About High Tech sector in Israel
The High Tech sector in Israel comprises 3.14K companies, including 1.22K funded companies having collectively raised $23.2B in venture capital money and private equity. Out of these, 517 are Series A+ funded, and 17 have achieved unicorn status.
High Tech sector in Israel has seen 191 acquisitions and 54 IPOs. This represents almost 7.8% of all such companies - which is higher than the 3.8% exit rate of tech companies in general.
This sector includes companies building technology-intensive products and software related to Drones, 3D Printing, Nanotechnology, and Edge Computing.
High Tech sector is also known as Advanced Tech, Emerging Tech, Deep Tech, Disruptive Tech or Innovative Tech.
Companies offering HiTech solutions like 3D Printing, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Natural Language Processing, etc are included in this sector. Excludes companies that provide solutions which do not involve much technology like, E-Commerce, Agricultural equipments, biomedical equipments, life science solutions, cybersecurity solutions, service solution providers for technology companies, IT services, etc.
Top High Tech Companies in Israel
There are 3,145 High Tech startups in Israel which include Mobileye, Waze, MyHeritage, Innoviz, Simplex. Out of these, 1,225 startups are funded, with 517 having secured Series A+ funding, and 17 achieving unicorn status.
2026 has seen the creation of 308 High Tech startups in Israel. Over the past 10 years, an average of 162 new companies have been launched annually. Notably, several of these startups have been founded by alumni of Tel Aviv University, Technion Israel Institute Technology and The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Here is the list of top High Tech startups in Israel
1. Mobileye
Developer of automated driving systems and vehicle safety sensor technology. The business creates hardware and software components for vehicle automation, including system-on-chip processors and computer vision software. The products facilitate driver assistance features and autonomous vehicle operation by processing sensor data to inform driving decisions. The technology integrates into automotive platforms to support safety and navigation functions.
Key facts about Mobileye
- Founded Year: 1999
- Location: Jerusalem (Israel)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $530M
- Investors: First International Bank of Israel, Meir Car and Truck Company and 26 Others
- Latest Funding Round: PE, Jul 07, 2013, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 81/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 494 Competitors
2. Waze
App-based navigation platform offering real-time, community-powered traffic updates. It helps users plan routes, avoid congestion, and receive alerts about hazards, accidents, and road conditions. The platform relies on user-generated data to improve accuracy and provide dynamic routing.
Key facts about Waze
- Founded Year: 2007
- Location: Tel Aviv (Israel)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $67M
- Investors: Kleiner Perkins, Horizons Ventures and 11 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series C, Oct 18, 2011, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 80/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 404 Competitors
3. MyHeritage
Provider of tools for creating family trees and exploring ancestry. It offers resources for building family trees by adding names, dates, photos, and stories. The platform provides access to historical records to discover information about ancestors. It also offers DNA testing to reveal ethnic backgrounds and connect with relatives.
Key facts about MyHeritage
- Founded Year: 2003
- Location: Yehud (Israel)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $49M
- Investors: Index Ventures, Bessemer Venture Partners and 12 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Nov 28, 2012, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 77/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 12 Competitors
4. Innoviz
Developer of LiDAR sensors and perception software for autonomous vehicles. The company provides long-range and short- to mid-range LiDAR products. It offers perception software and smart applications for security, mobility, aerial robotics, and traffic intelligence. The company's products are designed for integration into autonomous driving systems.
Key facts about Innoviz
- Founded Year: 2016
- Location: Rosh Haayin (Israel)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $252M
- Investors: Magna, China Merchants Capital and 31 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series C, Jun 10, 2019, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 75/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 3 of 550 Competitors
5. Simplex
AI-based crypto payments and fraud prevention solutions for businesses. It enables merchants to accept crypto-based payments for various goods and services. It also offers a global fiat onramp for debit and credit card transactions. It enables merchants to accept crypto-based payments for various goods and services. It also provides escrow services for multiple fiat-crypto transactions.
Key facts about Simplex
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Ramat Gan (Israel)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $19M
- Investors: Cumberland Mining, FundersClub and 12 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Feb 05, 2016, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 75/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 3,590 Competitors
Companies founded year-on-year in the High Tech sector in Israel
308 new startups have been founded so far in 2026 in the High Tech sector in Israel. This is the most number of startups founded in any year in the last 10 years.
- Total Number of Companies
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | 308 |
2025 | 240 |
2024 | 112 |
2023 | 86 |
2022 | 101 |
2021 | 120 |
2020 | 133 |
2019 | 151 |
2018 | 169 |
2017 | 204 |
Stage-wise distribution of High Tech sector companies in Israel
Out of the total 3,145 High Tech companies in Israel, 1,225 have secured funding. Among them, 517 have reached Series A or higher, and 375 to Series B or beyond.
Founded - 3,145
Funded - 1,225
Series A+ - 517
Series B+ - 375
Series C+ - 312
Company Stage | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Founded | 3,145 |
Funded | 1,225 |
Series A+ | 517 |
Series B+ | 375 |
Series C+ | 312 |
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Funding Trends in the High Tech sector in Israel
Total funding year-on-year in the High Tech sector in Israel
The High Tech sector in Israel saw a total funding of more than $19.3B in the last 10 years. The most amount of funding was in 2021 at more than $4.75B. There has been a total funding of $1.6B in 2026 till date.
