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Alvin R Cabral

Alvin R Cabral

Alvin Romans Cabral is a business reporter who has been covering consumer technology for The National since 2021. With over 13 years of experience in journalism, he has represented the UAE on the global stage at some of the sector’s most important events, including those from Apple and Samsung. Prior to joining The National, he worked for the Dubai-based Khaleej Times since 2008.
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Sheikh Khalifa Bridge is seen in Abu Dhabi. The UAE capital has maintained long-standing ties with the US. Victor Besa / The National
Abu Dhabi enterprises on US roadshow to drum up trade and investment ties

More than 100 executives from 44 organisations will participate in campaign

EconomySeptember 30, 2025
The iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 17. Victor Besa / The National
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max review: The best upgrade cycle

We did a nerve-wracking scratch test, too

TechnologySeptember 30, 2025
Tourists and residents are seen at a souk in the Dubai Creek area. The UAE's tourism sector offers a host of activities, including areas showcasing the country's heritage. Antonie Robertson / The National
UAE commercial licences at nearly 40,000 on tourism-powered economic momentum

Hospitality and aviation are reflecting the UAE's leadership as incubators for companies, Economy Minister Abdulla bin Touq says

EconomySeptember 27, 2025
Traders are seen on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. President Donald Trump's new tariffs have renewed uncertainty over the direction of the global economy. Reuters
Stock markets mostly up amid fresh uncertainty over Trump's new tariffs

Wall Street's weekly winning run ends while Europe defies new levies' effect on investor sentiment

MarketsSeptember 27, 2025
Boeing's factory in Renton, Washington. The plane maker will alternate with the US Federal Aviation Administration in issuing airworthiness certificates. AFP
Boeing given limited authority to issue its own airworthiness certificates

US Federal Aviation Administration confident embattled plane maker can conduct this safely

AviationSeptember 26, 2025
The cryptocurrency is on pace for a 6 per cent weekly drop. Reuters
Bitcoin heads for sharp weekly loss amid weak investor sentiment

Expiring crypto options worth $22 billion also dampening the mood

MarketsSeptember 26, 2025
Lei Jun, founder, chairman and chief executive of Xiaomi Group, during the unveiling of the Xiaomi 17 series in Beijing, China. EPA
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max sounds familiar and intriguing at the same time

Second touchscreen display on the rear could attract users out of curiosity

TechnologySeptember 26, 2025
Dubai International Financial Centre is home to more than 1,500 FinTech and AI companies. Antonie Robertson / The National
Fourth for FinTech: Dubai rises in world financial centre index

Dubai also makes top 10 for professional services, government and regulatory and trading sectors

EconomySeptember 25, 2025
Customers queue before the opening of the Apple Store at Al Jimi Mall in Al Ain on Thursday. Ahmed Ramzan for The National
Apple pledges support for UAE sustainability as it opens fifth store in Al Ain

Company's growing investment reflects country's importance to its retail strategy, senior vice president says

TechnologySeptember 25, 2025
Thomas Pramotedham, chief executive of Presight, Mansoor Al Mansoori, vice chairman of Presight, and Mahmoud Adi, founding partner of Shorooq, during the fund's launch. Photo: Presight and Shorooq
Abu Dhabi's Presight and Shorooq launch $100m AI fund

Fund to be hosted at ADGM aims to attract global entrepreneurs and give them access to UAE's resources

TechnologySeptember 23, 2025
The Museum of the Future in Dubai. The emirate's status as a leading destination for foreign deirect investment is the result of its 'futuristic development vision', Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, says. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Dubai leading destination for greenfield FDI with record number of projects

The emirate held a global market share of 8% and 56% in the Middle East

EconomySeptember 22, 2025
King Fahd Highway in Riyadh. The World Bank's new regional office is located in the kingdom's capital. Bloomberg
World Bank boosts Middle East presence with new office in Saudi Arabia

Move acknowledges Riyadh's emergence as a 'global convener' of knowledge development

EconomySeptember 22, 2025
A ventriloquist entertains guests at du's 5G+ network and Apple iPhone pick-up event in Dubai on Friday. Alvin R Cabral / The National
Du says 5G+ network to deliver up to double internet speed in UAE

Evolved wireless service expected to provide up to double current internet speeds

TechnologySeptember 19, 2025
Shafeeq Malabar. iPhone 17and Air launch day in the UAE. Apple Store, Dubai Mall, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Morning prayers and a long wait - fans queue to get hands on new iPhone 17

Only customers who pre-ordered the phones were allowed in stores on Friday

TechnologySeptember 19, 2025
The Apple iPhone Air is slim but strong. Victor Besa / The National
Apple iPhone Air review: The skinny on the MacBook-level smartphone

Device is ultra-compact and has battery life of up to 40 hours

TechnologySeptember 19, 2025
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