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Striker Venture Partners, a US-based venture fund, has launched a $165 million fund to invest in AI and cybersecurity startups in Israel, targeting ten companies with investments ranging from $5 million to $30 million. Founded by Max Gazor and Matan Lamdan, the fund aims to support early-stage firms, particularly in cybersecurity, leveraging Lamdan's background in the Israeli army's intelligence unit 8200. The initiative reflects a growing trend, with 70% of capital raised in Israel in 2025 directed towards AI and cybersecurity.