Swedish Artists Boycott Eurovision 2024 Over Israel’s Participation
Swedish artists boycott Eurovision 2024 in Malmö in protest of Israel’s participation. Artists like Medina, Dotter, and Titiyo have withdrawn from events. This protest reflects a trend of artists voicing concerns over certain countries’ involvement in the competition.
Israeli Air Force to Train with Replica of Iranian Shahed 136 Suicide Drone
Israeli company Smart Drones unveils replica of Iranian Shahed 136 drone for use in Israeli Air Force training. The replica, named Delta-wing RS2, will be integrated into the ‘Red Squadron’ to simulate enemy tactics and capabilities during training exercises. Smart Drones specializes in creating realistic UAV targets for training scenarios and testing air defense systems.
Israel to Expose Identities of Iranian Cyberattack Group at Cybertech Global Tel Aviv
Gaby Portnoy, head of the Israel National Cyber Directorate (INCD), will expose the identities of hackers affiliated with the Iranian cyberattack group known as Black Shadow at the Cybertech Global Tel Aviv conference. The group, operating on behalf of the Iranian Intelligence Ministry, has been responsible for a series of cyber-attacks against Israeli companies and targets. Portnoy will reveal that the group operates undercover in Tehran and has attempted to attack a wide range of sectors in Israel, including academia, tourism, media, finance, transportation, health, government, and technology.
Samsung Next Announces Shutdown of Operations in Israel
Samsung Next, the innovation arm of Samsung, is shutting down its operations in Israel and relocating all activities overseas. Despite the closure, the fund remains committed to investing in the region and fostering referrals from builders and founders.
Oil Options Traders Look to Protect Against Rising Crude Prices as Middle East Tensions Escalate
Oil options traders are increasingly looking to protect against rising crude prices as tensions escalate in the Middle East. Near-term market gauges for Brent and US crude have flipped over the past week to reflect more demand for bullish call options than bearish puts. The WTI second-month call skew, which shows what traders will pay for options that profit from a rise in prices versus a decline, switched on Tuesday for the first time since November, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. Oil options markets typically skew bearish as producers seek to protect against price drops.
Investing in Israeli Stocks: A Call for Unity and Support
Discover the opportunity to invest in Israeli stocks from outside of Israel and support the nation’s economic resilience in the face of conflict. Despite recent attacks, Israel’s economic indicators remain strong, with major companies like Intel making significant investments in the country. Learn how investing in Israeli businesses can help defend and support the nation’s innovation and commerce.
New Cost-Effective Method Detects Low Concentrations of Pharmaceutical Waste and Contaminants in Water
Researchers at Bar-Ilan University have developed a cost-effective plasmonic-based detector for detecting low concentrations of pharmaceutical waste in water, offering a promising solution to the detection of harmful piperidine residue. This groundbreaking work, published in Environmental Science: Nano, utilizes a plasmonic substrate with unparalleled sensitivity to piperidine, paving the way for more affordable and portable Raman devices for environmental monitoring.
Controversy at Oscars Over Director’s Speech on Gaza Conflict
British writer-director Jonathan Glazer sparked controversy at the Oscars with his speech addressing the conflict in Gaza, leading to misinterpretation and backlash. The incident highlights the challenges of addressing sensitive topics in public forums and the debate over the role of public figures in activism.
BBC Co-Produces Documentary on Nova Festival Massacre Amidst Accusations of Bias
The BBC has decided to co-produce a documentary film titled ‘We Will Dance Again’ in response to allegations of biased coverage of the Hamas massacre and the war in Gaza. The film will recount the events of the Nova Festival massacre, sparking further debate and mixed public reaction to the broadcaster’s objectivity.
Protest at 2024 Film Independent Spirit Awards
The 2024 Film Independent Spirit Awards was disrupted by a small but vocal protest against the Israel-Hamas war, with chants of ‘free Palestine’ and ‘ceasefire now’ permeating the venue and even being picked up on the livestream. The disruption was acknowledged by host Aidy Bryant and some award recipients, with various figures at the event recognizing the significance of the protesters’ message amidst the celebratory atmosphere of the awards show.