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October 6, 2026
TheMarker | Israeli Companies Added to UN “Blacklist”: Business Implications
Prof. Amichai Cohen, a special counsel at our firm and Vice President of Research at the Israel Democracy Institute, spoke to TheMarker about the addition of Israeli companies to the UN list. While inclusion does not result in direct sanctions, it may adversely affect these companies’ relationships with investors and international corporations, particularly in Europe.
October 3, 2026
2026 IBA Conference in Copenhagen
Adv. Micky Barnea, Adv. Simon Jaffa, Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss, Adv. Eyal Nachshon, and Adv. Liat Keisary will attend the annual International Bar Association (IBA) Conference in Copenhagen. They look forward to a week of meetings with friends and colleagues from around the world to discuss market developments, cross-border work, and opportunities for collaboration. During the conference, Adv. Liat Keisary, a partner at our firm, will speak on a panel exploring LGBTQ+ family rights, cross-border parenthood, and surrogacy. She will also moderate a panel on legal marketing in the digital age and the professional ethics of social media use.
August 2, 2026
Prof. Amichai Cohen Appointed Vice President of Research at Israel Democracy Institute
Prof. Amichai Cohen, a special counsel at our firm, has been appointed Vice President of Research at the Israel Democracy Institute. In his new role, he will lead the IDI's research division and oversee its research activities in the fields of democracy, law, government, and national security. Alongside this appointment, Amichai will continue to advise the firm's clients on projects and transactions involving international law, international sanctions, international trade, and regulatory compliance.
June 24, 2026
Webinar: Defense Industry in a Changing Reality
Our firm, together with BDO, will host a professional webinar on the key issues that companies and funds operating in the defense industry should know—from opportunities and challenges in the defense and dual-use export landscape, to VAT, customs, and targeted tax incentives, as well as legal, financial, and accounting readiness for capital raises, IPOs, and becoming a public company. Adv. Elad Reshtick and Prof. Amichai Cohen from our firm, alongside BDO experts, will speak at the webinar, which will take place on June 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM.
May 23, 2026
Global Operations Under Sanctions and Restrictions: A Professional Webinar for Israeli Companies and Exporters
The international business environment for Israeli companies is evolving rapidly. As part of a professional webinar hosted by our firm in collaboration with the Israel Export Institute, Prof. Amichai Cohen will discuss the practical implications of emerging sanctions, restrictions, and regulatory barriers affecting Israeli companies operating in global markets. The webinar will address key legal and commercial risks, the challenges companies and exporters are encountering in practice, and practical strategies for mitigating exposure and preparing for an increasingly complex international landscape.
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 AI 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 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.
March 30, 2026
Globes: Concerns Over Insider Trading and the Challenge of Enforcement in Crypto and Prediction Markets
We spoke with Globes about a troubling new phenomenon: unusual betting patterns and extraordinary activity across financial markets and prediction platforms just moments before major policy announcements. These patterns are raising growing concerns about the potential use of non-public, insider information.
March 17, 2026
Interview with Channel 10: Regulatory Challenges in Implementing Artificial Intelligence in Israel
During an interview on the program "Game Rules" on Israel’s economic channel about AI regulation in Israel, we discussed Israel’s position compared to other countries, how to advance regulatory initiatives, the key current regulatory challenges, and the need for a framework that balances oversight and clear boundaries with innovation and the adoption of advanced technologies, while maintaining a stable environment for technological and economic growth.
March 8, 2026
Key Trends and Regulatory Challenges in Israel’s Financial Sector
Adv. Efrat Cohen, a senior partner and head of the firm's Regulation Department, discussed in an interview the most significant and ongoing developments in Israel's financial market: the payments initiative revolution and its impact on both businesses and consumers; expansion of the open banking reform toward open finance, including broader access for insurance agents to clients’ financial and banking information; and the AI and algorithmic report by the Bank of Israel and the Israel Securities Authority, which establishes a new compliance framework and extends reporting and supervisory obligations regarding the use of artificial intelligence and algorithmic models in the financial sector.
January 1, 2026
2025 Legal Year in Review: Key Business Updates and 2026 Outlook
As 2025 comes to a close and the new year begins, we have compiled the key legal developments affecting the Israeli business sector across multiple practice areas, together with practical recommendations for implementation ahead of corporate activity in 2026. The review is designed to provide an up-to-date overview and actionable guidance for informed legal planning in the year ahead.
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
Lecture at 2025 Annual Compliance Conference
We were invited to speak at the 2025 Annual Compliance Community Conference, organized by the BDO Finance Academy and MITGATE Compliance Risk Management, where we shared insights on current global standards in compliance and financial enforcement.
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 Amichai'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).
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
Globes Interview on Proposed Bill to Regulate Social Media Influencers
The firm 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.
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.
July 27, 2025
Interview with Channel 10: A Historic Move by the US That Will Reshape the Crypto Market
The firm was interviewed by Channel 10 on the emerging US regulation of stablecoins. During the interview, we emphasized the importance of regulation to ensure financial stability and consumer transparency, compared the initiative to the already-established European framework, and discussed its expected impact on investors, entrepreneurs, and consumers, while highlighting the need to balance technological innovation with appropriate regulatory safeguards.