Tel Aviv Named One of 25 Top Global Financial Centers
Tel Aviv has been chosen as one of the top 25 leading financial world centers, according to a study sponsored by the Qatar Financial Centre in Doha. According to the study, Tel Aviv is ranked 25th, and advances, among others, Abu Dhabi (28), Beijing (29), São Paulo (31), Stockholm (32), Rio de Janeiro (35), Amsterdam (36), Paris (37), Oslo (67), Moscow (78), and Madrid (79).
The Israeli Tech that Turns Objects Into Virtual Reality Experiences
A video driving game is nice, but even when fully engaged in the experience, players realize that it’s just a game. For a true all-encompassing experience, you need a true virtual environment.
But that’s only achievable with complicated augmented and virtual reality programming techniques, and expensive AR or VR glasses – making the dream of developing a killer AR/VR app out of reach for most developers.
Hackathon-ing in the Sukkah
The sukkah, the celebratory hut that is the central rite of the current Sukkot holiday, symbolizes, among other things, the “temporariness” of life, wealth, and material things — at least according to the Kabbalah.
Although they’re not Kabbalists, the folks behind the first-ever Sukkathon — a hackathon that will take place inside a thatch-roofed booth in Jerusalem — realize that “temporariness” is not just an otherworldly concept, but one that is a firm part of the Internet world.
Israeli Startup Keeps West Point Cadets in Shape
For sports organizations, a twisted ankle or sprained wrist in a star player can cost millions. One way to prevent those injuries is to pay strict attention to how a player performs in real time. To accomplish that, sports organizations throughout the US are turning to Israeli start-up PhysiMax, which, using 3D cameras, provides cloud-based analytics of how players are performing – and whether their favorite pivot-shot move or tackling style is likely to get them sidelined.
Among the professional organizations that are already using the PhysiMax system – or are strongly considering it – are numerous NBA teams, college basketball teams, the Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball franchise and the West Point Military Academy in the US, among others, said Ram Shalev, PhysiMax CEO and a co-founder of the company.
Why Are Non-Jewish Celebrities Buying Real-Estate in Israel
The Kardashian family is among a number of non-Jewish American celebrities reportedly shopping for real estate in the Holy Land. Others include Madonna, Ashton Kutcher and Mariah Carey. What does Israel have to offer these stars? The answer, it seems, varies from spirituality to family and friendship to money-making opportunities.
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