Business

Visa buys Israel's BioCatch for $2.4b

The American payments giant is acquiring the Israeli AI firm, which protects hundreds of millions of users worldwide from financial fraud.

Gadi Mazor, BioCatch CEO
General view of the Lahav 433 police unit headquarters in the city of Lod on August 2, 2026.

Lahav 433 questions figure close to senior Likud circles over alleged concealment of assets

A woman using a laptop to shop online

AI-driven search surges: Consumers shift to buying in chat

Detail view of US Vice President JD Vance motorcade is seen at the Serena Hotel shortly after his arrival on April 11, 2026 at Islamabad, Pakistan; Illustrative.

Pakistan aims to double US trade to $20 billion in five years


US government reverses longstanding endangered species regulation, opens habitats to development

Environmentalists, such as Earthjustice attorney Kristen Boyles, responded negatively to the changes, challenging the new legislation's legality.

An American bald eagle sits in a tree adjacent to Mill Pond on August 15, 2018 in Centerport, New York; Illustrative.

Investment treaty tests the real depth of India Israel strategic ties - opinion

India and Israel now have a stronger investment framework, but turning strategic affinity into real economic depth remains a long term challenge.

Israel, India relations

Health Ministry announces restaurant sector reform, eases requirements

The reform dramatically reduces minimum space requirements, allowing existing restaurants to add more tables by repurposing operational space previously required under the regulations.

 JERUSALEM’S NEW Theatron Hotel; Illustrative.

After two difficult years: The festival bringing life back to the Western Galilee

The July Art festival in the Western Galilee celebrates its ninth year with dozens of artists, galleries, and small businesses inviting visitors to rediscover this beautiful, recovering region.

The Western Galilee.

'Whether you like it or not': The market Israeli startups keep leaving on the table

Israeli founders may look first to America, but Eran Westman says Europe offers major opportunities for companies willing to enter early and think locally.

“Whether you’re running a startup or a small business, the right tools can make all the difference.”

Your Taxes: Could taxes unlock Israel's constitutional future?

If President Herzog refrained from signing new tax and spending legislation until constitutional progress occurs, maybe this would encourage all concerned to sign up to a constitution.

New Israeli Shekel bills are seen in front of an upwards-trending graph (illustration)

How AI SEO companies are changing local business visibility

AI search optimization companies are reshaping how local businesses win visibility through trust signals, Google Maps, AI search, and digital authority.

AI is transforming how local businesses are discovered, trusted, and chosen.

The index that reveals the truth about life in Israel

The Best Countries index reveals a dramatic gap in the national brand: Alongside 11th place in global power, Israel stands 83rd in openness to business and at a low point in quality of life.

Israeli flags are displayed on a building that was damaged during the war against Iran

While you weren't looking, Israel's stock market became one of the best in the world - opinion

Here are three simple ways that American Jews can be a part of it.

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange

5 reasons why every SaaS business needs a strong payment system

“A strong payment system is the backbone of a SaaS business, directly impacting revenue retention, customer experience, compliance, and scalability.”