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Egypt Independent
5 days ago
- Business
- Egypt Independent
PM follows up on real estate export strategy, digital property platform
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said the government is moving forward with implementing recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Urban Development and Real Estate Export, highlighting the strategic importance of the sector. Speaking during a meeting on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in New Alamein City, Madbouly said Egypt aims to simplify property acquisition procedures for foreigners and streamline real estate registration, while promoting Egyptian property abroad through embassies and consulates. Cabinet spokesperson Mohamed al-Homsany said the meeting reviewed progress on launching a digital platform for real estate exports, including coordination with relevant agencies, technical aspects, and regulatory frameworks. The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology reported it has issued property identification numbers for over 18 million residential units. The Justice Ministry is preparing legal frameworks for issuing ownership and transaction certificates. The platform will launch its pilot phase in September 2025 in New Alamein City, expanding to Sheikh Zayed City in December 2025, before rolling out nationwide by mid-2026. The platform will offer listings from both public and private developers, and include a digital registry to facilitate ownership transfer and boost transparency, officials said.
Qatar Tribune
6 days ago
- Qatar Tribune
MCIT participates in WSIS+20 Forum 2025
QNA Geneva Reaffirming Qatar's steadfast commitment to global digital cooperation and its active contribution to shaping the digital future, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) participated in the High-Level Events of the World Summit on the Information Society +20 (WSIS+20) Forum 2025, held from July 7 to 12. The sessions addressed key themes, including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and the advancement of digital government services. The participation included the attendance of minister's advisor, and Artificial Intelligence Committee Chairman, Hassan Jassim Al Sayed, at the official opening of the WSIS+20 Forum. Al Sayed delivered an intervention during the Ministerial Roundtable, in which he presented Qatar's national vision for advancing its digital priorities. He highlighted Qatar's ongoing efforts to strengthen digital infrastructure, design inclusive and accessible government services, and advance key national AI initiatives, such as the development of the Arabic AI project Fanar, the issuance of Principles and Guidelines for Ethical Use and Development of Artificial Intelligence, and the integration of generative AI technologies in government operations in partnership with leading global tech firms. MCIT concluded its participation with the session titled 'Leaders TalkX: Building inclusive and knowledge-driven digital societies', which explored ways to promote digital inclusion and expand equitable access to information and knowledge in the digital age. The session also emphasized the importance of developing robust digital infrastructure and forward-looking policies that foster knowledge production and contribute to building more inclusive and sustainable digital societies. Through this participation, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Qatar's position on the global digital stage, fostering knowledge exchange, and building strategic partnerships that support digital innovation, sustainable technology solutions, and the country's leadership in the ICT sector at the international level.
Qatar Tribune
10-07-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar moving ahead with preparations to host MWC25 Doha
Under the patronage of Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, the State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), continues its preparations to host the inaugural edition of MWC Doha on Nov. 25-26, 2025, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). The event is organised by the GSMA, the global organisation unifying the mobile ecosystem, in partnership with MCIT. This marks the first time the globally renowned MWC series will be held in the Middle East and North Africa region, positioning Doha as a strategic hub for global dialogue on digital transformation. MWC25 Doha is expected to attract international participants from around 60 countries, including 40 percent Director level as well as senior executives, technology leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators. The event will feature cutting-edge exhibitions, dynamic networking spaces, and high-level panels led by hundreds of global speakers. (QNA) page 12
See - Sada Elbalad
09-07-2025
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Egypt Restores Digital Banking Services After Ramses Telecom Fire... ATMs Fully Functional
