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הקרן אינטל קפיטל תמשיך להיות חלק מאינטל ■ מנכ"ל אינטל הטרי, ליפ-בו טאן: "קיבלנו החלטה שלא לעשות ספין אוף לאינטל קפיטל. עלינו לחזק את המאזן שלנו ולהתחיל בתהליך הפחתת המינוף כבר השנה"
Intel has decided not to proceed with its plan to spin off Intel Capital, its corporate investment arm, into a separate venture capital fund. Instead, Intel Capital will remain part of Intel and continue to invest according to the companys interests. This decision, announced by Intels new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, is part of a broader strategy to strengthen Intels balance sheet and reduce leverage. The move is seen as a step back from a previously considered corporate restructuring, which may have implications for Intels investment strategy and financial health.
Intel cancels Intel Capital spinoff as Lip-Bu Tan shifts to financial discipline | CTech
Intels new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, has reversed the decision to spin off Intel Capital, opting instead to monetize existing holdings and focus on a more disciplined investment strategy. This decision marks a shift from previous plans to make Intel Capital a standalone fund by 2025. The move is part of Tans broader strategy to stabilize Intels balance sheet, improve operational efficiency, and regain customer trust. Intel is also preparing for significant layoffs, affecting 22,000 employees, as it navigates financial challenges and trade tensions. Tans approach emphasizes financial discipline and operational efficiency over previous expansive strategies.
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The move to separate Intel Capital signals efforts to streamline and refocus amid ongoing struggles. The new fund, slated to begin standalone operations in the second half of 2025, will operate under a different name. Intel will remain an anchor investor, and the current Intel Capital team will transition to the newly formed entity.
Intel is transforming its venture capital arm, Intel Capital, into a standalone entity to streamline operations and focus on core business areas. Announced on Tuesday, the move is part of Intels broader strategy to optimize its assets and improve efficiency. Intel will remain an anchor investor in the new fund, which will begin operations in the second half of 2025 under a different name. This decision comes amid Intels ongoing restructuring efforts, including layoffs and the resignation of CEO Pat Gelsinger. Intel Capital has been a significant player in the tech ecosystem, investing over $20 billion in more than 1,800 companies globally. The spinoff is expected to enhance Intel Capitals ability to attract new capital and support innovative startups, particularly in Israel.
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Intel Capital names Yoni Greifman as its third Director of Investments
Intel Capital has named Yoni Greifman as its third Director of investments in Israel. Greifman, who previously worked at Uber, will join Roi Bar-Kat and Noam Kaiser in the role. Intel Capital is a significant player in Israels venture capital scene and has helped shape the countrys high-tech landscape. The company mainly invests in Series A-C rounds and its Israeli portfolio includes 30 companies. Notable exits for Intel Capital include Moovit and Habana Labs, both sold to Intel, and Kaltura, which went public on the Nasdaq.
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מנהלי קרן ההשקעות של אינטל מדברים על עתיד ההייטק הישראלי
The article discusses the transition of management at Intel Capital, with Yair Shoham stepping down and being replaced by Roy Bar-Kat. Shoham, who had been with the company for eight years, initially planned to retire earlier but decided to stay on due to the current market situation. The company has invested in several successful tech startups, including Moovit and Habana, which were sold to Intel for billions of dollars. The companys portfolio currently includes around 30 companies, and it is looking to fill a director position that became vacant with Bar-Kats appointment.
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יאיר שוהם פורש מאינטל קפיטל ישראל
יאיר שוהם, the manager of אינטל קפיטל ישראל, has resigned from his position. He will be replaced by רועי בר קט. In the past year, אינטל קפיטל has invested in 12 companies, including successful exits of Moovit and Spot by NetApp. יאיר שוהם was previously a partner at קרן הון הסיכון גנסיס. רועי בר קט has been active in the venture capital industry since 2009.
