June 17, 2025
OpenAI has signed a $200 million contract with the U.S. Department of Defense to develop AI for warfighting and cybersecurity. Hereâs what that means for ethics, Palestine solidarity, and what alternatives consumers can turn to instead.
June 7, 2025
Over 70 artists have pulled out of SĂłnar Festival, citing its ties to Superstruct and KKR. Despite dropping Coca-Cola and McDonald's, the festival has yet to fully commit to BDS guidelines. Here's what ethical fans and artists need to know.
June 4, 2025
Zara just opened its largest store in Israel at Big Fashion Glilot. But critics say the Inditex-owned brand should be boycotted over its Gaza ad controversy and ties to far-right politics. Hereâs what ethical shoppers need to know.
May 21, 2025
During a protest at Microsoftâs Build event, the companyâs AI security chief accidentally leaked Walmartâs confidential AI plansâexposing deeper tensions over ethical tech use and ties to Israelâs war on Gaza.
May 12, 2025
students are refusing to eat until their universities stop funding genocide. What began as a hunger strike on CSU campuses has become part of a national student uprisingâfrom divestment demands to mass suspensions at Columbia. Hereâs why this protest matters now more than ever.
May 10, 2025
Norwayâs largest trade union just voted overwhelmingly to boycott Israelâincluding trade, investments, and cultural ties. Hereâs why this historic vote matters.
May 6, 2025
A controversial U.S. bill (H.R. 867) aiming to punish Americans for boycotting Israel was pulled from Congress after bipartisan backlash. Here's what happenedâand why it matters.
May 1, 2025
April 30, 2025
Denmark is ditching Coca-Cola in a growing boycott fueled by U.S. tariffs, political disrespect, and global solidarity with Palestine. Learn why Danes are turning to local alternativesâand how this protest is fizzling into a worldwide movement. đđĽ¤â
April 27, 2025
Tensions between India and Pakistan are exploding as India suspends the Indus Waters Treaty, weaponizing Pakistanâs water supply after a deadly attack in Kashmir. The move, along with growing Hindutva calls for Muslim massacres, mirrors Israelâs genocide tactics in Gaza. From Kashmir to Gaza, patterns of apartheid, colonization, and resource warfare are exposing a dangerous global trend. Here's why it matters â and how solidarity movements must respond.
April 25, 2025
Spain has officially canceled a $7.5 million arms deal with Israeli company IMI Systems after massive public and political pressure over Israelâs war on Gaza. Citing solidarity with Palestine and opposition to genocide, Prime Minister Pedro SĂĄnchez's government halted the ammunition purchase, making Spain one of the first European countries to take direct economic action against Israelâs military aggression.
April 23, 2025
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a controversial new policy that bans medical research funding to universities with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs or support for boycotts of Israel. The rule, effective immediately, threatens billions in research grants and raises concerns about academic freedom, censorship, and the targeting of pro-Palestinian advocacy on U.S. campuses.
April 18, 2025
Donald Trumpâs new 17% tariffs on Israeli imports have unintentionally boosted the goals of the BDS movement, making it more expensive for Israeli companies to sell goods in the U.S. Despite his reputation as a staunch ally of Israel, even pro-Israel analysts admit these trade penalties mirror the impact of an economic boycott. The move exposes Israelâs deep dependency on U.S. marketsâand may accelerate calls for divestment and sanctions.
April 16, 2025
Prince Harry and Meghan Markleâs Archewell Foundation has ended its partnership with a Muslim womenâs charity after the groupâs founder made pro-Palestinian comments, including calling Israel an apartheid state and supporting a Gaza ceasefire. The decision has sparked criticism, as human rights groups and the International Court of Justice have echoed similar views on Israel's actions. Advocates say the move reflects growing pressure on Muslim voices speaking out for Palestine.
April 15, 2025
Over one million people in Bangladesh have joined mass protests in support of Palestine, targeting global brands like KFC, Pizza Hut, and Bata over alleged ties to Israel. The movement, inspired by the global Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) campaign, aims to hold companies accountable for their role in funding or supporting the Israeli occupation. With public boycotts, rallies, and a growing push for ethical consumption, Bangladesh is becoming a major voice in the global call to end the genocide in Gaza.
