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Kardome develops real-time software that uses proprietary beamforming technology to isolate a user's voice and suppress background noise, enabling high-quality speech in environments with multiple speakers. The software can be integrated with existing microphone systems in consumer electronics and automotive infotainment, supporting voice-controlled devices, hands-free speakerphones, tablets, smartphones, and conference-call equipment. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Mazor, Israel, Kardome aims to provide seamless voice control in acoustically challenging environments without requiring loud speech or close microphone proximity.

Magnus Metal specializes in metal casting services, focusing on high-volume production of large, complex load-bearing parts for various industries such as automotive, heavy machinery, and robotics. The company's proprietary technology combines traditional casting with digital technology to offer improved product homogeneity, predictability, and accuracy at a lower cost per part.

NoTraffic is a technology company that specializes in transforming traditional traffic intersections into smart, connected networks. Its platform optimizes traffic flow, prioritizes various vehicles, and enhances safety by leveraging AI sensors for real-time road user detection and classification. Established in 2016, NoTraffic operates globally with strategic partnerships to accelerate its rollout.

Foretellix develops a vehicle verification platform and related tools to automate measurable safety verification of automated driving systems, including ADAS and autonomous vehicles. It provides solutions to inspect the smart systems of autonomous vehicles and has developed a language to standardize the description of autonomous vehicle scenarios. The platform automates analytics of safety-related coverage metrics, indicating the percentage of scenarios proven to work across diverse driving situations, enabling scalable verification from development to deployment. The approach adapts coverage-driven verification from semiconductor industries to safety verification, aiming to reduce risk, cost, and time to market. Foretellix was founded in 2010 and is based in Tel Aviv, Israel.

infiniDome is a security technology company based in Caesarea, Israel, founded in 2016, that develops GPS protection and navigation resiliency solutions to defend unmanned aerial vehicles and other vehicles, as well as critical infrastructure, from GPS jamming and spoofing. Its products include GPSdome, a GPS anti-jammer and anti-spoofing module, and OtoSphere, an add-on module for protecting GPS position, navigation, and timing systems. The company focuses on GPS signal protection to ensure reliable location and time synchronization in challenging environments, addressing electronic warfare threats and helping organizations maintain resilient operations.

Ottopia Ltd., headquartered in Tel-Aviv, Israel, specializes in developing an artificial intelligence platform tailored for the automobile industry. The company's flagship product is a teleoperations software platform, recognized twice by Frost & Sullivan as the best in its market. This platform combines AI with human drivers' expertise to facilitate driverless experiences across various vehicle types, including cars, buses, trucks, construction machines, and delivery vehicles. Ottopia partners with prominent industry players such as Hyundai, Magna International, Deutsche Telekom, Motional, EasyMile, MooVita, Serve Robotics, and NVIDIA. By employing Ottopia's technology, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) can generate new recurring revenue streams while reducing research and development costs.

infiniDome is a security technology company based in Caesarea, Israel, founded in 2016, that develops GPS protection and navigation resiliency solutions to defend unmanned aerial vehicles and other vehicles, as well as critical infrastructure, from GPS jamming and spoofing. Its products include GPSdome, a GPS anti-jammer and anti-spoofing module, and OtoSphere, an add-on module for protecting GPS position, navigation, and timing systems. The company focuses on GPS signal protection to ensure reliable location and time synchronization in challenging environments, addressing electronic warfare threats and helping organizations maintain resilient operations.

Make My Day develops smart mobility technology that enhances the electric vehicle charging experience for drivers and fleets. The platform provides route planning, charging optimization, and end-to-end managed charging services for single or multiple vehicles, supporting both consumer and business customers. Its in-car driving assistance connects drivers with the vehicle and with business providers to support daily needs, enabling a seamless integration of mobility and services. The company is based in Tel-Aviv, Israel.

Autofleet operates a platform that optimizes car rental services. It uses machine learning algorithms for demand prediction, dynamic pricing, automated fleeting, and real-time demand-supply matching. The company partners with various mobility operators to enhance their operations and launch new on-demand business models.

Foretellix develops a vehicle verification platform and related tools to automate measurable safety verification of automated driving systems, including ADAS and autonomous vehicles. It provides solutions to inspect the smart systems of autonomous vehicles and has developed a language to standardize the description of autonomous vehicle scenarios. The platform automates analytics of safety-related coverage metrics, indicating the percentage of scenarios proven to work across diverse driving situations, enabling scalable verification from development to deployment. The approach adapts coverage-driven verification from semiconductor industries to safety verification, aiming to reduce risk, cost, and time to market. Foretellix was founded in 2010 and is based in Tel Aviv, Israel.

NoTraffic is a technology company that specializes in transforming traditional traffic intersections into smart, connected networks. Its platform optimizes traffic flow, prioritizes various vehicles, and enhances safety by leveraging AI sensors for real-time road user detection and classification. Established in 2016, NoTraffic operates globally with strategic partnerships to accelerate its rollout.

