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Zawya
6 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Beltone Holding launches MENA-focused unit Robin to boost AI growth
Cairo - Beltone Holding has launched a wholly owned subsidiary specializing in data science and AI called Robin, according to a press release. The launch aligns with Beltone's strategic vision to empower organizations with intelligent, scalable solutions that unlock value and accelerate growth across a fast-evolving business landscape. Based in Cairo, Robin aims to simplify complexity and convert data into practical value through tailored AI solutions. The unit will serve large enterprises, startups, and vital sectors across Egypt and the MENA region. Basma Rady, Chief Data Scientist at Beltone Holding and Managing Director of Robin, stated: "We have built a team of top-tier talent with diverse technical backgrounds, allowing us to design advanced, cross-sector solutions.' 'We prioritize people over technology, because real transformation begins with the minds behind the innovation. Our goal is to turn data into decisions and decisions into real impact,' Rady added. Robin offers a comprehensive portfolio of services that backs companies across every stage of their data journey. It develops tailored solutions that embed intelligence into daily operations, improving performance, precision, and growth. It also creates data products, including real-time market monitoring tools, sector-specific predictive insights, intelligent dashboards, and automated strategic reporting to boost efficiency and deliver measurable impact. In the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, Beltone Holding generated consolidated operating revenues of EGP 2.80 billion. Meanwhile, the net profits amounted to EGP 703 million.
Al-Ahram Weekly
7 days ago
- Business
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egyptian Beltone Holding establishes AI subsidiary Robin - Tech
Egyptian financial services firm Beltone Holding has launched Robin, a wholly owned subsidiary dedicated to artificial intelligence and data science solutions across the Middle East and North Africa. The initiative underscores the region's accelerating demand for advanced AI capabilities and robust data infrastructure, signalling significant career opportunities for technology professionals and AI talent. Robin, headquartered in Cairo, is positioned to serve as a regional hub for intelligent data solutions. Its mandate is to transform complex, unstructured data into actionable insights designed to drive business growth and operational resilience. Robin's services cater to a broad client base, ranging from large corporations to emerging start-ups, directly addressing the region's persistent challenge of effective data utilisation. 'Robin was founded on the belief that data is not merely a support tool, but the essential foundation for impactful business growth,' stated Basma Rady, Chief Data Scientist at Beltone Holding and Managing Director of Robin. 'Our focus prioritises the human element behind innovation. We have assembled a multidisciplinary team with deep technical expertise, enabling us to engineer advanced, cross-sector solutions that are both practical and impactful.' The subsidiary offers a comprehensive service portfolio, guiding clients through all stages of their data journey—from initial data preparation to full-scale AI implementation—effectively turning raw data into strategic assets. Robin also specialises in developing customised intelligent systems that integrate seamlessly into existing operations, enhancing performance and precision. These systems include proprietary tools such as real-time monitoring dashboards, predictive analytics models, and sector-specific reporting solutions. In parallel, Robin is investing in upskilling talent for the AI era through targeted literacy programmes, workshops, and hands-on training. These initiatives are designed to empower both technical teams and executives, ensuring organisations are equipped to navigate the evolving AI landscape with confidence. Robin is currently active in several key sectors, including financial services, insurance, real estate, e-commerce, hospitality, and logistics, with promising applications also identified in healthcare, manufacturing, and public policy. The firm maintains stringent data security protocols, ensuring that client data remains either on-premises or within secure, segregated infrastructure environments and is accessed strictly on a 'need-to-know' basis. This launch coincides with a pivotal moment in Egypt's digital transformation. In January, the government unveiled the second edition of its National AI Strategy (2025–2030)—an ambitious roadmap aimed at accelerating the 'Digital Egypt' initiative and positioning the country as a regional leader in artificial intelligence. The strategy, built on six core pillars and 21 strategic initiatives, prioritises the expansion of computational infrastructure, the enhancement of data governance to balance privacy with private sector access, and the significant development of AI competencies and digital skills. Among the strategy's key targets are the cultivation of 30,000 AI specialists, the establishment of 250 successful AI companies, and the publication of 6,000 academic papers annually by 2030. For technology professionals and AI talent, Robin's emergence—aligned with Egypt's national strategy—heralds a robust and expanding job market. The AI Talent Readiness Index for Africa 2025 ranked Egypt, alongside Tunisia, as the second-best prepared country on the continent for AI talent, reflecting significant national investments in education and digital capacity-building. While competition is intensifying, particularly for roles involving AI, machine learning, and data analysis, this growth is also fostering more competitive compensation packages designed to attract top talent. Demand for Python programmers, AI agents, and foundational software development expertise remains high, with AI and data science roles accounting for approximately nine per cent of Egypt's job market as of June 2025. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
CairoScene
7 days ago
- Business
- CairoScene
Cairo-Based Beltone Holding Launches AI Subsidiary Robin
