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TL;DR - For the first time I'm going to speak in my own meetup. I founded Israel Robotics more than 7 years ago with Amit Moran. There was basically no casual robotics enthusiasts group in Israel back then, and as I was already baking the idea of Indoor Robotics, I've decided to step forward and build this community, hoping to find good people for inspiration. At this point, I already met Amit, who shared my frustration, and agreed to take the bull by its horns and join me in this endeavor. Fast forward, Amit became my (ultimate) partner at Indoor, we faced a world pandemic, financial crisis, local politics crisis and last - a war - but we did it... after each and every hit, we came back stonger. The community expanded, and we met more brilliant people who share out passion. I always knew I will speak at one of our events. It was just a matter of time. But everytime, I felt like there are better people than me that should be heard - and I just had no slot... So when Gil Brudner who is brewing this meetup, decided on the theme of GenAI (A theme he knew I'm spending a lot of my time on) and asked me: "Are you willing to speak this time?" I said - Of course! So.. here I am, going to speak to a group of people smarter than me about #GenAI and #Robotics. I feel humbled, and I hope my real-world experience (even if not brilliant) will inspire/help someone from the audience. Hope to see you! Monday at Microsoft Reactor. Generatively, Doron. #chatgpt #israelrobotics This post wasn't written by a bot, nor re-written or inspired by a bot. Just casual Doron...

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Whisper-Medusa Released: aiOla’s New Model Delivers 50% Faster Speech Recognition with Multi-Head Attention and 10-Token Prediction Israeli AI startup aiOla has unveiled a groundbreaking innovation in speech recognition with the launch of Whisper-Medusa. This new model, which builds upon OpenAI’s Whisper, has achieved a remarkable 50% increase in processing speed, significantly advancing automatic speech recognition (ASR). aiOla’s Whisper-Medusa incorporates a novel “multi-head attention” architecture that allows for the simultaneous prediction of multiple tokens. This development promises to revolutionize how AI systems translate and understand speech. The introduction of Whisper-Medusa represents a significant leap forward from the widely used Whisper model developed by OpenAI. While Whisper has set the standard in the industry with its ability to process complex speech, including various languages and accents, in near real-time, Whisper-Medusa takes this capability a step further. The key to this enhancement lies in its multi-head attention mechanism; this enables the model to predict ten tokens at each pass instead of the standard one. This architectural change results in a 50% increase in speech prediction speed and generation runtime without compromising accuracy. Read our take on Whisper-Medusa: https://lnkd.in/gM6wCQeW Model: https://lnkd.in/gr6iPQS3 GitHub: https://lnkd.in/gvRAxncP aiOla

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Thanks Pam Simon for the interview, and it's always a pleasure to engage with your team at Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics 🙏 Cambrian Robotics Cybernetix Ventures #robotics #automation #machinevision #logistics #warehouseautomation

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Today, I came across a concerning trend that made me reflect on the state of our tech ecosystem. Despite the hype and excitement surrounding Israeli startups in recent years, the number of new technological entrepreneurship ventures has been on a steady decline. This downward trajectory persisted even during the explosive growth of 2020 and 2021. It's disheartening to witness the decrease in new early-stage tech companies sprouting into our ecosystem. The challenges we face seem to go beyond temporary economic crises or societal issues. The root causes may lie in how our government and investor communities are approaching sector strategies and regulations. As a part of the Israeli startup nation, it's crucial for us to address these underlying issues to ensure the continued growth and success of our tech industry. Keeping this trend going is not an option for our ecosystem, and it is maybe one of the most important challenges we need to think about in the near future. This graph came from the Israeli Innovation Authority's 2023 annual summary report and IVC data.

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Have you integrated generative AI into your applications? Alon Gubkin, CTO from Aporia, is here to help! Alon, an entrepreneurial full-stack engineer and the CTO of Aporia, leads a team dedicated to creating innovative solutions that enhance the reliability and effectiveness of AI applications. His expertise in the field is demonstrated through his work on Aporia Guardrails, a tool trusted by top enterprises to mitigate risks in AI deployment. 🗣 In his talk, “Mitigating RAG Hallucinations with Aporia Guardrails”, Alon explored: - The Inherent Risk: More than 70% of companies plan to release a RAG chatbot in 2024, but the risk of hallucinations could derail many projects. - Proactive Mitigation: How Aporia Guardrails address hallucinations, ensuring the integrity and reliability of generative AI applications. 🔑 Key takeaways attendees learned: - The critical role of observability and evaluation in generative AI applications. - Strategies to mitigate RAG hallucinations with Aporia Guardrails. - Practical guidance on incorporating robust safety measures in AI applications. If you’re building a RAG chatbot or implementing one into your product, don’t let hallucinations derail your project from reaching production. 🎥 Watch the full session on our YouTube channel! https://lnkd.in/ebmgq6g5