April 10, 2025
Burger King has been ordered to pay 480,000 shekels ($128,000) in meal vouchers to Israeli soldiers following a class-action lawsuit over a mislabeled kosher cheeseburger. The fast food chain allegedly served non-kosher food at its Hod Hasharon branch in Israel, leading to a legal settlement that will benefit active-duty and reservist IDF combat troops. This unusual court decision has sparked backlash, especially among ethical consumers and Palestine advocates, as critics argue the compensation further supports Israelâs military apparatus.
April 9, 2025
Ms. Rachel is under fire for supporting Gazaâs children. Pro-Israel group demands DOJ probe, but critics call it a smear against compassion.
April 8, 2025
Ben & Jerryâs co-founder is trying to buy back the brand from Unilever after censorship over Palestine. Hereâs what happenedâand why it matters.
April 3, 2025
Microsoft is now a top BDS target for supplying Israelâs military with AI, cloud, and surveillance tech. Hereâs why it matters â and how you can take action.
April 1, 2025
Match Group quietly acquired Muslim dating app Salamsâwithout notifying users. Now under pro-Israel CEO Spencer Rascoff, the deal raises alarm over data privacy, military ties, and a growing backlash in the Muslim community.
March 31, 2025
Meta is under fire after a new investigation found Facebook ran over 100 paid ads promoting illegal Israeli settlements, calls to demolish Palestinian homes, and fundraisers for Israeli military units in Gazaâraising serious concerns of complicity in international law violations.
March 26, 2025
UC Davis has dissolved its Law Students Association and seized $40,000 in student funds after the group passed a resolution supporting a boycott of Israel over its actions in Gaza. The move raises serious free speech concerns as students face increasing censorship for supporting Palestinian rights.
March 25, 2025
Disneyâs $250M Snow White remake starring Israeli actress Gal Gadot is facing massive global backlash and dual boycotts â from both pro-Palestine advocates and right-wing critics. With a dismal $43M U.S. debut, the film is set to be one of Disneyâs biggest box office failures. Here's how Gal Gadotâs IDF ties, cultural controversy, and political division turned a fairytale into a financial disaster.
March 21, 2025
Starbucks is facing a major financial downturn â with plummeting sales, over 1,000 layoffs, and global market losses. But while executives blame menu tweaks and weather, many point to a growing boycott over Starbucksâ silence on Gaza and its legal attack on pro-Palestine union activists. Hereâs whatâs really behind the coffee giantâs collapse.
March 20, 2025
Unilever just removed Ben & Jerryâs CEO David Stever, allegedly for the companyâs outspoken support for Palestine. This comes after Unilever blocked pro-Palestine statements, banned criticism of Trumpâs policies on Gaza, and tried to silence the brandâs activism. Now, theyâve violated their own merger agreement to push out leadership that refused to comply. Boycott Unilever for its complicity in Israeli apartheid and corporate censorship.
March 19, 2025
Googleâs $32 billion acquisition of Wiz is the largest transfer of Israeli intelligence operatives into Big Tech in history. Wiz, founded by Unit 8200 veteransâthe Israeli militaryâs cyberwarfare division, now embeds Israeli military-linked cybersecurity into Google Cloud. This deal strengthens Israelâs surveillance apparatus while deepening Googleâs role in funding and enabling Israeli apartheid. Hereâs why this mattersâand what you can do to fight back. #BoycottGoogle #FreePalestine
March 17, 2025
Tesla is facing a massive collapse in Europe, with sales down 76% in Germany and boycotts spreading across France, Spain, and the Netherlands. A new survey shows 94% of Germans refuse to buy a Tesla, linking the backlash to Elon Muskâs support for Israelâs war on Gaza and far-right politics. Meanwhile, Israel is inviting Tesla to supply government vehicles, deepening the controversy. As European markets reject Muskâs brand, activists are calling for a global boycott of Tesla. Is this the beginning of Teslaâs downfall?
March 13, 2025
Columbia University has expelled, suspended, and revoked diplomas of students involved in the pro-Palestine occupation of "Hindâs Hall" last spring. The crackdown follows intense political pressure and the Trump administrationâs $400 million funding cut. Activists say this is a direct attack on free speech and student activism.
