Pakistan Telecommunications Limited (PTCL) has announced that internet users across the country may experience slower speeds and degraded connectivity on … Read More The post Internet Services Expected to Go Down for the Whole Day in Pakistan appeared first on ProPakistani .
In a major milestone for Pakistan’s tech ecosystem, AI fintech startup Metric Max CF-AI has signed a $12 million partnership with UAE-based Nabta Health to empower local clinics and medical staff across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). The collaboration aims to merge financial intelligence with digital healthcare innovation. Founded by Pakistani entrepreneur Meenah Tariq, […] The post Pakistani AI Fintech Metric–Max CF-AI Signs $12M Deal with Nabta Health appeared first on TechJuice .
A new wave of innovation begins as the National Incubation Center (NIC) Karachi officially welcomes 32 startups to its Cohort 14, marking another milestone in Pakistan’s startup ecosystem. Selected from over 800 applications, these ventures span diverse sectors including Fintech, Cybersecurity, HealthTech, and Industrial Automation. NIC Karachi, one of Pakistan’s most prominent incubation hubs supported […] The post NIC Karachi Welcomes 32 Startups to Cohort 14 for Pakistan’s Innovation Growth appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistani-founded Dubizzle Group announced its intention to proceed with an initial public offering (IPO) and to list its ordinary shares for trading on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) on Monday. “Our IPO provides the opportunity to invest in MENA’s leading digital classifieds marketplace, pursuing accelerated growth. We are pleased to announce our intention to offer 1,249,526,391 shares, representing 30.34% of our total share capital through an Initial Public Offering on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM),” the group announced on its website. What Pakistani-founded Dubizzle Group’s recent acquisitions mean for potential UAE IPO Dubizzle Group is an online marketplace giant whose brands include the property website Bayut and the buying and selling platform dubizzle. It was founded in 2013 by Pakistani brothers Imran and Zeeshan Ali Khan, who also co-founded real estate portal Zameen.com in 2006 and currently own OLX Pakistan. Dubizzle Group and all its brands are focused solely on the MENA region. A third brother, Haider, joined the venture in 2014. According to Imran, co-founder & CEO of the group, this IPO marks “an exciting new chapter for Dubizzle Group”. “By welcoming a broader shareholder base, we are positioning the group to accelerate growth, deepen our presence in the markets where we operate, and create long-term value for our users, clients, employees, and shareholders alike,” he said. The offering represents approximately 30.34% of the company’s total issued share capital, comprising both new shares to be issued by the company and existing shares to be sold by current shareholders. The final offer price will be determined through a book building process during the subscription period. Pakistani-founded Metric secures $12m partnership with Nabta Health The subscription period will open on October 23, 2025 and is expected to close on October 29 for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) retail investors and professional investors, with pricing and allocation to professional investors expected on October 30, 2025. Admission of the shares to trading on DFM is expected to take place on or around November 6. Prosus, the company’s largest shareholder (through its subsidiary OLX B.V.), has committed to invest $100 million in the Group’s IPO. According to its website, Dubizzle Group’s H1 2025 adjusted revenue was $117 million, up 39% year-on-year, while it has 8 milion monthly active users in the same period on its group platforms.
Move is expected to generate additional annual revenue of around Rs20 billion The post UGDC becomes Pakistan’s first private company to inject gas into SNGPL’s network appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
In a major move toward sustainable transport, Lahore’s Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Dr. Athar Waheed has proposed an electric bus service linking four major Punjab cities Lahore, Kasur, Nankana Sahib, and Sheikhupura to combat rising traffic congestion, accidents, and air pollution. With Lahore struggling under severe smog and daily inflows of nearly one million vehicles, […] The post Punjab Plans Electric Bus Network Linking Four Major Cities to Ease Traffic appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan is once again grappling with widespread internet disruptions, leaving users unable to access major social platforms. Facebook and X have gone offline for many without VPN access, as multiple service providers, including PTCL, Ufone, and Zong, report outages. Users are also facing noticeably slower browsing speeds across the country. While several networks remain affected, […] The post Pakistan Faces Another Internet and Social Media Outage appeared first on TechJuice .
