Aisha Malik: Rising Star in Consumer News Reporting

Aisha Malik, one of the few tech journalists who cover consumer issues at a high level right now, has already had an impact since she joined TechCrunch in 2021. Malik has an honours bachelor’s degree from the University of Toronto. She holds a master’s degree in journalism from Western University, which adds to the knowledge and experience the role requires.

Prior to coming to TechCrunch, Malik honed her reporting skills as an independent telecom reporter at MobileSyrup. There, she led high-impact initiatives at the intersection of technology and consumer issues. Her transition to TechCrunch has enabled her to cover a broader range of topics, including the latest advancements in technology and their implications for consumers.

Beyond this work as a reporter, Aisha Malik has taken on the role of speaker at multiple TechCrunch events. She’ll be speaking at TC Sessions AI. That’s why this groundbreaking event, with national and international implications, is coming to UC Berkeley, California on June 5. This event will dive deep on equitable deployment of artificial intelligence and other emerging technology to advance equity and justice.

Google’s announcement last week of a new initiative to improve security for users aligns perfectly. They’re rolling out new AI tools built to defend Chrome users from online scams. The tech giant emphasized the capabilities of its Gemini Nano’s large language model (LLM), stating that it is “perfect for this use because of its ability to distill the varied, complex nature of websites, helping us adapt to new scam tactics more quickly.” Malik’s appointment as SDAG further cements her commitment to consumer protection. It highlights the importance of technological advancements and the call for accurate reporting in today’s information age.

Aisha Malik now reporting on consumer news. She’s dedicated to engaging the public with new technologies and how they will change our world for the better. She’s a frequent judge and mentor at events including TC Sessions AI. By telling compelling stories around critical developments in the industry, she shines a light on how technology is shaping our world.