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Building the Future of Hearing? Share Your Game-Changing Pre-Seed Idea with Us! The field of hearing has been close to my heart for the past 54 years, playing a significant role in my journey as a tech entrepreneur and investor. Over the years, I’ve led and invested in numerous ventures to transform the quality of life for people worldwide. 🔹 Patents and Leading Companies: I’ve authored 20 innovative patents in the hearing field and invested in startups that have already achieved profitability. Additionally, I’m proud to partner with four other startups driving meaningful change—from solutions for diagnosing and rehabilitating hearing issues to technologies for treating speech and hearing impairments and even groundbreaking innovations in otosclerosis and related fields. 🔹 Exits and Global Impact: Among my proudest accomplishments is Medton-Hedim Ltd., Israel’s largest developer of hearing solutions, which the William Demant Group of Denmark acquired. This company has improved the lives of millions of people with hearing impairments. I’ve also established 45 global centers to foster innovation and support in the hearing domain. 🔹 Academic Collaborations: Bridging science and innovation has always been a key focus for me. I actively collaborate with leading professors and top universities worldwide. These relationships enable me and the ecosystem I support to integrate cutting-edge scientific research into impactful technological solutions. I am mainly focused on advancing collaborations in two critical areas: balance disorders and tinnitus. Additionally, I am exploring and investing in the intersection between hearing rehabilitation and dementia treatment—an area with profound potential for societal impact. 🔹 My Vision: I invest in startups offering global solutions that aim to improve the lives of hundreds of millions of people. I firmly believe in the power of technology to enhance the quality of life for those with hearing impairments and related challenges. I’m excited about the new projects I’ve recently invested in and always seek the next groundbreaking idea. Don't hesitate to contact me if you have a pre-seed stage venture with the potential for significant global impact in the hearing domain. 📩 Contact me at: yd@yd-invest.co.il Let’s continue redefining hearing together. #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #HearingRehabilitation #Startups #MedTech #GlobalImpact EyeControl Ramot - Tel Aviv University's Tech Transfer Company Technion - Israel Institute of Technology NovaSight

🌐 As the founder of Nikita.Studios, I've witnessed firsthand the remarkable impact of sextech on both the economy and society. 💼 In an era where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, it's essential to recognize the pivotal role that sextech plays in shaping industries and economies worldwide. 📈 Sextech isn't just about adult entertainment; it's a burgeoning sector driving innovation, creating jobs, and stimulating economic growth. From cutting-edge devices to immersive experiences, the market potential is vast, with projections indicating exponential growth in the coming years. 💡 For investors eyeing opportunities, understanding the global landscape is crucial. While sextech holds promise for every nation, certain countries stand out as key players. 🌍 The United States leads the pack, with its robust tech ecosystem and progressive attitudes toward adult content regulation. Meanwhile, countries like Germany and the Netherlands boast thriving markets and a culture of openness towards sexual wellness. 📊 Beyond economic metrics, the societal impact of sextech cannot be overlooked. By destigmatizing conversations around sexuality and intimacy, it fosters greater acceptance and education, ultimately leading to healthier relationships and individuals. 🔍 As we navigate the future of sextech, collaboration between industry pioneers, policymakers, and investors will be vital. By fostering innovation and responsible growth, we can harness the full potential of this dynamic sector while ensuring ethical practices and consumer safety. #Sextech #nikitastudios #GlobalEconomy #InvestmentOpportunity #SexualWellness #FutureofTech

𝗞𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗿: 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗜-𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 bit.ly/TechCrunch_article 𝗪𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝗞𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 “𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗜.” 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗱𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁. TechCrunch 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗞𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗿: “People with full hearing disability are a smaller segment of a large and growing group. By 2050, 2.5 billion people are projected to have some degree of hearing loss. Due to a mix of reasons, including stigma and cost, many won’t wear hearing aids. That’s the audience Dutch B2B startup Audus Technologies is targeting with its product, Knisper. Knisper uses AI to make speech more intelligible in environments such as cinemas, museums, public transportation and work calls. In practice, this means splitting the audio and mixing it back into a clearer track. It does so without increasing background volume noise (something not every hearing aid company can say), which makes it comfortable for anyone to listen to, even without hearing loss.” Read the whole article about Knisper, but also how startups like Acapela Group, Visualfy and Whispp keep up the good work! Visit our website and join us in building a future where everyone can thrive! 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗼: bit.ly/techcrunch_news #musea #msp #ict

People often ask me: How did it all begin? Looking back, the journey of creating InSignLanguage has been both challenging and deeply fulfilling. It all started from a very personal place ... growing up with a mother who was hard of hearing, I saw firsthand the barriers that exist between the Deaf and hearing communities. The struggles for accessibility were real, but so was the determination to find solutions. I realised there was a gap, not just in communication, but in understanding and connection. That’s when the idea for InSignLanguage was born. My mission was, and still is, to create a world where communication between Deaf and hearing individuals is seamless, fostering inclusivity at every level. Today, InSignLanguage and InSignLanguage AI are at the forefront of breaking down those barriers, and I’m proud of how far we’ve come. But this journey isn’t just mine - it’s a shared one, with an incredible team and community who believe in the power of accessibility and connection. To anyone who’s just starting their journey - find your "why" and let it guide you. You never know what you might build. #InSignLanguage #Accessibility #Inclusivity #DeafCommunity #Entrepreneurship #CommunicationMatters

