<ul><li>Firgun refers to genuine delight in others' accomplishments, opposite of schadenfreude, plays a significant role in Israeli culture.</li><li>Israel marks 77th Independence anniversary amidst challenges and celebrations, remembering fallen soldiers.</li><li>Israeli startups recorded $531M funding in April, with notable exits like Wiz, showcasing resilience.</li><li>In tech, Apple vs. Epic legal battle development, Amazon's AI model, and Microsoft's new models are highlights.</li><li>Chinese AI advancements include Alibaba, Huawei, and Xiaomi unveiling new models and technology.</li><li>Various funding rounds, including Lightrun's $70M Series B and exits like Nyx Security's acquisition, are noted.</li><li>The newsletter features quotes, new funding rounds, exits, and updates in the tech and AI sectors.</li><li>Globally, reports on AI startups, Gen AI usage, and startup valuations are discussed.</li><li>Articles cover topics like ant-antisemitism, fintech in ecommerce, and the impact of AI on startup growth.</li><li>The newsletter serves as a comprehensive update on Israeli and global tech trends and achievements.</li></ul>

Weekly Firgun Newsletter – May 2 2025

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