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Intel Capital commits $132 million to 11 AI startups
Intel Capital, the investment organization of Intel, has committed $132 million to 11 startups focused on AI, automation, and chipset design. This follows a year in which the firm invested $466 million in new companies and led 72% of its deals through successful exits. Intel Capital plans to invest between $300 million and $500 million in AI startups in 2020. The company aims to position itself for growth in the AI market, which CEO Bob Swan predicts will reach $25 billion by 2024. Intel recently acquired Habana Labs and Moovit to strengthen its AI capabilities. The article highlights some of the startups that Intel Capital has invested in, including Anodot, Astera Labs, Hypersonix, KFBIO, Lilt, and Retrace.
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Intel invests as much as $500 million in startups each year. Here's what it's looking for in new investments, according to one of its top VCs.
Intel Capital, the venture capital arm of Intel, focuses on investing in startups that can benefit from a relationship with Intel. The organization looks for companies that it can add value to through its technical expertise or relationships with customers. Intel Capital aims to match portfolio companies with customers that are facing specific problems that the startups can solve. Additionally, Intel invests in startups that can benefit from its chip, memory, and other technologies. The company also offers technical expertise and loans out senior engineers to its portfolio companies. Intel Capital typically invests $300 million to $500 million in 30 to 40 startups each year. The article highlights Intel Capitals unique approach to startup investing and its focus on value-added investments.
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Intel CEO: I have no regrets on Mobileye acquisition
Intel CEO Robert Swan has announced the companys continued investment in Israel, including the launch of a new startup accelerator named Ignite. The accelerator, which will be led by former Microsoft for Startups global manager Tzahi Weisfeld, will support early-stage startups in key industry areas such as AI and autonomous systems. Intel has invested $40 billion in Israel over the past 45 years, including in research and development, production, Mobileye, and the Intel Capital fund. Swan also addressed Intels plans to expand production facilities in the US, Israel, and Ireland to meet growing global demand for its products.
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Intel Capital Expands Israel Team, Announces New $117M Global Investments
Intel Capital is growing its Israel team to further invest in Israeli startups and companies. They have invested $120 million into 14 Israeli ventures in 2018. Roi Bar-Kat and Noam Kaiser are joining the team as partners and investment directors. Adi Caspi Zepkowitz was promoted to associate and Shira Vissoker will be joining as a business analyst. The Israel team will focus on scouting for companies in all stages, with an emphasis on earlier stage startups. The announcement was made during Intel Capitals annual Global Summit conference in Phoenix, Arizona.
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Intel Capital has invested $435m in 90 Israeli startups
Intel Capital is expanding its team in Tel Aviv and increasing its investment in Israeli startups. The company has invested $435 million in Israel in 90 companies, with 30 of them having matured into exits. In 2018, Intel Capital invested $180 million in 14 Israeli companies and plans to continue its investment pace. The decision to expand the local team is driven by the funds belief in the importance of Israeli entrepreneurs and innovation. Intel Capital provides unique value to entrepreneurs, including access to customers and mega-corporations, ties with other funds, and a proactive and supportive approach. The company is also investing in various sectors such as cyber, AI, IoT, enterprise software, cloud computing, autonomous vehicles, and 5G. Intel Capital recently participated in a $35 million financing round for Israeli startup proteanTecs.
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Intel Capital Announces New Partnership with HBCUvc
Intel Capital has announced a partnership with HBCUvc, a nonprofit that trains black and Latinx students for a career in venture capital. The partnership aims to educate underserved communities about venture capital and build the next generation of entrepreneurs. Intel Capital has been a leader in diversity and inclusion in the corporate VC industry and sees this partnership as a way to drive diversity and inclusion in the tech industry forward. The partnership was formed after Intel Capital connected with HBCU.vc, a program that offers venture capital skills training and mentorship to students at historically black colleges and universities and Hispanic-serving institutions. The partnership will support HBCUvcs efforts to diversify and broaden the pathway to venture capital for Black and Latinx people.
