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December 5, 2021
Barnea Represents Mashov in Sale Transaction
Our firm represented Mashov, the developer of a school management app, in its sale to the Israeli company Priority. About one million parents and school students use the app on a daily basis to communicate with pedagogical teams. Mashov is a profitable company that employs 25 people.
November 25, 2021
Barnea Represents Mouro Capital in Investment in Vesttoo
We represented Mouro Capital in its USD 8 million equity investment in the Israeli tech insurance startup Vesttoo, as part of its role as the lead investor in the company's USD 16 million Series B round. Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss represented Mouro Capital in the deal.
November 18, 2021
Barnea Represents NickNack in Sale to Papaya Global
Adv. Yuval Lazi, Adv. Itay Gura, and Adv. Inbar Katzir represented the Israeli startup NickNack in its sale to Papaya Global Ltd., a private Israeli company that provides payroll and human resource management computing services to multinational corporations. NickNack is developing a platform that fosters team engagement and togetherness for organizations working remotely.
November 11, 2021
Barnea Represents Inomize in Transaction with Facebook (Meta)
We advised Inomize, an Israeli developer and manufacturer of electronic components, on its acquisition by Facebook through the transfer of Inomize's employees' know-how and expertise. Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss led the transaction, with Adv. Netta Bromberg and Adv. Jacki Silbermann advising on employment matters.
November 10, 2021
Barnea Represents Sephira in Sale of Shares to DL Software Group
Barnea represented Sephira, a French-Israeli group of companies and a leading provider of software solutions for healthcare professionals, in the sale of its holdings to DL Software Group, recently acquired by the US private equity fund TA Associates. The transaction was led by Adv. Samuel Henry Samuel and Adv. Avihay Asulin. Adv. Netta Bromberg advised on all employment law matters, while Adv. Harel Perlmutter and Adv. Nir Ziman advised on all tax matters.
October 7, 2021
Barnea Represents GAP Inc. in Acquisition of Israeli Startup
Our firm advised fashion retail giant Gap on its first significant acquisition of an Israeli technology startup. As part of the transaction, CB4's team will join Gap as full-time employees. Adv. Simon Jaffa and Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss represented the US clothing and accessories retailer, while Adv. Netta Bromberg and Adv. Jacki Silbermann advised on the employment matters arising from the transaction.
October 10, 2021
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.
September 23, 2021
Barnea Represents RSBG in USD 140 Million Sale of Shares to LG
Barnea represented RSBG Ventures GmbH in the USD 140 million sale of its shares in the Israeli cybersecurity company Cybellum Technologies Ltd., as part an acquisition of a majority stake (65%) in the company by LG Electronics Inc. Adv. Simon Jaffa and Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss led RSBG’s role in the transaction.
July 21, 2021
Barnea Represents Azrieli Group in ILS 2.8 Billion Acquisition of Norwegian Data Center Company
Our firm represented Azrieli Group, the largest income-producing real estate company in Israel, in a share purchase transaction of Green Mountain for ILS 2.8 billion. The company operates three server farms in Norway and holds contracts with a total volume of 24 megawatts.
June 24, 2021
Barnea Represents Danel Group in Investment in Medical Technology Company
Adv. Micky Barnea and Adv. Itay Gura represented Danel, a human resources, nursing, and medical services company, in its USD 22 million acquisition of 22% of Aviv Scientific, a leader in improving brain performance and treating the aging process.
May 27, 2021
Barnea Represents Nofar Energy in Negotiations to Acquire Rights in Blue Sky Group
Adv. Samuel Henri Samuel represented Nofar Energy in negotiations to acquire 67% of the capital of Blue Sky Group, a group of companies engaged in the development and construction of solar energy projects in the United States. The deal is valued at approximately USD 91 million.
May 23, 2021
Barnea Represents Migdal in Investment in Sunbit
Sunbit, a fintech company, has developed an AI-based technology that enables personalized payment options. It recently raised USD 130 million in a Series D financing round led by Group 11, Zeev Ventures, and Migdal Insurance. Adv. Micky Barnea and Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss represented Migdal in the transaction.
April 8, 2021
TipRanks Completes USD 77 Million Funding Round
Israel-based fintech company TipRanks announced today the completion of a USD 77 million funding round led by Prytek and Mor Investment House. Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss represented TipRanks in the round. TipRanks currently has 60 employees located mostly in Tel Aviv. With the new investment, the company plans to double its workforce and open offices in New York.
April 13, 2021
Barnea Represents Gnrgy in Sale to O.P.C. Energy
Adv. Yuval Lazi and Adv. Mayer Winkler represented Gnrgy, an electric vehicle charging company, in its ILS 67 million sale to O.P.C. Energy, a public company part of the Idan Ofer Group. We advised on all aspects of the transaction, including antitrust issues.
January 21, 2021
Dentsply Sirona Acquires Datum Dentel Ltd.
We represented Datum BioTech Ltd and its non-wholly owned subsidiary, Datum Dental Ltd, an Israeli company that develops medical devices for the mouth and jaw, in its sale to American company Dentsply Sirona. Adv. Micky Barnea and Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss advised the client throughout the deal.
November 17, 2020
Barnea Represents Menora Mivtachim in USD 30 Million Investment in Jio
Jio, India’s largest telecommunications company, recently completed a major funding round with investments from leading multinational corporations, including Google and Facebook. Israeli insurance company Menora Mivtachim invested approximately USD 30 million in the round. Adv. Roy Engel represented Menora Mivtachim in the transaction.
November 1, 2020
Barnea Represents Danel in Acquisition of Manor Medical
Our firm represented Danel in its acquisition of a 51% stake in Manor Medical, an egg donation and surrogacy company, in a transaction valued at up to ILS 140 million. Adv. Micky Barnea and Adv. Ilan Blumenfeld led the representation.
June 22, 2020
Barnea Represents Cyberx Shareholder in Microsoft Acquisition
We represented Inven Capital, a Czech-based VC fund and a shareholder in Cyberx Israel, an Israeli IoT ICS cybersecurity startup, in Cyberx's sale to Microsoft for USD 165 million. CyberX has gained tremendous customer growth, with a number of leading companies using its IoT security platform to protect their web facilities. Cyberx has raised about USD 48 million since its inception in 2013. This is Microsoft’s eighth acquisition in Israel in the last decade.
July 18, 2019
Barnea Represents Azrieli Group in Equity Investment in Compass Datacenters LLC.
Our firm is representing Azrieli Group in its equity investment in Compass Datacenters LLC., a company engaged in the commercialization of hyperscale data centers in North America. This acquisition is part of Azrieli Group's overall expansion into real estate in the international arena.
June 18, 2019
Barnea Represents Axcel in Acquisition of Phase One
Our firm represented Axcel in the acquisition of Phase One from Silverfleet Capital. Axcel is a leading Nordic private equity firm focusing on mid-market companies, with a broad base of both Nordic and international investors.