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Terrific Ventures South: Transforming Social Commerce in Latin America! Arieli portfolio company Terrific, the largest white label social shopping platform in the #LATAM region, has established successful partnerships with global brands like Kappa, Levi Strauss & Co., PUMA Group, Samsung Electronics, and Sears México, engaging millions of users and effectively translating those interactions into sales. "The incredible fit between the Latin audience and social commerce is undeniable. This audience has consistently been among the first to embrace new technologies and has shown the fastest growth in social media engagement for years,” said Israel Grintz, Founder and CEO of Terrific. With its fully customizable live-shopping tool, Terrific is revolutionizing social commerce from click to purchase. We’re proud to partner with Terrific!    Explore the expansion here: https://lnkd.in/drCbTwDE   #SocialCommerce #LiveShopping #Retail #InteractiveShopping #ImmersiveRetail #LatinAmerica #Ecommerce

90% of startups fail, but those undergoing thorough tech due diligence are 2.8 times more likely to succeed. We were happy to host due diligence expert Johann Romefort, who has mentored 350+ CTOs, for an inspiring Investor Ready Product, Technology, and Due Diligence Insights #Webinar! Romefort highlighted the critical role of systems thinking, #data organization, and product-market fit, sharing insider tips for effective tech due diligence, especially at the seed stage. The Webinar elicited dynamic discussions surrounding the impact of #AI on #fundraising, strategies for identifying quality ventures, and building trust with investors, one of the most vital and overlooked steps in securing funding.    Taking a strategic, applied approach to due diligence can unlock significant funding opportunities, transforming the global trajectory of a venture.   Join our community of investors, mentors and entrepreneurs for more events here: https://lnkd.in/df7VaY7B #DueDiligence #Auditing #Iteration #Cybernetics

Happy 4th of July to our partners, friends, and the Arieli Family! 🇺🇸 As an American investment firm, we are proud to drive #innovation and impactful #investments worldwide. Wishing you a joyous Independence Day filled with #celebration, #independence, and cherished moments with your loved ones!  #HappyFourth #USA #IndependenceDay #PatrioticPride

Mobi - Mobility Insight (Mobi) Secures Space Florida Partnership, Continuing to Expand Its TMaaS System in one of the most advanced #traffic management areas in the US We are pleased to share that Arieli portfolio company Mobi, which enhances decision-making with its unique #TMaaS (Traffic Management as a Service) system, has secured a #Pilot with Space Florida! This project will deploy Mobi’s leading mobility #infrastructure across Central Florida, reducing bureaucratic barriers, and facilitating entry into the US federal market.     As part of the pilot, Mobi received the Israeli Innovation Fast Track Award and grant for its revolutionary #cloud-based #AI technology that transforms real-time data collection on #vehicle and population movement.  We are incredibly proud of Mobi’s progress in advancing urban #mobility solutions and remain committed to supporting our portfolio company’s continued global success. 

Join us for an engaging Investor Ready Product, Technology, and Due Diligence Insights Webinar with Global Expert Johann Romefort. This is a unique opportunity to learn from Johann, the former Managing Director at Techstars, Co-Founder at Seesmic, and Tech Evangelist at Stylight—who has mentored more than 200 CTOs over the past three years. Sign up here: https://lu.ma/il2wkama

Digital banks are projected to capture 50% of the UK market by 2025, according to EMARKETER. Our Fintech Meetup in Jerusalem marked Arieli’s first initiative as a partner with The Hebrew University Business School in the MAAYAN Fund. This exciting event centered on the open banking revolution and fintech’s impact on #finance. An inspiring presentation by Avital Krupnik from the Israel Securities Authority that emphasized open banking’s benefits for financial decision-making and inclusivity was followed by Eyal Moskal, EVP of Fintech Ventures, who highlighted the efficiency and customer experience enhancements that open banking, open finance and the open #economy offer, introducing a superior #banking system shaped by cutting-edge #technology. In an expert panel moderated by Shmuel (Shmulik) Ben-Tovim, Director at קהילת החדשנות Fintech.IL, Fintech entrepreneurs and executives Yuval Samet, CEO of RiseUp IL, Hilla Ovil-Brenner, Partner at Arieli, Omer Nagar, Co-Founder and CEO at The Garage, Avital Krupnik, Deputy Manager at Israel Securities Authority, and Neria Nefesh, Business Analyst of the Banking Supervision Department at Bank of Israel (pictured, left to right) dissected open banking’s barriers and opportunities in the Israeli ecosystem. Together, they stressed the importance of building customer trust and partnerships among regulators, companies, and industry leaders, along with Zionism's role in attracting entrepreneurs to Israel's small but growing #Fintech market. Next, students from MAAYAN Fund, Hebrew University’s #VC Club, presented market research and showcased early-stage fintech startups led by Hebrew University graduates. The open banking revolution empowers consumers, businesses, and the economy through enhanced transparency and better asset management—it's an honor to be part of it. To our partners at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, MAAYAN Fund, The Hebrew University Business School, and all participants, thank you for your ongoing support in ensuring this event's success. Stay tuned for more events in our newsletter. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/df7VaY7B Eric Bentov | Evan Renov | Eyal Moskal | Hilla Ovil-Brenner | Or Haviv | Nurit Kantarovitch | Michael Lavie Salomon | Dan Marom | Shmuel (Shmulik) Ben-Tovim | Yuval Samet | Avital Krupnik | Neria Nefesh | Omer Nagar | Shir Kahanov | Yigal Newman | David Gershon #OpenBanking #VentureCapital

