Bank Hapoalim is Israel's largest bank by assets, founded in 1921 as a cooperative bank to serve the Jewish community in Palestine. It has grown into a major financial institution offering a comprehensive range of services including retail banking, corporate finance, investment banking, asset management, and international banking, with significant involvement in cybersecurity advisory. The bank operates over 250 branches primarily in Israel, with additional offices abroad in locations such as the United States, Europe, and Latin America. It holds a significant market share in the Israeli banking sector, serving millions of retail, corporate, and institutional customers. Bank Hapoalim is publicly traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange and has been involved in various international ventures. It has historical ties to the labor movement in Israel and has faced regulatory scrutiny over issues like anti-competitive practices and involvement in international sanctions evasion allegations, including a 2014 settlement with U.S. authorities for $230 million related to sanctions violations involving Iran. The bank engages in financial advisory and has compensated figures like Yossi Cohen, former Mossad director, for consulting roles, highlighting its connections to Israel's security and intelligence networks. It has been criticized for its role in financing settlements in the occupied territories and for environmental and social governance issues. Despite these controversies, it remains a cornerstone of Israel's economy, with total assets exceeding $100 billion as of recent reports. Its international expansion includes subsidiaries like Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) and operations in New York, underscoring its global influence in Jewish diaspora finance and cross-border transactions. The bank is also notable as the institution where Weitman served as a senior investment advisor for seven years.