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Earlier this week, 10D partner Alon Kantor joined a #DefenseTech panel hosted by Protego Ventures, alongside Eytan Eshel (IAI - Israel Aerospace Industries), Yehoshua, Shuki Yehuda (Elbit Systems), and Ayal Somech (Boeing). Alon Kantor highlighted key insights on #leadership, strategic #partnerships, adaptability, and aligning with national priorities to drive #innovation. It was inspiring to connect with innovators, leaders, and investors shaping Israel's defense #tech future. 🚀 Israel’s defense tech sector is stronger than ever. Are you a #defense #entrepreneur? Let’s connect! Photos credit: Bar Cohen

We had the pleasure of participating in the panel at the #DefenseTech Summit 2024 last week! ⭐ Alongside Aviv Shapira, Tohar Meshulam, Asaf Picciotto and Ayal Somech, 10D ’s Partner, Alon Kantor, shared his valuable insights and perspectives on the startup sales cycle. 🚀 Are you a DefenseTech entrepreneur who didn’t get the chance to connect with Alon Kantor during the summit? Don’t miss out—reach out to us, and let’s work together to shape the future of #DefenseTech! 💥

📢We’re excited to share that 10D Managing Partner, Rotem Eldar, will be part of the #GeekAwards Summit 2024 judging team! We're thrilled to support this incredible celebration of #innovation and to see the amazing nominees shaping the future. Best of luck to all the participants! 🤩 Let’s shape the #future together. 🚀 Geektime גיקטיים #GeekAwards2024 #TechInnovation #10Dventures #ShapeTheFuture

We’re very excited to be sponsoring the #DefenseTech Summit 2024 this week. ⭐ Don't miss the chance to hear from 10D 's Partner Alon Kantor on Wed, December 11th in Smolarz Auditorium, Tel Aviv University.   This two-day event offers a unique opportunity to engage with #leaders in defense, military #experts, and top #innovators, all addressing the #future of defense #technology. 🚀 Join us in shaping the future of #Defense Tech! 💥   #DefenseTechSummit #DefenseTechnology #IsraelDefense #StartupNation #TechInIsrael #IDFTech #FutureOfDefense #MilitaryTech #InnovationDay

🌍 Israeli DefenseTech Innovation Day: Harnessing Innovation for the Future 🛡️ Our latest DefenseTech Innovation brought together some of the brightest minds to discuss why Israel is uniquely positioned to lead this global revolution. With a rich history of innovation, a proven track record in defense exports, and a rapidly growing ecosystem, the conversations throughout the day highlighted the incredible potential of this sector. This event reinforced that Israel is at the forefront of global defense innovation, driven by a unique combination of world-class technology, military expertise driven by real-world evolving needs and visionary investors supporting this new wave of companies. As defense tech continues to evolve, Israel has the opportunity to lead in creating transformative solutions for global challenges. Together, we are building the next generation of defense tech innovation. Let’s keep the momentum going! 🚀 💡 Key themes emerged throughout the day: Opportunities in Defense Tech, Collaborating with defense contractors, Innovating in Defense Startups, The Global Opportunity, Understanding Defense Customers and Lessons for Founders. 📖 Dive deeper into the insights shared by our speakers in our latest blog post (link in the first comment). What do you think is the next big opportunity in defense tech? Building in Defense Tech? We would love to meet you! 👋 #DefenseTech #Innovation #Startups #Israel #Collaboration Daniel Gold DDR&D (MAFAT) - Directorate of Defense Research & Development Eyal Hulata Alon Kantor Aviv Shapira XTEND Niv Davidai Inbal (Biran) Kreiss IAI - Israel Aerospace Industries Yaniv Shnieder Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Eli Friedman Elbit Systems Hagai Itkin Yair Geva Herzog David Chinn

🚀 Exciting news! bananaz , 10D ‘s portfolio company, is out of stealth mode with a game-changing mission: bringing AI into design change management for mechanical engineering and R&D teams. Backed by $5.3M in seed funding led by 10D and Cardumen Capital , bananaz is set to revolutionize how manufacturing teams handle complex workflows, saving time, reducing errors, and cutting costs. With its AI-powered platform, bananaz addresses critical pain points in manufacturing by automating error detection, design validation, and change tracking. The result? Faster, more accurate processes that empower engineering teams to focus on innovation. Congratulations to the amazing team at bananaz for this incredible milestone! We’re proud to support you as you reshape the future of design and manufacturing.🤩 Or Israel Ofir Israel Link to the full press release in the first comment👇 #AI #ManufacturingInnovation #DesignChangeManagement #10D

