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ITIDA” is proud to announce the participation of 8 leading Egyptian tech companies at Electronica 2024″

Posted on نوفمبر 12, 2024 by Fatma abdelhamed

Egypt Showcases Cutting-edge Electronics Innovation at Electronica 2024 in Germany

:Cairo, Egypt – 12 November 2024

The Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA)

,is proud to announce the participation of eight leading Egyptian tech companies at Electronica 2024

.the premier global trade fair for electronics, held in Munich, Germany, from 12 to 15 November

,This milestone showcases Egypt’s strategic advancements in digital innovation

underscoring the country’s emergence as a dynamic global hub for high-tech services

.and electronics design and manufacturing

ITIDA’s commitment to empowering local innovators aligns with Egypt’s vision

ITIDA’s commitment to empowering local innovators aligns with Egypt’s vision to underpin

.its position as a leading IT offshoring destination and a hub for technology innovation

,Participating companies, including Brightskies, Atoms, and MEMS Vision

,represent a new era of high-tech solutions with applications across automotive, healthcare, sustainable energy

,and IoT. Brightskies, known for its cutting-edge automotive technologies

.provides solutions that power next-gen electric vehicles and autonomous driving

MEMS Vision stands out with advanced sensor technologies that enhance industrial

,and medical applications globally, while Atoms leads in chip testing using AI-powered methods

.reinforcing Egypt’s commitment to quality and innovation

,SSTM showcases its advanced IoT solutions that promote sustainability and industrial efficiency

.providing modular air quality monitoring and energy systems for seamless infrastructure integration

,Swift Act has established a global reputation for its embedded software products

,delivering full-cycle development across automotive, medical, and IoT sectors

.with specialized expertise in cybersecurity and functional safety

,Coretech Innovations, an industry leader in embedded systems since 2021, focuses on automotive

.home automation, and green energy, offering cutting-edge solutions such as EV chargers and smart IoT sensors

,As a deep-tech pioneer, ElSquare offers transformative Industry 4.0 solutions for sectors like manufacturing

.oil & gas, and agriculture, driving digital transformation with an emphasis on sustainability

,Spectratronix complements these innovations with electronic instrumentation and custom telecom solutions

,tailored IoT, and monitoring systems that serve a wide array of applications

.from industrial environments to educational platforms

,These companies demonstrate Egypt’s tech potential

,presenting state-of-the-art solutions that respond to global demands for sustainability, efficiency

.and digital transformation

ITIDA’s participation aligns with the objectives of Egypt Makes Electronics (EME)

initiative—a presidential program designed to establish Egypt’s electronics industry as a key driver of economic growth.

This program capitalizes on Egypt’s robust IT sector and its unique value propositions

,and strategic advantages, including a wealth of skilled talent at competitive costs and a huge

.scalable base of digital expertise

https://mcit.gov.eg/ar/Media_Center/Latest_News/News/68045

ICT Minister Witnesses the Launch of Invest IT Program in Collaboration with ITIDA and Flat6Labs to Support Tech Startups

