Coffee with Gidi – 2025 Overview and Insights for 2026
“Are we expected to see a significant price increase in the global technology sector over the coming year?”
We spoke with Gidi Shalom Bendor, CEO and Founder of S Cube, part of the IBI Capital group and Israel鈥檚 leading technology valuation firm, who reflects on the past year and sets the stage for the year ahead. What鈥檚 expected to drive the AI sector? Which other sectors are likely to stand out? Why do Israeli companies prefer M&A deals over IPOs? And what is the outlook for the local technology sector鈥檚 performance?
Do You Have an Early-Stage Startup? Here鈥檚 Everything You Need to Know About SAFEs
Who benefits from this investment mechanism? What are the key advantages and risks for entrepreneurs and investors? And what should you be aware of before signing a SAFE? Here are the answers to the most common questions
Between Existential Anxiety and Another Mega Deal in The Local High-Tech Industry – The Exit, Melio, and the S Cube Spirit
Melio serves as an example of proper conduct over the years that paved the way for a successful closing; M&A deal preparations can take months during which the deal might fall through, this is how to shorten the process; Before the buyers show up, here are 5 important things to know when getting ready for an exit.
Secondary Ahead! What Are the Rules of the Game?
After a period of stagnation, the secondary market is moving again鈥攖his means liquidity opportunities for founders, employees, and investors even before an exit. But alongside the opportunity, there are also risks鈥攅specially concerning valuation implications and tax liability.
Cautious Optimism: A Relative Recovery in Fundraising Rounds in the Local Tech Sector
This comes alongside a new tide of secondary deals; just before you grant employee stock options, we’ve summarized what you need to know about 409A rules: Who is subject to the law? How is the exercise price determined? And what are the key considerations to keep in mind?
2024 in High-Tech: The Local Sector Detached from the U.S. Trend for the First Time
“AI companies currently enjoy a massive premium that won鈥檛 last long” So says the CEO and founder of S Cube, part of IBI Capital, Israel鈥檚 largest technology valuation firm, who reflects on the past year and outlines goals for the next. While the Nasdaq reaches record highs, the ongoing war in Israel weighs heavily on the performance of the local tech sector, which, despite a significant increase in M&A activity, lags behind.
Coffee with Gidi – 2024 Overview and Insights for 2025
“AI companies currently enjoy a massive premium that won鈥檛 last long” So says the CEO and founder of S Cube, part of IBI Capital, Israel鈥檚 largest technology valuation firm, who reflects on the past year and outlines goals for the next. While the Nasdaq reaches record highs, the ongoing war in Israel weighs heavily on the performance of the local tech sector, which, despite a significant increase in M&A activity, lags behind.
2024 Financial Statements – How Are Valuations Affected?
The Israeli economy faced significant challenges over the past year, with additional fiscal pressures anticipated in the near future. Preparing financial statements has become increasingly complex against the backdrop of the country鈥檚 longest conflict, which carries profound and lasting macroeconomic implications. These circumstances raise thorny questions for financial managers about how to assess and quantify the potential impacts
Valuation for granting options: why should you engage an expert? Everything you need to know about valuations for granting options
Just before an exit or IPO, tax authorities may challenge the 409A valuations to increase the tax liability. This is when issues can arise, potentially jeopardizing the deal. What are the risks, and how can they be avoided? In the absence of regulation in the field of valuations, some entities offer services that should raise […]
War and venture capital – how do you fund your start-up now?
What are investors looking for in the current environment, what opportunities have been created, and can the new government grants help? What are the effects of the war on the cyber field in particular, and where do SAFEs and down rounds come in? Relative to the challenges facing the Israeli economy as a whole, and […]