Syria's First Tech Conference in 50 Years: A Spark of Hope Amidst Reconstruction
2025-02-12
Following the end of the Syrian civil war, a group of Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and tech leaders gathered in Damascus for SYNC 25, the first independent tech conference in 50 years. The conference aimed to connect Silicon Valley with Syria's emerging tech ecosystem and create 25,000 tech jobs over five years. Despite challenges like poor infrastructure, unreliable electricity, and slow internet, Syria boasts resilient and talented software engineers. SYNC 25 represents a significant step in rebuilding Syria's economy and infrastructure, offering a spark of hope for the future.