Ben Gurion Airport turns to AI, but new technologies raise Big Brother concerns...

Startups, tech and business | Nov 9, 2026, 2:38 PM

The Israel Airports Authority conducted the Runway 26 program in which 42 startups competed. Selected technologies target security, aviation safety, and cyber defense applications at Ben Gurion Airport.

Winning systems are designed to locate individuals, analyze operational incidents, and aid recovery from attacks. Deployment of the tools has prompted questions regarding privacy protections and human oversight requirements.

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