Omer Kabir

Israel, Tel Aviv

Technology and Climate Crisis Reporter at Calcalist

Tech Columnist & Reporter @Calcalist

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Inside NSO’s WhatsApp hack: $40 million in profit and 1,223 global targets

2 weeks ago | calcalistech.com | Omer Kabir

Meta lawsuit sheds light on how a single vulnerability turned into a global espionage tool. 12:29, 09.04.25 TAGS:AppleNSO GroupPegasusNSONSO customers exploited a flaw the company identified in WhatsApp to use Pegasus spyware against hundreds of targets in 51 countries, according to documents filed in a lawsuit by Meta against the Israeli surveillance company.
Intel eyes joint venture with TSMC in bid to rescue chip strategy

2 weeks ago | calcalist.co.il | Omer Kabir

Intel and Taiwan-based chipmaker TSMC have reached a preliminary agreement to form a joint venture that would operate some of Intel’s manufacturing facilities, according to reports by Bloomberg and The Information. If finalized, the deal would mark a dramatic shift—TSMC, the world’s leading producer of high-performance chips and a longtime rival, would become a partner.
Intel eyes joint venture with TSMC in bid to rescue chip strategy

3 weeks ago | calcalistech.com | Omer Kabir

The move may spark layoffs and internal resistance, but aims to save Intel’s foundry dream. 10:47, 04.04.25 TAGS:IntelChipsTSMCIntel and Taiwan-based chipmaker TSMC have reached a preliminary agreement to form a joint venture that would operate some of Intel’s manufacturing facilities, according to reports by Bloomberg and The Information. If finalized, the deal would mark a dramatic shift—TSMC, the world’s leading producer of high-performance chips and a longtime rival, would become a partner.
This is how Trump’s tariffs hit

3 weeks ago | ynetnews.com | Omer Kabir

The sweeping tariffs announced overnight by U.S. President Donald Trump are set to significantly impact the operations of major tech companies. Among the hardest hit is Apple, as most of the countries where it manufactures its devices are subject to tariffs at the higher end of the scale. Additionally, the 32% tariffs imposed on Taiwan—where the majority of the world’s advanced semiconductors are produced—are expected to hurt companies like Nvidia, its suppliers, and once again, Apple.
Game over for Temu and Shein's tax-free imports

3 weeks ago | calcalist.co.il | Omer Kabir

Game over for Temu and Shein's tax-free importsThe White House officially revokes the De Minimis exemption, hitting fast-fashion giants with high tariffs. The tax exemption that turned Temu and Shein into an empire will be revoked on May 2. After the announcement of Donald Trump's tariff plan, the White House said on Wednesday that it will eliminate the tax exemption for imported packages worth up to $800.
Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs spark global tech panic

3 weeks ago | calcalistech.com | Omer Kabir

US tech giants face rising costs, while Europe and Asia prepare retaliation. 15:24, 03.04.25 TAGS:NvidiaAppleChipsDonald TrumpThe sweeping tariffs imposed on Wednesday by U.S. President Donald Trump are set to cause significant damage to the operations of major technology companies. One of the biggest casualties is Apple, the manufacturer of the iPhone, as higher tariffs have been imposed on most of the countries where its devices are produced.
Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs spark global tech panic

3 weeks ago | calcalist.co.il | Omer Kabir

The sweeping tariffs imposed on Wednesday by U.S. President Donald Trump are set to cause significant damage to the operations of major technology companies. One of the biggest casualties is Apple, the manufacturer of the iPhone, as higher tariffs have been imposed on most of the countries where its devices are produced. In addition, a 32% tariff on Taiwan—home to the world’s most advanced chip manufacturing—will impact companies like Nvidia and its suppliers, as well as Apple itself.
Tech cold war? Europe fights back against U.S. digital influence

3 weeks ago | calcalist.co.il | Omer Kabir

Tech cold war? Europe fights back against U.S. digital influenceCalls grow for a European alternative to American tech giants and Starlink. Last week, the Dutch parliament reached a near-unanimous consensus: the current situation cannot continue. Eight resolutions on the issue passed with broad support, urging the government to shift away from software and hardware services provided by American technology companies in favor of European alternatives.
Game over for Temu and Shein's tax-free imports

3 weeks ago | calcalistech.com | Omer Kabir

The White House officially revokes the De Minimis exemption, hitting fast-fashion giants with high tariffs. 14:03, 03.04.25 TAGS:TrumpTemuSheinChinaThe tax exemption that turned Temu and Shein into an empire will be revoked on May 2. After the announcement of Donald Trump's tariff plan, the White House said on Wednesday that it will eliminate the tax exemption for imported packages worth up to $800.
Tech cold war? Europe fights back against U.S. digital influence

3 weeks ago | calcalistech.com | Omer Kabir

Calls grow for a European alternative to American tech giants and Starlink. 11:03, 03.04.25 TAGS:TrumpMicrosoftAmazonGoogleElon MuskLast week, the Dutch parliament reached a near-unanimous consensus: the current situation cannot continue. Eight resolutions on the issue passed with broad support, urging the government to shift away from software and hardware services provided by American technology companies in favor of European alternatives.