March 12, 2025
Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate, was arrested and detained by ICEâbut the crackdown is deeper than it seems. The dean behind Columbiaâs response, Dr. Keren Yarhi-Milo, is a former Israeli military intelligence officer with ties to Israelâs UN mission. As protests swept the campus, Columbiaâs billionaire donors pressured the university to silence pro-Palestine voices. Now, Trumpâs administration is deporting student activists and cutting $400 million in federal funding. Is this about law enforcementâor political suppression? Read the full investigation. đ¨
March 10, 2025
Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian student leader at Columbia University, has been arrested by U.S. immigration agents and sent to a Louisiana detention centerâdespite holding a legal green card. His detention is part of Trumpâs crackdown on pro-Palestine student activists, sparking outrage over attacks on free speech.
March 9, 2025
Israel has cut off all electricity to Gaza, plunging 2.3 million people into darkness and worsening an already dire humanitarian crisis. Desalination plants are failing, hospitals are running out of fuel, and food supplies remain blocked. With the UN and ICC warning of war crimes, the blackout is being called a deliberate act of collective punishment.
March 8, 2025
Columbia University is under fire after Trump cut $400M in federal funding, while the school secretly investigates, suspends, and blacklists pro-Palestine students. A secret alumni group is doxxing activists, tracking them for employers, and even pushing for deportations. Free speech is under attackâhereâs whatâs happening.
March 6, 2025
Boycat and the BDS Movement have officially partnered to amplify global boycott campaigns for Palestinian rights. This collaboration empowers consumers to make ethical shopping choices, holding corporations accountable for their complicity in Israelâs violations of international law. đ
March 5, 2025
Top footballers like Luka ModriÄ, Robert Lewandowski, and Virgil van Dijk are partnering with Skillset, an Israeli company whose founders openly support Israelâs military. As Palestinian football is wiped out, athletes must drop Skillset and refuse to be complicit in sportswashing.
March 4, 2025
Glasgow Film Theatre (GFT) has officially dropped Coca-Cola after staff launched a boycott over the brandâs ties to Israel. Backed by Unite Hospitality, workers refused to serve Coke, demanding alignment with the BDS movement. GFT will phase out Coca-Cola permanently after the Glasgow Film Festival. đ¨
March 2, 2025
Major universities worldwide are cutting ties with Israeli institutions, intensifying the academic boycott over Israelâs apartheid policies and war crimes in Gaza. With Israeli researchers facing rejections, lost funding, and canceled collaborations, the pressure is mounting. Learn how you can support the movement, push for divestment, and back Palestinian academics.
February 22, 2025
Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI are providing AI and cloud services to the Israeli military, fueling AI-powered airstrikes and mass surveillance in Gaza and Lebanon. As Israel's war on Palestinians escalates, these tech giants are profiting from AI-driven warfare, raising urgent ethical and legal concerns. Here's how Big Tech is complicit in war crimesâand why the world must take action. #BoycottBigTech #FreePalestine
February 18, 2025
Italian sportswear brand ErreĂ has ended its sponsorship deal with the Israel Football Association (IFA) following global boycott pressure. Now, Reebok has taken its placeâputting itself at risk of a major boycott campaign. With Adidas and PUMA having already cut ties, activists are calling on Reebok to withdraw or face global backlash. Join the movement and check Boycat for ethical alternatives!
February 13, 2025
Marvelâs Captain America: Brave New World is facing global backlash over its inclusion of Sabra, an Israeli superhero originally portrayed as a Mossad agent, played by Shira Haas, an actress with ties to the Israeli military. Protesters at the LA premiere called for a boycott of the film and Disney, accusing them of normalizing apartheid and genocide. As Disney scrambles to rewrite the characterâs backstory, the movement to boycott Marvel and Disney+ is gaining traction. Stay informedâhereâs why you should skip this film. #BoycottCaptainAmerica #BDS
February 10, 2025
Israel has allocated $150 million to a massive global propaganda campaign aimed at countering BDS, controlling media narratives, and influencing public opinion. Less than a month after launching, Boycat received a buyout offer from a Tel Aviv-based companyâthen their email mysteriously disappeared. Read how Israel is trying to silence the boycott movement and why weâre not selling out. đ¨
February 10, 2025
KFC and Pizza Hutâs former operator in Turkiye, Is Gida, has filed for bankruptcy with $214 million in debt after Yum! Brands cut ties. The collapse led to 537 store closures and 7,000 job losses, sparking protests. As the global boycott of Western brands over ties to Israel intensifies, many question whether consumer activism played a role in this downfall. Read more on the boycott impact and whatâs next for KFC in Turkiye.