The Government of Punjab has launched Pakistan’s first AI-powered EcoBot to provide real-time air quality updates and increase public awareness about environmental health. According to Environment […] The post Punjab Introduces EcoBot for Real Time Air Quality Monitoring appeared first on Digital Pakistan .
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In a major push for renewable energy, the Punjab government has launched a Rs2.94 billion project to solarize 355 public colleges across the province by 2028. The initiative, led by the Higher Education Department (HED) and the Department of Energy, aims to promote clean and cost-efficient power generation in educational institutions. According to officials, the […] The post Punjab Govt to Solarize 355 Public Colleges appeared first on TechJuice .
Vivo has refreshed its smartphone lineup in Pakistan with updated dealer and retail prices as of October 11, 2025. The new price list covers everything from premium foldables like the Vivo X Fold 5 X200 Pro to affordable Y-series models, reflecting the company’s wide strategy to cater to every user segment. The brand continues its […] The post Vivo Pakistan Reveals Updated Smartphone Prices for 2025 appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan is making a splash on the global tech map in October 2025, showcasing its innovators at back-to-back marquee events: Expand North Star in Dubai and GITEX Technology Week. These pavilions are more than exhibitions; they signal a strategic pivot to position Pakistan as a credible technology originator on the world stage. At Expand North […] The post Ten Pakistani Startups Unveil Innovation at Expand North Star 2025 appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan is showcasing its growing digital potential at GITEX 2025, one of the world’s largest technology exhibitions, which opened today … Read More The post Pakistan Showcases 36 Tech Firms and Startups at GITEX 2025 appeared first on ProPakistani .
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) decision regarding acquisition of 100 percent shareholding of Telenor Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. and Orion Towers (Pvt.) Ltd. by Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has formally reached Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), as per reports. Official sources revealed that the decision was formally received on Friday to PTA which is expected […] The post After CCP’s Approval, PTCL-Telenor Merger Decision Reaches PTA appeared first on TechJuice .
Islamabad Police has introduced a new mobile app called ‘1 Info,’ designed to let citizens quickly report crimes, emergencies, or suspicious activities. Available on both the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store, the app allows users to send instant alerts with a single tap. This real-time communication enables faster police response and enhances […] The post Islamabad Police Launches App to Help You Report Crimes Instantly appeared first on TechJuice .
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed two MoUs with the objective to strengthen cooperation in sports and information technology, which represents another milestone of their long-standing friendship. […] The post Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Sign MoUs to Boost Cooperation in IT and Sports appeared first on Digital Pakistan .
400-meter vessel with 24,000-container capacity marks major milestone for Pakistan’s maritime sector The post Pakistan receives largest-ever container ship as MSC Micol docks at Hutchison Ports terminal in Karachi appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
The energy company is reinventing itself as an electrical vehicle manufacturer, even as its legacy energy contracts struggle The post Hubco reaffirms 2026 date for BYD assembly in Pakistan appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Mobile internet services have started to gradually restore in Islamabad and Rawalpindi after a two-day suspension that followed the announcement of a protest march by a religious group earlier this week. Mobile data connectivity has returned in several areas of the twin cities, while some localities continue to experience partial disruptions. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority […] The post Mobile Internet Services Begin Restoring in Islamabad, Rawalpindi appeared first on TechJuice .
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), in collaboration with provincial governments, has launched a digital birth and death notification system in hospitals and health centers across Pakistan. The initiative aims to make the registration process more efficient, swift, and transparent. Following directives from Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, NADRA is working to strengthen Pakistan’s registration […] The post NADRA Launches Digital Birth and Death Notification System Across Pakistan appeared first on TechJuice .
Cyclon Tech and Shaanxi Water Development Group to modernise Pakistan’s aging irrigation and water management systems through digital monitoring, smart infrastructure, and flood control solutions. The post Pakistan, China partner on RMB 5 billion smart water projects to boost climate resilience appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Prime minister emphasizes responsible use, data protection, and full implementation of national AI policy to boost digital transformation The post Shehbaz Sharif forms steering committee to drive AI integration across Pakistan’s economy appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Capital Smart Motors (CSM) has made waves in Pakistan’s EV sector by launching three luxury models from Zeekr the Zeekr 009, Zeekr X, and Zeekr 7X. These models highlight Pakistan’s growing shift towards premium electric mobility and showcase advanced technology designed for modern urban drivers. Zeekr, a sub-brand of Geely, is known globally for its […] The post Zeekr Luxury EVs Launch in Pakistan by Capital Smart Motors appeared first on TechJuice .
