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Adv. Shani Buchnik-Salomon, a partner at Meitar, commented on the broad implications of a recent court ruling involving Teva, which determined that employee transportation services constitute a benefit to employees and therefore do not qualify for VAT deductions. According to Buchnik-Salomon, the decision may significantly impact employers across various industries that rely on transportation services as an integral part of their business and operational activities. For the full article (Hebrew), click here.

Adv. Elad Sharabani, a partner in Meitar’s Energy and Infrastructure Department, commented on ongoing efforts to expand data center infrastructure in Israel amid growing demand for artificial intelligence computing capabilities. According to Sharabani, AI training data centers can be established in peripheral regions, creating opportunities for economic growth, infrastructure development, and the expansion of advanced technology activity beyond Israel’s major metropolitan areas. For the full article (Hebrew), click here.

Adv. Raanan Lerner, a partner at Meitar, discusses the impact of the strengthening Israeli shekel on the local technology sector and explains how currency fluctuations affect startup cash runways, fundraising efforts, and company valuations. According to Lerner, the gap between shekel-based expenses and dollar-denominated investments and revenues creates significant pressure on emerging companies and highlights the need for economic and regulatory measures to support Israel’s innovation ecosystem. For the full article (Hebrew), click here.

Adv. Adina Shapiro, a partner in Meitar’s Corporate and Securities Department, discusses the rapid growth of Israel’s data center sector and the increasing demand for advanced computing infrastructure driven by artificial intelligence. According to Shapiro, continued industry growth will require faster planning and regulatory processes, as well as infrastructure and policy adjustments that can keep pace with technological innovation and the evolving needs of the global market. For the full article (Hebrew), click here.

Meitar was ranked Israel’s leading law firm in the 2026 Duns 100 ranking for the second consecutive year. The article highlights key trends shaping the legal industry, including the shift toward value-based pricing models, the growing impact of artificial intelligence on legal services, and the evolution of legal talent development. The ranking reflects Meitar’s leadership position in the Israeli legal market and its commitment to combining innovation with professional excellence. For the full article (Hebrew), click here.