Egypt and Google Offered Free AI Access to Students
The initiative provides university students with one-year access to advanced Google AI tools and cloud storage.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Artificial Intelligence
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Egypt and Google have launched an initiative offering university students aged 18 and older one year of free access to the Google AI Plus subscription plan. The program also expanded to include students in Algeria, Morocco, Iraq, and Jordan.
Why it matters
The program aims to support students with academic research and innovation while promoting the responsible use of artificial intelligence technology. It provides financial relief and technical resources to facilitate digital learning across the region.
The subscription includes 400GB of cloud storage and allows users to summarize books up to 200 pages long. Participants can also generate video clips up to 10 seconds in length through the included tools.
The players
Google is a global technology company specializing in internet-related services, including search, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence software.
The details
Students can register for the offer through a dedicated portal, which also provides access to ongoing training sessions throughout the year. Beyond the free tier, Google is offering up to 75 percent off the Google AI Pro plan and a 70 percent discount on a bundled AI Pro and YouTube Premium subscription.
Timeline
Google launched a similar AI program in Egypt during 2025.
The Ministry and Google announced the current initiative on October 12, 2026.
Registration for the program remains open until December 31, 2026.
The Tech Race
This program reflects a broader trend of major tech firms embedding their specific AI ecosystems into university settings to capture the next generation of developers. By offering these tools, companies position their platforms against competitors in the rapidly evolving landscape of academic and research software.
Eligible students receive immediate access to high-capacity cloud storage and advanced summarization tools that can streamline their daily research workflows. The program also provides a significant cost reduction for those opting for the more advanced AI Pro tiers or bundled YouTube services.
The takeaway
Students looking to maximize these tools should prioritize registering before the end-of-year deadline to ensure access to the training sessions. Taking advantage of the professional plan discounts can also provide long-term savings for those heavily involved in digital innovation.
What happens next
Registration for the student AI program closes on December 31, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by جريدة الأهرام.
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