In a landmark step for innovation and higher education, the Sindh government has approved the NED Science and Technology Park Project, set to become Pakistan’s first university-based science and technology park. The facility will be built within the premises of NED University of Engineering and Technology in Karachi. The park, designed as an eco-friendly green […] The post Sindh Approves Pakistan’s First University Science & Tech Park appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan has just launched its National AI Policy 2025, aiming to position the country as a tech leader. The federal cabinet approved it in late July 2025. The plan rests on six strategic pillars: Innovation Skills Secure & Ethical use Sectoral Transformation Infrastructure International Collaboration One bold target is to build a $2.7 billion domestic […] The post Pakistan’s National AI Policy 2025: Goals, Strategy and Big Impact appeared first on TechJuice .
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz is set to inaugurate the first electric public bus service in Rawalpindi on October 15, marking a major milestone in the province’s push for sustainable, modern, and affordable transportation. The initiative aims to provide commuters with a clean, comfortable, and cost-effective alternative to conventional public transport. The project, led by […] The post CM Maryam Nawaz to Launch Electric Bus Service in Rawalpindi on Oct 15 appeared first on TechJuice .
The Sindh government has approved the People’s Green Transport Project, which includes the procurement of 500 new electric buses for Karachi and Hyderabad, marking a major step toward sustainable and eco-friendly urban mobility in the province. The decision was finalized during the 48th meeting of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Policy Board, chaired by Chief Minister […] The post Sindh Approves 500 Electric Buses for Karachi and Hyderabad appeared first on TechJuice .
BENGALURU: Alphabet Inc’s Google will invest $10 billion to set up a massive data centre and artificial intelligence hub in Andhra Pradesh, officials from the southern Indian state said, marking its biggest such investment in the South Asian nation. Google will build a 1-gigawatt data centre campus in the port city of Visakhapatnam, combining AI infrastructure, large-scale energy sources, and an expanded fibre-optic network, according to a statement from the state government. A formal agreement is expected to be signed on Tuesday. The move comes amid intensifying competition among big tech companies, which are spending heavily on building new data centre infrastructure to meet booming demand for AI services. “In an era where data is the new oil, such initiatives will serve as a strategic advantage,” state IT minister Nara Lokesh said.
Investors shifting flows to bitcoin from altcoins, analysts say The post After record crypto crash, a rush to hedge against another freefall appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
A winner of this year’s Nobel Prize in economics warned Monday that artificial intelligence offers “amazing possibilities” but must be regulated because of its potential to destroy jobs. The remarks from Canadian economist Peter Howitt, professor emeritus at Brown University, came amid intensifying debate over how AI will reshape work and society. Growing policy push California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday signed a first-of-its-kind law regulating interactions with AI chatbots, defying White House pressure to keep oversight minimal. Howitt was one of three economists awarded this year’s Nobel by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences for research on how technology drives and affects economic growth. His work with French economist Philippe Aghion, also a laureate, centers on the theory of “creative destruction” — when innovation brings new products that displace old industries. ‘A conflict that must be regulated’ Howitt told reporters that it remains unclear which nation will lead in AI or how the disruption will unfold. “It’s obviously a fantastic technology that has amazing possibilities,” he said. “And it also obviously has an amazing potential for destroying other jobs or replacing highly skilled labor. All I can say is that this is a conflict. It’s going to have to be regulated.” He added that “private incentives in an unregulated market are not really going to resolve this conflict in a way that’s best for society.” Lessons from past revolutions Calling it a “big moment in human history,” the 79-year-old economist likened today’s AI transformation to previous waves of innovation — from steam power to electricity to the telecom boom of the 1990s. “Those technologies showed how innovation can enhance labor, not just replace it,” he said. “How we’re going to do it this time? I wish I had specific answers, but I don’t.” Optimism from another laureate Fellow Nobel winner Joel Mokyr, an American-Israeli economist at Northwestern University, offered a more optimistic view. “Machines don’t replace us. They move us to more interesting, more challenging work,” Mokyr, also 79, said during a live-streamed news conference from Chicago. “Technological change not only replaces people, it creates new tasks.” Mokyr received the prize for identifying the “prerequisites for sustained growth through technological progress.” He said his main concern is not “technological unemployment” but a shrinking labor force as populations age. ‘Our time will come’ Howitt said that when he and Aghion first wrote their landmark 1992 paper on creative destruction, it took five years to publish. But Aghion never doubted the impact of their work. “Right from the beginning, from our very first research, I remember Philippe saying, ‘We’re going to get a Nobel Prize for this,’” Howitt recalled with a smile. “I said, ‘Sure, sure.’ He said, ‘Our time will come.’ And now it’s come. Amazing.”
