Rotem Farkash
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Last Updated: 22 Sep 2026
Co-Founder
Tel Aviv-Yafo, IL
Profile Verified by The Marque
Last Updated: 22 Sep 2026
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In Their Own Right
Biography
Rotem Farkash is an Israeli technology entrepreneur with expertise in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and software engineering. Throughout his career, he has founded and led technology companies focused on digital security, cyber intelligence and AI technologies.
In 2016, Rotem co-founded Inpedio, a cybersecurity company where he also served as Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Research and Development. In these roles, he oversaw the development of security software designed to protect mobile devices and business systems from malware, ransomware and other cyber threats. During his tenure, the company secured investment from organisations including Israel Aerospace Industries and ELTA Systems.
Earlier in his career, Rotem served as a Research and Development Officer in Unit 8200, the Israel Defense Forces' elite signals intelligence and cyber unit, where he received awards for innovation and operational contribution. He went on to work as a cybersecurity consultant and security architect, advising organisations in the banking and telecommunications sectors, before co-founding Cycept, a company focused on cyber intelligence and security technologies.
Rotem is currently developing a new venture. He also advises early-stage companies specialising in artificial intelligence and algorithmic trading. Alongside his work in technology, Rotem devotes time and resources to supporting humanitarian, children's and health charities in Israel.
Rotem contributes to discussions on cybersecurity, cyber intelligence and artificial intelligence through articles and interviews published by GeekWire, Business Matters, IBTimes and the London Standard.
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Background
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2023 — Present
Co-Founder
AI Startup in Stealth Mode
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Present
R&D Officer, Unit 8200
Israel Defence Forces (IDF)
Unit 8200 is the Israel Defense Forces' principal signals intelligence and cyber intelligence unit. It is widely recognised for its advanced cyber capabilities and has played a significant role in establishing Israel as a global centre for cybersecurity innovation.
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2016 — 2021
Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer
Inpedio
Inpedio was an Israeli cybersecurity company that developed endpoint and mobile security solutions for businesses and organisations. Its products were designed to detect, prevent and respond to advanced cyber threats.
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2013 — 2015
Co-Founder
Cycept
Cycept was a cybersecurity company co-founded by Rotem Farkash that focused on cyber intelligence and digital security technologies. Its intellectual property was subsequently acquired by NICE Systems.
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2011 — 2013
Freelancer
Cybersecurity Engineer
Between 2011 and 2013, Rotem worked as a freelance cybersecurity engineer, advising organisations in the banking and telecommunications sectors on cybersecurity architecture, secure software development and technical security.