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November 17, 2025
Tech companies in the AI space: A New Legal Reality in AI and Copyrights
A German court’s precedent-setting ruling requires that companies seeking to use protected content, including song lyrics or any other copyrighted work, for training AI models obtain a license in advance.
The ruling establishes a new legal reality with far-reaching implications for tech companies in Israel and worldwide. It significantly increases direct legal responsibility, raises exposure to copyright risks, and requires companies to take proactive measures immediately. Dr. Avishay Klein and Dr. Ran Karmi analyze the ruling and its implications in an op-ed for Calcalist.
October 29, 2025
Investor Event at Barnea in Collaboration with WeCcelerate & Firefly
Barnea Jaffa Lande hosted an investor event in collaboration with WeCcelerate and Firefly. The event featured presentations of innovative ventures across various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, mental health, advanced technologies, and digital innovation. During the event, Adv. Harel Perlmutter, head of the firm’s Tax Department, delivered a lecture on tax due diligence in investment and acquisition transactions, addressing key considerations relevant to investors and entrepreneurs.
October 18, 2025
Adv. Gal Livshits in Globes: AI and Copyright – Redefining Legal Boundaries
As artificial intelligence continues to advance faster than regulation, courts are striving to keep pace. In the United States, major lawsuits against leading AI companies are reshaping the boundaries of law and creativity in the AI era. Adv. Gal Livshits from our firm was interviewed by Globes regarding AI model training and fair use, as well as the legal implications of collecting and reproducing copyrighted works without authorization through artificial intelligence.
September 29, 2025
Representing Henkel in a Strategic Investment
Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss, a partner in the firm's International Commercial Department, along with Adv. Dean Weinberg, represented Henkel in its strategic investment in the Israeli predictive maintenance startup Feelit Technologies.
September 29, 2025
Colorado-Israel Ecosystem Networking Evening in Tel Aviv
Our firm is hosting a unique gathering in collaboration with the Colorado-Israel Chamber of Commerce (COIL). The event will bring together Israeli and American founders, investors, corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem partners exploring opportunities with Colorado's thriving innovation scene. The program will include an overview of upcoming delegations, US market entry programs, and innovative pilots.
September 17, 2025
Barnea: Representing ARM in an Investment Round in proteanTecs
The startup proteanTecs has completed a funding round, securing investment from some of the most prominent players in the semiconductor industry. Our firm, through Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss and Adv. Tamar Greenstein, advised Arm, alongside White Case, in this round. Other participants included Samsung Catalyst Fund and Siemens.
September 14, 2025
Key Takeaways Not to Miss in an M&A Deal: Adv. Itay Gura on “Executive Summary” Podcast
Adv. Itay Gura, a partner from our Corporate Department, appeared on the “Executive Summary” podcast alongside Lior Atias, Managing Partner at Spire. In an in-depth conversation, they explore the behind-the-scenes of MA transactions, from the early legal stages, through deal structure and valuation, to negotiation strategies.
September 7, 2025
Our New Podcast Is Now Live on Spotify – Barnea on Business!
We are excited to launch our new podcast, where we translate complex legal issues into practical tools you can apply in the real world. In each episode, our firm’s partners analyze current and key topics in the business world, including corporate law, MA, regulation and ESG, labor law, real estate, taxation, capital markets, and more, demonstrate how to put legal tools into action. This podcast is designed for anyone operating at the intersection of law and business and seeking hands-on knowledge and practical insights.
September 1, 2025
Dr. Avishay Klein on Channel 10: Former MK Threatens to Sue Artificial Intelligence
Following former Knesset Member Oren Hazan’s threat to sue Grok, X and Elon Musk’s AI platform, as though it were a real person, questions have arisen regarding the possibility of suing companies that develop AI systems, as well as broader intellectual property implications in the age of artificial intelligence. Dr. Avishay Klein, head of the firm's Privacy, Cyber and AI Department, was interviewed on the Channel 10 program “The Next Big Thing” with Danny Roup.
August 13, 2025
Adv. Inbar Gorelick in Calcalist: Opportunities and Challenges in Israel’s Trauma-Tech Sector
Adv. Inbar Gorelick, a partner in our firm, explains in an interview with Calcalist the economic and technological potential of the trauma-tech sector in Israel. This potential has emerged in recent years as the country, by necessity, has become a “state in trauma,” developing world-leading expertise in trauma and mental health treatment. Gorelick also highlights the sector’s main challenges: public stigma, limited funding, and the risks associated with using AI without professional oversight.
