JERUSALEM, ISRAEL – January 29, 2026 – The Israel Innovation Authority announced today the release of findings from a new employer survey, conducted by Zviran, Israel’s leading and largest consulting firm specializing in employee Total Rewards, examining the impact of artificial intelligence on the labor market. The survey finds that while AI is already deeply embedded in Israel’s High-tech sector and is reshaping work processes and skill needs, its impact on overall employment levels remains limited.Israel’s High-tech sector is entering a more mature and measured phase. After a period of rapid growth and aggressive hiring, the industry is shifting toward more cautious operating patterns, with an emphasis on productivity, quality, and responsible technology adoption. Artificial intelligence is not viewed as a tool for reducing workforce size, but rather as a strategic tool for improving processes, strengthening capabilities, and increasing business value. The data suggests this process is being implemented in a gradual and deliberate manner, while maintaining employment stability and recognizing that human capital remains a central component of companies’ competitiveness.The survey, conducted in December 2025, included 263 employers from 192 High-tech companies, representing employers of approximately 80% of employees in Israel’s High-tech sector. The sample includes both local and multinational companies operating in Israel across a wide range of fields, including software, hardware, cyber, semiconductors, internet, gaming, defense technology, biotech, and life sciences.