Taarek Refaat Egypt's banking system has fully restored its digital services, including ATM withdrawals, point-of-sale (POS) payments, and mobile banking applications, following a brief but widespread disruption caused by a major fire at the Ramses Central Telecommunications Center earlier this week. The fire, which broke out Monday evening and continued through Tuesday morning, affected internet connectivity and telecom infrastructure in multiple areas across Cairo, Giza, and Alexandria, disrupting core systems that support Egypt's banking sector. Digital Recovery Across All Banks According to official statements from several banks and a report by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, ATM, POS, mobile banking, and internet banking services have now resumed normal operations across all 36 banks operating in Egypt. During the height of the crisis, several banks temporarily lost access to their digital platforms, including ATM withdrawals and online payments, due to their reliance on internet links connected through the Ramses exchange. However, by 9:00 am on July 8, telecom networks had stabilized through system rerouting and emergency bandwidth reallocation. Only one bank remained affected after that hour, but its issues were fully resolved by the end of the day. 'We worked around the clock, coordinating with telecom operators and central systems to restore services,' a senior banking executive told The Journal. 'Our teams responded rapidly to avoid major financial disruption.' ATM and POS Services Fully Functional Banks have confirmed that over 24,862 ATMs nationwide are once again fully operational, as are POS devices used for electronic payments. Most impacted systems were restored within 12–24 hours, especially in heavily affected areas. Extended Banking Hours and Central Bank Response To ease public pressure and meet growing demand for in-person services, the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) authorized banks to extend their working hours. Some branches are now operating until 5:00 p.m., with select outlets in commercial hubs, shopping malls, and clubs staying open as late as 8:00 p.m., including on weekends. Additionally, the CBE temporarily raised the daily cash withdrawal limit for individuals and businesses at bank branches from EGP 250,000 to EGP 500,000, to accommodate those unable to access digital services during the outage. Instapay Services Unaffected Egypt's real-time payment app, InstaPay, operated without interruption throughout the crisis. The platform, which facilitates instant money transfers, bill payments, and mobile top-ups, continued to process transactions normally due to alternative network redundancies and its independent digital architecture. Lessons Learned and Future Planning The incident has prompted many banks to review their disaster recovery protocols and reinforce backup connectivity measures, especially in areas dependent on single telecom sources. Banks are also investing in wider failover systems and cloud-based infrastructure. 'This event was a stress test,' said one IT director at a leading Egyptian bank. 'We now have proof of where our systems are strong and where we need improvement.' read more CBE: Deposits in Local Currency Hit EGP 5.25 Trillion Morocco Plans to Spend $1 Billion to Mitigate Drought Effect Gov't Approves Final Version of State Ownership Policy Document Egypt's Economy Expected to Grow 5% by the end of 2022/23- Minister Qatar Agrees to Supply Germany with LNG for 15 Years Business Oil Prices Descend amid Anticipation of Additional US Strategic Petroleum Reserves Business Suez Canal Records $704 Million, Historically Highest Monthly Revenue Business Egypt's Stock Exchange Earns EGP 4.9 Billion on Tuesday Business Wheat delivery season commences on April 15 News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
Qatar Tribune
03-07-2025
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar Museums launches first-of-its-kind AI art tour
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Museums (QM) has announced the launch of the pioneering digital initiative, 'QM AI Art Tour', a personalised, artificial intelligence-powered art journey designed to expand access to Qatar's cultural offerings and redefine how audiences engage with art and heritage across the country. This innovative experience, developed through a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) aligns with the goals of Digital Agenda 2030. The collaboration underscores QM's commitment to embracing technology as a key driver of accessibility, inclusivity and cultural innovation. Through the new AI Art Tour, visitors are invited to discover Qatar's museums, public installations, and heritage sites in a completely new way. Users begin their experience by chatting with an AI Art Specialist, who asks questions about their interests and preferences. The AI then curates a unique, personalised route, featuring a custom selection of locations and artworks throughout Doha that reflect the user's personal interests. Mohammed Al Rumaihi, CEO of Qatar Museums, said, 'This initiative reflects our ongoing mission to merge tradition with innovation. By using artificial intelligence to deepen cultural engagement, we are not only increasing accessibility to Qatar's diverse art landscape, but also building meaningful, personal connections between our audiences and the stories we tell through art.' Throughout the journey, the AI Art Specialist remains accessible, offering answers to user's questions, insight into the art, and directions between stops, transforming each visitor's experience into an intuitive, interactive conversation. This initiative makes Qatar's cultural assets more discoverable and engaging for both local residents and international visitors. Reem Al Mansoori, Assistant Undersecretary of Digital Industry Affairs at MCIT, commented, 'At the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, we believe that digital innovation has evolved beyond a supporting role; it is now a driving force reshaping how people interact with their cultural and intellectual environments. This belief continues to guide our efforts to embed advanced technologies across sectors in ways that enrich individual experiences, preserving identity, and promote creativity.' The tour is now live and accessible through Qatar Museums' official website.
