AI Skills Push: Egypt and Intel signed an MoU to train 1 million citizens annually in AI over three years, focusing on responsible and safe use as part of the national AI strategy. Defense Tech Cooperation: Egypt’s Military Production Ministry discussed with China’s CEC cooperation in digital tech, advanced radars, electronics, cybersecurity and fibre optics, including localisation with local firms. Maritime Trade Link: Egypt and Senegal are exploring a commercial shipping route between Alexandria and Dakar to boost bilateral trade and maritime transport ties. Industry Roadmap: Egypt’s Industry Ministry met cement manufacturers to stabilise the domestic market and expand exports, including updates to building code and support for solar net-metering. Ancient Tech & Science: Archaeologists reported a likely New Kingdom warhorse with an honorific burial in Egypt’s Nile Delta, alongside fortress planning and resource-management finds. Space/Heritage Buzz: A researcher claims Great Pyramid dimensions encode astronomical knowledge, though mainstream Egyptology disputes the idea. Cyber Security: The US Coast Guard boarded a tanker after hackers attacked its network, saying there were no reported operational disruptions or environmental impacts. Regional Navigation Pressure: Yemen’s Houthis captured Mocha and nearby islands, tightening pressure on Bab al-Mandab shipping and raising stakes for Egypt and Saudi Arabia’s navigation talks.