Barnea Blog

2019: The Rise of Femtech

April 29, 2019 / by Ariella Dreyfuss

In the past three years, an estimated $1 billion has been invested in women’s health technology, and according to Pitchbook, femtech raised $650 million in VC funding last year alone and $241 million so far this year. Still since just around 6% of all decision-makers at U.S. venture capital firms being female, it is not surprising that it is difficult to secure funding for women’s issues.

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Categories: High Tech | Start- Ups

Saving Israel’s National Outline Plan 38 for Urban Renewal

April 1, 2019 / by Alon Wolner

The housing shortage in Israel and the issue of urban renewal are constantly on the public agenda. This past year, there have been many discussions about the actions that must be taken to initiate and carry out urban renewal projects.

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Categories: Real Estate

Crowdfunding – The New World of Investments in Israel and in the United States

March 21, 2019 / by Zvi Gabbay , Hagit Ross

The crowdfunding model enables the general public investment opportunities that were previously reserved only for sophisticated or institutional investors. In this article we examine the Israeli and American models and why the Israeli legislators should find ways to make the crowdfunding channel more attractive, for both investors and companies seeking funding.

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Categories: Capital Markets | Corporate

Eight Basic Terms Relating to Antitrust and Competition

March 13, 2019 / by Sagi Gross

When reaching business decisions, nearly every manager must consider issues relating to restrictive trade practices. Click to read basic terms that every business should know about the antitrust law.

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Categories: Corporate | Regulation

Key Principles for Writing an Effective Website Privacy Policy

February 25, 2019 / by Barnea

In order for a privacy policy to give you the legal protection you need, it should be written effectively. Here are a few key principles to keep in mind when writing a privacy policy for your website.

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Categories: Internet

Tips before Signing a Lease Agreement for an Apartment

February 13, 2019 / by Barnea

Since an apartment lease can contain several pitfalls, here are some important issues you should check in order to ensure you begin your lease on the right foot.

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Categories: Real Estate

Protection of Intellectual Property

February 4, 2019 / by Barnea

Many startups fail to adequately safeguard their most important asset – their intellectual property. Click to read some fundamental steps that tech companies can take in order to protect their products and inventions.

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Categories: High Tech | Start- Ups

About Life and a Little Bit about Death

January 24, 2019 / by Liat Keisary Yahalomi

Inheritance disputes can potentially destroy the fabric of family relations. Naturally, the larger the estate left by the deceased, the more complicated and acrimonious the battle over inheritance.

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Categories: Private Clients

Blockchain Now and Into the Future – What We Can Expect

January 9, 2019 / by Zvi Gabbay

Blockchain has a well-established presence in the ecosystem, with a variety of use cases across a broad range of sectors, including Fintech, advertising, security, telecommunications and others. Here is an overview of the latest developments regarding blockchain regulations in Israel.

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Categories: Blockchain | High Tech | Start- Ups

What You Always Wanted to Know About Fintech Regulation, But Were Afraid to Ask…

December 31, 2018 / by Zvi Gabbay

For Fintech companies looking or hoping to work in Israel, the regulatory developments could either serve as an opportunity or as a barrier, and should be carefully considered. Click to read an overview of the Israeli Fintech regulatory situation.

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Categories: Capital Markets | High Tech | Regulation | Start- Ups