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Can Tax Authorities Really Track Netanyahu's Crypto? New Technology Says Yes
- An ex-Mossad official is demanding that the Israeli Prime Minister disclose cryptocurrency wallets and foreign assets as part of a defamation defense.
- Although procedurally tracking digital assets may not yet be possible, it certainly is from a tech standpoint.
Thursday, 09/10/2025 | 13:39 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
AI Adoption Grows in Israel’s Fintech Community - Not Without Caveats
- The "Fintech Junction" in Tel Aviv hosted the country's top business leaders, entrepreneurs, and industry experts.
- “Deepfakes are difficult to tackle, you have to do it globally,” said one speaker.
Wednesday, 30/07/2025 | 12:28 GMT by
FM Contributors
Israeli Businessman Detained in Morocco Over Alleged Multi-Million Euro Forex Scam
- According to Mako, German prosecutors allege that he ran a foreign exchange trading fraud network for several years.
- The suspect was arrested while on vacation, which reportedly left him deeply “shocked.”
Monday, 21/07/2025 | 08:41 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Israel-Iran Ceasefire: Gold and Oil Fall as Middle East Tensions Ease
- Gold dropped by over 1 per cent today (Tuesday) as Israel and Iran agreed to a ceasefire.
- Although there were concerns over oil prices, Iran’s reactionary strike on a US air base eased fears of a Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Tuesday, 24/06/2025 | 09:21 GMT by
Arnab Shome
Iranian Crypto Exchange Nobitex Loses $82M in Cyberattack as Israel–Iran Tensions Escalate
- Hacktivist group threatens to release internal data within 24 hours, labeling the platform a tool for sanctions evasion.
- The attack follows a similar strike on Iran's state bank amid escalating military tensions in the region.
Wednesday, 18/06/2025 | 09:33 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Middle East Tensions: Oil and Gold Jump after Israel Strikes Iran
- Oil gained 8 per cent as the global oil supply is expected to be hindered by tensions in the region.
- Gold and safe-haven currencies rose, while stock markets witnessed a drop this morning (Friday).
Friday, 13/06/2025 | 03:49 GMT by
Arnab Shome
Revolut Eyes Israel Expansion: Engages with Regulator to Become a “Lean Bank”
- The bank entered the country in 2023 and appointed Uri Nathan as local CEO earlier this year.
- Rapid, an Israeli fintech with operations only in overseas markets, is also eyeing entry into the country as a “thin bank.”
Tuesday, 10/06/2025 | 08:55 GMT by
Arnab Shome
Israeli Court Orders Panda CFD Technology Provider Sale as 50–50 Partnership Collapses
- According to TheMarker.com, equal shareholder Samuel Gutman and Maor Lahav will sell their business to a third party.
- Years of bitter disputes have backfired on a company that has been collaborating with FX and CFD brokers for years.
Monday, 10/03/2025 | 13:53 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
Iran’s Missile Strike on Israel Sends Crypto Prices Tumbling
- Iran launched missiles at Israel, causing drops in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana prices.
- Safe-haven status of Bitcoin is tested as geopolitical tensions continue.
- Uptober’s bullish momentum is threatened as investors react to heightened instability.
Wednesday, 02/10/2024 | 07:00 GMT by
Louis Parks
Crypto and Binary Options Scam: Dozens of Israelis Extradited to Germany
- The gangs targeted mostly Germans with promises of high returns from binary options trading.
- Liron Basis, a former Israeli footballer, was also arrested in Russia and will likely be extradited to Germany.
Wednesday, 05/06/2024 | 10:49 GMT by
Arnab Shome
What AI Can't Generate and How Israeli Tech Stays Strong
- Israel’s tech industry is adapting to the impact from the war.
- Despite challenges, attendees at Fintech Junction 2024 were positive about the future.
- AI will have a role in financial services, but it has to find a place.
Monday, 29/01/2024 | 08:32 GMT by
Finance Magnates Staff
Tether Freezes $835 Million in Illicit Assets, Focuses on Israel and Ukraine
- The company collaborates with global law enforcement to freeze assets linked to criminal activities.
- Recently, Tether has blocked numerous addresses linked to illicit actions in Israel and Ukraine.
Tuesday, 17/10/2023 | 09:30 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
"Almost All of Our Employees Have Been Drafted": Israeli Firms Adapt amid Hamas Attack
- "It's not easy keeping a company operational and functioning in such times," said Kirobo's COO.
- Due to security considerations many employees are working remotely again leaving the offices empty.
Thursday, 12/10/2023 | 12:20 GMT by
Arnab Shome
Israeli Shekel Hits Seven-Year Low, TASE Tests 2021 Levels after Hamas Attack
- The ILS has not been this weak since 2016, and the TA 35 has been at its lowest in two years.
- However, the Bank of Israel's intervention has effectively halted speculative sell-offs.
Thursday, 12/10/2023 | 06:38 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
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