CTech

CTech is a technology news platform that delivers timely and impactful stories from the vibrant Israeli tech industry to a worldwide audience. Our team, composed of skilled international journalists, works closely with Calcalist, one of Israel's top business publications, to offer a unique perspective that emphasizes the global aspects of tech developments originating from this dynamic region. We provide a blend of urgent news and comprehensive articles, appealing to industry leaders, investors, and tech aficionados. Whether readers are seeking business opportunities or captivating narratives, CTech offers valuable local insights along with a broader global context.

International, Consumer

English

Online/Digital

Outlet metrics

Domain Authority

Ranking

Global

#81533

United States

#39038

News and Media

#1741

Traffic sources

Monthly visitors

Articles

Mentaily raises $3 million Seed round to tackle global mental health crisis with AI-p | Ctech

2 days ago | calcalistech.com

Founded in response to the aftermath of the October 7th terror attack, the Israeli startup’s LIV platform is designed to expand access to mental health care and assist with high-stress populations.
eToro IPO 10x oversubscribed; Expected to raise over $500M at $4B+ valuation

2 days ago | calcalistech.com | Sophie Shulman

eToro is closing its IPO order books on Monday due to exceptionally high demand, Calcalist has learned. The underwriters of the IPO, led by Goldman Sachs and Jefferies, notified participants in the Israeli fintech company's roadshow that they will no longer be accepting new orders. The offering is estimated to be more than ten times oversubscribed.
AI is coming for your job—but that’s a good thing, says Fiverr CEO | CTech

3 days ago | calcalistech.com | Maayan Manela

Micha Kaufman on automation, talent, and why creativity is the final frontier. 16:13, 11.05.25 TAGS:AIMicha KaufmanSharon SteinerFiverrMicha Kaufman, CEO of Fiverr, published an optimistic post last week about the arrival of artificial intelligence—marking a notable change in tone from a previous letter to employees, in which he warned that AI was coming to take their jobs, and possibly his as well.
"Within 6 months, there'll be an AI agent that will remind you of birthdays and also order gifts" | CTech

3 days ago | calcalistech.com | Omer Kabir

Ray Smith, Microsoft's VP of AI agents, isn't worried about the Chinese influence on AI models because "the more models, the more breakthroughs, the more innovation—the better for everyone." He says, "There are a lot of things I don’t see AI doing anytime soon.
"On my tombstone, it won’t say ‘generated high net returns’”: Blackstone's Jon Gray makes historic gift to Israel | CTech

3 days ago | calcalistech.com | Sophie Shulman

The Blackstone President talks philanthropy, politics, and why he and his wife Mindy chose to support Israeli medical education after October 7. 11:59, 11.05.25 TAGS:Jonathan GrayBlackstoneTel Aviv UniversityJon Gray, true to his bold instincts—if not his understated name or appearance—has built a career on audacious moves.
"The biggest challenge for Israeli entrepreneurs is transitioning to the US market"

6 days ago | calcalistech.com | Maayan Manela

Michael Reitblat, CEO and founder of Forter, spoke with Assaf Frayman, CEO of Octi, as part of the Growth+ project by Calcalist and Poalim Tech. 10:38, 08.05.25 TAGS:Growth PlusForterPoalim TechUS-IsraelIn a candid exchange bridging two ends of the startup lifecycle, Forter founder and CEO Michael Reitblat sat down with Octi CEO Assaf Frayman as part of Calcalist and Poalim Tech’s Growth+ initiative.
"This new generation of Israeli entrepreneurs is better than mine"

1 week ago | calcalistech.com | Maayan Manela

Shlomi Ben Haim, CEO and Founder of JFrog, and Guy Kozliner, CEO and Co-Founder of Rig Security, discussed management and leadership challenges, as part of the Growth+ project by Calcalist and Poalim Tech. 10:22, 08.05.25 TAGS:Growth PlusPoalim TechJFrogRig SecurityIn a candid one-on-one conversation, JFrog founder and CEO Shlomi Ben Haim sat down with Rig Security CEO Guy Kozliner as part of Calcalist and Poalim Tech’s Growth+ initiative.
Teva’s quiet layoff announcement reveals bold restructuring plan

1 week ago | calcalistech.com | Sophie Shulman

CEO signals this is ‘just the first step’ in multi-year effort to streamline and scale. 10:08, 08.05.25 TAGS:PharmaceuticalsLayoffsTevaTeva Pharmaceuticals offered a long-awaited explanation for the sharp 10% jump in its share price last week. But the gains come at a steep human cost. The Israeli drugmaker reassured investors with a revised, more optimistic profit forecast—after a previous one had triggered widespread concern and a selloff earlier this year.
Fiverr raises forecast after strong Q1, despite AI-driven customer decline

1 week ago | calcalistech.com | Sophie Shulman

Freelance platform posts $25M profit and 15% revenue growth as new contracts boost momentum. 16:57, 07.05.25 TAGS:EarningsAIFiverrFiverr, a software company that connects freelancers with businesses, is starting 2025 with accelerated growth and improved net profitability. The company, traded on the Nasdaq, is currently valued at around $1 billion, with its stock rising 5% in early trading.
Teva to cut 3,000 jobs by 2027 in drive toward higher profit margins

1 week ago | calcalistech.com | Sophie Shulman

Pharma giant targets 30% operating margin by laying off approximately 8% of its global workforce as it boosts forecasts on drug sales and updates its "Pivot to Growth" strategy. 16:39, 07.05.25 TAGS:PharmaceuticalsLayoffsTevaTeva Pharmaceutical announced it will lay off nearly 3,000 employees—approximately 8% of its global workforce—by 2027, as part of its effort to reach an operating profit margin of 30%.