Zomet Institute

Will the Chief Rabbinate allow cyber protection on Shabbat?

Chief Rabbi of Israel, Rabbi Lau, is trying to promote an in-depth discussion on the topic of cyber defense on Shabbat.

David Bannett, inventor of Shabbat elevator, passes away at 100

Bannett refused to patent any of his inventions, saying that he "only wanted to enhance Shabbat and help the Jewish People."

Rabbi permits wounded veteran to use medical cannabis on Shabbat

Ruling applies only to specific case in question where painkillers are ineffective and veteran suffers unbearable pain.

Tzomet okays virtual participation in Selichot prayers

Ruling is limited to live broadcasts, does not include satellite link or recordings.

Responsum: Best to light electric candles in sukkah

Tzomet Institute says best to light electric candles in sukkah for fear of igniting sukkah due to winds, rain, or other factors.

Tzomet Institute approves hot water on Shabbat in 2 resorts

For first time, Tzomet Institute grants technological approval to Shabbat hot water system for two guest houses in Israel.

'ME TOO movement is opposed to Jewish law'

Rabbi Yehuda Zoldan says right way to deal with sex offenses is to file complaint with law enforcement rather than to shame in media.

Shalva Band "Dares to Dream” to keep Shabbat at Eurovision

The Shalva Band is composed of eight Israeli musicians with physical and mental disabilities who have not let their limitations stop them

Eurovision wants a Shabbat-friendly microphone

Song contest wants Tzomet institute to give them Shabbat-approved microphone so a viral special-needs band can perform.

Eminent religious-Zionist Rabbi quits Jewish Home leadership

Jewish Home party presidium member Rabbi Yisrael Rosen announces leaving party because Bennett employs SSA spokeswoman.

Solution to alarm on Shabbat developed by Tzomet Institute

Shabbat mechanism minimizes prohibition, allowing door to be closed after accidental opening triggers alarm.

For first time, senior security official will use Shabbat phone

The cellular Shabbat phone patented by Machon Tzomet, 'Telegrama', will be used by the head of National Security Council.

Zomet Institute presents: The shabbat phone

Dan Marentz explains the institute's new "Telegramma" device, meant to reduce Shabbat violations for those who work in medicine or security.

Introducing: The 'Kosher Walkie Talkie'

The Zomet Institute of Halacha and Technology has developed a 'Shabbat Friendly' walkie talkie, to enhance security for diaspora Jews.

Shabbat Accessibility: How to Make It Happen

Rabbi Dan Marans of Zomet discusses Shabbat-friendly accessibility options in Jewish buildings across North America and Israel.

Introducing: A 'Kosher Phone' Permitted on Shabbat

The Zomet Institute has released a kosher telephone that can be used on Shabbat without breaking the Jewish laws of the day of rest.