FIMI, Israel's largest private equity firm, announced a record $1.75 billion raise for its newest fund, the largest amount it has ever raised. The round reflects strong institutional demand from both international and local investors for exposure to Israeli assets.
In parallel, vgames, the Israeli gaming investment fund, closed a $500 million raise. Its innovative model allows portfolio startups to scale without diluting equity, tying financing directly to user-generated revenue.
Cribl, a U.S. software company, acquired Israeli cybersecurity startup CardinalOps for approximately $100 million. The deal includes establishing a Tel Aviv office and expands Cribl's presence in Israel.
J-Ventures closed its third fund with $36 million, bringing total AUM to $110 million. The fund focuses on Israeli and U.S. startups.
The Israel Innovation Authority is leading a NIS 70 million ($23.2 million) investment to launch an AI consortium for personalized medicine.
Quantum Art and Classiq, two Israeli quantum computing startups, are pursuing SPAC deals targeting valuations of up to $5 billion.
Meta launched an AI-driven growth program supporting 15 Israeli startups in fintech, health, proptech, and consumer sectors.
Harry Stebbings of 20VC invested $4.5 million in an unnamed pre-product Israeli startup.
Israeli companies Kela and eyesAtop won an IDF contract to power autonomous attack drones, beating a U.S. competitor.
This week's activity underscores continued strong international interest in the Israeli ecosystem, both from funds and large technology companies.