Case Studies
Israeli Unicorn Startups
Case Study: Elbit's Laser Revolution
Elbit Systems raised $500 million to accelerate laser defense innovation.
Their "Magen Or" system can intercept threats at 10km range at lower costs than missiles.
Developing airborne lasers capable of neutralizing hypersonic missiles traveling 5x speed of sound.
This breakthrough positions Israel as a global leader in energy weapons.
Challenges remain with weather conditions and multiple-target engagement capabilities.
Case Study: Wiz's $33 Billion Acquisition
Google's landmark acquisition demonstrates the extraordinary value of Israeli cybersecurity innovation. Read the full analysis.
The Deal
Google's $33B acquisition represents one of tech's largest cybersecurity purchases ever.
Founded in 2020, Wiz reached unicorn status in record time.
Israeli Tech Advantage
Israel's startup ecosystem continues producing exceptional cybersecurity talent.
Strategic investors recognize the unique value of Israeli innovation hubs.
Investment Lessons
Early-stage investments in Israeli security startups offer tremendous upside potential.
Technical excellence and global scalability create acquisition targets.
Case Study: Mobileye's $35B Exit
The financial benefits of investing in Israeli startups extend beyond cybersecurity. Read the full analysis.
1999 Founding
Professor Amnon Shashua launched Mobileye with revolutionary computer vision for vehicles.
2014 IPO
Raised $890 million in the largest Israeli IPO in US history.
2017 Acquisition
Intel acquired Mobileye for $15.3 billion, delivering 40x returns to early investors.
2023 Spin-Off
Intel's partial spin-off valued Mobileye at $35 billion, demonstrating continued growth.
Case Study: Navan's Transformative Exit
Navan (formerly TripActions) revolutionized corporate travel management with AI-powered solutions. Their exit delivered exceptional returns to early investors.
$9.2 Billion Valuation
Reached in their 2022 funding round
$400 Million
Total venture capital raised prior to exit
12x Return
Multiple achieved for Series A investors
$12 Billion Exit
Acquired by Enterprise Holdings in 2023
The company's innovative platform disrupted legacy travel management systems by combining expense tracking with streamlined booking.
The landmark acquisition represented one of the largest exits for an Israeli-founded travel technology company, creating substantial wealth for founders and early investors.
Navan demonstrates how Israeli-founded startups can achieve global scale in enterprise SaaS markets.