.
Microsoft is finally fixing one of the most annoying things in Windows: the menu
Microsoft has acknowledged that the context menu in Windows 11 is cluttered and slow. The company announced a major update focused on performance improvements and full user customization of the menu.
Entrepreneurs stood in line for him, now he needs to make peace: Behind the scenes of the intriguing transition in the Israeli tech industry
The man who was one of the architects of the AI revolution in Israel is now appointed to head Microsoft Israel, just as the company is struggling for its foothold in the government and the defense establishment.
From Nvidia to Microsoft: The new CEO of the Israeli operation
After nearly a decade at Nvidia as the company's sales manager in Israel, Nati Amsterdam will step into the shoes of Alon Haimovich, who recently resigned from Microsoft Israel.
Microsoft and Meta signed lease agreements for $1.1 trillion
Five of the world's largest technology companies – Microsoft, Meta, Oracle, Amazon, and Alphabet – have collectively committed to approximately $1.16 trillion in future lease payments. Most of the amount is intended for the construction of data centers for the development and services of artificial intelligence. These are facilities that have not yet opened, but the companies have already locked...
National Cyber Directorate Warns Against Public Wi-Fi Risks in Hotels and Airports
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.
"Tokenmaxxing is not the goal": Microsoft limits employee token usage
Microsoft is tightening control over employee AI token spending. Management is shifting focus toward efficiency rather than maximum resource consumption, transitioning to the GPT-5.6 Sol model.
Assuta Develops Personal AI Medical Assistant
Assuta Medical Centers, in partnership with Microsoft, is developing an AI system to act as a personal assistant for doctors. The system will automate documentation and information retrieval during patient encounters.
Microsoft CEO warns: "These companies will not survive"
Satya Nadella has reiterated a sharp warning against relying solely on popular AI tools. We examine the implications of this claim and why it directly affects the investment portfolios of many Israelis.
Mixed Trends in Asian Markets, Sharp Decline in Japanese Banks
The Nikkei index is up 1.3%, while the Kospi and Hang Seng show declines. Oil prices are retreating: Brent crude is down 1.4% to $89.5 per barrel, and WTI is down 1.1% to $83.5 per barrel.
Microsoft Beats Forecasts: 43% Jump in Cloud Revenue
Microsoft recorded $90 billion in revenue for the fourth fiscal quarter, exceeding analyst expectations. The growth was primarily driven by the Azure cloud division, which saw a 43% revenue increase.
Mate Security Raises $35 Million in Series A Led by Microsoft's M12
Israeli cybersecurity startup Mate Security has raised $35 million in a Series A round. The funding, which includes participation from Microsoft's investment arm M12, comes just eight months after the company's initial launch.
Mate Security Raises $35 Million from Microsoft Eight Months After Seed Round
Cybersecurity firm Mate Security has raised $35 million in a Series A round led by Canaan Partners and Microsoft's M12 fund. The company's total funding has now surpassed $50 million.
With an Israeli touch: Microsoft unveils a cyber defense system based on AI agents
Microsoft has unveiled Perception, a new cyber defense system powered by autonomous AI agents. Developed in part at the company's Israeli R&D center, the solution aims to address the growing threat of AI-driven cyberattacks.