While some companies are managing to maintain regular operations, others are focusing on the safety and well-being of their employees. Companies are providing flexibility and support to those mobilized to the reserve forces and ensuring mental and emotional support for all employees. The global AI community has shown solidarity and support, with many global companies with local R&D centers in Israel providing resources.
Key takeaways:
- AI startups in Israel are trying to maintain regular business operations despite the recent violent attacks by Hamas, while also supporting employees who are being called to the front lines.
- Many AI researchers and data scientists are working on projects to meet the needs of the war, including building tools to fight disinformation and locate kidnapped individuals.
- Despite the conflict, the tech sector in Israel continues to grow, with AI startups providing some of the country's biggest business success stories. The number of Israeli generative AI startups has doubled over the past five months.
- Companies are focusing on the safety and well-being of their employees, providing flexibility and support for those who have been mobilized to the reserve forces. The global AI community has also shown tremendous support for their Israeli counterparts.