Author: Ashraf Gaber
Cairo: Ashraf Gaber A video clip lasting no more than a few seconds, captured by a smartphone camera and spontaneously posted by a citizen on social media platforms. Within hours, a “Circumstances Revealed” statement is issued, announcing the arrest of the perpetrators. This rapid dynamic is no longer an exception; it has become a daily routine that embodies a radical shift in the philosophy of the Egyptian Ministry of Interior, reflected and expressed by its “Official Page.” We are witnessing a digital ecosystem that has redefined the concept of security response, turning a platform like Facebook into a live operations…
Cairo | TECHz, News Desk – Hosted by ITIDA EME at the Imhotep Innovation and Development Center, the ManuTech Alliance (Manufacturing Technology) was unveiled today, marking a historic pivot in the Middle East’s manufacturing sector. This powerhouse collaboration unites Makkook.ai, Promech Group, and Fruitful Solutions to deliver localized, cutting-edge solutions amid global supply chain volatility, ushering in an era of industrial self-reliance. For decades, regional manufacturers have grappled with high costs and operational delays from “one-size-fits-all” international vendors. The Alliance counters this by bringing award-winning optimization directly to local factory floors, blending domestic agility with global scientific rigor. It fuses Makkook’s…
Aswan: TECHz – News Desk The Information Technology Industry Development Agency ITIDA has concluded the Aswan Bootcamp Series program, successfully supporting 61 tech startups in Upper Egypt, several of which have collectively secured investments estimated at EGP 200 million, underscoring growing investor confidence in Egypt’s entrepreneurial talent and innovative tech startups. The closing event was held at the Digital Egypt Innovation Hub Creativa in Aswan, attended by Engineer Amr Lashin, Governor of Aswan; Engineer Ahmed Elzaher, CEO of ITIDA; Professor Loya Saad El-Din Nasrat, Acting President of Aswan University; and Ms. Karima El Hakim, Partner at Plug and Play Africa,…
Dubai: TECHz – Editor In professional audio, the most important moments are often the ones audiences never notice when collaboration feels seamless and every voice is heard clearly. Shure continues to build on this foundation through a long-term approach to growth, led by women guiding strategy globally and regionally, and supported by an ecosystem-first model across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Rose Shure’s leadership drove the Company forward for decades, including global expansion into many countries. Chris Schyvinck, Shure President and CEO, has continued that vision, leading Shure into another century of innovation and progress. For more than 30…
Dubai: TECHz – News Desk A division of Zoho Corporation and a leading provider of enterprise IT management solutions, today announced the expansion of its unified endpoint management and security (UEMS) platform, Endpoint Central, to include endpoint detection and response (EDR) and secure private access capabilities. The additions bolster Endpoint Central’s endpoint security capabilities by enabling AI-powered threat detection, automated remediation, and Zero Trust access to internal applications through device trust verification. As enterprises manage increasingly distributed workforces and device fleets, endpoints have emerged as both the operational hub of IT and the primary attack surface. Many organizations still rely…
Nairobi: TECHz – News Desk Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) are steadily gaining traction in digital finance, rapidly claiming their position as the backbone of economic growth. However, industry analysts indicate that despite the positive outlook, risk literacy remains a persistent challenge. According to risk management experts, EIRS, this represents a gap that may be holding back the very financial inclusion that promises to uplift these important engines of job creation and innovation across Africa and the Middle East. SMEs constitute an overwhelming majority of firms in the Middle East and North Africa, about 96% of registered companies and roughly…
Cairo: TECHz – News Desk In a strategic move to bolster its footprint in the Egyptian market, vivo Egypt has appointed Raghda Amer as its new Head of Public Relations and Communications. The leadership addition reinforces the technology brand’s commitment to elevating its corporate messaging, expanding media engagement, and strengthening government affairs across the region. Raghda brings extensive, specialized experience in corporate communications within the highly competitive smartphone sector. Prior to joining vivo, she served as PR Manager at OPPO Egypt, where she spearheaded pivotal media initiatives and cultivated strong relationships with top-tier news outlets. Her strategic oversight in organizing…
By: Ashraf Gaber* This article is part of a detailed strategic report that Defence MEA will publish tomorrow, Monday, God willing. With the increasing complexity of the geopolitical situation currently sweeping the Middle East, modern warfare transcends traditional battlefields to reach the minds and convictions of the masses via cyberspace. “Information” is no longer merely a carrier of news, but has become a lethal strategic weapon in itself within the arsenal of fifth-generation warfare and psychological operations (PsyOps). At Defence MEA magazine, we fully realize that our responsibility is not limited to monitoring military movements and defense deals; it extends…
Dubai: TECHz – Newsroom Censys, the authority in internet intelligence and exposure insights, has appointed Meriam ElOuazzani as its first dedicated Vice President for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META) region. In her new role, ElOuazzani will lead the company’s end-to-end regional growth strategy, focusing on revenue expansion, strategic partnerships, and ecosystem development, while strengthening Censys’ position as the default external attack surface intelligence layer for organizations across the region. “We are delighted to welcome Meriam ElOuazzani as Vice President for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa. This appointment deepens our investment in a region where Censys has already…
Dubai – TECHz – Newsdesk: Egypt is once again at the center of Africa’s AI momentum as international technology experts, influential policymakers and startups prepare to convene at Ai Everything MEA Egypt 2026, the world’s first all-AI expo and summit of the year. Announced just four months ago, the event has already mobilised the global AI ecosystem at unprecedented speed, creating one of the foremost AI showcases in Egypt ahead of its 11-12 February 2026 debut. Taking place at the Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC), Ai Everything MEA Egypt is presented by GITEX, the world’s largest tech and AI events network, and…