Aiming to be prime minister? Netanyahu's AI advisor eyes future political run, but not with Likud

Dovi Frances, who advises Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on artificial intelligence, has confirmed he was not formally invited to join the Likud party. Frances, a co-founder and managing partner at Group 11, stated he contacted the prime minister's spokesman to inquire about a potential reserved spot, only to be told it was not offered. "A canard," he declared regarding the rumors.

Despite not joining Likud, Frances expressed a clear ambition for a future in politics. "Once I have done that, there is a pretty good chance that I will run for political office, and I will set my sights on the position of prime minister," he announced. Frances believes his current work is already making a substantial impact on Israel's economy through his support for category-defining startup companies.

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Yesterday I called the prime minister’s spokesman and got angry. How could they have offered me a reserved spot and I didn’t know about it? So the answer is no, I was not offered a reserved spot. A canard.

Frances has served as the prime minister’s AI advisor since 2024. He also co-founded Israel’s national AI advancement center and partnered with Avner Netanyahu on the defense-tech venture, The Umbrella Corporation. He feels a commitment to the investors and entrepreneurs he works with, aiming to ensure their safety before transitioning to public office.

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Once I have done that, there is a pretty good chance that I will run for political office, and I will set my sights on the position of prime minister.