At the recent Cyber Security Weekend 2026 conference, Kaspersky shared the findings from its survey titled “Cybersecurity in the workplace: Employee knowledge and behavior” which was arranged among employees from the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa (META) region. The study highlights that everyday IT habits, including decluttering computers and reducing digital fatigue, can have a direct and often underestimated impact on an organization’s cyber resilience. The Kaspersky survey points to a growing challenge of digital fatigue in the workplace. 17% of employees surveyed in Egypt confirmed that they made IT-related mistakes due to lack of cybersecurity knowledge – a figure…
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Smartphone enthusiasts will agree that the new HUAWEI nova 15 Max is probably the most underrated phone of the year. It packs everything young users need to power through summer break. It delivers non-stop gaming, social media streams, and content creation without the constant anxiety of hunting for a charger or worrying about accidental drops during outdoor activities. Having a massive 8500mAh battery means even heavy gamers and active creators can easily push past two full days of heavy use on a single charge. Whether you are heading out on a summer road trip, spending the day at the beach,…
Honor of Kings, the world’s most-played MOBA, has joined forces with the fan-favourite Japanese anime series DAN DA DAN, inviting players into a world of ghosts, aliens and supernaturals with exclusive collaboration skins, limited-time events, and a range of fun in-game activities. Stay tuned for more! Exclusive DAN DA DAN-Themed Rewards From now until August 31, log in to experience an exclusive collaboration highlight featuring a special opening animation that immerses players into the supernatural world of DAN DA DAN. What’s more, be sure to check out the DAN DA DAN Redemption Shop, where players are allowed to redeem exclusive…
Juhayna Food Industries has further reinforced its position as a leading company in the food and beverage sector after receiving five prestigious international awards for 2026 from World Business Outlook and Global Brands Magazine, in recognition of its excellence in quality, innovation, operational excellence, and leadership in the food and beverage industry. The Company received the Best Food & Beverage Company – Middle East 2026 and Leading Dairy Products Company – Middle East 2026 awards from World Business Outlook. In addition, Global Brands Magazine honored Juhayna with the Best Dairy Manufacturer – Egypt 2026, Excellence in Dairy & Juice Production…
The Acumen Resilient Agriculture Fund (ARAF) announced it has secured an additional $90 million in committed capital to scale climate-resilient agribusinesses across the African continent. Current anchor investors in the newly committed capital include returning partners the Green Climate Fund, FMO, and Proparco, joined by new investors Swedfund, BIO, and FASA, alongside a US-based family office. Smallholder farmers produce nearly 80% of Africa’s food, yet climate shocks put their livelihoods, and the food systems that depend on them, at direct risk. ARAF, launched in 2020 as the world’s first equity fund designed to build the climate resilience of smallholder farmers,…
Birchford Technologies, a leading provider of payment system modernization and SWIFT integration solutions in the Middle East and North Africa, announced the launch of its new platform, ProLink AI Translator—a major step forward in developing the region’s digital payment infrastructure. The platform leverages an advanced artificial intelligence model from SWIFT for postal address processing, combined with Birchford’s proprietary reference data engine, making it the first of its kind in the MENA region. The launch aligns with Birchford Technologies’ strategic vision to help financial institutions prepare for the removal of fully unstructured postal addresses from cross-border ISO 20022 payment messages from 14 November 2026, when only…
Fortinet, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, announces its participation as a technology company in the third edition of the Cybersecurity Superhero Academy, a national initiative led by the National Telecommunications Institute (NTI) under the auspices of Egypt’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT). The Cybersecurity Superhero Academy 2026 aims to equip more than 6,000 participants with essential cybersecurity and digital safety skills, making it one of Egypt’s largest cybersecurity awareness and capacity-building initiatives for youth and emerging talent. This year’s intake alone is expected to match the total number of beneficiaries trained across…
Fawry, Egypt’s leading fintech company, and Crystal Mind, a specialist in enterprise software development and business management solutions, have announced the signing of a strategic partnership through Crystal Pay, the specialized digital payments arm of Crystal Mind. The partnership aims to deliver a fully integrated technology solution that directly connects Fawry’s payment acceptance point-of-sale (POS) system with Crystal Mind’s POS system, enabling businesses and merchants to manage sales transactions and accept digital payments through a unified and more efficient operating platform. The new solution leverages the integration of Fawry’s POS system with Crystal Mind’s POS system to enable the automatic…
Vodafone Egypt has once again secured top honours in the latest independent benchmarking report by umlaut, earning the “Best in Test” certification for both its Mobile and Fixed broadband networks in Egypt for the assessment period between November 2025 and May 2026. Having been recognised in 2025 as Egypt’s most reliable network, Vodafone Egypt now leads in every test category for Mobile networks, reflecting Vodafone’s long-term commitment to building and continuously enhancing Egypt’s digital infrastructure, ensuring customers benefit from the country’s strongest connectivity. Reflecting the scale of this recognition, Vodafone Egypt ranked first across all seven Mobile Network categories evaluated…
Advanced Computer Technology (ACT), one of Egypt’s longest-established and largest providers of information technology and cybersecurity solutions, has announced that it has officially received accreditation from the National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) as a certified cybersecurity services provider in the Egyptian market. This milestone reflects the company’s strong technical capabilities and commitment to the highest standards of quality, governance, and regulatory compliance, while supporting Egypt’s national efforts to strengthen cybersecurity and safeguard its digital infrastructure. The accreditation marks another significant achievement in ACT’s journey since its establishment in 1988. Over more than three decades, the company has built an extensive…
