In this episode, we sit down with Gal Malach, co-founder and CTO of Xsight Labs, to explore how his team is redefining chip architecture and cloud infrastructure for the AI era. From his early career at Motorola to leading one of Israel’s most innovative semiconductor startups, Gal shares lessons on persistence, adaptability, and building technology that keeps pace with a rapidly evolving market.
He discusses what it takes to move from software to hardware innovation, how to build a resilient “A-team” culture, and why openness and programmability are key to long-term success in the world of networking silicon.
Topics Covered:
The journey from large-scale corporations to founding Xsight Labs
Lessons learned from an eight-year startup marathon
How software-defined silicon enables faster innovation cycles
Balancing innovation with real-world execution
Building a culture of collaboration and adaptability
How customers are pushing Xsight Labs technology into new frontiers
Key Quote:
“Innovation isn’t about a single product or feature — it’s about building a team that can evolve and adapt as the world changes.” — Gal Malach
