A Global Powerhouse: The Current State of Israel’s Semiconductor Startup Ecosystem

Mapping the 70 Israeli startups shaping the future of semiconductors, AI, and computing

Since IBM and Intel set up R&D centers in Israel in the 1970s, propelling Israel’s semiconductor ecosystem to the next level, there have been over 70 semiconductor startup exits with a cumulative value of $44 billion, according to a study published by Earth & Beyond Ventures and Deloitte Catalyst, which examined the Israeli semiconductor industry. The most prominent among them: Mellanox (acquired by NVIDIA), Mobileye and Habana Labs (acquired by Intel), and Annapurna Labs (acquired by Amazon), showcasing the international interest in Israel’s rich human capital in the industry. Today, about 200 semiconductor companies operate in Israel, employing over 45,000 people. The report includes a mapping of 70 startups in Israel’s semiconductor industry, comprising 26 at growth stages and 44 at early stages, which have collectively raised $5.5 billion since their founding. Read more >