Did you know that 1 in 6 of the UK adult population is affected by hearing loss? Deaf Awareness Week, which is taking place this week, is all about coming together to support the deaf community. 👂 Learn the role tech plays in helping the deaf and hard of hearing community and look at startups using innovation to help those with hearing loss. TranscribeGlass, Soutinova LTD, Audicus, Ava, DeafTawk 👏 #entrepreneurship #deafawareness #startup #startups #deafawarenessweek #hearingloss Read more 👇  https://lnkd.in/dm8irKtT

IAAP Member in the News: Fable raises $25 million to enhance product accessibility Fable is making strides in digital accessibility by expanding its support to include cognitive and hearing impairments, backed by a recent $25 million funding round. This Toronto-based startup is redefining how companies engage with accessibility, ensuring it's a shared responsibility across product teams rather than siloed within specialist roles. As the demand for inclusive digital products grows, Fable's innovative approach integrates accessibility metrics directly into development workflows, empowering teams to enhance user experiences for everyone, including the one in six individuals living with a disability. With a focus on creating inclusive AI training data, Fable aims to bridge the digital divide and foster environments where accessibility is not an afterthought but a fundamental aspect of product design. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g-DSDYZw Jillian Fortin Burtnett Kate Kalcevich Alwar Pillai #AccessibilityMatters #InclusiveDesign

Learn about audism, hearing centric views and the medicalization of hearing loss through our LMS; Uncommon Knowledge.

Last week, Dr Julia Rone and the great team at Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy, University of Cambridge, organized a workshop on Fostering Participation in Decision-Making on Computing Infrastructure in Europe and the UK. Listening to others and speaking at the session on societal impacts and democratizing infrastructure was a pleasure. I recommend the multidisciplinary team at Minderoo. A great place to entertain discussions on public participation and emerging legal approaches for claiming legitimacy. #Technology #Democracy #DataCentresinEU.

Breaking News in the World of Wellness and Business! Are you one of the millions intrigued by how everyday professionals transform ordinary opportunities into extraordinary legacies? This week on The Online Prosperity Show, we dive into the incredible life of Mohammed Musthafa, an audiologist who’s not just changing lives but revolutionising the way we think about hearing health! From wrestling with setbacks that would silence any ordinary business to tuning the frequency of success in ways you've never heard before, Musthafa's journey reads like a blockbuster script—except it’s all real. Imagine overcoming the kind of challenges that make most crumble, yet coming out with a solution that benefits millions. Yes, that’s the kind of story we're talking about! Plus, there’s a twist! Did you know this healthcare hero has a secret weapon? It’s nothing other than the love for cricket—a passion that teaches resilience and precision, qualities that Musthafa translates into his audiology practice every single day. Join us for an episode that's as enlightening as it is inspiring. We're peeling back the layers of myths about hearing loss, revealing industry secrets, and sharing strategies that could very well change how you approach your health and business. Don't miss out on this enlightening journey. Click the link to watch now and find out why Mohammed Musthafa is the audiologist everyone can't stop talking about! https://lnkd.in/gcGTAaiv #HealthcareHeroes #Innovation #Audiology #Entrepreneurship

At Odyssey Global Media, we’ve been listening closely to the discussions within the neurodivergent community. We recognize the pressing themes that have emerged—particularly the ongoing lack of inclusion for neurodivergent adults and the pervasive culture of masking. While we celebrate the incredible talents, ideas, and skills that neurodivergent individuals bring to the table globally, we must acknowledge that these individuals often find themselves overshadowed and marginalized. Through our initiative, "Art That Changed the World," we believe in empowering everyone to communicate their own stories. Too often, false narratives dominate the conversation in the arena of disability, and we are committed to changing that. We also champion unconventional entrepreneurship. Not everyone thinks the same way, so why aren’t there enough opportunities for neurodivergent entrepreneurs to thrive? We are excited to announce that Odyssey Global Media is fully behind "Art That Changed the World" and is ready to launch Phase 1 of our call-out for neurodivergent artists to partner with us. Together, let’s break down barriers, challenge false narratives, and create a platform where neurodivergent voices are not just heard but celebrated. If you’re a neurodivergent artist ready to share your story with the world, we want to hear from you! We also have spots available for a judging panel of artists for the talent open call. Both for the panels and phase 1 artist consideration, write to us with your Art CV, and a brief motivation for the project: info@neurodivergentsynergy.com Join us in this transformative venture. Your art has the power to change the world! #odysseyglobalmedia #art #global #artthatchangedtheworld Neurodivergent Synergy