Ceragon Networks

In 1996, in the heart of Israel's burgeoning tech scene, Shraga Katz and Inon Beracha founded a company called Giganet, later renamed Ceragon Networks. Their focus was on a critical, yet often overlooked, piece of the mobile puzzle: wireless backhaul. This technology creates the wireless bridges that carry data from cell towers back to the central network, a crucial link for mobile operators. As the world entered the mobile era, Ceragon's founders anticipated the immense need for a flexible and cost-effective alternative to laying physical fiber optic cables. The company's timing was key. Four years after its founding, Ceragon went public on the NASDAQ in September 2000, raising capital to fuel its global expansion. This event marked a significant milestone, allowing Ceragon to establish a foothold in a competitive telecommunications market. The IPO provided the resources needed to scale its operations and compete with industry giants by offering specialized point-to-point wireless systems. Over the years, Ceragon has navigated the constant evolution of mobile technology, from 4G to 5G. The company has continued to grow through strategic moves, including a recent acquisition of Siklu Communication to enhance its millimeter-wave technology capabilities. Today, Ceragon's solutions are deployed in over 130 countries, serving not just mobile operators but also public safety organizations and private businesses, forming an unseen highway that modern communication relies upon.