Bitcoin: ‘Islamic State’s online currency venture
Between Bitcoin and gold, the "Islamic State" is experimenting with currency, marking a new step in its state crafting ambitions. But will the latest move further embed it amid international…
Russia takes advantage of Western reluctance in engage in Syria
Russia may soon bolster the Syrian army by deploying ground troops, allowing Moscow to expand its influence on the developments in the Syrian war. Western states are doing less and…
Salem resigns from TE, despite calls for him to stay
Mohamed Salem, Chairman of Telecom Egypt (TE), has resigned, despite attempts to convince him to remain, according to Osama Yassin, Managing Director, CEO and board member of TE. Yassin added…
CPA suspends ‘Beyti Tropicana’ apple juice production
CPA monitored clients' warnings on social networks regarding a change in the product’s taste
Concerns over ‘Islamic State’ funds entering Arab banks for terrorist operations: UAB Secretary-General
Movement of funds across the border is uncontrolled, there is no international law to regulate this process
European Council president on first visit to Egypt
Donald Tusk discussed the Syrian refugee crisis with Al-Sisi, as well as investments and the Palestinian conflict
EU relaxed about Greek elections
Six weeks after settling a third bailout package, Brussels' attention to Greece has waned, even as Sunday's vote looms. Everyone hopes that a new government will implement the aid program…
El Molla: A man of difficult missions
El Molla was able to reduce the EGPC’s dues to governmental bodies, to approximately EGP 135bn compared to the EGP 195bn at the end of August