B.TECH, the leading, most distinguished and rapidly expanding omnichannel retailer of consumer electronics and home appliances, continues to advance its leadership in customer experience (CX) through an integrated strategy designed to make the entire customer journey from product selection to after-sales support more seamless, flexible, and convenient. B.TECH’s strategy is based on enhancing the customer experience by understanding customer needs and behaviors, offering customized services and solutions tailored to each client’s specific requirements, and continuously listening to and analyzing customer feedback to improve services and solutions. This approach contributes to increased customer satisfaction and loyalty, improved operational efficiency, greater market…
Swypex, an all-in-one B2B financial management platform, today announced a strategic partnership with Newgiza Sports Club (NGSC) to become the official sponsor of the club’s Under-14 and Under-16 Girls’ Basketball teams. The sponsorship supports two squads at the youngest end of a structured development pathway. NGSC runs 12 sports and has set out an ambition of developing athletes capable of competing in the Egyptian National Basketball Championship. Swypex chose girls’ teams deliberately. Egyptian women now outpace men in university enrollment, yet OECD research found that only 6% of firms in Egypt had a woman as top manager in 2022, compared…
Orange Middle East and Africa (OMEA), a leading digital services provider in the region, has released its 2025 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, titled “Growing Together,” showcasing how its digital infrastructure, financial and digital services, energy solutions, Orange Digital Centers, and employee engagement initiatives are driving sustainable and inclusive development across Africa and the Middle East. Operating in 18 countries and serving more than 179 million customers with nearly 19,000 employees, Orange structured the report around three strategic pillars: resilient infrastructure, digital inclusion, and responsible governance, supported by measurable impact indicators and real-life success stories. The report outlines the company’s…
Сybersecurity and privacy experts are raising concerns around the growing trend of sports fans using generative AI to create World Cup-related images, mock-ups, predictions and social media content. Whilst offering new ways for supporters to engage with major sporting events, these tools also introduce risks that many users may underestimate. In light of this, Kaspersky has shared the key risks fans should keep in mind when using generative AI tools, so they can continue enjoying the championship with peace of mind. When fan AI goes rogue. A growing number of AI tools are being used to create World Cup-themed visuals,…
The HUAWEI nova 15 Max is set to redefine smartphone endurance with its massive battery and durable design. Designed for users who demand reliable all-day performance without compromise, the latest addition to the nova series combines power, style, and innovation in one sleek device. In tandem with this remarkable launch, HUAWEI is offering customers the opportunity to book the HUAWEI nova 15 Max to take advantage of an exclusive offer. This includes receiving the FreeBuds SE 3 earbuds as a gift, alongside the option to install the phone for just EGP 916.63 per month over 24 months under a flexible…
Following a comprehensive strategic review of its international investment portfolio, Emirates Telecommunications Group Company PJSC (“e&”) announced the termination of its Relationship Agreement with Vodafone Group PLC (“Vodafone”). In connection with this, e&’s Board representative has stepped down from his position as a non-executive Director of Vodafone. Following the termination of the Relationship Agreement, e& has signed a binding agreement with Vega, an acquisition vehicle wholly owned by the Niel family group, to divest its entire holding of 3,944,743,685 ordinary shares in Vodafone, representing approximately 16.21% of Vodafone’s issued share capital and 17.13% of its total voting rights, for a…
Amazon Egypt announces the launch of Amazon Now, its fastest delivery service to date, delivering fresh groceries and household essentials to customers within 20 minutes in select areas across Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, and the North Coast. Amazon is operating micro-fulfillment centers across Egypt to enable faster deliveries from fresh fruits and vegetables to groceries, personal care, and electronics while reducing delivery distances and easing traffic congestion, with plans to expand to more areas across Egypt in the coming months. Amazon.eg customers pay a flat EGP 25 delivery fee, while Prime members enjoy free delivery on Amazon Now orders above EGP…
IBM today announced the appointment of Eng.Tamer El Kholy as General Manager for North East Africa, succeeding Marwa Abbas, who has led IBM’s business across Egypt and North East Africa, helping drive the company’s growth and expansion across the region. In his new role, El Kholy will lead IBM’s strategy and operations, with a focus on accelerating growth, expanding IBM’s market presence, and deepening relationships with clients and business partners across North East Africa. He will work closely with organizations to help accelerate the adoption of AI and hybrid cloud technologies, unlock value from data, and advance their digital transformation…
Supporting Egypt’s national agenda for AI adoption and digital transformation, Huawei Cloud announced the launch of its Model-as-a-Service (MaaS) offering in Egypt. The service enables enterprises to access, customize, and use Large Language Models Models ( LLMs ) without the need to build or manage complex underlying infrastructure, accelerating the transition from AI exploration to practical, real-world application across business environments. Despite the growing interest in AI across enterprises, many organizations still face challenges related to infrastructure complexity, high development costs, and the need for specialized technical expertise, which slows the shift from early experimentation to operational deployment. MaaS introduces…
During an extensive tour of the historic El-Nasr Automotive Manufacturing Company’s factories in Helwan, Dr. Hussein Issa, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, met with Yehia Abdel Halim, CEO of SN Automotive, alongside several company executives. The meeting was attended by Engineer Mohamed El-Saadawy, Chairman of the Metallurgical Industries Holding Company, and Dr. Nabil Hammad, CEO of El-Nasr Automotive. The Deputy Prime Minister reviewed SN Automotive’s strategic roadmap ahead of introducing the first fully locally assembled electric vehicle (EV) in Egypt and the Middle East, which is being manufactured inside the El-Nasr automotive plant. Yehia Abdel Halim, CEO of SN…