{
  "id": 120742,
  "title": "'Digital lifeline' - Gaza tech workers give glimpse of possible future",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/03/digital-lifeline-gaza-tech-workers-give-glimpse-of-possible-future-120742",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-03T23:13:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "BBC News",
    "slug": "bbc-news",
    "url": "https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1m1xm8ykk2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Gaza's digital workers are finding a glimmer of hope amidst the chaos, according to Walaa Volidis, a 24-year-old software engineer. Living in a tent and working remotely with her mentor in California, Walaa dedicates herself to her craft, determined not to let the war's hardships bring her down. Her story is echoed across the region, as thousands of young Gazans seek opportunities in the digital economy. With the unemployment rate soaring to over 80% in Gaza, humanitarian organizations like Mercy Corps are promoting freelancing as a lifeline, allowing people to earn a living and reduce reliance on aid. Despite the challenges, including near-total power system collapse and damaged telecommunications networks, tech workers are finding solace in remote work. Tarik Zaeem, a former CTO, now freelances to support his family, but faces difficulties accessing international banking and digital payment platforms. Despite the ongoing Israeli bombardments, which have taken a heavy toll on Gaza's civilian population, these tech workers remain committed to their work and hopeful for a brighter future.",
  "summary": "Thousands of young people in Gaza are pursuing roles in the digital economy as the territory's wider recovery stalls.",
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  "editors_take": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "BBC World",
        "title": "'Digital lifeline' - Gaza tech workers give glimpse of possible future",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/03/digital-lifeline-gaza-tech-workers-give-glimpse-of-possible-future",
        "published": "2026-08-03T23:13:03.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}