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Telecommunications giant du has launched its new $50 million investment fund, 'du Ventures,' in partnership with tech investment firm Shorooq. This strategic move aims to support promising startups and accelerate digital innovation across the UAE and the wider Middle East, reinforcing the nation's role in the global digital economy.
Let's dive into the exciting world of Egyptian football! Everyone's buzzing about who will take home the trophy this season. We're asking the big question: Which club do you think has what it takes to win the Egyptian Premier League?
Amwal, a leading Egyptian FinTech platform, has been at the forefront of crowdlending since its launch in 2018. It connects investors directly with small and medium-sized businesses looking for short-term funding, effectively bridging a crucial financing gap. This innovative approach not only provides vital liquidity for SMEs to grow but also offers investors a chance to earn competitive returns, making a significant impact on Egypt's financial landscape.
The Ministry of Education has announced that all schools will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday, making them official holidays for students and staff.
A global initiative is pushing to bring low-cost smartphones to Africa, aiming to connect around 20 million more people to the internet. While this move promises greater digital inclusion, it faces hurdles like manufacturing costs and local taxes.
The Egyptian Senate is recommending a cool new initiative: setting up Artificial Intelligence clubs in youth centers, with the first one kicking off in Assiut. This project aims to help young people develop crucial digital skills, and if it's a hit, these clubs could expand across the entire country.
Amazon is continuing to offer Anthropic's AI technology to its civilian AWS customers, but defense projects are now off-limits. This comes after the US Department of Defense flagged Anthropic's Claude AI model as a potential risk, creating a fascinating challenge for this major tech partnership.
Arrw, a brand-new Egyptian smart mobility app, is now available, offering convenient car requests, real-time trip tracking, and easy electronic payments. It uses advanced AI to ensure safe and comfortable rides for everyone, starting its journey in Alexandria.
Great news! Egypt University of Informatics (EUI) just secured €2 million in European funding. They're joining the 'GenAI For Africa' project to create smart, locally-tailored AI models that will really help improve digital services across the African continent.
A recent study by AI company Anthropic reveals that Artificial Intelligence is set to have a big impact on office jobs, particularly in sectors like law, finance, and programming. The research highlights a current gap between what AI is theoretically capable of and how much it's actually being used in today's job market.
MRB's innovative MRB FMA program is a standout solution for managing and operating commercial centers and residential complexes, making the administrative relationship between real estate developers and their clients much smoother.
Teradix is all about helping businesses make smarter decisions when it comes to buying and supplying goods. They use data to boost performance and productivity, focusing on top-notch service and paying close attention to every detail.
Raya Holding has just launched a new company dedicated to managing shared workspaces. This exciting move aims to expand the group's services, offering integrated solutions for modern work environments. It's all about meeting the rising demand for flexible, collaborative spaces that help businesses and entrepreneurs save costs and operate more efficiently.
Egypt's Senate Committee on Education, Scientific Research, and Information Technology is set to discuss internet package prices and the availability of unlimited plans at fair rates this Sunday. They'll also look into launching an AI club project.
Amazon's services in the US experienced a sudden, temporary outage that affected thousands of users. Thankfully, the platform was mostly back up and running within just a few hours.
Startups across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region had a fantastic February 2026, pulling in a total of $279 million in funding. A big chunk of this, about 74.5%, went to companies in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, really showing their strong lead in the regional investment scene.
Egypt's Real Estate platform is making a big move! They've partnered with CoreLogic, a leading US tech company, to integrate Egyptian property data into the global MLS system. This exciting collaboration aims to make the market more transparent and attract international investors, helping Egyptian real estate reach buyers worldwide.
Apple is making a strategic shift by introducing more affordable devices, the MacBook Neo and iPhone 17e. This move aims to expand its global user base and strengthen its position in the competitive electronics market.
CIB Egypt is making a big splash by investing $300 million to create a fully integrated digital bank. This exciting move aims to attract 10 million customers and significantly boost financial inclusion and digital banking services across the country.
Egypt's National Social Insurance Authority is rolling out 40 new online services. This big step is part of the government's digital transformation plan to make public services faster, more transparent, and ensure everyone has access to financial services.