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Joe Hayon, Co-Founder and President of Inspira Technologies, shares how he believes that despite the challenges posed by the October 7th attack and the ongoing conflict, Israeli startups remain poised as key drivers of the nation and the country’s future growth. “We will fight to protect our homeland and do everything possible to return our hostages”. For those who doubt us or choose to challenge us, remember this: “We never give up!”. Israelis as a nation and as a startup ecosystem are characterized by resilience and persistence. Historical challenges have fostered a culture of innovation and problem-solving. Our startups continue developing cutting-edge technologies even amid adversity. Israeli startups operate in high-priority sectors such as cybersecurity, defense technology, and healthcare. These sectors are critical for national security and promoting peace and global stability. The demand for advanced solutions remains strong, providing growth opportunities. The secret to success is resilience, persistence, and a culture of never giving up. Failure is a milestone to success. As a startup nation, we are determined to overcome market challenges and bring the hostages home. For more in-depth insights, read Joe Hayon's full op-ed, written immediately after the events of October 7th: https://lnkd.in/dX6tpnn8

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Over the past decade, I have reviewed over 1,000 cv's in search for the best team members to join our team. I see a lot of people in Israel in need of jobs these days so sharing some tips from my experience as a manager and Organizational Psychologist that I hope can be helpful. If you have any questions or additional insights, please feel free to comment below or pm me. I divided the job-seeking journey into 4 stages: 1. Self-reflection 2. CV building 3. Networking 4. “Dating” your future boss In this post I will cover some pointers for the first 3 stages. Next post will cover pointers for the last stage. *Self-reflection* 1. Self-reflection and understanding what you are good at and what you are passionate about. 2. Who are you - Need to be able to answer this in 2-3 lines at the top of the CV. Are you a manager and looking to be in a leadership role or more of a hands-on executive? Is your focus marketing/sales/coding/project management? Pro tip: Ask your friends to be honest with you and share the value they see you bring. It will crystalize your own view as well. *CV and LinkedIn profile* 1. CV building - how does your future boss know you are great at what you do? What success and impact did you have that you can articulate with numbers? 2. The design is great. But the most important is the content. Make sure clear description in the header what you do and keep it short, with bullet points and a 1-pager. Make sure no mistakes. If there is even 1 typo, it is a no-go. 3. Passion talks. Years ago I hired a young man with very little experience because he came with great passion and told me how he taught himself code at age 11. See how you can find that story that highlights your greatness. *Networking* 1. Networking and asking friends for an intro or to put in a good word. Identify 10 people you will have coffee with to brainstorm your career. Some will give you great advice. Others will give you a good lead. 2. Don't only think about networking with those who can give you the job today but rather with those who know people that can help you. 3. The best way to build trust is to show your work in action. I once hired someone because he reached out and explained to me in a loom video why one of my client websites stinked and how that can be fixed. He didn't tell me what he does but showed me. What tips have you found as a manager that you would give future employees?

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Are there any here who have trained a GenAI model from scratch? I assume not many. This is exactly what Bar Fingerman from BRIA AI is going to talk about at our MDLIops conference. For those who don't know, Bria is one of the leading GenAI companies in Israel and they have trained a model that generates images in a way that doesn't violate copyrights and ensures that each creator receives proper compensation. Bar will talk about everything they learned in this process and share with you all the important lessons they learned along the way. Link to the agenda: https://lnkd.in/dNzs8HCW Link for online registration: https://lnkd.in/dPjMDeBU

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CASE STORY - PART II ------- We are on with the second part of story about our implementation to Tel Aviv Medical Center - T.A.M.C Ltd. This time it's more detailed, and tells about how we moved this medical center from 6 systems to one. All-in-one is one of the basic concepts of our software. We really thing, that using multiple solutions (sometimes over 30) only make your clinic way less efficient. If you have a software mess in your medical center or chain of clinics - that one is for you 😊 https://lnkd.in/eQM-tNK8

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"AR computing!" Say goodbye to traditional laptops. An Israeli entrepreneur has innovated a technology that bids farewell to our traditional laptops. Tamir Berliner- founder of Sightful and the innovator behind the Spacetop G1! What is the Spacetop G1? Spatial computer that seamlessly integrates the functionality of a laptop with the capabilities Of Augmented Reality (AR). A 100-inch virtual workspace replaces the need for a physical screen. Spacetop G1 adapts to various environments, whether at home, in the office, or on the go. This represents a step forward in integrating AR technologies with daily tasks. Spatial with AR transforms how we interact with digital content, personally and professionally. The real test will be in its execution. The usability of the AR interface, the battery life, the comfort of AR glasses, etc., are crucial. I believe Sightful has managed to address these practical concerns effectively. And I am awaiting the official release in india. Congrats to Tamir Berliner and the team for their bold move and fantastic innovation. The Spacetop G1 is an evolution in how we think about personal computing. Soorya Narayanan | AppLogiQ #applogiq #innovation #entrepreneur #techentrepreneur #augmentedreality #spatialcomputing #management #startups

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Some day we can copy paste real buildings with robotics & AI as easily as copying text today. But first let's solve and automate more practical tasks. Check below why I'm fascinated about this. Thank you Pam Simon and Fady Saad for the insightful discussion. Cambrian Robotics Cybernetix Ventures #robotics #automation #machinevision #logistics #warehouseautomation

