Ahmed Hassan
Ahmed Hassan is Middle East & Africa Correspondent, reporting on technology adoption, economic development, and innovation across emerging markets. He studied International Relations at American University of Cairo and worked in development finance before journalism. Ahmed's work has been featured in Al Jazeera, African Business, and Foreign Policy. He is based in Dubai and covers the intersection of technology and development.
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The Quiet Reckoning: How AI Is Reshaping Workforces Across Industries
A wave of layoffs at major corporations signals a strategic pivot toward artificial intelligence, leaving thousands of employees in the …
2026 in Memoriam: The Icons Who Left an Indelible Mark on Culture
From cinema legends to musical pioneers, the celebrities we lost this year shaped generations with their talent, defiance, and vision—leaving …
How Vantage AI Is Redefining Security for the 2026 World Cup—and Beyond
The stealth startup’s $250 million funding round signals a shift toward predictive public safety, with implications for global mega-events and …
GLM-5.2: China’s Open-Source AI Challenge to Silicon Valley Dominance
The latest release from Tsinghua University’s research lab is stirring debate over whether open-source innovation can outpace proprietary models from …
How Navy SEAL Training Shaped My Parenting Philosophy
A former special operations officer explains how military discipline and adaptability translate into raising resilient, confident children.