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May 15, 2026
Hagag Europe Successfully Completes Bond Offering Raising ILS 175 Million
Hagag Europe successfully completed the institutional stage of its Series F bond offering, raising approximately ILS 175 million after receiving demand exceeding twice the planned offering amount. The strong investor demand reflects market confidence in the company’s operations and its continued growth strategy across Europe. Adv. Elad Reshtick, Adv. Raz Landau, and Adv. Ofri Shor from our firm advised the company throughout the offering process.
May 14, 2026
Proposed Changes to the EU AI Act – Practical Implications for Israeli Companies
The European Parliament has announced that agreement has been reached on the Digital Omnibus proposal for changes in the EU AI Act. Although still subject to completion of the formal legislative process, these changes represent a significant regulatory development and provide greater clarity as to the direction of EU AI legislation.
May 14, 2026
Lecture: “Legal Opportunities and Risks in Artificial Intelligence” – Law and High-Tech Club
Adv. Masha Yudashkin, from the firm's Privacy, Cyber, and Artificial Intelligence Department, delivered a lecture at the third meeting of the Law and High-Tech Club at the Faculty of Law of Bar-Ilan University, titled “Legal Opportunities and Risks in Artificial Intelligence.” The lecture addressed the key legal and technological challenges in the field, including the need for regulation, the development of corporate governance and risk management mechanisms, and the balance between innovation and data security in both the private and public sectors.
May 12, 2026
Globes: Returning from In-House Roles to Law Firms
Adv. Efrat Cohen, a senior partner at our firm, was interviewed by Globes about the growing movement between law firms and in-house legal roles, and the return to private practice. She discussed her own transition back to private practice following senior positions in the business sector, including serving as Head of Regulation in the Legal Division of Bank Leumi. According to Efrat, working within a corporate environment provided her with a broader understanding of decision-making processes, risk management, and clients’ practical business needs.
May 11, 2026
Bizportal: The Impact of Judicial Delays on Business Operations
Adv. Gal Livshits, a partner in the firm's Litigation Department, was interviewed about how prolonged court proceedings affect the operations of businesses and companies. According to Gal, court congestion, a shortage of judges, and the complexity of commercial cases contribute to significant delays in proceedings, which in turn reduce legal certainty and affect day-to-day business operations.
May 10, 2026
New Israeli Court Ruling: Companies with Accumulated Losses May Recognize Distributable Profits
An Israeli district court ruled, for the first time, that distributable profits may be recognized even when a company has a balance of accumulated losses, provided that the profits accumulated during the holding period actually contributed to reducing the accumulated loss, even if the company ultimately had no surpluses.
May 7, 2026
Globes: The Slice Affair Continues to Raise Regulatory Questions in the Capital Market
In an interview with Globes regarding developments in the Slice case, we addressed issues relating to the scope of regulatory enforcement, the responsibility of controlling shareholders, and available enforcement tools. At the center of the case is the enforceability of a ILS 71 million capital injection into a pension fund company to cover a deficit and restore capital adequacy, following the court's acceptance of the regulator’s position. Additional enforcement options are also being considered, including civil proceedings, administrative fines, and other regulatory actions.
May 7, 2026
ISA Publishes Directive Regulating One-Off Advisory Services and Alternative Assets
At the end of April 2026, the Israel Securities Authority (ISA) published a new draft directive regulating the activities of licensed investment advisors and marketers when providing one-off services and services in relation to alternative assets. The purpose of the directive is to reduce information asymmetries and mitigate potential conflicts of interest identified during ISA audits that, in some instances, even resulted in enforcement proceedings.
May 5, 2026
Globes: Southern Israel Also Leads in Industrial and Logistics Construction
Southern Israel, which has led in residential construction growth in recent years, also recorded the highest number of housing starts in industrial and logistics uses this year—likely for the first time. Adv. Terry Almozlino Arnon, a partner and head of the firm's Real Estate Department, was interviewed by Globes about this trend and her experience advising developers in southern Israel. According to Terry, the expanded activity in the region stems from a combination of efficient local authorities, a strong understanding of developers’ needs, and relatively lower costs compared to central Israel.
May 4, 2026
Globes: The New Generation of Legal Interns
As part of internship interview week, Adv. Ilan Blumenfeld, a partner at our firm and head of the Interns Forum, was interviewed by Globes about the new generation of interns and the impact of artificial intelligence on the legal profession. Ilan noted that in an era where AI tools are an integral part of daily work, real value lies in legal and strategic thinking, including the ability to conduct in-depth analysis, ask the right questions, and apply critical judgment.
May 1, 2026
Lexology Global Guide: M&A of Public Companies in Israel
The Lexology Global Guide on MA of Public Companies has been released, providing an updated and focused overview of the regulatory framework, market practices, and key trends in the field. The Israel chapter of the guide was authored by Adv. Michael Barnea and Adv. Misha Gitterman from our firm. It offers a review of the legal and regulatory framework applicable to mergers and acquisitions involving public companies in Israel.
