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December 14, 2025
Israel Securities Authority Regulates Online Advertising: Mutual Funds, Likes, Influencers, and Everything in Between
The Israel Securities Authority published a new staff position recently on the regulation of advertising in digital space (including on social networks), focusing on advertising relating to mutual funds. The staff position seeks to bridge the gap between the law and the dynamic reality in today’s digital age, and focuses on regulating ongoing online activities and activities with external parties.
December 9, 2025
Legal Obligations for Recipients of Israel Innovation Authority Grants
Securing a grant from the Israel Innovation Authority (IIA) is a major vote of confidence and a critical financial boost for any RD company. However, the funding comes with a complex set of legal, regulatory, and financial obligations that startup founders must rigorously adhere to. Failure to comply can result in grant revocation, financial penalties, or the required repayment of funds. In this update, you will find a comprehensive overview of the principal duties and restrictions imposed on IIA grant recipients.
November 27, 2025
How to Spot Sophisticated Online Fraud in the Age of AI
Dr. Avishay Klein, a partner and head of our firm's Privacy, Cyber AI Department, shared with Israel Hayom some key points on the latest online fraud tactics and how to detect them. With the recent surge in online scams and AI tools capable of mimicking brands and generating nearly flawless human-like language, these schemes have become more sophisticated than ever.
November 23, 2025
Dr. Zvi Gabbay Lectured at 2025 Annual Compliance Conference
Dr. Zvi Gabbay, head of the firm's Regulation Department, was invited to speak at the 2025 Annual Compliance Community Conference, organized by the BDO Finance Academy and MITGATE Compliance Risk Management. Zvi shared insights and current global standards in compliance and financial enforcement.
November 20, 2025
Anti-Dumping Levy on Aluminum Profiles from China: Will Israeli Real Estate Prices Continue to Rise?
On October 19, 2025, the Competition Commissioner published her detailed position regarding the proposed anti-dumping levy on imports of aluminum profiles from China. This position expresses strong opposition to the recommendations of the Commissioner of Trade Levies to impose high anti-dumping levies on aluminum imports from China.
November 20, 2025
New Israeli Regulatory Requirement: Proactive Reporting of Suspicious Use of GenAI
The Israeli Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prohibition Authority (IMPA) published a document recently to raise awareness of the new challenges abuses of Generative AI and Deepfake pose to the financial sector. The document reviews the potential risks of use of these technologies, presents case studies from Israel and around the world, discusses emerging threats, and provides a list of “red flags” to help identify suspicious activities.
November 13, 2025
Amendment 13 to the Israeli Privacy Protection Law: Guidance for Insurance Agents and Agencies
Amendment 13 to the Israeli Privacy Protection Law significantly strengthens the PPA’s enforcement powers, requiring insurance agencies to ensure strict compliance in handling personal and sensitive data. Agencies must implement robust data security, transparency, and control measures to avoid substantial fines and regulatory sanctions.
November 13, 2025
NGOs and PBCs to Report Donations via Israel Tax Authority’s Digital Reporting System
Starting January 1, 2026, NGOs and PBCs under Section 46 must report all donations through the Israel Tax Authority’s digital system to enhance transparency and prevent fraud. Compliance will be mandatory to maintain Section 46 approval.
November 5, 2025
Prof. Amichai Cohen Receives Lerner Prize for International Law
Prof. Amichai Cohen, a special counsel on international law at our firm, has been awarded the Lerner Prize for International Law by the Harry Radzyner Law School at Reichman University. This recognition highlights Prof. Cohen’s significant and influential contributions to the fields of international law and national security.
October 20, 2025
Professional Webinar: Business Operations Under International Sanctions
Barnea Jaffa Lande, in collaboration with the Israel Export Institute, will host a professional webinar on the implications of international sanctions for Israeli companies. Prof. Amichai Cohen, a special counsel at the firm, will review key global sanctions regimes, their impact on corporate activity, current and emerging compliance risks, and effective measures for mitigating exposure in cross-border operations. The webinar will take place on October 30, 2025, at 11:00 AM (IST).
October 16, 2025
President Trump Imposes New Tariffs, Once Again Sowing Economic Chaos
The United States President recently announced the imposition of new 25% to 100% tariffs on pharmaceuticals, heavy-duty trucks, upholstered furniture, and kitchen and bathroom cabinets. The move is rocking markets and is likely to impact shipping costs, the furniture industry, and trade relations with various trading partners. It could also affect Israeli companies in various sectors.
October 16, 2025
My Forex Funds Lawsuit: Warning to the Proprietary Trading Sector
In May 2025, a US federal court dismissed the US Commodities Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) fraud lawsuit against the proprietary trading company My Forex Funds (MFF). At first glance, this may seem like a resounding legal victory, but a closer analysis reveals a more complex picture.
October 5, 2025
Reforming Payment Models for Securities and Advisory Services
On the eve of Rosh Hashanah, a joint task force from the Bank of Israel, the Ministry of Finance, and the Israel Securities Authority published an interim report for public comments, proposing a major reform in the way financial institutions (mainly banks, TASE members, and other players) are paid for securities services and investment advice.
September 25, 2025
First Series of Prediction Markets in the United States
Prediction markets have experienced rapid growth in recent years, thanks to the emergence of platforms attracting millions of users, such as Kalshi and Polymarket. These platforms have proven successful in predicting the outcomes of diverse events.
September 11, 2025
Landmark Settlement in AI Copyright Infringement Lawsuit – Anthropic Case
A significant development occurred last week at the interface between artificial intelligence and intellectual property following the settlement agreement reached by Anthropic in the class action lawsuit filed against it with the US District Court for the Northern District of California.
September 7, 2025
US Court Rules: Most of Trump’s Tariffs Unlawful
The US Federal Court of Appeals ruled recently that most of the tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump as part of the trade wars are unlawful. However, the court decided that, for the time being, these tariffs will remain in effect. This is a landmark decision with potentially wide-ranging implications for the US and global economies, as well as for the balance of powers within the US federal government.
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 4, 2025
Expanded Company Extract Now Available at No Additional Cost
The Israeli Corporations Authority in the Ministry of Justice recently announced a significant expansion of its company extract service. This development marks an important change in the corporate landscape, substantially improving access to and transparency of comprehensive and material information regarding companies registered in Israel.
September 4, 2025
Aluminum Imports to Israel Halved Following Provisional Anti-Dumping Measures
In May, the Ministry of Economy imposed a temporary guarantee on aluminum imports from China. As a result, Israeli aluminum importers have already reduced their orders from China by 50%. Simultaneously, access to the Turkish market has been almost entirely blocked for Israeli buyers.
September 1, 2025
Globes Interview: Dr. Zvi Gabbay on the Proposed Bill to Regulate Social Media Influencers
Dr. Zvi Gabbay, was interviewed by Globes on the Israel Securities Authority’s new proposed bill, which seeks to tighten oversight of social media influencers providing financial and investment advice without a license. Under the proposal, influencers would be allowed to continue operating, but only under particularly restrictive conditions.