March in Tech: Synapsers in Boston, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Cairo ??

Hello, everyone!

Ramadan Kareem to all those who celebrate! ?? While this month brings a welcomed slowdown for many, the tech ecosystem continues to buzz with innovation. From groundbreaking advancements in AI to pivotal industry events, the momentum continues to build.

Our team has been actively engaged in research and on the conference circuit, making our mark from Boston, to Abu Dhabi and Riyadh. From the bustling corridors of industry conferences to the quiet hum of innovation in our labs, the Synapse team has been at the forefront of it all.

In celebration of Women’s History Month, the techQualia team is thrilled to unveil its latest Women in Tech (in Egypt!) report, highlighting the incremental progress, historicizing the tacit structures that hinder gender parity in AI, and outlining the mitigation efforts taken by Synapse Analytics.

As part of the Synapse community, you're not just an observer – you're an integral part of the journey. So, we invite you to take a look at the report (and all our latest achievements!) and share your insights to help us co-create a gender-equitable future of tech innovation.

Let's dive into this month's newsletter and explore the latest developments shaping our company and and industry!

In this issue: ?

1. Synapse Analytics Taking The Stage At Harvard Business School
2. End-to-End AI Credit Decisioning alongside CREALOGIX at LEAP, SA!
3. tQ Women in Tech Report: on equity, opportunity, and representation in Egypt
4. In The Spotlight: Marco Rizk At Ai ??????? On El-Radio 9090, Ahmed Elgarem Collaborating With The Data Science Hub
5. Synapse’s Annual Ramadan Iftar: the standout moments!

1. Synapse Analytics Taking The (Glorious!) Stage At Harvard Business School

3 Panels, 2 Conferences & 1 Sponsorship at Harvard Business School !

This past month, Synapse Analytics took the stage at Harvard Business School, participating in three panels across the Africa Forward and MENA Business conferences.

Our co-founder & COO, Galal Elbeshbishy , has been invited to engage in meaningful dialogues about the transformative impact of AI, strategies for entrepreneurial success in MENA, and the evolving landscape of fintechs.

Our involvement showcased not only our dedication to democratizing AI and building a more inclusive financial ecosystem but also allowed us to contribute to discussions shaping the future of these sectors in the African and MENA regions.This past month, Synapse Analytics participated in three panels, two conferences, and acquiring one sponsorship across the Africa Forward and MENA Business conferences.

2. End-to-End AI Credit Decisioning at? LEAP!

The Synapse Analytics team thoroughly enjoyed their participation in LEAP , hailed as 'the world's most attended tech event, where you journey Into New Worlds.' We took pride in presenting our cutting-edge decisioning and analytics engines tailored for the financial services and retail sectors, while also engaging with fellow pioneers in the tech ecosystem. Among the brilliant attendees was CREALOGIX , our esteemed partner, who showcased their innovative Loan Origination Hub, enabling no-code, customizable loan policies.

?Did you get a chance to connect with both teams and delve deeper into the exciting prospects of AI-driven credit underwriting?

3. WOMEN IN TECH: On Equity, Opportunity, and Representation in Egypt

March is finally here, bringing with it the opportunity to honor the remarkable women in the tech industry.

In celebration of Women’s History Month, the techQualia team has updated the report on Women in Tech, highlighting the incremental progress, historicizing the tacit structures that hinder gender parity in AI, and outlining the mitigation efforts taken by Synapse Analytics.

Despite global efforts to increase women's participation in STEM, the journey towards gender parity remains challenging. Since our last report, the global presence of women in STEM has seen a modest rise of 9.2%. This incremental progress prompts a critical reflection on the barriers still hindering greater gender equality.

Why isn’t the growth more significant, despite extensive local initiatives? What factors continue to perpetuate this imparity? And how is this women’s underrepresentation particularly dangerous in AI?

Dive into the full report for a detailed exploration of the theoretical framework, statistics, mitigation efforts, and pathways for a gender-equitable future in tech innovation:

4. Synapsers in the Spotlight

1. Marco Rizk at AI ??????? on El-Radio 9090

Our Senior AI & Machine Learning Engineer, Marco Rizk , was recently featured on AI ???????, a show on El-Radio 9090 hosted by Raghda Elsheemy, where he got to chat about everything AI

2. Ahmed ElGarem collaborating with the Data Science Hub

Our Data Science Manager, Ahmed ElGarem , was also making waves this month as he collaborated with the Data Science Hub at AUC. The collaboration involved a workshop called ‘Delving Deeper into the World of Data-Driven Optimization’, where the participants got the chance to merge that knowledge with industrial case studies with Ahmed ElGarem.?

5. Synapsers' Annual Ramadan Iftar

As March drew to a close, our expanding team gathered for our annual Ramadan iftar. Here are some of the standout moments:?

• The stuffed vine leaves (or mahshy!) were to die for–truly irresistable. The coffee…not so much. Priorities were tested!
• Kanzy, our esteemed People and Culture Specialist, surprised us all with a stunning array of personalized mugs, adding a touch of individuality to the evening and leaving us all feeling appreciated.
• More importantly, gratitude filled the room as we came together to prepare meals for those less fortunate, a humbling reminder of the importance of giving back and supporting our community.

Finally…..we took a new group pic! Check us out: ??