INNOFENSE

Venture Capital Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel Est. 2019
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About

INNOFENSE is an innovation center for dual-use technological projects in the civilian and security sectors. The center was created in a collaboration between the Israel Ministry of Defense, MAFAT (Administration for the Development of Weapons and Technological Infrastructure), and the IDF air and ground arms; and will be operated by iHLS and SOSA. The program is designed to strengthen the links between the civilian and defense markets via the collaborative development of technologies, thus advancing and improving their integration in both markets. iHLS will support the startups in business development, penetration to relevant markets, legal advice, and networking and investments. Each project will receive the sum of NIS 200,000 upon entrance to the program, in addition to support from the innovation center, Ministry of Defense, MAFAT and the IDF ground and air force arms.

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What is INNOFENSE's primary focus as an innovation center?
INNOFENSE is an innovation center for dual-use technological projects, bridging the civilian and security sectors in Israel. It was established in 2019 through a collaboration between the Israel Ministry of Defense, MAFAT, and the IDF air and ground arms.
Which organizations operate INNOFENSE?
INNOFENSE is operated by iHLS and SOSA.
What kind of support does INNOFENSE provide to startups?
INNOFENSE supports startups with business development, market penetration, legal advice, networking, and investments. Each project receives NIS 200,000 upon entering the program, along with support from the Ministry of Defense, MAFAT, and the IDF.
How many alumni companies has INNOFENSE supported?
INNOFENSE has supported 29 alumni companies.
Can you name a notable alumni company from INNOFENSE in the Aerospace, Defense & HLS sector?
Liquid360, founded in 2020, is an alumni company focused on a Unified Security Picture for Decisive Action. Another is High Lander, founded in 2018, specializing in Drone Fleet Management.
What is the typical duration of INNOFENSE's program?
The INNOFENSE program typically lasts 6 months.
Does INNOFENSE take equity from the startups it supports?
No, INNOFENSE does not take equity from participating startups.
When was INNOFENSE founded?
INNOFENSE was founded in August 2019.