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Netanyahu floats blockchain as way to bypass financial sanctions, sparking Israeli political spat

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (베냐민 네타냐후) has publicly raised the possibility of using blockchain and cryptocurrencies to respond to potential international financial sanctions. He said Israel is reviewing related technology to reduce any economic shock. Political opponents criticised the idea, with one calling it a national security threat, while the Bank of Israel said crypto cannot be used to bypass sanctions. Industry figures and local media also questioned its effectiveness.

AI & Enterprise

Vibe coding revives Singapore developer ecosystem, opens startup entry for non-developers

The spread of vibe coding, which assigns programming to AI through natural language, is revitalising Singapore\'s developer culture. As even non-professional developers can build software quickly, hackathons and developer meetups are increasing and some have led to startup launches. Over the past two years, AI tools have lowered technical and psychological barriers. Communities such as Natives and large hackathons have drawn hundreds of participants, with global AI firms and sponsors also taking part.

AI & Enterprise

Auk raises $60 million seed to target management of enterprise app and AI agent access rights

Identity management startup Auk has raised a $60 million seed round to help prevent unauthorised access to corporate applications. The round was co-led by Accel, Greylock Partners and CRV, with participation from Hetz Ventures, AlphaDrive Ventures and multiple angel investors. Based in Tel Aviv, Auk is led by CEO Shai Morag (샤이 모라그). The company offers a platform that identifies employee application accounts and AI agents, flags risks and checks segregation-of-duties compliance.