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Alvin R Cabral

Alvin R Cabral

Business Reporter – Consumer & Technology
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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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Sharara is one of Libya’s largest fields and is key for transporting crude for domestic supply and for export in global markets. Reuters
Losses at Libya's NOC hit $95m as Zawiya refinery shuts down

Company warns of wider economic harm after forced pipeline closure

EnergySeptember 26, 2026
XRG has been increasing its portfolio of investments around the world and plans to double its asset value over the next decade. Getty Images
Adnoc's XRG prepares for next phase of Azerbaijan gas development

Caspian Sea field expected to produce up to 17 million cubic metres of gas

EnergySeptember 26, 2026
Ships wait off the coast of Oman, near the Strait of Hormuz. Muscat does not rely on the waterway for its exports. Getty Images
Oman's economy to grow 3.5% in 2026 on favourable trade logistics, S&P says

Agency keeps sultanate's credit rating at investment grade

EconomySeptember 26, 2026
OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman attends a UN Security Council meeting. Bloomberg
OpenAI admits governments among 'dozens' of entities that could be infiltrated by bots

Company's AI models accessed US government websites – days after a similar incident in Australia

TechnologySeptember 26, 2026
A sample of ultra-high-purity titanium used in aerospace and high-tech industries displayed at the National Museum in Beijing. Reuters
A test of metal: China’s rare-earth leverage looms over Trump-Xi talks

Beijing's dominance of critical mineral supply chains provides powerful bargaining chip

EnergySeptember 24, 2026
The Strait of Hormuz will not be reopened until certain conditions are met, Iran has said. AFP
Oil nears $108 on fading US-Iran breakthrough and new strikes on Saudi Arabia

Saudi pipeline restart eases supply concerns but traders remain focused on diplomatic signals from New York

EnergySeptember 24, 2026
PhonePe says it plans to support the UAE's Aani and Jaywan payment networks. Bloomberg
India's PhonePe set to enter UAE payments market in international push

Walmart-backed company plans payment and money transfer services for Emirates' 4.3 million Indians

MoneySeptember 22, 2026
The iPhone 18 Pro Max and 18 Pro are also available in burgundy. Victor Besa / The National
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max review: Get that camera rolling

Another solid build with a blazing chip and an intriguing snapper upgrade – if you're ready to shell out more

TechnologySeptember 20, 2026
A wheat field in Shelbyville, Kentucky. Diesel is a crucial fuel for vehicles used in several heavy-duty industries, including agriculture. Reuters
Diesel's record US surge drives more uncertainty for heavy-duty fuel

Analysts warn of economic headaches if conflicts continue and crude supplies remain tight

EnergySeptember 19, 2026
Anker's Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max comes with 1,200 free transcription minutes – after that you can either buy more or sign up to a subscription plan. Photo: Anker
Gadget of the weekAnker's AI-powered earbuds want to replace your recorder

Stylish design, strong transcription and a touchscreen case impress, but getting the most from their smartest feature comes at a price

TechnologySeptember 18, 2026
A commercial ship off Yemen's western coast. Tensions in the Bab Al Mandeb strait remain high after renewed fighting between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis. AFP
Oil prices end above $100 for second straight week as tensions simmer

Markets largely ignore volatility, having priced in $100 crude for now

EnergySeptember 18, 2026
An artist's rendering of Trump Tower Tbilisi, part of a complex covering 600,000 square metres. Photo: Archi
Trump Organisation to build 62-storey 'ultra-luxury' tower in Georgia

Trump Tower Tbilisi will be part of $2 billion development in capital city

PropertySeptember 17, 2026
Amazon Web Services has nine data zones in the Middle East, including three in the UAE. AP
Amazon Web Services unable to restore Bahrain data network knocked out by Iran

One of three UAE zones also not repairable, cloud computing company says

TechnologySeptember 15, 2026
Abu Dhabi ranked sixth in human capital in Oxford Economics' latest Global Cities Index study. Victor Besa / The National
Abu Dhabi and Dubai among thriving global 'cities to watch'

UAE cities ranked high for human capital in Oxford Economics report

EconomySeptember 15, 2026
Air Arabia, which operates from six hubs, operates an all-Airbus fleet. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Air Arabia-led group cleared to launch budget Saudi airline

Carrier to serve 81 destinations and operate 45 aircraft by 2030

AviationSeptember 14, 2026
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