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July 4, 2016
Interview on Nochi Dankner's Conviction for Securities Fraud
We were interviewed by several media outlets following Nochi Dankner's conviction for securities fraud. Dankner, who formerly controlled the IDB Group, was one of the most powerful figures in the Israeli economy. We noted that the verdict and the extensive media coverage surrounding it significantly contribute to the deterrent effect of the Israel Securities Authority and the prosecutor’s office.
June 30, 2016
Israel Tax Authority extends Voluntary Disclosure period
The Israeli Tax Authority (ITA) has announced this morning that the temporary Provision regarding the voluntary disclosure procedure which was supposed to expire today, has been extended until December 31st, 2016.
June 30, 2016
Proposal to Reconsider Israel Securities Authority's Activist Regulatory Model
An article on the proposal to reconsider the Israel Securities Authority's activist regulatory model for public companies, allowing them to enjoy wider business and legal maneuvering room.
June 29, 2016
4 Things Every Startup Entrepreneur Should Know
Forming a start-up begins with a great idea. This may be a product or a better way to do something, and it represents the seed from which your company grows. But planting the seed is just the first step. Moving from creating a company to running it as a CEO requires careful, diligent work in a number of areas. Your transition into leadership will often make the difference between your companys success and failure.
June 28, 2016
The Israel Tax Authority conducted an audit of short term landlords
Adv. Harel Perlmutter, Head of the Tax department at Barnea, was interviewed by Globes following the announcement by the Israel Tax Authority regarding tax audits of short term landlords. Harel explained that these landlords are liable not only for the payment of income tax, but also for the payment of VAT.
June 28, 2016
To Be or Not to Be a Director?
Investors, whether angels, VCs or corporates, typically demand a seat on the board of directors of their target company in return for their investment. For the full article by Ariella Dreyfuss, please click here
June 27, 2016
The Effect of the Brexit Referendum Results on Online Gambling Companies
We were interviewed by Calcalist on the effect of the Brexit referendum results on online gambling companies. We expect that Malta can become an option for gambling companies who require an online gambling license from an EU Member State.
June 26, 2016
Brexit Effect on Real Estate Market in Britain
This interview by Ynet explores the possible economic implications of the Brexit vote on real estate prices. Our expert advises to wait and see how much prices drop before buying or selling property in the country.
June 26, 2016
Opportunities for Israeli Investors in The Wake of The Brexit Referendum Results
Simon Jaffa, Founding Partner at Barnea, was interviewed by Calcalist on the opportunities for Israeli investors, created by falling real estate prices in the UK, in the wake of the Brexit referendum results
June 23, 2016
Fear of extended uncertainty underlies Israeli Brexit concerns
A moment before casting the Brexit votes, Simon Jaffa Founding Partner at Barnea was interview for the Jerusalem Post on the possible implications of the vote on Israeli companies having presence in the U.K.
June 22, 2016
The Startup CEO Roundtable
IBM, Barnea and Marketing Envy will host a Round Table for CEO’s of start-ups which have raised over 1 million USD. As part of the program, Micky Barnea will discuss the challenges to be faced during second round capital raising.
The event will take place at Barnea’s offices.
June 20, 2016
Interview with Simon Jaffa regarding “Brexit” vote in Britain
Simon Jaffa, Founding Partner, was interviewed by i24, the Israeli online news channel, on possible implications for Israel of the impending “Brexit” vote in Britain. (Simon's interview commences at minute 16 of the link)
June 19, 2016
New Tax Ruling on the Subject of Holdbacks
The Israel Tax Authority published a tax ruling given by it recently that sheds light on the existing ambiguity when classifying proceeds from a sale of shares of a company
June 19, 2016
Antitrust – New Amendments to Nine Block Exemptions
The Antitrust Commissioner intends to renew the validity and to amend nine block exemptions.
June 16, 2016
Israel: A Clean Tech Nation
Our world today looks very different from what we knew even twenty years ago. Climate change has emerged as a concern across the globe. With this, though, new opportunities have risen for investors and entrepreneurs in the area of clean and renewable energy. Israel has embraced this more than any other country by fostering growth and embracing policies to encourage and develop new small business in this area. More and more, Israel has stepped forward as the worlds leading clean tech nation.
June 16, 2016
Further Concessions to Public Companies
A number of legislative amendments relating to the capital market have been promulgated recently, including
June 14, 2016
Microsoft is buying LinkedIn for $26.2 billion
Microsoft announced a $26.2 billion deal on Monday to acquire professional social platform LinkedIn, for $196 per share. Following this transaction, our Head of the Internet department at Barnea, who represents and advises Internet companies involved in mergers and acquisitions, was interviewed by Galatz radio on ”Good morning Israel” and by Israel Hayom newspaper regarding the transaction.
June 9, 2016
Raising Funds and Selling Your Start-Up: Be Prepared
From day one most Israeli entrepreneurs are already looking for their exit. Unfortunately they are not always prepared and preparation is the key.
June 9, 2016
Being on the safe side
TheMarker business monthly magazine for June, dealt with wealth and disclosed ”the secrets of 500 richest people in Israel”.
As an expert in the area of family wealth, Micky Barnea was interviewed on how to transfer your wealth to the 2nd generation in the best way.
June 1, 2016
Property Contractors may be breaching Privacy Laws
Purchasers of Apartments in Afula were surprised to receive a call from a mortgage advisory company, despite not having given the contractor prior consent to transfer their data to such company. The Ministry of Construction and Housing commented on this issue that "if necessary, we will sharpen the guidelines’’
The Privacy Protection Act regulates the use of personal information databases and providing this information to third parties without the individual's consent is illegal.