Cairo-Based Beltone Holding Launches AI Subsidiary Robin Beltone Holding has launched Robin, an AI and data science subsidiary, to support enterprises and startups with advisory, training, and tailored tech tools that turn data into strategic value. Beltone Holding has officially launched Robin, a wholly owned subsidiary specialising in data science and artificial intelligence (AI). Based in Cairo, Robin aims to support enterprises and startups across Egypt and the wider MENA region by providing data-driven solutions that improve decision-making, performance, and long-term growth. The launch is part of Beltone's broader strategy to enable organisations to adapt to an increasingly complex business landscape through intelligent, scalable technologies. Robin offers a full suite of services, including Data & AI Advisory to help businesses structure and utilise their data, as well as Data and AI Implementation to embed tailored AI solutions into operations. "Robin was founded on the belief that data is not just a support tool, but the foundation for driving impactful business growth. We've built a team of top-tier talent with diverse technical backgrounds, allowing us to design advanced, cross-sector solutions," Basma Rady, Chief Data Scientist at Beltone Holding and Managing Director of Robin, tells StartupScene. "We prioritise people over technology, because real transformation begins with the minds behind the innovation. Our goal is to turn data into decisions and decisions into real impact." Beyond technical integration, Robin also focuses on upskilling teams through workshops and hands-on training programmes designed to equip decision-makers and staff with practical AI skills. The company's growing portfolio of data products includes real-time monitoring tools, predictive insights, intelligent dashboards, and automated reporting systems. By combining domain expertise with emerging technologies, Robin aims to bridge the gap between advanced analytics and practical applications across industries such as finance, logistics, and services. Beltone Holding, listed on the Egyptian Stock Exchange ( continues to expand its footprint in financial and non-banking services, and sees Robin as a key pillar in its vision to revolutionise the region's financial and digital sectors.
Zawya
06-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Robin launches from Cairo to lead the region's advanced data science and AI landscape
Cairo – Beltone Holding has officially launched Robin, it's a wholly owned subsidiary specializing in data science and artificial intelligence (AI). This launch reflects Beltone's belief in the transformative power of data science and AI to drive impactful business growth and enable informed decision-making. The launch of Robin comes as part of Beltone's strategic vision to empower organizations with intelligent, scalable solutions that unlock value and accelerate growth across a fast-evolving business landscape. Robin, based in Cairo, is guided by a clear vision of simplifying complexity and converting data into practical value through tailored AI solutions. The company serves large enterprises, startups, and vital sectors across Egypt and the MENA region. In this context, Basma Rady, Chief Data Scientist at Beltone Holding and Managing Director of Robin, stated: "Robin was founded on the belief that data is not just a support tool, but the foundation for driving impactful business growth. We've built a team of top-tier talent with diverse technical backgrounds, allowing us to design advanced, cross-sector solutions. We prioritize people over technology, because real transformation begins with the minds behind the innovation. Our goal is to turn data into decisions and decisions into real impact." Robin offers a comprehensive portfolio of services that support companies across every stage of their data journey. Its Data & AI Advisory services guide businesses from data preparation to implementation, transforming raw data into strategy, structure, and scalable value. Through Data and AI Implementation, Robin builds tailored solutions that embed intelligence into daily operations, enhancing performance, precision, and growth. Robin also invests in Upskilling talent for the Age of AI, providing the knowledge and tools to empower teams and executives. Through tailored workshops and hands-on training programs, Robin equips organizations with practical Data & AI skills that can be immediately applied to drive smarter decisions and long-term success. In addition, Robin develops cutting-edge Data Products, including real-time market monitoring tools, sector-specific predictive insights, intelligent dashboards, and automated strategic reporting - each designed to boost efficiency and deliver measurable impact. About Robin: Robin, a subsidiary of Beltone Holding, specializes in data science and artificial intelligence (AI), transforming complex data into actionable insights. Headquartered in Cairo and serving the MENA region, Robin empowers organizations from large corporates to startups by turning data into a strategic asset. The company simplifies complexity by delivering intelligent solutions that drive smarter decision-making, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth. With a team of experts that combines deep domain knowledge and cutting-edge technologies, Robin delivers scalable and transparent solutions. Its purpose is to bridge the gap between advanced data analytics and real-world applications, helping businesses optimize performance, reduce risk, and innovate for long-term success. By integrating predictive modeling, AI-powered solutions, and data-driven strategies, Robin provides tailored services that address the unique needs of each client from financial services to logistics and beyond. For more information, please visit the company website: About Beltone Holding: Beltone Holding (Egyptian Stock Exchange Code: is a leading provider of financial services with a distinguished track record spanning decades in the Middle East and North Africa. The Company offers a comprehensive and expanding range of financial solutions and services, including securities brokerage, underwriting and advisory services, asset management, research, and direct investment, as well as non-banking financial services such as leasing, factoring, consumer finance, venture capital, microfinance, real estate finance, and small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) financing. The company has an ambitious vision to revolutionize the financial sector in the region, leveraging the global expertise and knowledge of its team to provide innovative, value-added solutions, create additional opportunities for its clients, enhance market value, and achieve impactful results. For more information, please visit the company's website:
