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Philanthropist and Tech Pioneer Morris Kahn Dies at 95

1/1/2026

Summary

Story summary

Morris Kahn, a prominent Israeli billionaire and philanthropist, died at 95, renowned for his philanthropic initiatives.
He was born in South Africa in 1930, later recognized as a leading figure.
He immigrated to Israel in 1956, establishing a long career in technology.
Kahn co-founded Amdocs, a major telecom software company.
SpaceIL aimed to land a spacecraft on the moon.

History

Historical Context

In 1982, Morris Kahn co-founded Amdocs in Israel, evolving from a billing software initiative linked to the Golden Pages directory. Amdocs rapidly grew, serving major clients like AT&T and Vodafone, and generating billions in revenue. Kahn's entrepreneurial journey reflects Israel's broader innovation trend since the 1950s, showcasing the significant role of individual entrepreneurs in shaping the nation's economy and global technology landscape.

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Story summary

Morris Kahn, a prominent Israeli billionaire and philanthropist, died at 95, renowned for his philanthropic initiatives.
He was born in South Africa in 1930, later recognized as a leading figure.
He immigrated to Israel in 1956, establishing a long career in technology.
Kahn co-founded Amdocs, a major telecom software company.
SpaceIL aimed to land a spacecraft on the moon.

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