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 Vanishing Bargain: Six New Cars Still Under $25,000 in a Pricier Market
As automakers prioritize higher-margin vehicles, budget-friendly new cars are becoming extinct. Yet a handful of models still deliver affordability without …
The Free Market Lie: Why Switzerland Has 25 Gbit Internet and America Doesn’t
The U.S. broadband market, long touted as a triumph of deregulation, lags far behind nations that treat high-speed internet as …
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s $26 Million Charity Drive: A Strategic Gesture Ahead of Their Wedding
The power couple’s philanthropic announcement reflects a savvy blend of generosity and personal branding, amplifying their influence while addressing pressing …
Silicon Valley’s DNA Dilemma: When Longevity Science Meets Grief
A $12,000 genetic exam promised answers about my future, but the results revealed a more complicated truth about the intersection …
Why the 'Bananas' Campaign Resonated: A Deep Dive into Viral Marketing Insights
CMO Laura Jones reveals the strategic thinking behind the award-winning campaign that leveraged human quirkiness to cut through digital noise.