Iran celebrates National IT Day, honors Al-Khwarizmi’s legacy and digital progress
Country highlights achievements in infrastructure, e-governance, and innovation as it climbs global tech rankings
TEHRAN, Iran (MNTV) — Iran marked its annual Information Technology (IT) Day on July 13, commemorating the legacy of 9th-century Persian scholar Abu Jafar Mohammad Ibn Musa Al-Khwarizmi, widely recognized as the father of algebra and a pioneer in algorithmic thinking.
The day serves as a national reminder of the importance of digital transformation, promoting public digital literacy, supporting tech professionals, and celebrating Iran’s contributions to global scientific advancement.
Al-Khwarizmi’s groundbreaking work in mathematics, astronomy, and geography laid the foundation for modern computing, and terms such as “algebra” and “algorithm” are derived from his writings.
Iranian authorities marked National IT Day by highlighting key digital achievements, including the expansion of fiber optic infrastructure and the rollout of the national information network.
They also emphasized progress in e-government services, such as electronic tax systems and smart civil registration.
Other milestones include the issuance of national digital ID cards, indigenous cybersecurity solutions such as firewalls and antivirus software, and homegrown systems for big data analytics and cloud computing.
The country has also seen a rapid rise in digital startups, contributing to a growing innovation ecosystem.
According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Technology and Innovation Report 2025, Iran ranks 72nd out of 166 countries in terms of technological readiness, placing it among the upper middle-income group. This marks a one-position rise from its 2022 ranking.
Iran performed particularly well in research and development, securing 35th place globally in that sub-index.
It also showed improvement in financial readiness, climbing to 56th place from 62nd in 2022. However, rankings declined in skills development and ICT infrastructure, now standing at 82nd and 94th respectively.
The UNCTAD report, which focuses on inclusive artificial intelligence (AI) for development, underscores the need for global cooperation in AI policy and equitable access to frontier technologies.
It identifies key priorities such as digital infrastructure, data access, and skills training—areas where Iran is aiming to improve as part of its broader tech strategy.
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