February 9, 2025
Gen Z is driving a massive boycott of 'Made in Israel' productsâand it's working. đ Israel just ranked dead last in the 2024 Nation Brands Index, with younger consumers leading the charge. As Israeli companies scramble to repair their global image, BDS continues to gain momentum. Stay informed, keep boycotting, and check Boycat for real-time updates on brands to avoid. #BoycottIsrael #BDS #GenZPower đđľđ¸
February 3, 2025
This Ramadan, donât break your fast with Israeli dates grown on stolen Palestinian land. 75% of the worldâs Medjool dates come from Israel, many from illegal settlements in the West Bank, using stolen water and exploited labor. Learn how to boycott Israeli dates, identify brands to avoid, and support Palestinian farmers instead. Boycotts workâIsraeli date imports have already dropped significantly due to global pressure. Use the Boycat app to scan barcodes before you buy. Take action this Ramadan and stand for justice.
February 1, 2025
Germany just passed a resolution cracking down on pro-Palestine activism in universities, threatening academic freedom and silencing criticism of Israelâs apartheid policies. Scholars warn this move is less about fighting anti-Semitism and more about suppressing dissent. As students face police crackdowns and institutions ban BDS-related discussions, the fight for free speech and Palestinian rights continues. đ¨â
January 29, 2025
Starbucks is facing four straight quarters of declining sales, a 23% drop in profits, and plummeting store trafficâbut major news outlets wonât admit the real reason: the global boycott over its support for Israelâs war on Gaza is working. While Starbucks blames âmenu changesâ and âcustomer experience,â the truth is clear: consumers are holding them accountable. Now is not the time to let upâthe boycott must continue. Read more on how weâre keeping the pressure on. đ¨â
January 28, 2025
A ceasefire in Gaza doesnât mean justice for Palestinians. Oppression, apartheid, and human rights violations continue daily. Pro-Palestinian activists are urging Malaysians to maintain boycotts against companies like Starbucks, McDonaldâs, and Caterpillar, which remain complicit in Israelâs actions. Learn how boycotts are making an impact and why your support matters now more than ever. đâ
January 27, 2025
Join the global Boycott Chevron Weekend of Action from January 31 to February 2, 2025. This campaign targets Chevron for its complicity in Israelâs apartheid regime and global climate destruction. Participate by boycotting Chevron gas stations, organizing protests, and sending letters to CEO Mike Wirth. Together, we can hold Chevron accountable and demand justice for Palestinians and the planet. Learn more and take action now! đâ
January 26, 2025
Better Food, a Bristol-based organic grocery chain, has removed all Israeli-made products from its shelves in support of the BDS Movement. This bold step aligns with the Bristol Apartheid Free Zone campaign, which fights for Palestinian rights. By prioritizing ethics over profit, Better Food is proving that local actions can drive global change. đâ
January 26, 2025
Oosto, once a rising star in facial recognition tech, just sold for $125M after raising $352Mâa stunning 64% loss for investors like SoftBank. Linked to controversial surveillance in Palestine, Oosto's fall proves one thing: public pressure works. Boycotts and accountability matter now more than ever. đ¸â
January 26, 2025
This week, global boycott campaigns against Israeli-linked corporations sent a powerful message, delivering $227 million in financial losses and forcing major brands like Oosto, Barclays, and McDonaldâs to rethink their practices. From collapsing partnerships to rising local alternatives, these wins prove one thing: boycotts work. And this is just the beginning.
January 26, 2025
Hollywood isnât just about entertainmentâit shapes narratives and normalizes ideologies. From Melissa Barreraâs unjust firing in Scream 7 to Disney casting Gal Gadot, a staunch supporter of Israelâs apartheid regime, these films perpetuate oppression. By boycotting, youâre taking a stand for justice. Itâs not just about skipping a movieâitâs about reshaping the story.
