Axis Tel Aviv 2025: Resilience & Innovation

By Talia Reynolds

In spite of the challenges of nearly two years of ongoing conflict, the 12th annual Axis Tel Aviv was a resounding success. Startups, investors, and industry leaders from around the world came together in the spirit of resilience and innovation. All together, we welcomed over 250 attendees from 14 countries at the iconic Peres Center for Peace and Innovation to explore the future of tech across AI, Sustainability, Dual Use, and Industry 4.0.

Panels throughout the day featured leading voices from around the world, sharing insights into the technologies and trends that will define the coming years. Our keynote speakers explored the ethical questions that arise when AI and business intersect, and how AI is transforming the future of health. Between sessions, attendees networked, built new partnerships, and laid the groundwork for future collaboration against the sparkling backdrop of the Mediterranean Sea.

In addition to the 15 startups that presented throughout the day, this year’s event featured a special pitch competition hosted in partnership with Pegasus Tech Ventures. From a pool of 10 cutting-edge startups, Intuition Robotics took the win and will represent Israel at the annual Startup World Cup Grand Finale this fall in San Francisco.

In the days leading up to the conference, we partnered with the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs to host a three-day innovation tour for guests from 12 countries. The group journeyed across Israel, meeting with startups, investors, and ecosystem leaders along the way. For some, it was a chance to experience Israel through a new lens. For others, it was their first visit. All walked away with a deeper appreciation for the grit, ingenuity, and adaptability that fuels Israeli innovation.

Just weeks after wrapping up Axis Tel Aviv 2025, we endured twelve incredibly challenging days of war with the Islamic Republic of Iran, facing missile strikes, rushing to bomb shelters, and mourning civilian casualties. Now that the war has ended, life begins to resume, or at least return to some semblance of normalcy amid nearly two years of ongoing conflict. It is no easy feat, but this is what sets Israel apart: the spirit of resilience, bolstered by community and driven by a remarkable commitment to preserving and pursuing life. That same spirit defines Israeli innovation and was at the heart of Axis Tel Aviv 2025, a testament to both the unyielding drive of our local ecosystem and the strength of our international community. The challenges that followed have only reinforced our commitment to spotlighting that spirit and driving global investment into Israel. We hope to see you next year at Axis Tel Aviv 2026 to continue celebrating innovation, resilience, and a better future for us all.

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