According to a new report by Startup Nation Central, Israel's cyber industry continues its global leadership, with private Israeli cyber firms attracting a record 40% of all U.S. private cyber investments in 2024.
This surge comes despite a global slowdown in cyber funding in Europe and Asia, highlighting international confidence in Israel’s innovation model—even amid geopolitical challenges.
As of 2024, 505 cyber companies operate in Israel—an 86% increase since 2014. Around 60% are in early stages, with 11% already achieving exits. Notably, 38% of all Israeli high-tech investments last year went to cyber, although the sector represents just 7% of the tech ecosystem, underlining its strategic and economic significance.
Avi Hasson, CEO of Startup Nation Central, said the rise of AI and cloud tech is driving both new cyber threats and a demand for advanced defenses: “The more digital the world becomes, the more critical it is to protect information infrastructure. This is a major opportunity for Israeli leadership.”