Tech


Israel-Gaza War, Cyberterror
Report: 800 cyber attacks stopped or contained between October 7 and end of 2023

The National Cyber Directorate also noted a move from propaganda efforts to disruption attacks on Israel's infrastructure, with a focus on digital service providers.

Avi Woolf | 31.03.24

AI, NVIDIA

Globes: NVIDIA looking to acquire Israeli AI company Run:AI

Run:AI develops technology allowing organizations and companies to make the most of their already existing artificial intelligence infrastructures.

Avi Woolf | 17.03.24

Technology, Teenagers

Pew: 95% of US teenagers have a smartphone, 72% at least sometimes feel good without it

70% of teenagers believe smartphones contain more benefits than harms, as opposed to 30% who believe the opposite.

Avi Woolf | 11.03.24

Technology, Social Media

Tech Times: Instagram  bypasses TikTok in downloads for 2023

The controversial decision by Instagram parent company Meta to introduce a TikTok style short video option is proving wildly popular with users.

Avi Woolf | 10.03.24

Tech, Apple

AFP: EU hits Apple with €1.8 billion fine for not allowing streaming services to mention subscription options outside Apple

The fine came thanks to a complaint by major streaming company Spotify.

Avi Woolf | 04.03.24

October 7 Massacre, Binance

Survivors of October 7 sue Binance for allowing money transfers to Hamas and Islamic Jihad

Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, is now being sued in US court for allowing the financing of terrorist groups on their platform.

Avi Woolf | 29.02.24

Mekorot, Hydroelectrity, Environment

Israeli Water Company Mekorot to Build New Hydroelectric Plant in the South

The turbine powering the plant is expected to produce some 3.5 million kilowatt-hours a year, or enough to power a 500-family town for a whole year.

Avi Woolf | 06.02.24

Israel-Gaza War, Antisemitism, TikTok

President Herzog Presents Senior TikTok Executives With Evidence of Antisemitism Problem on Platform

The meeting comes against the background of growing controversy over TikTok's moderation policies towards openly antisemitic content.

Avi Woolf | 06.02.24

Nokia, Cellphones

Nokia Owner HMD Global Abandoning Name for New, Independent Line of Phones

While still offering Nokia products for sale at its website and via its company, the once-dominant cellphone company may have reached the end of the road, at least regarding phones.

Avi Woolf | 04.02.24

Vaulta's Repairable Battery, The Fully Charged Show 

Revolutionizing Battery Sustainability: Vaulta's Recyclable Tech Unveiled

In a breakthrough for battery technology, the 'Fully Charged Show' explores Vaulta's pioneering approach to crafting recyclable and easily repairable battery packs. The team at Vaulta has set out to transform how we view and interact with batteries, making them not only more environmentally friendly but also user-friendly. Watch:

Abraham Gutman | 30.01.24

Electric Vehicles, China

Chinese EV Sales Growing, But There Are Problems on the Horizon

Rising fuel prices, large inventories, and a glut of deliveries mean lots of deals on Chinese-made electric vehicles in Israel. But future problems may cloud this bright future.

Avi Woolf | 29.01.24

Microsoft, Tech, Gaming

Microsoft to Lay Off 8% of Its Gaming Division Staff, Especially in Activision Blizzard

The news comes months after Microsoft had acquired Activision Blizzard for $69 million to better compete with gaming giant Sony.

Avi Woolf | 25.01.24

Electric Vehicles, Charging Taxes

Israeli Government Preparing Charging Tax for Electrical Vehicles

The tax, which would be based on "smart meters" at public charging stations or the regular home electric bill, is aimed at preventing too much strain on the electrical grid.

Avi Woolf | 25.01.24

Social Media, Tech, Content Creation

Deloitte Forecast for Online Media in 2024: More Fragmentation, Experimentation

The international professional services network issued a 2023 report on the changes the worlds of gaming, social media, and content creation have undergone over the past year, and what we can expect for the future.

Avi Woolf | 25.01.24

OnePlus 12 Teardown, JerryRigEverything 

OnePlus 12 Teardown Unveils Revolutionary Dual Cryo-Velocity Cooling System

Jerry from the 'JerryRigEverything' YouTube channel provides an exclusive look at the OnePlus 12's advanced cooling tech | Watch:

Abraham Gutman | 24.01.24

Google, Tech, Tabs

An Easy End to Endless Tabs? New Chrome AI Feature To Help Users Group Tabs Together Faster

In an announcement made on January 23, Google announced new generative AI features for its Chrome browser, including a function that makes it much easier to organize tabs.

Avi Woolf | 23.01.24

Tech, SEO, Google

Google Reportedly Struggling with "SEO Spam" - and AI Spam is Just Getting Started

According to a new, collaborative study involving three institutions, Google search has been steadily losing quality due to the effectiveness of SEO-driven spam.

Avi Woolf | 22.01.24

Tech, Smartphones

Apple Overtakes Samsung in Smartphone Deliveries in 2023

The iPhone giant officially overtook the maker of Galaxy phones in smartphone deliveries in 2023, in what is otherwise considered to be the worst year in a decade for smartphone sales.

Avi Woolf | 16.01.24

Electrical Vehicles, Finance Ministry

New Budget Proposes Complete End to Electrical Vehicle Tax Breaks

In a sharp break from past policy, the Finance Ministry is now proposing an end to the reduced sales taxes on electrical vehicles and a significant reduction in subsidies for new charging stations.

Avi Woolf | 10.01.24

2024 Electric Cars

Exploring the Future: A Comprehensive Look at Every New Electric Car in 2024

In a recent upload by the "Fully Charged Show" on YouTube, automotive enthusiasts and consumers alike are treated to a sneak peek into the near future of electric vehicles.

Abraham Gutman | 10.01.24