Ceasefire to Boost Israeli Tech Funding, Innovation Chief Says

A planned six-week ceasefire in the Gaza war began on Sunday.

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Israeli technology startups are poised to raise more funds this year than in 2024 due to the Gaza ceasefire and lower interest rates, according to the nation’s innovation chief.

“There are a lot of indicators which give us a good sign,” Israel Innovation Authority Chairman Alon Stopel said in an interview at the World Economic Forum in Davos, adding that venture capital funds will boost investment in the country.