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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Trump’s Student-Loan Overhaul Arrives July 1—But Borrowers Shouldn’t Rush
The Education Department’s new repayment rules take effect next month, yet key deadlines for enrollment and adjustments extend well into …
The One State That Lingers in the Mind Long After the Journey Ends
Among the 38 states traversed, only Montana emerged as a place of such profound beauty and quiet intensity that it …
The Unseen Pitfalls of Paris: A Tour Guide’s Hard-Earned Lessons
From overplanning to underdressing, the missteps that turn a dream trip into a logistical nightmare—and how to avoid them.
Comcast’s Radical Self-Disruption: A High-Stakes Bet on Shareholder Value
The cable giant’s decision to spin off its broadband and media arms sent its stock soaring, but the move reflects …
The New Nomads: How High-Earning Tech Workers Are Redefining Retirement
A software engineer’s journey from salary growth in the U.S. to early retirement in Mexico illustrates a growing trend among …