IN THIS ISSUE
MIBA and Takwin Ventures: A Partnership Rooted in Shared Vision
New Year, New Tech: Israeli Innovations to Watch in 5787
dotSAGA — Building the Network for When Every Other Network Fails
MIBA and Takwin Ventures: A Partnership Rooted in Shared Vision
MIBA’s new partnership with Takwin Ventures brings together two organizations focused on connecting talent, capital, and opportunity across borders. The collaboration is now moving from shared vision toward defining programs and pathways that could expand opportunities for entrepreneurs, investors, and Michigan partners. What could this partnership look like in practice?
New Year, New Tech: Israeli Innovations to Watch in 5787
As 5787 begins, several areas of Israeli technology could have meaningful implications for Michigan—from AI and cybersecurity to water, agriculture, and health tech. The bigger question is which innovations can move beyond headlines to address real challenges, create partnerships, and generate impact in Michigan. Explore the technologies and connections to watch in the year ahead.
dotSAGA — Building the Network for When Every Other Network Fails
As critical infrastructure and security environments become more complex, dotSAGA is building a communications network designed to keep people and teams connected when traditional networks fail. Its Michigan pilot is opening doors to new commercial and defense applications while demonstrating how the state’s business community can help Israeli companies establish meaningful U.S. connections. What began as a pilot is already creating a broader network of opportunity.
Meet the Israeli companies building their U.S. connections through Michigan
The Elevator is MIBA’s landing hub for Israeli companies entering the U.S. market. This month, we’re highlighting the companies pursuing partnerships, customers and growth opportunities across Michigan.
EXPLORE THE COMPANIES →
For more information or to connect with one of these companies, contact Bernard or Liat.
Michigan is expanding its role as a real-world testing ground for emerging defense and mobility technologies, awarding $2 million to 26 companies developing autonomous systems, advanced manufacturing, drones, and critical mobility components. At the same time, Israeli defense startups are drawing interest from U.S. aerospace leaders, creating potential pathways for Israeli technologies to connect with Michigan’s testing, manufacturing, and defense ecosystem.
Explore upcoming events and funding opportunities across the Michigan–Israel innovation ecosystem. View all events → View all funding →
FEATURED EVENT
Michigan Medical Device Summit
September 30, 2026 | Location: Washtenaw Community College – Morris Lawrence Building, Ann Arbor, MI | Medtech summit on technologies, regulations, and industry insights.
FUNDING OPPORTUNITY
BIRD Foundation Call for Proposals
Deadline: November 23, 2026
Up to $1.5M for collaborative U.S.–Israel R&D projects.
