In a significant international move to enhance child protection in the digital world, the European Commission has formalized its cooperation with counterparts in Australia and the United Kingdom to strengthen efforts aimed at keeping children safe online. The development, reported in the article titled “Commission agrees to advance child safety online with Australia’s eSafety Commissioner…
In a significant move that cautions against overstepping ethical boundaries within the National Health Services (NHS), Clalit, Israel’s largest healthcare organization, recently terminated the employment of twelve senior doctors and administrative staff members. This decision was precipitated by the discovery of alleged misconduct involving private patients being illegally treated within public facilities, as well as…
Rising tensions between Israel’s technology sector and government over the latter’s proposed judicial reforms have escalated recently. The controversial overhaul, which would empower Parliament to overturn Supreme Court decisions and enhance political control over judicial appointments, has ignited fears of eroding democratic norms and potentially destabilizing the country’s economy. Top voices in Israel’s tech industry,…
In an era where technological advancement often outpaces regulatory frameworks, and where privacy concerns loom large in the public consciousness, facial recognition technology (FRT) represents one of the most contentious frontlines. Amid this backdrop, Israeli tech companies are emerging as significant players in the global landscape of FRT, primarily driven by innovations that promise to…
In an intriguing turn within the banking sector, Israeli regulator Yoel Bar-El has recently taken on the role of Chief Executive of Bank Hapoalim, marking the second instance of such a transition involving high-profile regulatory authorities and commercial banks in Israel. This phenomenon underscores a significant shift towards mutual collaboration between Israel’s financial institutions and…
In a concerning shift in cryptocurrency norms, South Korea’s top financial regulators are proactively implementing restrictions to stem an uptick in speculative crypto trading, heightened by recent market volatility. This policy change includes a notable ban on the issuance and distribution of privacy coins—cryptocurrencies like Monero, Dash, and Zcash, which obfuscate the identity of their…
In a historic move underscoring its understanding of the urgent need for environmental preservation, Israel has inaugurated its first nature reserve specifically aimed at protecting its dwindling bat populations. As reported by Calcalist, in an article titled “Israel Establishes Its First Nature Reserve Dedicated to Bats,” this initiative marks a significant step toward biodiversity conservation…
Wingtech Technology Co., the Chinese parent company of Dutch semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia, is confronting mounting financial risks in the face of tightened state oversight in the Netherlands and looming disruptions to automotive production. Despite reporting an eye-catching 280 percent year-on-year surge in profits, Wingtech has warned of potential cash flow issues that could threaten its…
In a recent development, Israeli tech CEOs have called on the government to adopt new measures to address the economic ramifications of the country’s longstanding political crisis. Among the most vocal leaders in this initiative is Eynat Guez, CEO of Papaya Global, who spearheaded a gathering of top tech executives concerned about the spiraling situation…
As clocks prepare to spring forward or fall back, Americans are once again gearing up for the biannual ritual of Daylight Saving Time (DST), a practice that remains both widespread and controversial. The article titled “When Does the Time Change 2025? Everything You Need to Know About Daylight Savings” published by StartupNews.fyi outlines the key…
