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Introducing Electra Cyber: Next-Generation Cyber Security Electra Megason recently signed a strategic cooperation agreement with RubyComm, which specializes in developing custom cybersecurity solutions. Under this agreement, the new Electra Cyber division has been established to bring Israeli companies the world’s most advanced protection for operational technology (OT) and critical infrastructure. Electra Cyber manager Akashya Elgan commented: “These OT systems and infrastructure are the beating heart of Israel, including hospitals, public institutions, industrial facilities, data centers, transportation, and power plants. Protecting them is not only a technological necessity, but a national responsibility of the highest order.” The innovative concept behind Electra Cyber involves integrating cybersecurity solutions within each facility’s command and control systems at every stage, from planning and construction to ongoing operations and maintenance. Based on groundbreaking technology, these smart solutions can identify and monitor threats in real time, providing comprehensive protection without compromising operational continuity. Crucially, Electra Cyber’s solutions are not limited to new buildings and in fact provide even greater added value to established facilities. The Electra Cyber team is able to effectively integrate solutions with existing systems, allowing companies to benefit from significant security upgrades, without requiring substantial changes to their current infrastructure. “This collaboration with RubyComm is a major strategic step,” said Nissim Palomo, Electra Megason CEO. “Electra Cyber reinforces our position as a technological pioneer and enables us to provide customers with a comprehensive solution to one of today’s most critical challenges: OT cybersecurity. We’re moving into a new era, where cybersecurity is an integral part of all facilities and infrastructure, throughout planning, construction, and operation.” #cybersecurity

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🇮🇱🌐 Today in IsraelTech Cato Networks Acquires Aim Security for $350M Cato is adding AI-native security from Aim to its SASE Cloud Platform, while topping up its Series G with $50M to $409M. Incredible news for Shlomo Kramer at Cato Networks, and Aim Security founders Matan G. and Adir G.. Investors in Aim included Canaan Partners, YL Ventures, and Cyber Club London. Source: SiliconANGLE Today's update is brought to you by The Recruitery, helping Israeli cybersecurity startups find top GTM talent across global markets.

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How Yotam Segev scaled Cyera from 100 - 550 employees in under 2 years ⬇️ Cyera is currently one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity startups in the world, and in my latest conversation, he talks about everything it takes to operate at that speed, and why going slow can actually be riskier. A few takeaways: ➡️Lessons from scaling unnaturally fast As Cyera scaled from 100 to 550+ people in under two years, Yotam realized values like "smart, humble, hungry" were their most scalable asset. Carity around who thrives at your company enables more consistent decision-making at scale. In hindsight, Yotam realizes that going fast always has less friction than going slow. If you’re growing, things are easier. ➡️ The massive cyber security opportunity In cybersecurity, it’s not about how good your overall defenses are - it’s about your weakest link. A company can be averaging great security across the board, but one small vulnerability can still lead to a major breach. That’s what makes cyber such a huge opportunity for startups: security teams are constantly hunting for fast, best-in-class solutions to fix those gaps before it’s too late. Unlike some other industries, speed and quality really matter because CISOs know that waiting could mean getting hit. ➡️Interface design isn’t just for products—it’s for teams  I asked Yotam what operational mistake he would avoid if he started over, and he pointed to the chaos that comes with scale (more people and less clarity). His fix: thinking of each team as having an “interface” with the rest of the company. Some teams, like sales, have simple metrics, timelines, and priorities. However, many don’t, and that leads to confusion. Defining how a team works, what it prioritizes, and how others should engage with it reduces friction and keeps everything moving smoothly. Full episode: https://lnkd.in/dxzqvU6k

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In today's CyberBytes BlackHat episode, we sat down with Kfir Gollan, CTO & Co-Founder of CeTu, to talk about his journey from the IDF cyber defense unit, through to now building CeTu – a data orchestration platform designed to empower security teams. Kfir shares: ✅ How face-to-face interactions at industry events likeBlack Hat drive customer relationships in a post-Zoom world. ✅ His path from early days to becoming a first-time founder. ✅ How CeTu is tackling the explosion of security data with scalable infrastructure and GenAI-powered insights. ✅ The challenges and opportunities of breaking into the US market and working with Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises. With growing demand, CeTu is carving out a new category in cybersecurity – helping organisations future-proof their security data strategies. Listen to the full episode here: 🎥 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/e6_d29vV 🎧 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eNRaEriD #CyberBytesPodcast #BlackHat2025 #Cybersecurity #GenAI #DataOrchestration Ben GascoigneCyberBytesNina KorfiasMarketbridgeKfir GollanCeTu

