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Rocketick Raises $2.5 Million from NVIDIA

NVIDIA, the graphics chip giant, has committed a $2.5 million strategic B Round in Israeli startup Rocketick. Rocketick has created GPU simulation accelerators, a technology that enables chip manufacturers cut their overall time to market of new chip designs by up to 30% and is advertised to reduce 50% of testing cost

Thoughts From The Front [CEO guest post]

Gil Rozenberg – co-founder and CEO of Ineze.com, an early-stage technology startup based in Israel, shares his lessons learned on starting a tech startup for first time entrepreneurs. In spite the fact that we’ve already made some nice achievements, and that the future looks promising, I know that our biggest challenges are still ahead.

AcceloWeb (known as FasterWeb) sold to Limelight Networks

AcceloWeb, an Israeli startup formerly known as Fasterweb, has been acquired by Limelight Networks (Nasdaq:LLNW) for undisclosed terms. Acceloweb develops technology that helps increase the load time of websites, a need that has been growing as applications migrate to the cloud. Following the deal Acceloweb will become Limelight’s development center in Israel.

How Can Venture Capital Funds Differentiate Themselves [VC Wish List Part 2]

10 things VCs can do to differentiate themselves and provide more value to potential investments – based on feedback from dozens of entrepreneurs. So what makes one VC fund be better perceived than others?

The Entrepreneur’s Wish List from VCs [part 1]

VC Cafe asked entrepreneurs to tell us what type of help or support they wish they could get from the venture capital investors. What started originally as how can VCs differentiate themselves to stand out, quickly became an Entrepreneur’s wish list from its VCs.

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DLD 2011: Probably the best organized conference in Europe

Last week I had the pleasure to attend the DLD 2011 (Digital Life Design) conference in Munich, which was co-hosted by Dr Yossi Vardi and Burda Media, a large German media company (for those who don’t know). I’ve attended quite a few conferences and industry events, but DLD manage to stand out. What was so special about it?

General Motors Invests $5 Million in Israel’s PowerMat

General Motors’ venture capital arm has invested $5 million in Powermat, manufacturer of wireless charging mats for cell phones and other electronic devices. GM plans to include the mats in vehicles as soon as 2012.

Working with Other Cultures: How to Do Business in India [guest post]

Doing business in India is about breaking the code. Ben Gilad gives practical advice on what to expect when dealing with Indian companies, how to behave and what are the key tips for negotiating with Indian businesses in the 21st century.

Reflections: How I Was Inspired by Ephraim Katzir

Ephraim Katzir was the 4th president of Israel. His paper, titled “My Contributions to Science and Society” tells Katzir’ story as an autobiography intricately enlaced in the story of the state of Israel. The paper not only inspired me, but also gave me context and a sense of proportion. While I recommend printing and reading the entire doc, below I’ve quoted some of the sections I found particularly inspiring.

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