Hamza Ali

London

ex @Tax reporter, words also found on @cnbc @NBC and @citywire @CityUniLondon alum. News geek, finance geek, just an all round gerek RT≠endorsement. DMs open.

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Best Autofocus Cameras for Video Photography

4 days ago | medium.com | Hamza Ali

I still remember the exact moment I realized the importance of razor-sharp autofocus in video. It was the final seconds of the national basketball championship in 2019 — overtime, tied score, and the arena was vibrating with noise. I was tracking the star point guard, weaving through defenders like a ghost. I had my Sony a7 III rigged up with a 70–200mm f/2.8, and my hand was glued to the gimbal.
The Best Camera Gear for Sports Photography

4 days ago | medium.com | Hamza Ali

By a Photographer Who’s Spent 10+ Years on the SidelinesThe Moment That Changed It AllI was lying flat on my stomach at the edge of the pitch, elbow-deep in mud, as the clock ticked into stoppage time. It was the national high school championship — two underdog teams battling it out like gladiators. The crowd was electric. I was tracking the forward with my lens, half-praying he’d break through one more time. Then it happened — a screamer from 25 yards out, net rippling, crowd erupting.
Difference Between a Gaming Headset and a Regular Headset?

4 days ago | medium.com | Hamza Ali

Let me guess — you’re in the middle of comparing headset options and suddenly find yourself staring at two nearly identical-looking models. One is labeled a gaming headset, and the other just says headset. Confused? I was, too. As someone who’s spent years toggling between casual Zoom calls, competitive online matches, and late-night music sessions, I’ve learned that the differences between a gaming headset and a regular headset go way beyond flashy lights and branding.
Best Lens for Travel Photography

1 week ago | medium.com | Hamza Ali

Table of ContentsWhy the Right Travel Lens MattersMy Travel Photography EvolutionThe Lens That Changed EverythingWhat Surprised Me Most (Spoiler: It Wasn’t the Specs)Amazon Favorite’Sigma 18–50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens (View on Amazon). 6. Buyer’s Guide: What to Look for in a Travel Lens7. FAQs: You Asked, I AnsweredWhy the Right Travel Lens MattersWhen I first started traveling with my camera, I thought any lens would do. I mean, it’s just glass, right?
Best Lens for Low-Light Photography

1 week ago | medium.com | Hamza Ali

Table of ContentsWhy Low-Light Photography Is So TrickyMy Story: The Night I Realized I Needed a Better LensWhat Makes a Lens “Good” for Low Light? My Top 2 Lens Picks from Amazon (Tried and Tested!)Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens (View on Amazon). Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens (View on Amazon). 5. FAQs: What Everyone Asks Me6. Mini Buyer’s Guide: Things I Wish I Knew Earlier7.
Best Lens for Street Photography

1 week ago | medium.com | Hamza Ali

Table of ContentsWhy Street Photography Stole My HeartWhat I Learned About Lenses (the Hard Way)Top 3 Lenses for Street PhotographyFujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR (View on Amazon). Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM (View on Amazon). Sony FE 28mm f/2 (View on Amazon). 4. Amazon Gems I’ve Used and Loved5. Quick Tips Before You Buy6. FAQs for Fellow Street ShootersWhy Street Photography Stole My HeartIt started with a simple walk downtown. Just me, my old camera, and no expectations.
Understanding GraphRAG: The Evolution in AI-Powered Information Retrieval

1 month ago | medium.com | Hamza Ali

How Knowledge Graphs are Revolutionizing RAG Systems for Complex Reasoning TasksAs AI applications become more sophisticated, we’re constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with Large Language Models (LLMs). While traditional Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) has been a game-changer for connecting LLMs to external data sources, I’ve been exploring a fascinating evolution that’s taking this concept to the next level: GraphRAG.
Why TikTok, YouTube, and Your Screentime Might Be More Valuable Than Cash

1 month ago | medium.com | Hamza Ali

Imagine this: You’re scrolling TikTok. 37 seconds into a Trapstar haul, you swipe. Next? A 2-minute video on why billionaires don’t sleep. Then a fake AI Drake ad. Then you check the time — it’s been 2 hours. You didn’t pay for any of it. But somehow, you made someone money. In the 2020s, you are the product. Not your money. Your focus. Every second you spend watching, liking, commenting, or even hesitating on a post… Platforms log it. Algorithms adjust. Advertisers pay more.
How to Maximize Efficiency with Torque Arms and Screw Feeders

1 month ago | timebusinessnews.com | Hamza Ali

For companies producing large volumes of assembled products, the time spent securing each fastener adds up quick. Manually picking, placing and driving screws/bolts proves costly – both in throughput pace and fatigue issues. That’s why industrial engineers equip stations with ergonomic torque arms and automated screw feeding systems. This article explores how they boost efficiency. Traditionally, assembly technicians needed to grab screws, nuts, bolts etc.
5 NetSuite Mistakes That Are Killing Your Efficiency

1 month ago | timebusinessnews.com | Hamza Ali

For growing businesses, lack of efficiency in key systems can seriously hamper productivity and profitability. NetSuite is a powerful platform, but misconfiguring parts of it or failing to leverage key features results in inefficient processes. In this blog post, we’ll uncover five common NetSuite mistakes that businesses make, explain the negative impacts, and provide actionable solutions to resolve them. With some targeted changes, you can transform NetSuite into a driver of efficiency.