Kristalina Georgieva warns that developing nations risk being left behind in the global AI race as advanced economies, led by the U.S. and China, dominate technological progress The post IMF’s Georgieva says countries lack regulatory, ethical foundation for AI appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
ISLAMABAD: Garaj, the leading cloud services and cybersecurity solution of Jazz, has successfully achieved compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) version 4.0.1, marking a major milestone in its ongoing commitment to security, compliance, and customer trust. The certification follows a comprehensive audit and assessment conducted by Risk Associates, Pakistan’s foremost PCI Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) Company. The achievement of PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliance underscores Garaj’s dedication to safeguarding sensitive payment data and maintaining a secure, resilient cloud infrastructure for its customers. The accomplishment further strengthens Garaj’s position as a trusted Cloud Service Provider (CSP), enabling organizations, particularly in the financial and fintech sectors, to confidently host payment solutions and manage sensitive data within Garaj’s secure infrastructure. The certification not only enhances client assurance but also helps enterprises reduce compliance complexity, accelerate innovation, and advance their digital transformation journeys. “Security and trust are the foundation of everything we build at Garaj,” said Beenish Wajih, Chief Technology Officer, Jazz Business. “Achieving PCI DSS v4.0.1 reflects our dedication to building a resilient, secure, and future-ready digital ecosystem." Congratulating the Garaj team on this achievement, Kashif Hassan, Managing Director of Risk Associates, said: “Garaj’s attainment of PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliance reflects its strong commitment to global security standards and customer data protection. Such milestones play a pivotal role in advancing Pakistan’s cybersecurity landscape and fostering trust across the digital economy.” The official certificate of compliance was presented in Islamabad to Ms. Beenish Wajih by Kashif Hassan, Managing Director of Risk Associates, and Hashim Mufti, PCI QSA at Risk Associates. This achievement reaffirms Garaj’s leadership in secure digital transformation, setting a benchmark for data protection and trust within Pakistan’s rapidly evolving digital economy. As businesses continue to embrace digital-first operations, Garaj remains steadfast in its mission to deliver secure, scalable, and compliant cloud solutions that drive progress and resilience for enterprises nationwide. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
New research shows that Americans are navigating more scams than anyone else in the world, reflecting a broader global shift toward what experts are calling a “trust nothing” era. The Ping Identity 2025 Consumer Survey , based on responses from more than 10,000 people across 11 countries, reveals how artificial intelligence is reshaping the fraud landscape and undermining confidence in digital security. America Leads the World in Scam Exposure The survey found that the average American encounters roughly 100 scam attempts every month... far higher than the global average. Each week, people in the United States receive about nine scam calls, nine fraudulent emails, and seven suspicious texts. That pace leaves Americans dealing with about 25 scam contacts per week. By comparison, the United Kingdom averages 84 scam attempts per month, while Australians handle around 52. Singapore reports the lowest levels, with only 40. These figures suggest the United States now sits at the epicenter of global fraud activity, with both human deception and AI-generated manipulation increasing the risk. Spam inboxes illustrate how bad the problem has become. Americans and Brits each have more than 350 unread messages flagged as spam, while Indonesians have fewer than 160. The Daily Flood of Fraud Scam messages arrive through almost every channel imaginable — phone calls, emails, texts, and social media platforms. People around the world now receive an average of five spam messages per week on their social media accounts, adding yet another layer to the problem. When scam messages appear, most people act quickly: 53 percent delete them immediately, and 52 percent block the sender. However, a significant minority in India and the United Arab Emirates prefer to verify the sender’s address before taking any action, showing different regional habits in dealing with fraud. Despite widespread caution, phone calls remain a key weak spot. Nearly half of Indians (46 percent) and more than a third of Brits (35 percent) admit they sometimes answer calls marked “potential spam.” In the U.S., 31 percent still do, despite knowing the risks. Confidence Is Collapsing The research paints a worrying picture of declining public confidence. Only 23 percent of global respondents said they feel very confident in recognizing a scam. Among Americans, that number aligns closely with the global average. Trust in institutions and brands is also in decline. Just 17 percent of respondents worldwide said they fully trust organizations that manage their identity data. More than a quarter said they have little or no trust at all. Only 14 percent trust large global enterprises, while 20 percent favor regional or local brands. France reported the lowest levels of trust, with just 8 percent of respondents expressing full confidence in data-handling organizations. The United Arab Emirates stood out as the most trusting country, with 37 percent saying they have full confidence in those who manage their identity