The Israeli Tech Frontier
Peace Trough Tech, Startups, Hasbara & Collaboration
We believe Israel’s success story can help the region! Israel is a True Success story and a Tech Locomotive,
not only for EMEA, but also for the whole world! Let’s work together to collaborate and create a better future!
Our Vision
Connect
We believe in creating bridges between Israel's Tech Ecosystem, the EU & Middle East (EMEA), and the World
Collaborate
Businesses, Investors, and entrepreneurs from UAE, Bahrain, and the world are welcome to work with us.
Create
Innovation based on Israel's experience, resources,
and knowledge as the "Silicon Wadi" of the Middle East
Our Focus
AI/ML & Robotics
XR/AI & Spatial Computing
Cyber & Modern Warfare
AI and XR (VR/AR) are already transforming Education (EdTech), Defense (DefenseTech), and Medical fields (MedTech). Combining AI with XR and Spatial Computing is a game-changer! Studies already show the benefits of Education and training using XR&AI.
We aim to create an innovative ecosystem for XR & AI Creators, entrepreneurs, and experts. Israel is the right Hub for Hackathons, Expert Panels and Global Conferences to encourage young entrepreneurship and disruptive innovation. XR/AI status in Israel:
XRAI Compnaines & Startups in Israel  |  XRAI Investors & VCs in Israel  |  XRAI Talents & Experts in Israel
Call to Action – Join us in turning Israeli StartupNation into AIXR Nation:
Green Energy
Healtchare & Biotech
Agriculture
Our Articles
We tried Next-Gen VR Training Simulator for the Defense Forces, Warfighters and Law Enforcement officers and here’s our review.
VR & AR use-cases for Military training – US Army, Israel, Nato, and the Royal Marines – VR Training, PTSD therapy and more.
Metaverse Developer Community event in Israel, hosted by Meta (Facebook) in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Israel’s Metaverse Policy –Â Our document after a joint meeting with Government officials & Businesses.
Peace through Tech
Learn more about the StartupNation
Highlighted news follwing Abraham Accords
Israeli startups raise $5.37 billion in Q1, on path to break $20 billion!
The Israeli tech ecosystem has become a well-oiled machine
Emiratis, Israelis launch deal at Start-Up Nation Central
Why global startups want to be accelerated in Israel
Israel-Gulf relations pass first major test unscathed
How tech is cementing the UAE-Israel alliance
UAE launches $10b Israel investment fund
The Tech Frontier against Antisemitism
Let Israel keep shining through its Success stories, Actions & diplomacy! After all, Israel is a Beacon of Light and Innovation for the Middle East and for the Entire World!
About us
A little bit about us and our activities
Avi Barel
CEO at iBarel Group. Ex-Microsoft, Cisco, Mamram.
Avi has more than a decade of experience as a Lead UX, PM, Product Strategy, and Advisor for Tech Corporations and small Startups. Avi is a Tech- enthusiast with a passion for Emerging Tech, Startups, and Innovation (VR/AR, AI/ML, Autonomous cars, IoT, Cyber, XR Metaverse, etc).
Moshe Papia
CEO at Papia Group – Lobbying and Strategy
Moshe has more than two decades of experience in Sales, Marketing, Strategy and PR. He served as VP Sales and marketing Lead at Optimalsaving. Moshe is a people person and knows the Israeli Tech, Business, Real-estate, and Investment ecosystems.
Avi Barel
CEO at iBarel Group. Ex-Microsoft, Ex-Cisco, Ex- Mamram.
Avi has more than a decade of experience as a Lead UX, PM, Product Strategy, and Advisor for Tech Corporations and small Startups. Avi is a Tech- enthusiast with a passion for Emerging Tech, Startups, and Innovation (VR/AR, AI/ML, Autonomous cars, IoT, Cyber, XR Metaverse, etc).
Moshe Papia
CEO at Papia Group – Lobbying and Strategy
Moshe has more than two decades of experience in Sales, Marketing, Strategy and PR. He served as VP Sales and marketing Lead at Optimalsaving. Moshe is a people person and knows the Israeli Tech, Business, Real-estate, and Investment ecosystems.
Shabtai Barel
Businessman, engineer, entrepreneur, and consultant
Shabtai has more than four decades of experience in Engineering, Business, Logistics, Sales, and Strategy. He served as Business & Strategy Lead for various industry organizations in East Europe, Asia, and Israel. He knows the global Business, and Investment ecosystems.
We’ve been active in Israeli Mixed-Cities with Arabs & Jews, worked with local & global organizations, and helped young entrepreneurs by mentoring them about Israeli Tech:
I was invited to Georgia to talk about Innovation, Startups, and how to learn from Israel's success story.
I was invited by Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat to talk about Young Entrepreneurship, Startup Nation, and Tech.