BUSINESSTIMES OF ISRAEL
Despite war, Israeli startups snag $8.6 billion, as strong shekel cuts cash runway
Israeli startups raised $8.6 billion this year, a 45% increase, with investments focused on cyber and AI sectors. A strong shekel has reduced cash runway, leading startups to hire abroad as costs rise, according to a new report.
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