Blavatnik Interdisciplinary Cyber Research Center

Save The Date: The Blavatnik Interdisciplinary Cyber Research Center and the Yuval Ne'eman Workshop for Science, Technology and Society, in partnership with Israel’s Ministry of Defense's Directorate of Defense, Research & Development (DDR&D-MAFAT) will host their first-ever global DefenseTech Summit from December 10-11, 2024 at Tel Aviv University. The summit will showcase cutting-edge advances in emerging defense technologies. The conference will bring together high-level speakers from Israel and across the globe to share the latest innovations in defense tech. Key highlights will include: • The latest developments in anti-drone systems and AI-embedded robotic drone swarms • Case studies on the first successful missile interception outside the atmosphere • Insights into new strategies for underground warfare Event Details: 📅Date: December 10-11, 2024 🎯Location: Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel 🌍Website: www.deftech-summit.com Registration will open after the holidays. #defensetechsummittlv #innovationindefense

Calling All Defense & Dual-Use Startups! Join us DefenseTech Summit, Tel Aviv on December 10th, 2024

We are proud to announce our call for startups to take part in the Startup Exhibition at DefenseTech Summit on December 10th at Tel Aviv University. Defense Tech / Dual Use startups are invited to apply to take part in this stellar international event. Deadline for submission: Sunday 3rd November For more information: https://lnkd.in/dEiXDaxm #defensetechsummittlv #defensetech #innovation בן-ישראל Ben-Israel איציק Isaac, Gili Drob - Heistein, DDR&D (MAFAT) - Directorate of Defense Research & Development, Tel Aviv University

As we reach the New Year, we would like to share our wishes for a better year ahead. We hope for a year of growth and prosperity and the ability to come together to collaborate, innovate and develop with renewed strength.

In the wake of the pager and communication device attack in Lebanon, researchers from the Blavatnik ICRC were part of the conversation and shared their expert opinions with the media. Keren Elazari was interviewed by Sky News, Yahoo, the New York Times and Maariv. Menny Barzilay was interviewed on Channel 12 News and also the Radio Tel Aviv. 🇮🇱 Lior Tabansky, Ph.D. Tabansky was interviewed by Le Figaro. Links are in the comments.

Is cybersecurity something that always intrigues you, and you'd like to learn more? Do you think you, your daughter, sister, or someone you know might want to explore this field? 🦾 Cybersecurity is for everyone! Whether you're in a development role 👩🏽💻, in high school 📖, post-army, a university graduate, or have any other background! On September 22-23, we'll explain how you too can enter the field of cybersecurity at an introductory event for women, organized by the Hackeriot community - Hosted by Tel Aviv University and ICRC! No prior knowledge is required! All our activities are voluntary. At the event, you'll build connections in the field 🔗, learn about junior positions 🐣, and find out how to land them 🦾. Where? 📍 Tel Aviv University When? 📆 Sunday, September 22: Introduction to junior roles in cybersecurity, tips for landing your first job, career stories, and a "Iron Swords" cybersecurity session. Monday, September 23: Practical workshops where you'll get hands-on experience in various cybersecurity professions, with opportunities for mock technical and HR interviews. The event is free! No prior cybersecurity or technical experience is required, but registration is mandatory. Don’t miss the opportunity to open the door to your first cybersecurity job – sign up now, and we'll see you at the event! :) Registration link: https://lnkd.in/dzerG_sY Gili Drob - Heistein I בן-ישראל Ben-Israel איציק Isaac I Yaniv Harel, Ph.D I Menny Barzilay I 🇮🇱 Lior Tabansky, Ph.D.

💥 Shoutout to Jonathan 'Yoni' Frenkel and ISRAEL21c — Good News From Israel! 💥 Thank you Yoni for summarizing the key takeaways from Tel Aviv University's Cyber and AI Week TLV 2024! We were thrilled to see the incredible turnout and the vibrant discussions that took place. It was truly inspiring to witness the latest advancements and collaborations in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence being showcased by our talented Israeli community. Head over to Israel21c to read the full article "Three Take-Aways from Tel Aviv's AI and Cybersecurity Conferences" and gain valuable insights from the conference! https://lnkd.in/dK-x3HyT

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💸 Funding Under Fire: The Resilience Of Israeli Tech 💸 It was a honor to host Jonathan Medved, Founder and CEO of OurCrowd, and Eyal Niv, Managing Partner at Pitango, who sat down with Amy Guttman (Forbes) at Cyber Week's Main Plenary to talk about how Israeli tech funding has been impacted by October 7th and its aftermath. Their confidence in resilience of the Startup Nation was inspiring, and we're looking forward to see their words coming true. Read more about their conversation here: https://lnkd.in/du3UEK_F And watch the incredible conversation here: https://lnkd.in/dKuUUD9G

Last week, I delivered the opening keynote address on the state of global antisemitism at "Tech vs. Hate," a symposium on combating online Jew-hatred held as part of Cyber Week at Tel Aviv University. Here's the full text of the speech. You can watch the video at https://lnkd.in/dEyX2erc.