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Intel Capital Reorganizes Israeli Team After Investing $120 Million in Local Startups in 2018
Intel Capital is reorganizing its Israel-based team after investing $120 million in 14 Israeli startups in 2018. The team will continue leading Intels investments in Israel, with a focus on companies raising series A and up. The company also announced new additions to its team. Intel Capital operates independently from Intel and plans to collaborate with other corporate funds such as Samsung and Qualcomm. The fund is interested in domains such as artificial intelligence, data centers, autonomous vehicles, 5G, and cybersecurity. Intel has previously acquired 12 Israeli companies and made local investments in 2018, including in Moovit App Global Ltd. and Habana Labs Ltd.
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Exclusive: Former Intel R&D Head Amir Faintuch Leaves Intel Capital CRN
Amir Faintuch, former head of research and development at Intel, has left the company. Faintuchs most recent role was senior vice president and director of strategic transactions at Intel Capital, the companys venture capital arm. His departure comes a month before the firms global summit in April, where Intel Capital typically announces new investments. Faintuch was appointed to the senior role at Intel Capital last May, where he was tasked with finding the next big deal for the company. His departure follows that of Doug Davis, the former head of Intels IoT business, who stepped down earlier in February.
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Intel Appoints Amir Faintuch to Senior Role at Intel Capital
Intel has appointed Amir Faintuch, a senior vice president, as a director of strategic investments at Intel Capital. Faintuch concluded his four-year stint as general manager of Intels Platform Engineering Group. Intel plans to ramp up investments in startups, particularly in Israel. The chip maker is interested in startups focused on artificial intelligence, robotics, and cybersecurity. Faintuchs new role will involve striking partnerships with venture capital firms and corporate investment arms of other companies. Intel Capital announced $72 million in funding for 12 startups covering various areas.
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Intel Capital Announces Venture Investments Totalling $60 Million
Intels venture arm, Intel Capital, announced 15 new venture investments totaling $60 million in startups based in various countries, including an investment in Tel Aviv-based cybersecurity startup Alcide.io. This brings Intel Capitals investments in 2017 to over $566 million. Alcide.io is a data security startup that develops a security service for containers and data centers. The company was accepted into the Tel Aviv-based accelerator The Junction in 2016 and has strategic partners such as HP, SAP, Munich Re Group, Enel, and Telstra Corporation Ltd.
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Intel Capital invests in two Israeli cybersecurity startups
Intel Capital has invested in two Israeli cyber security companies, Alcide and Intezer, as part of a $60 million investment in 15 data focused technology startups worldwide. Alcide provides network security for data centers and hybrid clouds, while Intezer develops cybersecurity solutions using a Code Genome Database to detect threats and respond to incidents.
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Intel Capital invests $25m in 3 Israeli startups
Intel Capital has invested in three Israeli startups, Velostata, Panoply.io, and Sedona Systems, for a total of $25 million. Panoply.io raised $7 million in a Series A funding round led by Intel Capital. Velostrata raised $17.5 million in a Series B funding round led by Intel Capital. Sedona Systems closed a $13.6 million round B of funding led by Intel Capital. This latest investment brings Intel Capitals total funds invested in Israel to over $345 million. Intel Capital is committed to Israel and plans to keep its activity in the country at the current level or higher.
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Intel's Radically Transparent Plan for Embracing Diversity
Intel has released its mid-year diversity report, stating its hiring targets and progress in achieving them. The company aims to have a workforce that mirrors the overall American workforce by 2020. In the first half of 2015, 43.3% of its hires in the US were diverse, exceeding its goal of a 40% diverse workforce for the year. Intel also exceeded its goal of hiring 31% women and 4.4% African American candidates. However, it fell short in hiring Hispanic and Native American candidates. The company has increased women at the senior level from 14.1% to 15.7% and African American leaders from 1.24% to 1.48%. Intel acknowledges the need to improve company culture and retention of diverse candidates. It has set aside $125 million to invest in startups with diverse management and is offering referral bonuses for women, minorities, and veterans.
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