Despite two years of ongoing national emergency, including a direct confrontation with Iran, Israeli high-tech demonstrates remarkable resilience, with strong investment figures, a rise in deal volume, and renewed IPO activity. Adv. Tal Freilich's article focuses on the strength of Israel’s tech ecosystem, with a look at prominent sectors such as cyber and AI and the return of mega-deals.
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Representing Artivion in USD 375 Million Acquisition
We represent Artivion, Inc., a publicly traded US medical device company (NYSE: AORT) focused on cardiac and vascular surgery products. The company engaged us to advise on its acquisition of the Israeli company Endospan. Adv. Micky Barnea, Adv. Misha Gitterman, and Adv. Tal Freilich Hay led the representation.
Mechanisms for Determining the Final Purchase Price in M&A Transactions: Lockbox or Working Capital Adjustment?
One of the key decisions when structuring a M&A transaction is the optimal mechanism for determining the final purchase price. It is one of the primary tools for balancing risk between the parties and ensuring the transaction’s success. The two most common and widely accepted methods in M&A transactions are the lockbox mechanism and the working capital adjustment mechanism.
Barnea: Representing Syremis in USD 165 Million Investment Round
Adv. Michael Barnea, Adv. Misha Gitterman, and Adv. Tal Freilich represented Syremis Therapeutics, a spin-off of Clexio Biosciences, in the completion of a USD 165 million Series A financing round co-led by Dexcel Pharma and Third Rock Ventures, with participation from Bain Capital Life Sciences, Google Ventures, and QVT.
Resilience Amid Crisis: Israeli High-Tech Continues to Thrive
When the Cannons Roar - Israeli High-Tech Soars
The Israeli economy in general, and its high-tech industry in particular, have been demonstrating amazing levels of resilience, innovation, and daring during Israel’s prolonged war against Hamas and its June 2025 war against Iran, astounding global markets. Notwithstanding the threats from various fronts, Israeli companies, which have become adept at maintaining “wartime routine”, are reporting increases in investments, growing interest in Israeli technologies, and burgeoning prosperity in the civil and defense innovation sectors.
Barnea: Representing Azrieli Group in ILS 855 Million Acquisition
Our firm represented Azrieli Group in its acquisition of a 67% controlling stake in Zemach Hammerman, a complex transaction valued at approximately ILS 855 million. The deal was executed through a reverse triangular merger. Azrieli Group was advised by Adv. Micky Barnea, Adv. Misha Gitterman, and Adv. Tal Freilich, with additional support from our Real Estate, Employment, and Capital Markets Departments.
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Representing Viola Group in ILS 28 Million Transaction
We represented Viola Group, a leading Israeli technology investment group, in an ILS 28 million transaction in which it sold its holdings in Gaan Holdings, a prominent Israeli company operating through subsidiaries in retail, logistics, and financial services. Adv. Michael Barnea, the firm’s managing partner, together with Adv. Misha Gitterman and Adv. Tal Freilich Hai, led the transaction to closing.
Rights of ADS Holders in Israeli Companies Traded on Nasdaq
As part of proceedings brought by activist shareholders of Nano Dimension, the District Court ruled that ADS (American Depository Share) holders should be treated as shareholders of the company. The significance of this ruling in Israel: boards of directors will be precluded from relying on ADSs to try and block activist shareholders’ campaigns.
Entrepreneurship: Adv. Tal Freilich Hay Lectured at Tel Aviv University's Entrepreneurship Center
Adv. Tal Freilich Hay spoke to participants of Tel Aviv University's "Yazamiyot - Female Entrepreneurs on Campus" program about core legal concepts in the world of entrepreneurship and startups.
Representing One Peak in USD 100 Million Financing Round
Adv. Simon Jaffa, Adv. Yuval Lazi, Adv. Mayer Winkler, Adv. Tal Freilich, Adv. Nofar Rose David, and Adv. Dana Ben Yehuda represented UK-based investment management firm One Peak Partners in its investment in Coro, an Israeli cybersecurity startup.
Barnea Represents GameChain in USD 24 Million A Round
We represented the Israeli crypto and NFT startup GameChain (UnCaged Studio) in raising USD 24 million as part of a series A round. The round was led by Griffin Gaming Partners and was joined by Vgames, Maverick Ventures Israel, MaxStealth, Drive by DraftKings, and 6th Man Ventures. Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss and Adv. Tal Freilich provided representation in the transaction.
Barnea Represents Cibus Fund in Biotech Company Investment
Barnea represented Cibus Fund in an investment in Phytolon, a biotech company that develops fermentation-based natural food colors.
Barnea Represents Azrieli in Data Center Acquisition
We represented Azrieli Group in the acquisition of a London data center operator for GBP 52 million. The acquisition is part of Azrieli's expansion in the data center sector. Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss, Adv. Mayer Winkler, and Adv. Tal Freilich provided representation in the transaction.
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Everything Beginner Entrepreneurs Need to Know: Tal Freilich Hay Lectures at Aspire Pre-Accelerator
Aspire is a program of Azrieli College, intended for women entrepreneurs making their first steps in the business world. Adv. Tal Freilich Hay lectured to program participants on founders’ agreements.
Warburg Pincus Leads Funding Round in Israeli Digital Health Startup MDClone
We represented the global private equity firm Warburg Pincus in its investment in MDClone, an Israeli healthcare data analysis company. Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss and Adv. Tal Freilich advised on the transaction.
Barnea Represents Reef Technology in Acquisition of Israeli Startup Bond
We advised Reef Technology, a leading US operator of mobility and logistics hubs and neighborhood kitchens, on its acquisition of Bond, an Israeli logistics startup originally founded as Shookit, a direct-to-consumer grocery delivery company that delivered fresh produce to customers across the city within hours. The transaction was led by Adv. Michael Barnea, Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss, and Adv. Tal Freilich. Adv. Netta Bromberg advised on employment matters, while Adv. Harel Perlmutter and Adv. Hanna Daher advised on tax matters. Adv. Anat Even-Chen advised on data privacy, cybersecurity, and other regulatory matters.
Basic Concepts in the World of Entrepreneurship
Adv. Tal Freilich lectured as part of a program for novice female entrepreneurs at the Tel Aviv University Entrepreneurship Center, which aims to provide a set of tools to female entrepreneurs at the beginning of their careers. Tal discussed the most important basic concepts in the world of entrepreneurship.