Posted on نوفمبر 4, 2024 by malak ahmed

Cairo- 4 November 2024:
Dr. Amr Talaat, ICT Minister , witnessed the launch of the Invest IT program, aimed at supporting tech startups. The program, introduced by the Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (TIEC), which is part of the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA), comes in collaboration with Flat6Labs, a leading provider of early-stage venture capital in the Middle East and North Africa.
The program aims to empower Egyptian ICT and ICT-enabled startups at the seed funding stage or in pre-Series A across various governorates in Egypt. Invest IT program is designed to drive innovation, support startups, and contribute to Egypt’s economic growth.
The program is executed in two phases. The first phase focuses on preparing the participating startups for investment by providing a comprehensive set of training sessions, workshops, and advisory meetings tailored to each company, along with the essential tools and resources needed. The second phase of the program involves networking between the participating startups and a number of investors.
Dr. Amr Talaat, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, stated: “The Egyptian government is unwavering in its commitment to fostering a vibrant tech startup ecosystem. We are actively implementing a range of initiatives and programs that aim at upskilling entrepreneurs, attracting global incubators and accelerators, matchmaking startups with investors, and establishing Digital Egypt innovation hubs nationwide to empower entrepreneurs to turn their innovations into successful commercial ventures. We are actively working to simplify the establishment procedures and post-establishment processes, alongside investing in digital infrastructure. Egypt is among the top three countries in the Middle East and Africa for attracting investments in startup technology companies.”
Engineer Ahmed ElZaher, CEO of ITIDA, stated: “We are excited to join forces with Flat6Labs to accelerate the growth of Egyptian startups. By working together, we can create a more robust ecosystem and help startups scale and become globally competitive. This program is part of ITIDA’s ongoing efforts to support entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey starting from the initial idea to scaling and expansion into international markets.”
Hany El Sonbaty, Founder and Chairman of Flat6Labs, says, “With the launch of the InvestIT Program, we expand our support for Egyptian entrepreneurs—the innovators we’ve proudly supported since 2011. This program is not just about preparing startups for investment; it’s about equipping them with the tools and connections to scale their impact. Through our collaboration with ITIDA and TIEC, we’re committed to building a strong, vibrant ecosystem where startups can make a real impact on the tech landscape in Egypt.”
The contracts for implementing the program were signed by Engineer Ahmed ElZaher, CEO of the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA), and Mr. Hany El Sonbaty, Founder and Chairman of Flat6Labs, in the presence of Mr. Ahmed El-Alfi, Founder of Flat6Labs, and Ms. Dina El-Shenoufy, Chief Investment officer at Flat6Labs, along with several leaders from the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (TIEC), and Flat6Labs.
The program is set to support 12 startups over a duration of 6 to 8 months. During this time, the program administrators will provide consultation and coaching services to each of the 12 selected startups, addressing elements related to their investment readiness. The program will also support these startups in setting up their data rooms, containing all relevant investment-related documents. A key focus will be on connecting the startups with potential investors, international and local, and supporting them in closing investment deals.
To be eligible, startups must be at the seed funding stage or in pre-Series A rounds and have a scalable product or service. Furthermore, applicants must have been registered for at least two years prior to the program’s start date, and the founding team should consist of two or more members.
For applications, please visit the website of the Program https://tiec.gov.eg/English/Programs/Invest-IT/Pages/default.aspx

ITIDA and NTI Conclude 2024 Summer Internship Program

Posted on أكتوبر 17, 2024 by Fatma abdelhamed

ITIDA and NTI Conclude 2024 Summer Internship Program,

Empowering Over 1,700 ICT Students with In-Demand Tech Skills in AI,

Cybersecurity, and Software Development

Cairo – Egypt, 17 October 2024: The Information Technology Industry Development Agency

(ITIDA) announced that it has successfully concluded its annual Summer Internship Program,

training over 1700 ICT students from various Egyptian governorates on the latest technological trends.

The program is conducted in collaboration with the National Telecommunications Institute (NTI).
ITIDA’s Summer Internship Program, launched in 2014, is one of its key human capacity development initiatives.

It provides free, hands-on training on the latest technological trends to computer science and engineering students.

This year, Students in Engineering and IT faculties have received training on the latest technological trends,

precisely in the fields of 5G Technologies (22 trainees), Artificial Intelligence (282 trainees),

Amazon Web Services Cloud (91 trainees), Big Data Analysis (59 trainees),

and Cisco CCNA (324 trainees).

The training tracks also covered Cyber Ops Associate (232 trainees),

Data Analysis skills for freelancers (100 trainees), Digital Design using FPGA (103 trainees),

Graphic Design (55 trainees), and Internet of things Applications (IoT) (95 trainees). Additionally

, the program MEAN-Stack Web Development (63 trainees), Red Hat systems Administration (98 trainees),

and Web Design (190 trainees).

Engineer Ahmed ElZaher, CEO of ITIDA, noted:

“It is essential to prepare university students across Egypt to enhance their digital capabilities and empower them

to become skilled professionals. We’re dedicated to equipping Egypt’s future tech talents with the latest skills.

Our free training program aims to prepare them for the job market, boost their employability,

and enable them to explore freelancing opportunities,”.

ElZaher highlighted the close collaboration between ITIDA and NTI,

commending the institute’s extensive experience in executing and managing training programs that aim to enhance digital skills in various IT fields.

The 2024 Summer Internship Program has trained more 1700 talented and motivated students,

across the country, with 615 trainees from the Northern governorates and the Nile Delta,

528 from Greater Cairo region, 484 from Upper Egypt, and 87 from the Canal governorates.

Dr. Ahmed Khattab, Director of NTI,

stated that training Egyptian university students on the latest technological trends before graduation is a priority for the Institute.

This program provides students with the opportunity to engage closely with technology and acquire practical skills that align with the demands of the local, regional, and international job markets, thereby opening opportunities for

Egyptian talent to access new markets.

Khattab added: “This summer, trainees in the program received scientific training,

in addition to free practical courses by renowned international companies’ academies,

such as Cisco Academy, Amazon Academy, Huawei Academy, Red Hat Academy,

and others affiliated with the Institute.

Additionally, students were trained in freelancing skills and personal development alongside technical tracks,

equipping them for job opportunities before graduation and meeting the needs of both local

and global job markets.”