Cody Combs
Cody Combs
Future Editor
Abu Dhabi
Cody Combs is Future Editor for The National, where he reports on the innovations and trends that will be impacting our world for years to come. He is also host of The National’s Business Extra podcast. 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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Chef Francisco Araya explains how Abu Dhabi's International Centre for Culinary Arts tries to ensure the integrity of food taste testing for cell-based chicken, fermentation-derived chicken and plant-based fish. Photo: Cody Combs
Is plant-based fish and cell-based chicken the future of food?

Abu Dhabi competition seeking to address global food security will soon select winner

July 23, 2024, 5:45 AM
US Vice President Kamala Harris has been endorsed by President Joe Biden, after he announced he was bowing out of the election race. AFP
Famed US poll predictor Lichtman looks at whether Harris will win election

Joe Biden has bowed out of his bid for re-election, but Democratic Party still has path to victory in November

July 21, 2024, 8:05 PM
FILE PHOTO: Toy figures of people are seen in front of the displayed Paramount + logo, in this illustration taken January 20, 2022. REUTERS / Dado Ruvic / Illustration / File Photo
Streaming services: meet the new boss, same as the old boss

Why the cord-cutting streaming revolution celebrations were premature

July 19, 2024, 7:00 AM
With the US presidential election fast approaching, experts say polling firms are facing increased pressure and scrutiny to fine-tune their methods and ensure accuracy. Nick Donaldson / Getty Images
How smartphones and paranoia made polling more difficult

With a Biden and Trump rematch on the horizon, experts seek to increase polling accuracy amid intense scrutiny

July 16, 2024, 5:45 AM
Inventor Zishan Akhter has high hopes for his wind turbine blade patent that he says will improve the efficiency of wind power. Photo: Zishan Akhter
'Self-adaptive' wind turbine patent granted to UAEU inventors

UAE engineer says tip-sweep wind turbine could be game-changer

July 09, 2024, 5:50 AM
Professor Allan Lichtman, who has become famous for his presidential election predictions, is weighing in on whether or not US President Joe Biden should step aside after a shaky debate performance. (AP Photo / Patrick Semansky)
Should Joe Biden run? Election predictor Allan Lichtman talks ‘Plan B’

Professor who has accurately called every US president since 1982 addresses concerns about incumbent and looks at the potential of Kamala Harris

July 04, 2024, 9:15 AM
Threads hit 5 million users hours after launching and gained more than 100 million users in less than a week. EPA
Meta's Threads: Where things stand one year after launch

Mark Zuckerberg's answer to Twitter continues to add features amid a crowded landscape

July 03, 2024, 9:35 AM
Chinese companies such as Tencent helped fuel the country's rise in terms of AI patent filings. AFP
China has most generative AI patent filings in past decade, report finds

Country ranks ahead of US and South Korea, according to World Intellectual Property Organisation

July 03, 2024, 8:00 AM
Social Media warning
Here's what social media warning labels for teens may look like

Experts say positive method of 'gain-framed' messaging would be best for social platform warning labels

July 02, 2024, 10:05 AM
Some say they're seeing renewed interest in simple phones as technology addiction concerns mount. Reuters
Why switching to a dumbphone is easier said than done

Despite a grassroots movement, here's why dumbphones face an uphill battle

June 25, 2024, 4:00 AM
Although it doesn't have as many daily active users as Facebook or TikTok, Snapchat continues to exert its influence, maintain loyal users and attract major brands. Photo: AFP
Can Snapchat’s Middle East momentum continue?

Early investments in augmented reality and new AI features keep Snapchat users engaged

June 19, 2024, 7:25 AM
US surgeon general Vivek Murthy has said there is ample evidence to justify warning labels on social media platforms. AFP
US surgeon general wants warning labels on social media platforms

Debate over social media side effects on teenagers reaches crescendo following US surgeon's general essay

June 17, 2024, 11:15 AM
A Lucid electric car on display at the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit in Abu Dhabi. Pawan Singh / The National
Electric vehicles to make up 25% of UAE new sales by 2035, PwC says

Strong growth is being driven by the country's decarbonisation goals

June 17, 2024, 6:37 AM
Entrepreneur and content strategist Gary Vaynerchuk talked about attention spans, TikTok, AI and parenting in an interview with The National. Photo: Pawan Singh
Gary Vaynerchuk reflects on the demographic he has yet to reach

Content guru and entrepreneur 'Gary Vee' talks about the future of social media

June 12, 2024, 5:25 AM
AI Minister, Omar Al Olama. Dubai Chambers' Annual Media Briefing. The leadership will share milestones achieved in 2023, and strategic priorities and key focus areas for 2024. Dubai Chambers, Deira, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
AI is a necessity not a luxury, says UAE minister Omar Al Olama

Artificial intelligence is making global impact, despite many people not fully recognising it, he tells Dubai AI Retreat

June 11, 2024, 10:28 AM