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Ericsson Egypt partially develops telecommunication infrastructure of New Capital: regional manager
Improving mobile services requires new frequencies, facilitating network building procedures: Shoukry
Metra, Zyxel partner to provide digital transformation solutions in Egypt
Mamoun Abdullah, head of channels for Middle East and Africa at Zyxel, said the company achieved broad growth leaps worldwide with a business volume exceeding $400m and created customer bases in about 75 countries, through providing real added value in the market.
Smartphone sales expected to drop 10.6% in 1H20 due to COVID-19
Even though sales of smartphones are expected to show a strong decline in 1H20, the global market is expected to return to normal activity in the third quarter of the year (3Q20).
447% increase in mobile Malware attacks in Egypt: Kaspersky
The annual report entitled Mobile Malware Evolution found that these trojan attacks account for around 85% of all mobile phone users attacked in the region.
Average fixed broadband speed to reach 41.2 Mbps in Middle East, Africa by 2023: Cisco
In the Middle East and Africa, the average fixed broadband connection speed will increase to 41.2 Mbps in 2023, from 9.7 Mbps in 2018, according to the report. Average mobile connection speed in the region will increase to 24.8 Mbps, compared to 6.9 Mbps in 2018, a 3.6 times growth.
Payfort, valU partner to provide payment options for e-commerce stores
PayFort’s seamless integration with merchant sites allows customers to checkout with just two clicks. To date, this simple process has helped merchants in the region
MCIT begins 2nd phase of fish resources automation
The project aims to develop fish resources through information system and remote sensing. These systems would help early detection of any violations to lakes and fisheries.
Intercom Enterprises targets EGP 400m technology solutions sales in 2020
The banking and government sectors are the most beneficiaries of the company’s products
Samsung controls Egyptian smartphone sales, Huawei a far second
According to the report, Huawei ranked second in terms of market shares, with a share of 24.1% in December 2019, up from its share in January of the same year by 4.7%. Huawei’s market share reached 18.8% in January 2019.
Possible scenarios for STC-Vodafone Egypt deal
With the possibility of completing the deal sometime in the summer, Telecom Egypt (TE) has begun discussing the investment opportunity in the deal, in light of its acquisition of 45% of Vodafone Egypt.
Google Maps celebrates 15th anniversary with introducing new features
‘Google has mapped as many buildings last year as we did in previous 10,’ says Jen Fitzpatrick
Mobile phone prices expected to hike due to Coronavirus fears
Karim Ghonaim, a member of the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Cairo, said that the division discussed at its last meeting the extent of the impact on the Egyptian information and communications technology market, especially smartphone and computer sectors, given that several electronics factories in China were closed to 10 February.
Twitter launches new policy to deal with synthetic, manipulated media
Globally, more than 70% of people who use Twitter said “taking no action” on misleading altered media would be unacceptable. Respondents were nearly unanimous in their support for Twitter providing additional information or context on Tweets that have this type of media.
Egyptian law obliges STC to present MTO for 100% of Vodafone Egypt
Telecom Egypt goes over options in Vodafone deal with investment bank
Middle East retail sector adopts e-marketing models amid digital revolution
The study pointed out that retailers place their focus primarily on enhancing customer experience, in an attempt to raise their competitiveness within targeted markets and attract the attention of a wider segment of buyers.
Next four years to see MEA gov’t sector spend $32bn on IT: Nexthink VP
We work with several Egyptian gov’t agencies to help them digitally transform their business, services
Vodafone Egypt Wins Top Employer 2019 Thanks To Impressive Occupational Health And Safety Standards
Vodafone Egypt’s commitment to occupational health and safety sets a fantastic example for other Egyptian businesses across the nation
Acceptable internet services; some problems with voice services: NTRA report
According to NTRA’s statement, the service tests were conducted throughout the month for approximately 24,000 sqkm of populated areas in various governorates, divided into nearly 81 cities and neighborhoods
STC delegation meets TE officials after Vodafone Egypt acquisition offer
STC and Vodafone International Group agreed to sell the latter’s majority stake in Vodafone Egypt to STC for $2.4bn.
Vodafone Egypt revenue increase by €116m in six months
The revenues of Vodafone Egypt in the second quarter (Q2) increased by €43m, to record €356m, compared to €313m in Q1 FY 2019-2020.
Egypt among other markets Vodafone has left behind
Reed confirmed that the reason behind leaving Egypt is to focus investments in other markets according to Vodafone’s strategy, stressing that the Egyptian market was among the best in which Vodafone has worked in for more than 20 years.
Mandatory purchase offer must be made for TE’s share: FRA
The FRA source told Daily News Egypt (DNE) that the FRA was not officially notified by any company of the updates yet.
TE’s preemption may intefere in STC-Vodafone deal
The company has the right to acquire Vodafone Egypt’s full shares on the condition they offer a similar deal to STC: Legal source
Tempting offer, matching Vodafone group’s strategy: source
The Vodafone Group acquired Egypt’s VOIS for EGP 1bn in November
STC acquires stake in Vodafone Egypt, to use Vodafone trademark and services
In the event of the transaction’s completion, both parties intend to conclude a partnership agreement that will allow STC to use the Vodafone trademark and other Vodafone services.
Etisal organises workshop to train human cadres on digital transformation
Speakers highlighted the most prominent trends in the field of training and improving employees’ efficiency. Sherif Amer, HR expert, stressed the importance of having an outlook for the future in the field of training and hiring during the technological revolution.
Egypt ninth in mobile internet speeds in Africa
According to Speedtest Global Index, the country with the fastest average mobile internet speed in December 2019 was South Korea, recording 103.18 Mbps. The monthly ranking index While added that the UAE came second climbing two ranks with an average speed of 86.77 Mbps, followed by Qatar with speeds averaging 79.21 Mbps. Canada came fourth …
Uber taxi in Cairo
According to the source, Uber will get a 19% commission from taxi drivers on the cost of each trip, including 2% VAT.
MCIT opens updates of national network for medical services
An official source at the MCIT said that the project was meant to streamline diagnostics and treatment services for citizens, bringing the average wait time from two months to 48 hours.
Communication ministry provides 20 electronic services via digital means
During the past year, the MCIT cooperated with the Administrative Control Authority. The Ministry of Planning, follow-up the administrative reform, in building an integrated database, with 60 , so far, finalised in different sectors.