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$130M Contracts. Haredim in Tech? Yuval Tal's New Startup.

$130M Contracts. Haredim in Tech? Yuval Tal's New Startup.

This Week in IsraelTech - Haredim in Hi-Tech ft. Yitzik Crombie from MeGo

April 03, 2025

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Haredim in Hi-Tech ft. Yitzik Crombie from MeGo

When people think about the hi-tech scene, ultra-Orthodox Jews [Haredi community] do not generally come to mind. However, in recent years, there is a growing contingent within the haredi world looking to integrate more. As a result, several fast-moving start-ups and organizations are coming to the fore.

Don't miss out on this interview as our host, Yoel Israel, delves deep into Yitzik's inspiring journey and the groundbreaking mission of MeGo! 🌟

About Yitzik Crombie

Yitzik's journey is a testament to bridging tradition with technology. He's the visionary Haredi HiTech entrepreneur behind MeGo! 🎬

From pioneering Bizmax in Jerusalem to leading the charge at iSale, his path is marked by innovation and empowerment. With a rich academic background and a passion for community upliftment, Yitzik's influence extends far beyond entrepreneurship 🌟

About MeGo

In 2022, Yitzik unveiled MeGo - a beacon of hope for the Haredi community. With a mission to empower thousands of Haredi men for pivotal roles in the tech industry by 2027, MeGo operates in collaboration with industry giants and educational institutions. Offering a comprehensive curriculum and hands-on experience, MeGo isn't just producing graduates - it's forging trailblazers ready to reshape Israel's tech landscape.

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This Week in Israel Tech News

Elbit Systems Secures $130M European Deal for PULS Rocket Systems
Israeli defense giant Elbit Systems has landed a $130 million contract to supply advanced rocket systems to a European nation, expanding the global footprint of its versatile PULS launcher platform.
Hi Auto Raises $15M to Streamline Drive-Thru Orders with AI
Israeli startup Hi Auto is transforming fast food ordering with its AI voice assistant, already active in 700+ restaurants across the U.S., U.K., and beyond.
Linguana Lands $8.5M to Help YouTubers Go Global with AI Dubbing
Founded by Payoneer’s Yuval Tal, Linguana is building an AI-powered platform that helps content creators translate, dub, and monetize their videos for worldwide audiences.
SatixFy to Be Acquired by MDA Space in $193M Deal
Israeli satellite communications innovator SatixFy is being acquired by Canadian space tech leader MDA Space in a landmark all-cash deal aimed at accelerating the shift to digital satellite constellations.
MDA Space will acquire all shares at a 75% premium, with the transaction totaling $269M, including debt retirement. The move vertically integrates SatixFy's chipsets and IP into MDA's satellite systems portfolio.

Sources: Globes, GeekTime, CTech, PR Newswire

Israel Daily News Culture Corner

The Israel Daily News has an interview with an impressive 15 -year-old media expert named Hillel Kornwasser. When he was 13 he began producing a 30 minute documentary about the October 7th massacre. Instead of looking away and enjoying his youth, he took it upon himself to start doing the research, the interviews and even finding partners to help make this documentary come together.

Its called “Forces of Resilience” and the film features stories of Nova Festival survivors, interviews with activist and Holocaust expert Shabbos Kestenbaum, Hillel Fuld and others who were affected by the violence. You’ll be impressed by just how articulate this young man is.

Click here for the full interview.

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