Author: Zeeshan Rasheed

Artificial intelligence is already making critical decisions in hiring, healthcare, finance, and law enforcement. But with this power comes serious ethical responsibility. As AI adoption explodes, companies must confront not just what AI can do—but what it should do. From algorithmic bias to cybersecurity threats, the risks are real. The companies that lead with integrity and foresight will not only avoid reputational fallout but also earn long-term trust. The Hidden Bias in the Machine AI systems learn from data—and that data often reflects real-world inequalities. When historical bias seeps into training data, the AI inherits it. The result? Hiring tools…

In November 2024, Dutch retail giant Ahold Delhaize experienced a significant cyber attack that led to major disruptions across several of its U.S. operations. The ransomware breach specifically impacted Giant Food pharmacies and Hannaford supermarkets, with the latter’s ecommerce services temporarily knocked offline. Though physical stores remained open during the incident, the company was forced to take down certain systems as a containment measure. This move caused noticeable service delays across ecommerce platforms tied to Ahold Delhaize USA brands like Food Lion, The Giant Company, Giant Food, and Stop & Shop. By April 17, 2025, Ahold Delhaize publicly confirmed that…