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Techne Summit expects 10,000 participants in 2020 hybrid edition
The Summit will take place from 7 to 9 November at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, under the auspices of several Egyptian government entities.
realme 7, 7 pro sell at new record of just 8 minutes
Chinese company says realme 7 released on Jumia and Souq sold in just 20 minutes, and realme 7 Pro just in 8 minutes
COVID-19 has accelerated digital medical services expansion: Doctor-online Founder
We are targeting customer base of 100,000 by 2020 end, says Mahmoud Abdel Hakim
Equity financing best option for fintech firms to fund expansion
Equity financing helps companies raise money to fund their working and expansion capital needs via stock issuance.
Communication services complaints rise to 51,300 in 3Q 2020: NTRA
47% of complaints related to ADSL services, whilst 22% were made for fixed-lines
CIT Minister meets startup founders to define obstacles facing sector
Young founders of startups review their entrepreneurial experiences in various CIT disciplines
realme 7 & 7 Pro, the two fastest smartphones supporting the 65W SuperDart technology
The realme 7pro is a trendsetting masterpiece that was made for young smartphone users
Marj3 edtech platform raises seed funding from Expert DOJO
Startup initially connecting Arab youth to educational opportunities worldwide, and has seen significant growth during pandemic
MediaTek, Egyptian companies cooperate to produce educational tablets
Osman pointed to the company’s cooperation with government agencies in Egypt in the field of electronic manufacturing as part of the move towards local production.
Google supports Egypt’s digital transformation with $9m training programme
The training programmes are expected to help more than one million companies and individuals learn digital skills and develop their businesses before the end of 2021.
LG aims to export 70% of its Egypt-manufactured products
Kim added that the remaining 30% of these locally manufactured products will be directed to local consumption.
realme eyes pioneering role in popularising 65W SuperDart charge technology in Egypt
Technology firm is releasing two new 7 series smartphones, the realme 7 & realme 7 Pro, in the Egyptian market
Drivu announces expansion after raising $1m in investments
Drivu is also distinguished by its facility to design a special service for each merchant in line with the nature of his work and his products.
NCCM, EU, UNICEF launch campaign promoting safer internet use for children
The launch occurred under the auspices of the National Council for Childhood and Motherhood (NCCM) in cooperation with UNICEF, and with funding from the European Union (EU).
DETGD to launch retail automation initiative in January 2021
The initiative’s first phase will take place in cooperation with the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) and a number of banks working in the local market.
Ericsson’s AI & Analytics Hub in Egypt produces its first cognitive software
The hub focuses on research and development (R&D) in AI and automation, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to create data-driven, intelligent and robust systems for automation, evolution and growth.
NTRA receives $1.2bn bids for new mobile frequencies
According to an NTRA source, Vodafone submitted a bid to obtain a 40 MHz package, while Telecom Egypt (TE) requested a 20 MHz package.
“Power Monster” realme C15 is the fastest-selling smartphone
New C15 has, since its launch, managed to achieve high and fast sales nationwide
12.4 million cyber-threats addressed in Egypt in H1 2020: Trend Micro
The report also revealed that Trend Micro solutions blocked nearly 1 million URL links, preventing users from accessing them.
Egypt Post announces new controls for sending, receiving parcels
The decision comes in accordance with Ministerial Resolution No 749 of 2020, regarding the Egypt Post’s full compliance with national legislation on combating money laundering and financing terrorism.
ASRT, CIT launch second edition of Ibdaa incubator
The incubator, which has received EGP 2.5m in funding from ASRT, is one of the leading incubators specialised in technological innovation and digital transformation.
EJB presents 8 steps for compliance with Egypt’s new data protection law
EJB member Sherif Makhlouf said that the law provides a grace period of one full year for organisations to address and comply with its requirements.
Egypt accommodates doubled internet demand during COVID-19 through infrastructure investments
Egypt’s digital transformation programme and the government’s swift response to the pandemic were among the topical issues explored by Talaat in an in-depth video interview (vidcast) with Oxford Business Group (OBG).
CIT, Agriculture Ministers discuss using AI technologies in developing Egypt’s agricultural sector
ElKosayer emphasised that the cooperation with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology includes the development of his ministry’s electronic portal. This reflects the efforts the Ministry of Agriculture is undertaking, as well as the activities and services it provides to citizens.
SECC livestreams 2020 edition of DevOpsDays Cairo Conference
Digital event featured local and international experts and professionals from top technology companies
Orange Egypt, STA cooperate to provide ICT scholarships for 3 Years
Two entities signed agreement to provide students with education scholarships over three year period
realme launches C15, 3 smart products using AI technology
Smartphone company unveiled four of its latest smart products in official launch in Egyptian market
EgyptInnovate wins ITU Innovation Challenge for Ecosystem Best Practice
The platform is part of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology’s innovation support strategy, managed by the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) through the Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (TIEC).
Benya, DRC Government partner to build, operate national fibre optics network
The agreement was signed by the Egyptian company and the DRC’s Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and New Information and Communication Technologies.
Ora Developers to re-open ZED Park in October
Ensuring an exciting return, Ora Developers has partnered with Amr Mansi’s I-events to put together an exciting calendar of events and activities at the park as part of ZED Park’s entertainment platform ‘ZED Park Presents’, which was launched last year. This partnership comes in-line with Ora Developer’s mission to become Egypt’s most coveted family-oriented entertainment destination.