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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Elon Musk’s Stratospheric Rise: How SpaceX Dethroned Amazon in the Corporate Cosmos
The Tesla and SpaceX CEO’s net worth has surged to $1.4 trillion, propelling him past Jeff Bezos as the world’s …
The Algorithmic Lottery: Why Your Uber Ride Costs What It Does—and Why It Shouldn’t
A new study reveals wild price fluctuations for identical trips on ride-hailing apps, exposing the opaque mechanics of dynamic pricing …
SpaceX’s Meteoric Rise: The Engine of a New Economic Paradigm
As Elon Musk’s space venture edges toward a $2.75 trillion valuation, its ascent reflects more than investor enthusiasm—it signals a …
Fox’s $22 Billion Roku Gamble: A High-Stakes Bet on the Future of Streaming
The media giant’s audacious acquisition signals a seismic shift in the streaming wars, reflecting both ambition and desperation in an …
Disney’s $55 Billion Bet: A High-Stakes Play for the Future of Themed Entertainment
As the company doubles down on immersive experiences, its massive capital expenditure signals a transformative shift in how entertainment is …