2i Ventures

2i Ventures is a venture capital firm focused on investing in startups that develop technologies applicable to both civilian and defense sectors. The firm aims to bridge the gap between civilian innovations and defense needs, facilitating the integration of civilian technologies into the defense market.

Established in 2024, 2i Ventures is backed by Altshuler Shaham, one of Israel's leading asset managers, and has strategic partnerships with organizations such as Gadot Group and the Israeli Ministry of Defense's Directorate of Defense Research & Development (Maf'at). The firm's investment areas include data and cybersecurity, robotics and drones, supply chain solutions, artificial intelligence, computing, and defense technology.

The firm's portfolio includes investments in Quantum Machines, a company specializing in quantum computing, which has been commissioned to establish the Israeli quantum computing center and serves clients worldwide.

2i Ventures is led by co-founders Ehud Hai, Moshe Weingarten, and Dror Erez, who bring extensive experience in venture capital, entrepreneurship, and technology. The firm's strategic partners and advisors include notable figures such as former U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering Heidi Shyu, former Israeli Ambassador to the United States Danny Ayalon, and former Deputy Director of Mossad Udi Lavi.