data. AI Intensifies Fraud and Fear Artificial intelligence is reshaping not only the types of scams people face but also how they perceive digital safety. According to the survey, 68 percent of respondents now use AI in their daily lives (a sharp increase from 41 percent the previous year) and this familiarity has brought new anxieties. About three-quarters of respondents said they are more concerned about their personal data than they were five years ago. Among their top fears are AI-driven phishing, voice cloning, and deepfake impersonations. Thirty-nine percent listed AI-generated phishing as the most concerning emerging fraud type. Fake apps that imitate legitimate services followed closely at 38 percent. Deepfake video and audio attacks ranked third at 32 percent, while voice cloning scams came in at 31 percent. Nearly 30 percent cited synthetic identity fraud... where criminals combine real and fake data to create entirely new identities. Different Fears in Different Places The survey shows striking differences across countries. Australians expressed the greatest worry over how companies use and store personal data with AI systems, with 34 percent citing transparency concerns. In Singapore, nearly four in ten respondents were most afraid of deepfake impersonations and AI-generated voice cloning. Swedes, in contrast, were among the least concerned about AI impersonation, with just 14 percent mentioning it. Also read: Sensitive Data Is Slipping Into AI Prompts, And Few Workers Realize the Risk Across all regions, financial fraud remains the top fear at 46 percent, followed by personal data breaches at 25 percent. A quarter of respondents said storing passwords or payment details on social platforms made them feel especially vulnerable. Password Fatigue and the Rise of Passkeys Weak password habits continue to drive much of the risk. The average respondent uses 12 passwords for work and 17 for personal accounts, spreading their security thin. Forgetting or misplacing passwords (38 percent) happens more often than using multi-factor authentication (30 percent). The study points to passkeys and biometric authentication as safer options. About 34 percent said fingerprint or facial recognition would make them feel more secure, while 33 percent favored multi-factor authentication. In Indonesia, preference for passkeys reached 44 percent, second only to biometric methods, which topped 60 percent. A Reluctance to Stay Online As digital risks rise, many people are willing to give up parts of their online lives to protect themselves. Globally, 40 percent said they would leave social media altogether rather than risk identity theft. One in three would stop online shopping, and more than a quarter would quit online banking. In Australia, 26 percent said they would abandon streaming services to stay safe. Meanwhile, 22 percent of Germans would stop using travel planning apps, while 36 percent of Dutch respondents said they would give up nothing — reflecting lower overall anxiety levels in the Netherlands. The Demand for Regulation Three-quarters of respondents said they believe governments should regulate AI to protect personal identity data. Support for regulation is strongest in Indonesia (74 percent) and lowest in Sweden (31 percent). Yet fewer than half of people worldwide believe they are sufficiently informed or protected by government or online safety organizations. This gap between public expectation and institutional response underscores how much uncertainty surrounds AI and digital identity. Even as people expect stronger protections, they remain skeptical about whether governments or corporations can provide them. Toward a Fragile Future of Trust Behind the statistics lies a clear global mood: anxiety, exhaustion, and distrust. Consumers are navigating an online world that feels increasingly unsafe, with AI transforming not only how scams are created but how believable they appear. Yet the research also shows signs of resilience. While full trust is rare, 61 percent of respondents said they have at least some level of trust in organizations managing their data... a sign that improvement is possible. Biometric logins, passkeys, and transparent data policies could help rebuild this fragile confidence. For Americans, however, the path forward looks steep. Facing nearly twice as many scams as people in most other countries, they are living at the forefront of the global fraud problem. With AI accelerating deception and trust in free fall, the question now is not just how to stop the scams... but how to restore faith in the digital world itself. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. 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Oppo Reno15 is on the horizon as Oppo prepares to refresh its popular Reno lineup, arriving just months after the Reno14 series debuted in May. With Oppo’s consistent twice-a-year release pattern, the next-generation Reno15 family is now approaching its official launch. Reports suggest Oppo will introduce three models this time: the Reno15, Reno15 Pro, and […] The post Oppo Reno15 Pro Max Specifications Surface Ahead of Launch appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan’s National Computer Emergency Response Team (National CERT) has issued a high-priority alert for all organizations using Cisco ASA 5500-X Series and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) devices. The agency has warned that multiple critical vulnerabilities could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code and gain lasting access to corporate networks if not patched immediately. The […] The post National CERT Alerts on Severe Cisco ASA Firewall Vulnerabilities Allowing Remote Code Execution appeared first on TechJuice .
