Orange Egypt has announced the availability of pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, coinciding with the global launch of Apple’s latest smartphones. The launch reinforces Orange Egypt’s commitment to bringing the latest technologies to its customers while delivering an integrated ownership experience built around convenience, flexibility and added value. Through its “Orange Taqseet” platform, Orange Egypt is offering customers the opportunity to purchase the latest smartphones with 0% interest, no down payment and no administrative fees, with flexible payment terms of up to 24 months. What sets the service apart is the ability to pay…
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Telecom Egypt, one of the largest subsea cable operators in North Africa, has signed an agreement with Power Sub Link to construct the Sharm El Sheikh-Taba subsea cable, extending the Red Sea Subsea Festoon Cable System to Taba. A press release issued by Telecom Egypt frames the cable as a vital step in completing connectivity between the Red Sea and the Mediterranean. The cable will run for approximately 200 km and have a capacity of around 5 petabits per second. The system is expected to be ready for service in the fourth quarter of 2027. “This project aligns with our…
Today, Zerospolit MEA and Comforte AG announced a strategic partnership to help financial institutions, banks, telecom operators, and other organizations handling sensitive customer data across Egypt and the MENA region. With Zerosploit MEA’s cybersecurity success serving banks, telecom operators, fintech companies, and government entities and Comforte AG’s expertise in data-centric security, organizations can protect sensitive data across their full technology stack from core systems and payment infrastructures to cloud, analytics, and AI. Under the partnership, Zerosploit will serve as Comforte’s regional partner, bringing the TAMUNIO Data Security Platform to banks, payment processors, telecom operators, fintechs, and other regulated organizations across…
Cyshield, a leading Egyptian cybersecurity and digital solutions company, has signed a cooperation protocol with the National Bank of Egypt (NBE) to develop and enhance the Bank’s cybersecurity capabilities and strengthen the efficiency of its cybersecurity incident response and management framework, supporting the protection of its digital systems and infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. Under the protocol, Cyshield will support the development of NBE’s Cybersecurity Incident Response and Management Center, in addition to providing an advanced Security Operations Center (SOC) automation platform powered by Agentic AI. The solution is designed to enhance the Bank’s capabilities in security monitoring, analysis, detection,…
banknbox has delivered the technology foundation behind the launch of Maldives Premier Bank (MPB), taking the new bank from implementation to go-live in just three months. MPB is the Maldives’ first digital-led commercial bank, serving retail, premier and corporate clients, and the ninth bank licensed to operate in the country by the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA). It launched at an inaugural ceremony attended by President Dr Mohamed Muizzu, who officially launched the bank’s mobile banking application and internet banking portal. Customers could open accounts, transact and access digital services from the first day of operations, rather than waiting for capabilities…
WideBot AI, in collaboration with content creator Ahmed El Ghandour, host of (El Daheeh), is launching “AQL with El-Ghandour,” a 16-episode knowledge series designed to simplify artificial intelligence concepts and make them more accessible and easier to understand for Arabic-speaking audiences. The pilot episode premieres on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, on WideBot’s YouTube channel, available to audiences for free. The series will then continue across four waves of content, comprising a total of 16 episodes. Artificial intelligence is no longer a subject limited to technology specialists. As AI continues to rapidly enter business, government, education, healthcare, and other areas, its…
Sandisk today announced the SANDISK® NAS portfolio of high-endurance SSDs purpose-built for modern network-attached storage (NAS) environments. As prosumers and small businesses generate more data and increasingly rely on collaborative, always-on workflows, users are seeking reliable high-speed private cloud deployments utilizing NAS. The new SANDISK® NAS 600 SATA SSD and SANDISK® NAS 800 NVMe™ SSD are engineered to deliver the reliable, consistent performance, high-endurance, and scalability required for today’s demanding NAS workloads. Designed for accelerating hybrid and all-flash NAS systems, Sandisk’s new NAS SSD portfolio includes two high-endurance and high-performance SSDs engineered for multi-user or demanding creative professional workloads. ·…
For the third consecutive year, CONNECT Professional Services (CONNECT PS) will take part in the fifth edition of LEAP 2026, hosted at the Cisco booth. Running from August 31 to September 3, 2026, the event will witness CONNECT PS showcase its latest Future-Proofed Workplaces solutions, built to help organizations create smarter, more agile and more secure work environments as the ICT sector continues to evolve rapidly. CONNECT PS’s participation in one of the region’s leading technology events comes as of a broader strategy to strengthen its presence across regional and Gulf markets and to highlight its expertise in delivering communications,…
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…
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…