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CASE STORY - PART 3 - End-2-End analytics ---- So, let's continue our journey. This time I'm gonna tell you about quite an interesting thing - end-2-end analytics, and how we implemented it in Tel Aviv Medical Center - T.A.M.C Ltd. (actual report on the cover, to give you the brief idea what's it's all about 😊) That was one of their main pains when we first met, and also one of the most useful instruments a private clinic can use to improve their marketing. So, to all the CMOs, digital marketing specialists etc. - I would definitely recommend you to check it out. https://lnkd.in/e5-XxdiE #healthcareIT #HealthIT #DigitalHealth #e2eanalytics

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Did you know most kids decide their favorite phone brand by age 12?   That's why Samsung Electronics, a pioneer in mobile innovation, partnered with ReachPlayers to make a lasting impression on young Israeli gamers. The challenge? Traditional advertising was falling flat with this tech-savvy generation. We at ReachPlayers crafted a solution that spoke their language: an immersive in-game experience within 11 popular Roblox games, featuring a virtual Samsung complex with interactive billboards and most importantly a giant, eye-catching Z Flip. Players weren't just passive viewers; they became active participants, earning in-game rewards like Samsung devices that empowered them to win the game. By blending seamlessly into the gaming world, Samsung not only reached their target audience but also showcased the Z Flip as the ultimate phone for young, social, and tech-forward individuals. A special thanks to the Samsung team, especially Moran Karasenty, for their support and collaboration in making this campaign a success! Michael Anav 🎮, Banana Studios, Barrier Four, Hila Firestein, Ornit Bauer #Samsung #GenZ #InGameAdvertising #GamingMarketing #Roblox #Marketing #Ads

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Revolutionizing Construction Data Management: Unlocking Efficiency and Insight with Innogration Technologies

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🏔 Converting the AI revolution into business value is one of the most interesting challenges for us as Product people. 🎧 In the last episode of מוצרלה | Mozzarella, I spoke to Orly Shechtman about emerging technologies and how we extract maximum business value from them. (The episode is in Hebrew, link in the first comment). This is a good chance to remind everyone that we are meeting very soon at PM LIVE conference on June 23th, and that you can get 10% off with the code Mozzarella10

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Meet COGNIFIBER, an Asper Prize 2024 Finalist! What is their #StartupStory? CogniFiber, was founded in 2018 by Dr. Eyal Cohen and Prof. Zeev Zalevsky with the aim to reinvent computation and create a new, AI-driven reality. The company is developing revolutionary scalable and trainable neuromorphic photonic processors to accelerate AI computations in the markets of HPC Servers, High-Frequency Trading, Cybersecurity and Low-Latency Switching. CogniFiber’s DeepLight technology, supported by 36 patent applications, will reach a staggering computation speed of up to 1000X over any existing processor (Giga-inferences/sec) while consuming less than 1% of the power per task.  The company currently raises its A-2 Series ($15M, $5M closed, $30M valuation), which is a unique opportunity just before scale-up. Current traction includes global fiber manufacturers (OFS, Fujikura, NKT), Global players (Intel, Seagate, Dell, AMD) and governmental innovation bodies (IAA, MAFAT). Proceeds will be used to productize current processors, accelerate market penetration, and close first contracts with our design partners. Follow along to see if they will be the rising Startup of the year! The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Asper Foundation, Yissum, The Hebrew University Tech Transfer Company, Amnon Dekel, PhD, Eyal Cohen, PhD Bridges Israel, Deep Insight, Grove Ventures, JVP, Meron Capital, OurCrowd, PICO Venture Partners , Target Global, 10D #technology #startup #innovation #asperprize 

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🌟 Discover The Power of Generative AI and LLMs! 🌟 Join us at NLP IL - Natural Language Processing Israel - NVIDIA Inception on June 5th at 6pm for an exclusive event, where industry experts will unveil how you can get the most out of Generative AI and LLM technologies! 🤖🦾 Or Gorodissky, our VP of R&D, will be giving a thought-provoking session on NUI (#NaturalUserInterface) and how LLMs offer a new way to interact with software, revealing challenges companies are facing when trying to integrate LLMs and how they try to overcome them using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). 🤩🚀 Hurry, space is limited! ⌛️✨ Register Now! >>> https://bit.ly/3QTTX0h #DID #AI #GenerativeAI #Event #Meetup #NLP_IL #NVIDIA #Tech

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#IsraeliStartups, particularly in the #healthcare sector, are thriving due to a combination of factors. 🇮🇱 #Israel is recognized as a global leader in #medicalinnovation, boasting a vibrant ecosystem of about 1,500 companies in healthcare and life sciences. 🦾💻🌐 This innovation is driven by a strong foundation in technological advancements, such as AI and #RemoteDiagnostics. 🧲💸 Significant #investment is another pillar supporting Israeli healthcare startups. In recent years, these companies have raised billions, exemplified by the $6.5 billion amassed by 250 active startups in areas like #DigitalHealth, #MedicalDevices, and #Biopharma. These factors combined, position #Israeli #healthcareStartups not only as leaders in innovation but also as crucial players in the global healthcare market. 🇮🇱

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