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BIG CYBER M&A BOMBSHELL: American cybersecurity giant Palo Alto Networks just closed its massive $25 BILLION acquisition of Israeli identity security leader CyberArk! This is the 2nd largest tech acquisition in Israeli history coming hot on the heels of Google’s record-breaking $32B Wiz deal only months ago. Identity security just got a superpower upgrade as AI threats explode. Palo Alto is doubling down to secure human, machine, AND agentic identities. Israel’s cyber scene is on 🔥

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Cyata, a cybersecurity startup founded by experts from Unit 8200, Cellebrite, and Check Point, has come out of stealth mode with $8.5 million in seed funding, led by TLV Partners. The company is focused on solving a rising but often overlooked problem: AI agents running without proper supervision across company systems. As companies increasingly adopt AI to improve efficiency, a new kind of digital worker has emerged—task-driven agents, copilots, and chatbots. These AI tools can now perform actions like running code, accessing sensitive databases, making transactions, and starting automated workflows. However, unlike human employees or standard service accounts, these AI agents often operate outside existing identity and security systems. They usually lack proper controls, tracking, and accountability—creating new risks for organizations. Shahar Tal | Baruch Weizman | Dror Roth | Gilad Roth | Keren Ludomirski-Zait 🔗 Read full article link in comment #cyata #TLVpartners #cybersecurity #AI #funding #startupnews #businessupdate

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Israeli cyber startup Torq has raised $140 million, bringing its valuation to $1.2 billion. The company plans to use the funds to accelerate the adoption of its AI-driven security operations center platform and expand into the U.S. market. Torq's CEO, Ofer Smadari, said the funding will help them define and dominate the AI SOC market. The funding round was led by Merlin Ventures, with participation from existing investors like Evolution Equity Partners and Bessemer Venture Partners. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gR5wAkr9 📰 Subscribe to the Daily AI Brief: https://lnkd.in/epHYTU3i #ai #artificialintelligence #ainews #aistartup #aifunding

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Caveat: I'm not a cyber investor, but it's impossible to ignore what is going on in Israeli cybersecurity According to the new report by Startup Nation Central, while Israel cybersecurity companies only represent 7% of the total, they've attracted 38% of all venture capital raised in 2024. Another interesting stat: 40% of US investments in cybersecurity startups went to Israeli companies. The talent coming out of elite tech intelligence units, a global mindset from day 1 and a capital intensive growth model are key success factors. All of this has made Israeli cybersecurity startups a magnet for M&A - 11% of startups are acquired compared to 7% across the wider tech landscape. If you think about it, the need for cybersecurity products is only becoming greater and greater... I've added this landscape to my 2025 Israeli startup landscape collection on VC Cafe. Links in the comments 👇

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Another historic moment for Israeli tech! ✨ Palo Alto Networks is acquiring CyberArk in a $25 billion all-stock deal, making it one of the largest cybersecurity exits in Israel’s history. This deal ranks just behind Google’s $32 billion acquisition of Wiz earlier this year and reinforces 2025 as a breakthrough year for Israeli cyber. Israel continues to shape the future of global cybersecurity #NoMatterWhat Learn more about CyberArk on Finder👉 https://okt.to/hBsqWj Learn more about Palo Alto Networks on Finder👉https://okt.to/r1TIoW #Cybersecurity #IsraeliTech #StartupNation #TechExit #Innovation #MergersAndAcquisitions

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Check Point Software to acquire Cyclops Security and Cyata in strategic Israeli cyber push. The Israeli cybersecurity giant is poised to expand its domestic footprint with a string of acquisitions targeting early-stage startups. https://lnkd.in/dbi9Qb2A

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