Dr. Bachir Halimi is an Algerian-Canadian computer scientist and entrepreneur, and a pioneer in Arabic-language computing. In 1981, he founded ALIS Technologies and developed solutions that enabled computers to process Arabic and other non-Latin languages. He later founded companies focused on voice communications and intelligent systems, including MediaSoft Telecom and Speech Mobility. His career combines innovation, entrepreneurship, and community engagement, and he shares his expertise in language, technology, communications, and entrepreneurship.