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Track the momentum. Explore a curated list of media coverage, press releases, and announcements, including articles on successful company acquisitions, major investment rounds, and the grand opening of new Florida headquarters of Israeli companies. See how our strategic partnerships and events are generating headlines and actively shaping the future of technology and commerce in the Sunshine State.
RECENT NEWS.
Shaping the Future: Women Entrepreneurs Leading the Charge in Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay has long been recognized for its vibrant community, entrepreneurial spirit, and innovative mindset.
Five Star Customer Experiences: Lessons from Hospitality Leaders
A review of a panel discussion moderated by FIBA Co-Executive Director, Pam Miniati, at Synapse Sumit 2024:
Israeli Tech Forges New Frontiers at Florida ‘Pitch Day’
FIBA’s newest initiative, its cyber program, aims to further cement the collaborative ties between Florida and Israel in the realm of cybersecurity.
Florida Welcomes Israeli Technology Companies for Pitch Day at the Capital
Today’s event was an opportunity to strengthen the bond that Florida and Israel share by linking groundbreaking tools with the state that’s on the forefront of cybersecurity resilience…
January 2024 in Israeli tech funding: $473 million in 17 deals
Over $473 million were raised by Israeli startups across 17 deals during the first month of the year.
Israel’s StemRad inks $4.5m contract to shield US troops from gamma radiation
As part of the contract, the Israeli-American company will provide 630 of its protective 360 Gamma belts to soldiers and airmen tasked with responding in cases of domestic radiological incidents, such as dirty bombs, terrorist or military attacks, or accidents that can include a nuclear reactor meltdown.
Results of deep-space test of StemRad vest ‘exceeded expectations’
Based on data collected during the radiation experiment on the manikins, “we have found that, if an astronaut crew inside the Orion spacecraft were exposed to a major solar storm…
The Epicenter for Israeli-Based Start-Ups
At the heart of this flourishing relationship is the Florida-Israel Business Accelerator (FIBA), which has been instrumental in bridging the gap between Israeli innovation and the opportunities within Florida’s diverse economy.