August 3, 2025
DDoS Community x Barnea: A Professional Event Bridging AI, Innovation, and Law
Adv. Harel Perlmutter, a partner and head of the firm's Tax Department, spoke at an event held in collaboration with the DDoS community, a network connecting members of the ultra-Orthodox community with the high-tech industry. His lecture focused on practical insights for tech employees regarding compensation, equity, options, and their related tax implications. The event also featured two technology-focused talks by community experts on AI and innovation.
July 24, 2025
Calcalist Op-Ed: Board Requirements for Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence
Adv. Omri Oren, a partner in our Capital Markets Department, emphasizes in his article in Calcalist the importance of integrating artificial intelligence within a board’s responsibilities. He calls for embedding AI into the organizational strategy, decision-making processes, and managerial oversight, with a focus on transparent policies, responsible use, and a deep understanding of opportunities and risks, aimed at fostering safe and effective organizational growth.
July 24, 2025
Dr. Avishay Klein Joins Ministry of Innovation's National AI Preparedness Expert Forum
Dr. Avishay Klein, a partner and head of the firm's Privacy, Cyber, and AI Department, has joined the National AI Preparedness Expert Forum. Formed by the Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology, the forum’s mission is to develop a national strategy for the safe, responsible, and innovative use of AI, including smart regulation, fostering collaborations, and building a leading AI ecosystem in Israel.
July 24, 2025
Resilience Amid Crisis: Israeli High-Tech Continues to Thrive
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.
July 22, 2025
Dr. Avishay Klein on Channel 10: AI, Law, and Academia
Dr. Avishay Klein, a partner and head of the firm's Privacy, Cyber and AI Department, was interviewed by Channel 10, Israel’s business news channel, on the growing impact of artificial intelligence in the legal world. The discussion covered real-world legal cases, copyright and AI, industry regulation, and academic enforcement challenges.
July 3, 2025
Mergers and Acquisitions – A Professional Lecture for CFOs by MAI
Adv. Ilan Blumenfeld, a partner and head of the Israeli commercial practice in the firm's Corporate Department, delivered the lecture “The Legal Aspects of Mergers and Acquisitions: Preparing a Company for Sale and/or Merger” as part of the CFO training program organized by the Manufacturers Association of Israel (MAI).
June 30, 2025
A Practical Webinar: Revising the Compensation Policy
We are holding a practical and focused webinar with GCs for GCs, led by Adv. Hagit Ross and Adv. Omri Oren, partners in the firm's Capital Markets Department. The session will provide clear guidelines for building an effective compensation policy, including best practices for structure, mandatory components, and key considerations from regulatory, legal, and market perspectives that should inform the decision-making process. We will also take a close look at the special grant: when it is appropriate to include one, the rationale and circumstances for doing so, and how to best integrate it into the overall compensation framework, with a particular focus on the Israel Securities Authority’s current position and applicable legal requirements.
June 1, 2025
Entrepreneurship on Campus: Professional Lectures for Graduate Students at Tel Aviv University
Adv. Inbar Gorelik, a partner at our firm, gave a lecture as part of the "Entrepreneurship on Campus" program at Tel Aviv University, speaking to female graduate students about key topics in commercial law. Her lecture covered a wide range of subjects, including founders' agreements, company capital structure, various types of fundraising, and the commercial aspects of intellectual property.
May 8, 2025
Israel’s Privacy Authority Sets Strict AI Rules
In a recent op-ed in Israel Hayom, Dr. Avishay Klein from our firm comments on the draft guidelines issued by Israel’s Privacy Protection Authority to regulate the use of AI in organizations. The guidelines, set to take effect with Amendment 13 to the Privacy Protection Law in August 2025, introduce strict requirements, including a ban on using personal data without prior consent and heavy penalties for violations. While establishing clear AI standards is a positive step, the one-sided emphasis on privacy—without addressing technological complexity and business needs—may create significant challenges. Organizations are urged to begin managing technological and regulatory risks in tandem.
April 28, 2025
Barnea: Advising Mekorot on Patent Commercialization and Management
Our firm was selected through a tender process to advise Mekorot, Israel’s national water company, on the commercialization and management of its patent portfolio. Adv. Ken Shaked, a partner in our Commercial Department specializing in technology commercialization agreements, will lead the consulting engagement with Mekorot.