🌟 Israeli #DefenseTech Innovation Day 2024 – Shaping the #Future! 🌟 Yesterday, we were thrilled to host #300 attendees for a half-day of #impactful discussions, unique insights, and meaningful #networking, bringing together #founders, innovators, and top #leaders in the DefenseTech industry. 🤩 💥 We kicked off the day with an #inspiring keynote lecture, "Beyond the Iron Dome: Shaping the Future of Israeli Innovation", presented by Brig. Gen. (Res.) Dr. Daniel Gold, Head of the Directorate of DDR&D (MAFAT) - Directorate of Defense Research & Development. Following that, Dr. Eyal Hulata, Former National Security Advisor and head of NSC Current International Fellow at Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD), shared #insights in a fireside chat about, "A New World Order as a Catalyst for the Advancement of Defense Technologies, moderated by 10D 's Managing Partner, Rotem Eldar. The day continued with engaging panels covering a range of critical topics: 🚀 Collaborating with Defense #Contractors, featuring Eli Friedman (Elbit Systems), Inbal (Biran) Kreiss (IAI - Israel Aerospace Industries), and Yaniv Shnieder (Rafael Advanced Defense Systems), moderated by David Chinn (McKinsey & Company). 🚀CEOs & #Founders on DefenseTech Innovation, with Aviv Shapira (Xtend), Alon Kantor (Toka), and Niv Davidai (SightX AI), moderated by 10D 's General Partner, Itay Rand. 🚀Understanding Defense #Customers, featuring Hagai Itkin, Yair Geva (Herzog), and Peleg (DDR&D (MAFAT) - Directorate of Defense Research & Development), moderated by 10D 's Partner, Alon Kantor. Throughout the day, we explored diverse angles and opportunities in DefenseTech, fueled by the exceptional #insights and expertise of our speakers. The conversations were not just about the challenges but also the tremendous #potential for innovation and #collaboration within the industry. 🙏 A big #thank you to Herzog for hosting us and to all the speakers and attendees who made this event such a success. Looking forward to continuing these important conversations and driving innovation in DefenseTech together. 💫 #DefenseTech #Innovation #Networking #Startups 

"Since the customers for defense ventures are governments and security forces, sales procedures are slower and it is more difficult to reach customers and receive feedback from them about the product." Curious to hear more insights from 10D 's Partner Alon Kantor? Check out his recent interview in Globes, where he shares his latest perspectives on the #DefenseTech sector and draws from his experiences as an entrepreneur in the field. Link to the full article: https://lnkd.in/dc6btJMg DDR&D (MAFAT) - Directorate of Defense Research & Development Fusion VC #DefenseInnovation #Entrepreneurship #Tech

🌟 Excited to share the #speakers lineup for our upcoming #DefenseTech Innovation Day on #November24! This event is a unique opportunity for #founders, innovators, and industry #leaders in the defense sector to connect, share insights, and explore groundbreaking developments in #defense technology. 🎯 Hosted by 10D & Herzog and sponsored by NightDragon, The DefenseTech #Innovation Day is all about #networking, knowledge-sharing, and diving into the challenges and #opportunities shaping the #future of defense #tech. Whether you're a founder or a seasoned leader, this gathering is not to be missed! 🚀 📅 For the complete #agenda, event details, and registration, please visit https://lnkd.in/d83adqVc #RSVP is #required, so be sure to secure your spot today! Daniel Gold Eyal Hulata David Chinn Aviv Shapira Alon Kantor, Inbal (Biran) Kreiss Eli Friedman Yaniv Shnieder Niv Davidai Yair Geva DDR&D (MAFAT) - Directorate of Defense Research & Development Elbit Systems Israel IAI - Israel Aerospace Industries Rafael Advanced Defense Systems

Last week, 10D Partner, Alon Kantor participated in the UVID Dronetech 2024 conference, led by Alon Unger, joining a panel on investments in UAV #technology. The discussion centered on the vast opportunities in the UAV space and the critical role of innovative solutions that will shape the future of defense, logistics, and beyond. For visionary #entrepreneurs shaping the UAV landscape, we’re here to discuss your ideas and explore how we can support your #journey. At 10D , we’re excited to partner with those #pushing the frontiers of what UAVs can accomplish. #Reach out—let’s build the #future together! Photos credit: Gilad Kavalerchik #Dronetech #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #FutureOfDrones #DefenseTech