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Networking Like an Israeli in Tech ft Lirone Glikman | XTEND Wins Major U.S. DoD Contract | Tenzai Emerges With $75M
This Week in IsraelTech - Israeli Founders Need to Stop Doing This Overseas ft. Lirone Glikman
When it comes to startup success, Israelis don’t just build - they connect.
In this episode, Lirone Glikman, CEO of The Human Factor and author of The Super Connectors Playbook, joins Yoel Israel to unpack what really makes the Israeli tech ecosystem thrive and why connection is the biggest competitive edge.
From cultural clashes in Tokyo to the empathy that drives founders to help competitors, Lirone shares her insights on building authentic relationships, developing a founder-led personal brand, and creating meaningful opportunities through human connection.
You’ll learn:
- Why Israeli founders stand out in global networking
- How to build credibility and visibility through personal branding
- The biggest mistakes Israelis make when pitching abroad
- Why introverts might actually be better networkers
- How The Super Connectors Playbook turns human skills into business success
Because behind every great Israeli startup is a network that believes in giving back.
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This Week in Israeli Tech News
XTEND Wins Major U.S. DoD Contract to Supply AI-Enabled One-Way Attack Drones
Israeli defense robotics startup XTEND secured a multi-million-dollar U.S. Department of Defense contract to deliver AI-driven, modular FPV attack drones under the ACQME-DK program. The systems, built for close-quarters combat, feature XTEND’s ESAD high-voltage fuse and enable swarm control where a single operator commands multiple drones. Production will take place at XTEND’s Tampa hub. The company also extended its Series B to $70 million.
Tenzai Emerges With $75M to Build Autonomous AI Security Agents
Tenzai is developing AI-driven offensive security agents capable of identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities at scale. The company was founded by Pavel Gurvich, Ariel Zeitlin, Ofri Ziv, Itamar Tal, and Aner Mazur.
Sweet Security Raises $75M to Expand Its Runtime CNAPP and AI Security Platform
Sweet Security provides real-time, AI-powered runtime visibility across cloud and AI environments, enabling contextual detection and response. Led by CEO Dror Kashti, with cofounders Amit Shaked and Orel Netzer.
Wonderful Secures $100M to Scale Its High-Growth AI Agent Platform
Wonderful’s platform enables enterprises to build, customize, and orchestrate digital agents that automate complex workflows. Founded by Bar Winkler and Roey Lalazar, the company is approaching $10M ARR less than a year after launch.
Shai Morag’s New Stealth Cyber Venture Raises $60M Across Two Rounds
Serial entrepreneur Shai Morag, known for Ermetic, Secdo, and Integrity-Project, is quietly building a new cybersecurity company that has already secured significant early funding.
Culture Corner
Thousands marched with the Goldin family to the Kfar Saba Military Cemetery Tuesday, November 11th, where Lieutenant Hadar Goldin was finally laid to rest 11 years after Hamas took his body into Gaza during Operation Protective Edge. The Israel Daily News brings you voices from the crowd, including reservists, youth groups, diplomats, and former officials who worked with the Goldins throughout their campaign to bring Hadar home. Hear emotional reactions from Israelis at the funeral and reflections on what this moment means for the country.
Hear emotional reactions from Israelis at the funeral and reflections on what this moment means for the country - Listen to the Special Report
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