- Total Funding
Year | Total Funding |
|---|---|
2026 | $1.6B |
2025 | $2.13B |
2024 | $1.37B |
2023 | $1.33B |
2022 | $2.53B |
2021 | $4.75B |
2020 | $1.57B |
2019 | $1.71B |
2018 | $1.26B |
2017 | $1.01B |
Recent Funding Rounds in High Tech in Israel
In the year 2026, till October 2026, High Tech companies in Israel have raised $1.55B in equity funding across 36 rounds.
In the same period last year (i.e. till October 2025), High Tech companies in Israel had raised $1.54B across 57 rounds.
So, 2026 has seen a 0.59% rise in funding in High Tech companies in Israel as compared to 2025.
Here are some recent, important funding rounds in High Tech companies in Israel:
Company | Round Raised | Amount Raised | Funding Date | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Series A | 7308 | Oct 19, 2026 | ||
Series A | 5053 | Oct 19, 2026 | ||
Series D | 3671 | Oct 16, 2026 | - | |
Seed | 3925 | Oct 14, 2026 | ||
Seed | 6320 | Oct 08, 2026 |
Top Investors in High Tech in Israel
Lightspeed Venture Partners is the top investor in High Tech companies in Israel based on number of companies invested.
Here are some top investors in High Tech companies in Israel:
Investor | Location | Top Portfolio Companies |
|---|---|---|
Menlo Park (United States) | ||
Redwood City (United States) | ||
San Diego (United States) | ||
Berlin (Germany) | ||
Menlo Park (United States) | - |
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M&A activity in High Tech sector in Israel
In the year 2026, till October 2026, 27 acquisitions happened in High Tech sector in Israel. Last year, in 2025, a total of 15 acquisitions happened in High Tech sector in Israel.
Here are some recent, important acquisitions in High Tech sector in Israel:
Company | Acquisition Type | Acquisition Date | Acquirers |
|---|---|---|---|
Business Acquisition | Oct 26, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Oct 26, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Oct 01, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Sep 15, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Aug 31, 2026 |
Acquisition trends in High Tech sector in Israel
Here are the acquisition trends in High Tech sector in Israel:
- Total Number of Acquisitions
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | 27 |
2025 | 15 |
2024 | 7 |
2023 | 10 |
2022 | 17 |
2021 | 29 |
2020 | 14 |
2019 | 13 |
2018 | 7 |
2017 | 16 |
IPOs in High Tech in Israel
In the year 2026, till October 2026, 4 IPOs happened in High Tech sector in Israel.
Here are some recent, important IPOs in High Tech sector in Israel:
Company | IPO Date | Exchange Symbol |
|---|---|---|
Oct 13, 2026 | Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) | |
May 18, 2026 | Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) | |
May 15, 2026 | National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations (NASDAQ) | |
Feb 04, 2026 | National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations (NASDAQ) | |
Oct 07, 2025 | OTC Markets (OTCMKTS) |
Colleges which produce the most High Tech companies in Israel
Companies founded by alumni from top colleges in the High Tech in Israel
Most number of High Tech startups in Israel have been founded by alumni from Tel Aviv University, Technion Israel Institute Technology and The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
College | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Tel Aviv University | 399 |
Technion Israel Institute Technology | 192 |
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem | 50 |
Ben-Gurion University of The Negev | 41 |
Technion - Israel Institute of Technology | 39 |
Bar-Ilan University | 32 |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 18 |
INSEAD | 8 |
Harvard University | 7 |
Kellogg School of Management | 7 |
Total funding in High Tech companies founded by alumni from top colleges in Israel
In the last 10 years, Tel Aviv University graduates' High Tech companies in Israel have raised the most funding among top colleges. Technion Israel Institute Technology alumni are second, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology alumni are third.
College | Total Funding |
|---|---|
Tel Aviv University | $7.21B |
Technion Israel Institute Technology | $5.04B |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology | $1.49B |
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem | $966M |
Technion - Israel Institute of Technology | $673M |
Harvard University | $460M |
INSEAD | $446M |
Bar-Ilan University | $410M |
Kellogg School of Management | $381M |
University of Oxford | $352M |
Top News in High Tech in Israel
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MyHeritage Establishes Scientific Advisory Board to Support the Expansion of its DNA Product LineBusiness Wire•Oct 28, 2026•MyHeritage
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Mobileye downgraded as Nvidia, Qualcomm pose threat to driver-assistance business (MBLY:NASDAQ)Seeking Alpha•Oct 21, 2026•Mobileye
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Jumper to Launch JUMP Token Sale on Legion as it Spins Out to Build the Super-App for Onchain FinanceGlobal Fintech Series•Sep 28, 2026•Jumper Labs
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Claroty Public Sector Achieves CJIS Compliance for Government Cybersecurity PlatformExecutiveBiz•Sep 11, 2026•Fortreum, Claroty
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ISI Introduces EROS NOVA – Its Next-Generation Very-Very-High-Resolution Intelligence SatelliteMicrowave Journal•Sep 08, 2026•ImageSat International
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RRP Defense partners with ESC BAZ for surveillance technologyMoneycontrol•Sep 01, 2026•Esc Baz, RRP Defense
