Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Egypt has signed the UN Cybercrime Convention, joining global efforts to combat cyber threats and strengthen digital cooperation. The move reinforces Egypt’s cybersecurity leadership, with plans to establish an Egypt–Africa cybercrime prevention center alongside the UNODC.
BARQ Systems has become one of Egypt’s first companies accredited under the MCIT cybersecurity framework, covering eight cybersecurity domains. The milestone strengthens Egypt’s digital infrastructure and supports Vision 2030’s goal of building a secure, resilient national digital ecosystem.
Egypt’s Cybersecurity Academy enters its second year, offering free training to 5,000 young people across school, university, and graduate levels. Supported by national authorities and international tech companies, the program provides practical cybersecurity skills and accredited certification, aiming to enhance digital safety and career readiness nationwide.