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Egypt establishes 3 integrated electronic lab complexes
a source in the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) said the Information Technology Industry Development Authority (ITIDA) executed three integrated electronic laboratory complexes.
Digital transformation to be implemented in 5 governorates by mid-year
The second axis is the launch of three main services through digital means: Internet sites, mobile applications, and hotlines, for real-estate, supply, and traffic documentation services.
E-Commerce latest strategies to double online business
Egypt’s internet commerce scene is still in its first steps for growing and reaching its potential. But with incentives initiated by the Government and private companies, it looks great for the e-Commerce industry.
How many apps were downloaded in 2019?
WhatsApp, Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram are still among the 5 most downloaded apps, but this time the TikTok app jumped from fourth place in 2018 to second place in 2019 due to its popularity in markets like India, the United States, and Brazil.
Egypt up 69 places in global ranking for average ADSL internet speed in 2019
Egypt’s ranking also moved up 69 spots to 97th place compared to 166th globally in December 2018, and its ranking advanced 34 ranks to 6th in Africa, up from the 40th in December 2018.
Financial solvency biggest challenge in Egypt’s smart transport market
Egypt’s smart transport market can absorb more investors due to its large size: OKA Truck
ICT Ministry completes integrated electronic system for scan transmitting
The source added that the project works with the modern PACS system, which is an integrated computer system that stores, transmits, distributes, and displays medical scans.
Mobile market adds 350,000 new subscribers, Vodafone is biggest beneficiary
Orange was able to add about 37,900 new subscribers to its services last October, increasing the number of subscribers to its services from 28.2 million subscribers last September and reaching 28.3 million.
Egypt adds 600,000 internet users in October 2019
The number of Internet users through USB Modem devices increased to 3.58 million customers in October, while ADSL users increased slightly to 7.17 million in October
MCIT min. receives 20 projects after transferring digital transformation file
This comes after a decision by the Council of Ministers to transfer the obligations of the Ministry of Administrative Reform concerning digital transformation to the MCIT.
Egypt-made smart bag ranked among 10 best products at CES 2020
The smart bag is very sophisticated, as it cleans clothes inside a small device using UV rays and ozone gas.
Digital Planets agrees with Swvl to secure customer data
This cooperation comes supported by the latest security systems and solutions provided by the English company Sophos, provided by Digital Planets. The cooperation also includes the provision of Call Centre services in cooperation with 3CX, which Digital Planets is an agent for in Egypt.
Two-thirds of industrial organisations don’t report cybersecurity incidents to regulators: anti-virus provider
In a world where cybercriminals are using sophisticated attacks to breach industrial companies, robust cybersecurity policies and keeping up with regulations have never been more important. From the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to standards set by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), industrial companies have a lot of requirements to adhere to.
8 Egyptian tech startups to participate in CES 2020
With a focus on disruptive and emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR), Smart Cities, and the Internet of Things (IoT), eight innovative companies are competing for the show’s spotlight to help accelerate their growth and innovation.
75m jobs won’t survive 4th Industrial Revolution: Communications Ministry
Egypt plans to establish technological complexes in Menoufia, Mansoura, Minya, Sohag, South Valley, Qena, and Aswan universities in cooperation with the Ministry of Higher Education, Talaat announced.
Over 1,500 youth participate in GDG DevFest Egypt conference at AUC
DevFest is the largest non-profit conference focusing on software developers, engineers, and software industry in general. DevFest Egypt is organised by GDGs, local groups of developers interested in Google products and open-source technologies, from different areas around the country.
AMOLED smartphones sales to surpass 600m units in 2020: Counterpoint
Smartphone companies have put in a lot of effort in pushing users to upgrade their smartphones.
Intercom aims to carry out projects worth EGP 400m in the field of information security
El-Kammash explained that the company carried out projects last year with a value of EGP 1bn, of which the governmental sector received 20% to 25 % against the 50 % for the banking sector. The remaining percentage was distributed among other sectors.
Egyptian company finally combines mobile advertising with GPS location
The company’s marketing executive, Mohamed Alaa, said that the idea of mobile advertising is applied in many cities such as London and Dubai, and is a new and eye-catching idea that ensures advertiser receive sufficient attention from the consumer.
50% of parents in Egypt trust their kids’ internet usage
Despite this, 83% admitted that they spend too much time on the internet, while almost three quarters (73%) feel that using the internet and mobile devices in general hinders family life.
Mobile market adds 140,000 new subscribers during September
The mobile market has witnessed a decline in the number of its users over the whole year due to the procedures of the National Telecom Regulatory Authority in checking user data, which contributed to stopping many lines from working.
Egypt moves up 11 spots in 2019 UNCTAD B2C E-commerce Index
Egypt ranked 102 out of 152 countries in the index. The report was based on the classification of countries on several axes that included account ownership in a financial institution and the proportion of Internet users and secure its services.
Fawry to partner with PCI SSC to help secure payment data worldwide
As Council’s newest participating organization, Fawry is to recommend new initiatives for consideration to the PCI SSC
ITIDA revokes SNS license to practice electronic signature activity
ITIDA said that the company failed to appoint qualified technical cadres to provide those services, beside not renewing maintenance contracts for hardware and software despite their aging
Tech Fuze Technology forum kicks off
A large number of the most prominent personalities in the field participated in the forum, led by Head of Information Technology Sector at Etisalat Misr Amr Fathy and CEO of EFG Hermes Finance Walid Hassouna.
Cairo ICT: Al-Sisi calls for launching African e-commerce platform
“We will study this issue in cooperation with the private sector. We are ready to launch this platform. It will be a success for us [Egypt] and for Africa,” Al-Sisi said.
Egypt Post’s unutilised assets reach EGP 243bn in FY19: Chairperson
Egypt Post delivered 2.5m EasyPay cards within a year, says El-Saghir
TE invests $3bn to upgrade its infrastructure over five years: CEO
“We Pay” application launched as part of the company’s digital services plan, says Hamed
NTRA working to operate licenses of Tiba 1 satellite
We receive 5,000 weekly complaints about mobile services: Abdel Wahed
Cairo ICT to discuss launching joint AI strategy in Africa: Communications Minister
Egypt targets 10% growth in digital exports by the end of FY20, says Amr Talaat