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Dana Alomar

Dana Alomar

Technology Reporter
Abu Dhabi
Dana Alomar is the Technology Reporter for The National, where she delves into the cutting-edge innovations and technologies shaping the region. Her beat spans across artificial intelligence, science, healthtech, femtech, societal trends, consumer technology and beyond. With a strong foundation in storytelling, Dana's work often brings complex topics to life through captivating visuals. Before joining The National, she served as Senior Technology Reporter at CNN Business Arabic and Business Reporter at Arab News. Dana holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism, with a minor in History, from the American University of Sharjah.
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AI Week. 
General view of the opening day of AI Week in the Museum of The Future, Dubai.
Antonie Robertson/The National
The future of AI: Experts share biggest hopes and fears

The National speaks to experts during Machines Can See summit at Dubai AI Week

April 25, 2025
The Global Prompt Engineering Championship in Dubai offers a prize pool of Dh1 million. Antonie Robertson / The National
Dubai AI Week hosts second Global Prompt Engineering Championship

Competition returns with new video category, bringing together creative talent from across 13 countries

April 22, 2025
In the UAE, YouTube reached more than 7.5 million people aged 18 and above in May 2024. Souvik Banerjee / Unsplash
How YouTube became a home for culture and community

Creators from the Philippines, Iraq and India reflect on how the video platform gave them a voice

April 21, 2025
Omar Al Olama, Minister of State for AI, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications, at the AI Retreat at the Museum of The Future in Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National
UAE to evaluate government departments on AI use

Artificial intelligence should not be overregulated at expense of innovation, Omar Al Olama tells Dubai AI Retreat

April 21, 2025
Kamal Shehadeh, The Lebanese Minister of Displaced and Minister of State for Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence spoke to The National on 11 April 2025. Matt Kynaston / The National
Lebanon's AI minister says $50m can transform government

In an interview with The National, former e& executive Kamal Shehadi says the money would be used to bring in a national ID system, digitise payments and help build the infrastructure required for AI

April 18, 2025
Kamal Shehadeh, The Lebanese Minister of Displaced and Minister of State for Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence spoke to The National on 11 April 2025. Matt Kynaston / The National
Lebanon's AI minister says $50m can transform government

In an interview with The National, former e& executive Kamal Shehadi says the money would be used to bring in a national ID system, digitise payments and help build the infrastructure required for AI

April 17, 2025
Kuwaiti traders follow the stock market activity at Boursa Kuwait on April 7. AFP
'It's a bloodbath': Gulf investors fear US levies will spark global hit

Financial figures warn sweeping Trump tariffs have set off a chain reaction

April 07, 2025
The chocolate tart with caviar combination at Saint Peter restaurant in Sydney, Australia. Photo: Saint Peter
Luxury food meets casual dining: Why caviar is everywhere these days

Dubai is making a name for itself with some daring culinary combinations

March 29, 2025
Reuters
Facebook access restored in PNG after 'counter-terror' operation

Police chief says Facebook and Messenger were taken down as authorities tackled criminals abusing the social network

March 26, 2025
The Ninja Woodfire 8 in 1 pizza oven is the solution to all your pizzaiolo ambitions. Photo: Ninja
Eid Al Fitr 2025 tech gift guide: what to buy aspiring hobbyists, from writers to DJs

From mixers to pizza ovens, there's something for everyone

March 25, 2025
French audio brand Devialet's chief executive, Jacques Demont. Photo: Devialet
Devialet chief executive: 'AI will be in every product in the future of this company'

French audio pioneer isn't done innovating at the intersection of technology and lifestyle

March 17, 2025
The Sajdah smart rug has an LED display that assists with memorising Quranic verses. Photo: Sajdah
Smart prayer rugs and tisbih rings – the must-have tech for Ramadan

Five gadgets to help guide you through the holy month

February 22, 2025
Step founder Ray Dargham speaks at Step Dubai 2025. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Resilience and innovation: How the Levant is unlocking start-up opportunities

Experts highlight a growing start-up ecosystem, emphasising its entrepreneurial resilience

February 20, 2025
David Baszucki, chief executive of Roblox, at the World Governments Summit in Dubai. The National
Roblox expands in the Middle East with Arabic integration

Gaming platform has more than 50,000 developers in the UAE

February 12, 2025
Vinod Dham, founder and executive managing Partner, Indo US Venture Partners, USA during the interview at the Raisina Middle East held at Rixos Marina in Abu Dhabi. Pawan Singh / The National
AI chips: The nuclear arms race of the 21st century, says Vinod Dham

Countries are pushing ahead with AI, seeing it as crucial for strategic dominance

January 29, 2025