Egypt’s Secured and Smart Documents Complex is the first of its kind in the Middle East and Africa. The Complex produces smart documents and instruments, relevant technological systems, and biometric databases, following international standards and using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and smart control systems.

Financial institutions in Egypt are adopting a set of regulations to digitize financial transactions, paving the way for applying the electronic invoicing system. This comes as the country makes huge efforts to accelerate digital transformation and attain Egypt Vision 2030.

Mobile wallets in Egypt increased by 27% year-on-year to EGP 25 million in 2021, with 227 million transactions, almost double the volume of transactions in 2020, according to the Financial Regulatory Authority.

In 2021, the Egyptian ICT sector witnessed remarkable advancements thanks to the efforts made by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) on different levels, becoming the fastest-growing state sector. The article throws light on Egypt’s burgeoning ICT sector.

In Egypt, financial inclusion has become a strategic focus on the government's agenda. Both governmental and business entities are doing their best to stimulate economic growth and accelerate the widespread adoption of digital financial services. The article sheds light on fintech investment in Egypt and how digital tech trends contribute to the overall economic development.

Egypt has been building the digital capabilities of its citizens, developing the business environment, and laying the foundations of a knowledge society, believing that modern technologies are a gateway to economic prosperity, a report by the Cabinet’s Media Center highlighted. The article outlines the country’s journey toward digital transformation.

Egypt has moved up 19 spots to sit in the 7th place on the 2021 Global Retail Development Index (GRDI) by Kearney, citing increased consumer confidence and growing digital shopping trends strengthened by the country’s growing Internet penetration.

Egypt University of Informatics (EUI), established at the Knowledge City in the New Administrative Capital, will revolutionize the local ICT industry, placing Egypt among the leading countries in this field. EUI mission is to qualify young people to become specialists in different ICT domains and sciences, helping them gain a competitive edge in global markets and contribute to achieving digital transformation. The University offers world-class academic programs modeled on those offered at top-notch international universities.

Telecom Egypt has a history of over 165 years serving its customers in Egypt and the region. Capitalizing on Egypt’s location at the heart of the world, the company provides advanced telecom solutions to the market and offers unmatched value propositions to simplify people’s lives. The article sheds light on Telecom Egypt’s achievements.