James Okafor
James Okafor serves as Economics Editor, focusing on global markets, cryptocurrency, and financial technology. He holds an MBA from London Business School and spent five years as an investment analyst before transitioning to journalism. His analysis has appeared in Financial Times, Bloomberg, and The Economist. James is based in London and brings unique insight to the intersection of technology and finance.
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The Hamptons Unspoken: Five Summer Sins of the Seasonal Visitor
A lifelong resident reveals the subtle missteps that mark outsiders—from dress codes to dinner reservations—and how to navigate the East …
Sebastian Kurz’s Second Act: From Politics to AI Cybersecurity Empire
The former Austrian chancellor’s pivot from governance to building a $3 billion startup reflects the growing intersection of technology, leadership, …
The Looming Economic Threat of a Supercharged El Niño
The 2015-2016 El Niño inflicted $5.7 trillion in global economic losses. With climate change amplifying future cycles, the next event …
The Quiet Revolution: How AI Coworkers Are Redefining the Workplace
Convey's $38 million funding round signals a shift toward AI-driven automation of repetitive tasks, promising to free employees for higher-value …
Snap’s $2,195 Smart Glasses Signal AR’s Tipping Point
As augmented reality wearables move from novelty to necessity, Snap’s latest Spectacles underscore both the technological strides and the economic …