Yasmine Samir
ياسمين سمير
columnist
Technology and culture correspondent covering AI, cybersecurity, and the intersection of Arab heritage with modern innovation. Yasmine holds a degree in Computer Science from Cairo University and has reported on tech ecosystems across the Middle East and Silicon Valley.
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Articles by Yasmine Samir
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Technology
275 Million Records Exposed: New Laws Race to Protect Digital Lives
As major data breaches expose millions of personal records, new legislation aims to strengthen online safety and privacy, especially for children.
Yasmine Samir4 min
Technology
New US AI Laws Take Effect: What You Need to Know Now
A new wave of AI regulations is taking effect across the US in 2026, impacting businesses and individuals alike.
Yasmine Samir
4 min
Culture
Arab Entertainment Market Hits $48 Billion as Egyptian Stars Return to Big Screen
The Arab entertainment market is set to hit $48 billion in 2026, driven by a powerful resurgence in Egyptian cinema with star-studded reunions and a global boom in Arabic music.
Yasmine Samir5 min
Technology
Global Cybercrime Costs Soar to $10.5 Trillion Annually
Global cybercrime is projected to cost the world economy an astounding $10.5 trillion in 2026, with data breaches and identity theft surging.
Yasmine Samir4 min
Technology
Your Encrypted Data Today Faces a Future Quantum Threat
The digital locks protecting your sensitive information might not hold up against future quantum computers, a challenge governments and tech giants are racing to address.
Yasmine Samir5 min
Technology
Are Your Digital Defenses Ready for AI's Cyber Storm?
AI is dramatically reshaping cybersecurity in 2026, empowering attackers with new tools while creating a complex web of data privacy challenges for individuals and businesses alike.
Yasmine Samir