Ottopia Ltd., headquartered in Tel-Aviv, Israel, specializes in developing an artificial intelligence platform tailored for the automobile industry. The company's flagship product is a teleoperations software platform, recognized twice by Frost & Sullivan as the best in its market. This platform combines AI with human drivers' expertise to facilitate driverless experiences across various vehicle types, including cars, buses, trucks, construction machines, and delivery vehicles. Ottopia partners with prominent industry players such as Hyundai, Magna International, Deutsche Telekom, Motional, EasyMile, MooVita, Serve Robotics, and NVIDIA. By employing Ottopia's technology, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) can generate new recurring revenue streams while reducing research and development costs.

infiniDome is a security technology company based in Caesarea, Israel, founded in 2016, that develops GPS protection and navigation resiliency solutions to defend unmanned aerial vehicles and other vehicles, as well as critical infrastructure, from GPS jamming and spoofing. Its products include GPSdome, a GPS anti-jammer and anti-spoofing module, and OtoSphere, an add-on module for protecting GPS position, navigation, and timing systems. The company focuses on GPS signal protection to ensure reliable location and time synchronization in challenging environments, addressing electronic warfare threats and helping organizations maintain resilient operations.

infiniDome is a security technology company based in Caesarea, Israel, founded in 2016, that develops GPS protection and navigation resiliency solutions to defend unmanned aerial vehicles and other vehicles, as well as critical infrastructure, from GPS jamming and spoofing. Its products include GPSdome, a GPS anti-jammer and anti-spoofing module, and OtoSphere, an add-on module for protecting GPS position, navigation, and timing systems. The company focuses on GPS signal protection to ensure reliable location and time synchronization in challenging environments, addressing electronic warfare threats and helping organizations maintain resilient operations.

Autofleet operates a platform that optimizes car rental services. It uses machine learning algorithms for demand prediction, dynamic pricing, automated fleeting, and real-time demand-supply matching. The company partners with various mobility operators to enhance their operations and launch new on-demand business models.

Hailo Technologies is an AI chipmaker that develops edge-level processors for running deep learning tasks locally on devices. Its processors, designed with patented silicon architecture, deliver data center-class AI performance on edge devices with low power, small size, and low cost. The company provides end-to-end solutions including software and development tools to enable real-time deep learning applications such as object detection and image enhancement without cloud processing. Its technology targets a range of markets including automotive, security, drones, industrial automation, smart home devices, and portable computers. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Hailo aims to empower devices to analyze data and make decisions locally, advancing edge AI applications.

Kardome develops real-time software that uses proprietary beamforming technology to isolate a user's voice and suppress background noise, enabling high-quality speech in environments with multiple speakers. The software can be integrated with existing microphone systems in consumer electronics and automotive infotainment, supporting voice-controlled devices, hands-free speakerphones, tablets, smartphones, and conference-call equipment. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Mazor, Israel, Kardome aims to provide seamless voice control in acoustically challenging environments without requiring loud speech or close microphone proximity.

WayCare Technologies Ltd. is a Tel-Aviv-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing a cloud-based software platform aimed at proactive traffic management. The platform utilizes predictive analytics to forecast traffic crashes and congestion up to two hours in advance, allowing municipalities to take informed action. By integrating data from various transportation modes, including connected and autonomous vehicles, WayCare enhances the ability of traffic management systems to optimize road safety and efficiency. The platform not only predicts traffic conditions but also monitors the effectiveness of implemented strategies, providing actionable insights that help traffic center operators reduce accidents and improve overall traffic flow. Through its innovative approach, WayCare is reshaping urban mobility and empowering cities to better manage their roadways.

Hailo Technologies is an AI chipmaker that develops edge-level processors for running deep learning tasks locally on devices. Its processors, designed with patented silicon architecture, deliver data center-class AI performance on edge devices with low power, small size, and low cost. The company provides end-to-end solutions including software and development tools to enable real-time deep learning applications such as object detection and image enhancement without cloud processing. Its technology targets a range of markets including automotive, security, drones, industrial automation, smart home devices, and portable computers. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Hailo aims to empower devices to analyze data and make decisions locally, advancing edge AI applications.

Foretellix develops a vehicle verification platform and related tools to automate measurable safety verification of automated driving systems, including ADAS and autonomous vehicles. It provides solutions to inspect the smart systems of autonomous vehicles and has developed a language to standardize the description of autonomous vehicle scenarios. The platform automates analytics of safety-related coverage metrics, indicating the percentage of scenarios proven to work across diverse driving situations, enabling scalable verification from development to deployment. The approach adapts coverage-driven verification from semiconductor industries to safety verification, aiming to reduce risk, cost, and time to market. Foretellix was founded in 2010 and is based in Tel Aviv, Israel.

NoTraffic is a technology company that specializes in transforming traditional traffic intersections into smart, connected networks. Its platform optimizes traffic flow, prioritizes various vehicles, and enhances safety by leveraging AI sensors for real-time road user detection and classification. Established in 2016, NoTraffic operates globally with strategic partnerships to accelerate its rollout.