Investment Opportunities in Israeli Tech

Despite local challenges, Israel’s tech ecosystem has proven its resilience, evolving from a startup hub to a scale-up powerhouse, with larger funding rounds, a growing number of mature companies, and a surge in acquisition-driven exit.

Israel is home to nearly 450 MNC Innovation and R&D Centers—proof of continued trust in its tech ecosystem, even with a slight decline this year. While challenges persist, the numbers remain strong. Dive into Finder to explore the key players driving innovation.

In 2024, the total number of active investors reached 863, a modest year-over-year decline of 1% from 2023, with the sharpest drop occurring between 2022 and 2023. This reflects ongoing challenges in both global and local investment climates.

Global investors accounted for 569 of the total, while 294 were local, revealing a global-to-local ratio of approximately 66% for global investors. This marks a consistent upward trend in the proportion of international investors over the past several years, contrasting with the overall decline in total investor numbers.

Even amid challenges, Israel’s health tech sector has shown remarkable resilience. In the first three quarters of 2023, it attracted over $1.9 billion in private investments and $725 million in public funding.

From structured pilot projects to thriving cross-border partnerships, Japanese corporations such as Sony, Toshiba, and Mitsubishi UFJ have successfully collaborated with Israeli innovators to gain a competitive edge. This roadmap is your guide to navigating Israel’s thriving tech ecosystem, offering practical insights and strategies for integrating Israeli innovation into your growth journey.

A practical roadmap for FOAK financing, supported by real-world case studies of successful transactions, innovative financial structures, and key lessons from the field. Our insights aim to inspire pilot programs that connect technology, investors, and concessional capital to create scalable, impactful solutions.