April 30, 2026
The Legal Dimensions of Artificial Intelligence: A Business Guide
Dr. Avishay Klein, a partner and head of our firm's Privacy, Cyber and AI Department, appeared on the Simply AI podcast, where he was interviewed about the challenges and opportunities of using artificial intelligence in the business world that every organization should understand. The discussion addressed key legal risks and exposures for businesses, the most prominent use cases that require heightened caution, and common mistakes companies make when adopting AI technologies. The episode also explored the reasons behind the delay in AI regulation in Israel and its implications for the market, as well as legal questions relating to liability, oversight, enforcement, and intellectual property rights. In addition, Avishay provided practical insights for organizations on how to safely, effectively, and responsibly implement artificial intelligence in practice. The episode was produced by the Simply AI podcast, with the kind support of Benny Peretz.
April 30, 2026
Israel Medical Association’s New Ethics Rules for the Use of AI in Medicine – Implications for Healthtech Companies
On April 15, 2026, the Israel Medical Association’s Ethics Department published a position paper outlining guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence in the healthcare system. Although the position paper addresses physicians and medical institutions, in practice, it has significant implications for healthtech and medtech companies. Since medical institutions will be required to align their activities with these principles, it is reasonable to assume this will directly impact their demands on technology providers.
April 20, 2026
New Israeli Draft Bill Seeks to Expand Control of Dual-Use Exports and Strengthen Regulatory Enforcement over Israeli Companies
In March 2026, the Ministry of Economy and Industry published a draft bill to replace the current dual-use export control orders with comprehensive primary legislation. The proposed law aims to broaden regulatory oversight and establish a more effective, modern framework for controlling exports of civilian, nuclear, biological, and chemical items.
April 19, 2026
Data Centers on the Fast Track: National Opportunity with Regulatory Challenges
Adv. Hagit Ben Moshe, a partner and head of our firm's Kibbutz Sector and Energy Department, was interviewed by Nadlan Center regarding a legislative proposal to classify data centers of 50MW or more as national infrastructure. This proposal could enable accelerated approvals through the National Infrastructure Committee's fast-track process. She noted that while the reform presents a significant opportunity to shorten project timelines, it is also accompanied by regulatory bottlenecks and implementation challenges requiring coordination among the relevant authorities.
April 15, 2026
Transfer of Personal Data Abroad: Israeli PPA Sharpens Requirements for Organizations
The Israeli Privacy Protection Authority (PPA) has published a position paper clarifying its interpretation of Regulation 2(4) regarding the transfer of personal data abroad. In this context, it emphasizes the requirements applicable to organizations transferring data outside of Israel, including to the United States.
April 15, 2026
ISC2 Ireland Chapter Webinar: Privacy, Corporate Governance, and Generative Artificial Intelligence
Adv. Masha Yudshkin, from the Privacy, Cyber, and Artificial Intelligence Department at our firm, participated in an ISC2 Ireland Chapter webinar titled “From GDPR to Generative AI: Are Privacy and Governance Frameworks Keeping Pace?”, which focused on the intersection of privacy law, corporate governance, and generative artificial intelligence. The panel discussed the challenges facing existing regulatory frameworks and compliance mechanisms in light of the pace of innovation, including the need to adapt governance models, risk management practices, and the practical implementation of regulatory requirements to a rapidly evolving technological reality.
April 14, 2026
Canceling a Real Estate Transaction Due to the War
Adv. Maya Carmi Lubartovski, a partner and head of our firm's real estate taxation practice, addresses in an article for Magdilim the implications of canceling or modifying real estate transactions during the war. She discusses the distinction between a genuine cancellation and a new transaction, eligibility for a tax refund, the risk of reclassification as a resale, and the criteria applied by the Israel Tax Authority.
April 13, 2026
Bizportal Interview | Relocation & National Insurance: What to Know
Adv. Amos Rosenzweig, former Chief Legal Counsel of Israel’s National Insurance Institute, addresses the implications of relocation on residency status vis-à-vis the National Insurance Institute. He discusses the proper management of residency, preservation of rights, avoidance of double payments, and common pitfalls.
April 12, 2026
Where Is Competition Law in Israel Headed?
Adv. Gal Rozent, head of our Antitrust and Competition Department, was interviewed on the “Game Rules” program on Israel’s economic channel about recent trends in Israeli competition law. He discussed the approval of the Gad Dairies–Wyler Farm merger, increased enforcement against parallel import restrictions in the two-wheeler sector and its implications, the role of parallel imports in promoting competition, the Israel Competition Authority’s opposition to emergency turbine procurement by the Israel Electric Corporation, and the interaction between administrative enforcement and class actions. Gal also addressed global trends, including the tension between regulation and innovation in the tech sector.