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EISP 8200 and 8200 Impact join forces to launch cohort for wartime startups | CTech
The 8200 Alumni Association has announced the 16 startups participating in its joint cohort for wartime startups. The program, which began in April and lasted three months, included personalized acceleration, practical workshops, mentoring, and professional advice from industry leaders. The startups involved are at various stages of development, with about a third having paying customers. The program is supported by a number of companies and has helped raise over $1 billion in funding for startups since its inception in 2011.
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"מעבר לאנרגיות מתחדשות": מגמת אקלים חדשה בתוכנית 8200 אימפקט
8200 אימפקט, Bank Hapoalim, and Doral Energy-Tech Ventures have formed a new initiative in the field of climate change. The initiative aims to support the development of advanced technological solutions for climate technologies. Four startups have been selected to participate in an intensive training program, which includes workshops, lectures, mentorship, and connections to investors. The program is open to all entrepreneurs, not just graduates of the 8200 unit. The collaboration is seen as an opportunity to promote technological innovation in dealing with the challenges of climate change.
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8200 Impact's 7th cycle kicks off with a slew of new startups
8200 Impact, an accelerator program for startups solving social problems, has opened its seventh cycle. 12 startups will participate in a five-month program that includes workshops, events, and meetups. The program has established new tracks in Healthtech and 8200Bio. The 12 participating companies cover various areas such as personalized digital platforms, energy management, wearable personal assistants, financial platforms, and more. The program is supported by various partners and has been joined by four major players in the tech ecosystem. Since its founding in 2013, 8200 Impact alumni companies have raised over $58 million and created over 170 jobs.
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FORD's Innovation Center set to support 8200 Impact accelerator program
The FORD Innovation Center in Israel has announced its support for the 8200 Impact accelerator program and its startup community. FORD will help entrepreneurs develop technological solutions to social and environmental challenges. Over six cohorts, 8200 Impact companies have raised more than $58 million and created over 160 jobs. The collaboration with the 8200 Alumni Association is a privilege for FORD, as it allows them to partner with promising companies and integrate their solutions within Fords products and services worldwide. The 8200 Impact accelerator program provides startups with five months of training and the opportunity to join follow-up programs. FORDs Innovation Center in Israel focuses on various areas, including cyber security, robotics, autonomous vehicles, and more.
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Partner and 8200 Impact are solving social problems through technology
Israeli cell phone company Partner has partnered with the 8200 Impact accelerator to solve social problems through technology. The partnership involves the installment of Partner experts on the accelerator board and joint selection of candidates for assistance. Partner CEO Isaac Benbenisti emphasized the importance of corporate responsibility and social values in achieving business goals and objectives. He cited examples of companies like Coca Cola and MacDonalds that have embraced the impact strategy. Partner has adopted the ESG strategy and joined the Valuable 500 initiative to promote disability inclusion and accessibility. The company has also launched a social-conscious cell phone service and a 5G startup incubator.
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Back to normal: 8200 Impact accelerator program launches in physical space
8200 Impact is launching its sixth cohort of the accelerator program, focusing on tech solutions for the Covid-19 pandemic. The program will run for five months and will be held in physical locations in Tel Aviv. It aims to address meaningful, social, and environmental problems related to the pandemic. The accelerator program was founded by the 8200 Alumni Association, leveraging the human capital of the 8200 intelligence unit of the Israel Defense Force. The program is in cooperation with the Tel Aviv Municipality and sponsored in part by Nefesh B’Nefesh. This year, special attention is given to companies addressing domestic violence and womens rights during lockdown measures. The program has previously mentored successful companies like VoiceItt, Soapy, and Skillset.
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"מיזם יכול להיות גם חברתי וגם עסקי"
The article discusses the social entrepreneurship and technology program of 8200 Impact, which is considered a leading program in Israel for promoting social entrepreneurship. The program works with social-tech startups and aims to bridge the gap between social and business aspects. The program provides a 5-month accelerator program, mentorship, consulting, and grants. The selection process is based on the commitment to the program, solving a social problem, unique technology, and business opportunity. The program receives around 300 applications per cycle and selects a small group of 8-15 ventures. The article features an interview with Netali Meiri, the CEO of 8200 Impact, discussing the programs goals and what they look for in social-tech entrepreneurs.
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"אנו רואים בשנים האחרונות תעשייה חדשה, המערבת טכנולוגיות חברתיות" -
Bank Hapoalims outgoing CEO, Arik Pinto, spoke at the conclusion of the fifth cycle of the 8200 Impact accelerator, which focused on accessibility. Pinto highlighted the emergence of a new industry that combines social technologies, which he believes will impact all areas of life, including agriculture, nutrition, education, and transportation. These technologies will enable innovation to assist people with disabilities and the aging population. Bank Hapoalim has made accessibility one of the pillars of its social activity. The 8200 Impact accelerator is the first in Israel for early-stage social-technological initiatives.
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