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Cody Combs

Technology Policy Editor
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Cody Combs is Technology Policy Editor for The National, where he reports on the innovations and trends that will be impacting our world for years to come. Cody explores topics such artificial intelligence, consumer technology, societal trends, energy and climate, as well as other topics we probably can’t imagine yet. He has an extensive background in reporting and content creation, and is constantly looking for new ways to tell stories through the use of various platforms. Previously, Cody worked in the United States as a broadcast journalist and an investigative reporter. He earned his master’s degree in journalism from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Before pursuing his master’s degree, he worked at CNN’s Washington Bureau.
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Internet monitoring groups and expats insist that Iran's internet is still very limited and to some extent filtered. Reuters
Iran's internet slowly returns but remains heavily filtered

Whitelisting and intermittent connectivity continue to limit Iranians' contact with the outside world, NetBlocks says

TechnologyFebruary 06, 2026
The UAE's Tuka Alhanai is among 40 technology experts put forward for an independent UN AI panel.
UAE's Tuka Alhanai nominated to serve on UN panel for AI

Secretary General Antonio Guterres has submitted a list of 40 candidates to the General Assembly

TechnologyFebruary 04, 2026
Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt called for reforms to a law that protects companies from lawsuits over user-generated content. Getty Images via AFP
'No more impunity': Joseph Gordon-Levitt makes an emotional plea on Big Tech

Actor wants Congress to repeal Section 230, which gives protection to social media platforms

TechnologyFebruary 04, 2026
Sam Altman's OpenAI has faced scrutiny in recent days. Reuters
OpenAI's Sam Altman concerned by possible effect of supply chain disruption

ChatGPT company's CEO interviewed on stage at Cisco AI summit

TechnologyFebruary 03, 2026
The X offices in Paris, which are the focus of an investigation involving Europol and France's CyberGend agency. Getty Images
Police search X offices in Paris over child abuse allegations and Grok chatbot

Platform's government affairs office calls the search 'politicised'

TechnologyFebruary 03, 2026
A newly proposed bill would give greater power to private cybersecurity companies to pursue criminals operating outside the US. Getty Images
Modern-day privateers: Could the US soon allow private companies to wage its cyber wars?

Proposed congressional bill seeks to define cyber crimes as 'acts of war'

TechnologyFebruary 02, 2026
Mount Fuji in Tokyo, Japan. The country is seeking to grow its partnerships with the UAE and other Gulf countries in technology. Getty
On AI and tech, Japan seeks to build momentum with UAE

Asian giant keen to work with Emirates as it emerges as global hub

TechnologyJanuary 30, 2026
UpScrolled, a relatively new social media app seeks to provide an alternative to platforms that it says shadow-ban users posting content about Gaza and Palestine
VideoUpScrolled social app hits No 1 in US App Store downloads
FutureJanuary 30, 2026
Madhu Gottumukkala, acting director of the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, has come under criticism for uploading government documents to OpenAI's ChatGPT. AFP
Cyber hygiene: Did Trump's cyber director compromise US security by using ChatGPT?

Technology experts warn of similar incidents that could pose danger to governments and businesses

TechnologyJanuary 29, 2026
UpScrolled, a relatively new social media app, seeks to provide an alternative to platforms it says have shadow-banned users posting content about Gaza and Palestine. Photo: UpScrolled
No 1: UpScrolled social app takes top spot in App Store downloads

Alternative social app flourishes amid accusations of shadow bans over pro-Palestine and Gaza content on established major platforms

TechnologyJanuary 28, 2026
TikTok owner ByteDance has finalised ⁠a deal to set ​up a majority US-owned ‌joint venture, to avoid ​a ban on the platform in the country. Reuters
TikTok disruption reported days after deal for new US-owned version of platform

Users report problems logging in and uploading videos

TechnologyJanuary 26, 2026
Carlos Alcaraz was asked by an umpire to remove his Whoop fitness tracker during his fourth-round Australian Open singles match against Tommy Paul.
Whoop wearables founder defends Carlos Alcaraz amid device controversy at Australian Open

Spaniard was asked to remove fitness data tracker before match against American Tommy Paul

USJanuary 25, 2026
A makeshift memorial to Alex Pretti near where he was shot dead by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis, Minnesota. AFP
Family of Alex Pretti 'heartbroken and angry' after fatal ICE shooting

US President Donald Trump accuses demonstrators of 'fraud' and 'insurrection'

USJanuary 25, 2026
Taqa Generation chief executive Farid Al Awlaqi said the company has an advantage when it comes to meeting energy demand created in part by AI. Photo: UAE Government
Powering up: Why UAE's Taqa is ready for the AI energy boom

Farid Al Awlaqi says sustainability and artificial intelligence can work hand in hand

TechnologyJanuary 23, 2026
'I would encourage everyone to be optimistic and excited about the future,' Elon Musk told the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos. Bloomberg
Elon Musk promises solar-powered satellites ... and casts doubt on aliens

In Davos appearance, Tesla and Space X chief talks AI, energy, autonomous vehicles – and optimism

TechnologyJanuary 22, 2026
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