Ariel Shapira

Israel

Freelance Columnist at Freelance

None at Entrepreneur Magazine

Tech Column Editor at Jerusalem Post

Articles

How Taboola used Stripe to accelerate growth with international clients

2 weeks ago | jpost.com | Ariel Shapira |Zvika Klein |Yaakov Katz |Liat Collins

ByARIEL SHAPIRAPartnerships are the foundation of growth for tech companies. Taboola, the Israeli unicorn and global leader in native advertising, works with hundreds of clients across the world. Since its founding in 2007 by Adam Singolda, Taboola has focused on helping businesses of all sizes deliver personalized, AI-powered native ads across a vast network of publisher sites. As Taboola scaled globally, one of the key bottlenecks it faced was its payment process.
Tech Talk: Israeli startup B24Club simplifies payment solutions

1 month ago | jpost.com | Ariel Shapira

In recent years, we’ve witnessed a dramatic shift in how individuals and businesses approach payments. What was once the domain of banks, physical cards, and legacy infrastructure has rapidly evolved into a digital-first landscape. Today, a single mobile app has the power to disrupt entire business models, reshaping industries that once relied on traditional financial intermediaries.
The secret to a high-performing portfolio? Automation

2 months ago | crypto.news | Ariel Shapira

Share Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. People engage in “risky” situations almost daily. For some, a risk could be only giving yourself two hours at the airport instead of the instructed three hours before departure time. For others, risk could be associated with a physical threat like skydiving.
Overlooked crypto trends that could define 2025

2 months ago | fintechnews.org | Ariel Shapira

As we approach the end of Q1 2025, this year hasn’t exactly panned out as many thought it would in the digital assets space. However, if crypto is consistently one thing, it’s unpredictable. While the market is down, largely due to global economics outside its control, industry optimism remains high, and there are plenty of reasons to support this sentiment.
AI finally claims its place at the crypto table with DeFAI

Mar 30, 2025 | crypto.news | Ariel Shapira |Max Yakubowski

Share Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. People might wonder why trust in crypto’s decentralized nature remains a challenge after so many years. While its unpredictable system may attract some risk-tolerant investors, it raises a red flag for more conservative traders. In traditional banking, if an issue arises, the typical course of action is to call customer service.
Overlooked crypto trends that could define 2025 | Opinion

Mar 29, 2025 | crypto.news | Ariel Shapira |Max Yakubowski

Share Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. As we approach the end of Q1 2025, this year hasn’t exactly panned out as many thought it would in the digital assets space. However, if crypto is consistently one thing, it’s unpredictable.
Deel acquires Safeguard Global’s payroll division to expand its payroll services

Mar 23, 2025 | jpost.com | Ariel Shapira

The acquisition of Safeguard Global, a company specializing in corporate global payroll solutions, reinforces Deel’s position as a premier player in the global HR and payroll space. Human Resources has long been a crucial aspect of any business operation, with their responsibilities exceeding simply recruiting.
Crypto finally dropped its ‘bros’ era

Mar 8, 2025 | crypto.news | Ariel Shapira |Max Yakubowski

Share Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. One of the most intriguing aspects of crypto is its sense of anonymity. Bitcoin , for example, was created in 2008 by an unknown figure using the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto, and to this day, the true identity of its inventor remains unknown.
The resilience of Israel's startup nation during the war - interview

Mar 2, 2025 | jpost.com | Ariel Shapira

Over the past year and a half, the startup nation has faced significant challenges due to the Swords of Iron War. Extended reserve duty has reduced the operational capacity of startups and innovation hubs, creating a sense of uncertainty for the ecosystem’s future. In an interview with Teddy Nehmad, one of the leading and most influential entrepreneurs in Israel’s local and global startup tech community, he shared his experience navigating the startup ecosystem through times of crisis.
Big Tech’s biggest nightmare? Decentralized AI | Opinion

Feb 15, 2025 | crypto.news | Ariel Shapira |Max Yakubowski

Share Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. Today, consumers have grown accustomed to instant gratification. They expect to get what they want and when they want it. With the rise of on-demand services, convenience has become a non-negligible expectation, and the notion of waiting or being restricted by outdated systems is becoming a thing of the past.