We Make Future Conference Unites 70,000 Global Innovators in #Bologna, Italy! Our Partner and Head of Innovation, Or Haviv, was invited by the Italian Trade Agency Tel Aviv Investors Delegation to share his unique perspective at this groundbreaking event. WMF - We Make Future explored #AI, technology, and digital #innovation through dozens of business exhibitions, #B2B meetings, and #networking sessions, gathering a diverse crowd of industry titans, interns, #artists, and even children. At Arieli, we harness the power of cross-generational connections to drive global innovation. By partnering with global #innovators, dreamers, and #changemakers, we shape a brighter future for all. Thank you to the Italian Trade Agency for the thoughtful invitation. Ministry of Affairs Italy | Made in Italy | Association of the Chamber of Commerce Italy | Matteo Trombin | Dorit Zipovsky | Maria Virginia Sirolli | ITA - Invest in Italy

Clean Beauty Projected to Reach 34.8 Billion USD at a CAGR of 14.62% The Clean Beauty Industry is set to grow from USD 7.11 billion in 2024 to USD 34.8 billion by 2032, according to Market Research Future® (MRFR). In this thriving market, Butter Be Kind, a clean #skincare brand headed by visionary biochemist Teja Urankar, has just secured an #investment through a connection made at Arieli’s #Slovenia-Governmental Accelerator Program. This funding is a major step in fueling Butter Be Kind’s production, manufacturing, and global growth. We are honored to witness the impactful partnerships facilitated through our innovation programs. By connecting early-stage #startups to global #investors, we're breaking down barriers and paving the path for collaborative cross-cultural #innovation. Discover Teja’s full story below.  Or Haviv | Michael Lavie Salomon | Ella Alfasi | Slovene Enterprise Fund | SPIRIT Slovenia Business Development Agency | Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in Tel Aviv | Republic of Slovenia Ministry of the Economy, Tourism and Sport | European Union Regional European Development Fund  #CleanBeauty #Innovation

We are delighted to invite you to our upcoming Fintech Meetup in partnership with The Hebrew University Business School and MAAYAN Fund! Join us next Wednesday in #Jerusalem to explore the future of open #banking. This gathering offers an exclusive opportunity to delve into #fintech insights and #trends through the lens of leading venture capitalists and industry professionals. Fintech is transforming the #entrepreneurial landscape by optimizing payment solutions, global market expansion, and driving #innovation and competition. Learn more and secure your spot here: https://lu.ma/zk5r7da1 Eric Bentov | Evan Renov | Eyal Moskal | Hilla Ovil-Brenner | Or Haviv | Nurit Kantarovitch | Michael Lavie Salomon | Dan Marom | Shmuel (Shmulik) Ben-Tovim | Yuval Samet | Avital Krupnik | Neria Nefesh | Omer Nagar | Shir Kahanov | David Gershon | Yigal Newman #OpenBanking #VentureCapital

Women in Tech Unite! We were proud to support the largest startup competition for women and technology, She Loves Tech, led by Yazamiyot - Women Entrepreneurs in partnership with FinSec Innovation Lab - Startup Accelerator by Mastercard, Mastercard and ESOP - Phoenix. The gathering united over 120 women from Israel’s booming tech industry, leading promising early-stage startups across fields like #AI, #HR, and #healthcare. The regional semi-finals will take place in Amsterdam later this month, and the final competition is scheduled for Singapore in November. Congratulations to Feminai and JOB360 for winning the competition. We wish you the best of luck at the semi-finals! Thank you to CTech by Calcalist for the feature. Discover more here: https://lnkd.in/d5vKiFfJ Hilla Ovil-Brenner | Sharon Zarfati | Monika Bercu | Ofri Duek | Noa Zohar | Halit Shalor Lichtenson | Vishay Precision Group, Inc. (VPG) | Karny Ilan, MD | Shani Klein | Gal Yanuka | amira kasem | Chani Sebag | Noa Tamir | Maya Eisen Zafrir | Anat Shilon Lechner | Neta Zruya Hashai | Sasha Popov | Lanor Daniel | Adi Arbiv | SHANI BIBI | Noga Perry | Maayan Keren Zur (She/ Her)🎗| Miriam Schwartz-Ziv | Orit Stav | Miriam Bashan | Gili Elkin | Yael Lipman | Hila Rom 🇮🇱 | Inbal Perlman | Neta Zruya Hashai | Tamar Luzzatto | Ravit Warsha Dor | Keren Dahan Heller