SAN FRANCISCO — OpenAI announced on Monday a partnership with chipmaker Broadcom to design and build specialized computer processors for artificial intelligence applications. The collaboration is part of OpenAI’s broader strategy to strengthen its position in the generative AI market, which began with the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022. In recent weeks, under CEO […] The post OpenAI partners with Broadcom to develop custom AI processors appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Baseus has unveiled the EnerGeek GX11 4G MiFi Power Bank, the world’s first device to combine a 20,000 mAh power … Read More The post Baseus Unveils World’s First Power Bank That Also Provides 4G appeared first on ProPakistani .
Altcoins are riding a volatile rebound after last week’s brutal sell-off, with several tokens surging harder than Bitcoin (BTC-PKR) as markets stabilize. The collapse that wiped out over $16-19 billion in leveraged crypto positions hit altcoins particularly hard, but some have already clawed back losses. Ethereum (ETH) is one of the strongest performers in the […] The post Altcoins Bounce Back as Broad Crypto Market Stabilizes Post U.S.-China Uncertainty appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan’s Tapmad expands to Bangladesh through a major partnership with Grameenphone. Tapmad is Pakistan’s homegrown Over-the-Top (OTT) platform, which has officially launched its services in Bangladesh. This development marks a major step in Tapmad’s regional expansion. The company has partnered with Grameenphone, one of Bangladesh’s leading telecom operators, to deliver live sports streaming to millions […] The post Tapmad Expands to Bangladesh: Partnership with Grameenphone appeared first on TechJuice .
MediaTek’s newly launched Dimensity 9500 chipset could shake up the Android flagship phone market with an aggressive price tag of … Read More The post Android Flagship Prices Could Be Slashed in 2025 Thanks to This Chip appeared first on ProPakistani .
In a further sign of unabated investor enthusiasm for the artificial intelligence sector, Reflection AI, a startup specializing in AI infrastructure, has raised a colossal $2 billion in a new funding round. The investment, backed by strategic investor NVIDIA, elevates Reflection AI’s valuation to $8 billion, a significant jump from its $545 million valuation just […] The post NVIDIA-Backed Reflection AI Raises $2B, Valuation Jumps to $8B appeared first on TechJuice .
Google’s new Tensor G5 chip, built for its latest Pixel 10 phones, is facing criticism from early testers and analysts … Read More The post Google’s New Tensor G5 Chip for Pixel Phones Has a Major Problem – Here’s Why appeared first on ProPakistani .
The artificial intelligence landscape continues to shift as specialized platforms forge critical infrastructure partnerships to deliver enterprise-ready solutions. A significant development emerged when Hebbia, a leading AI platform for finance, announced the integration of GPT-5, available through Microsoft Azure AI Foundry, into its flagship platform. This collaboration between Hebbia and Microsoft Azure represents more than a technical partnership... it signals a fundamental transformation in how financial institutions process complex information and make strategic decisions. Breaking Down the Partnership Architecture The technical foundation of this collaboration centers on GPT-5's advanced reasoning capabilities combined with Hebbia's intuitive AI interface, creating a system that fundamentally changes how financial professionals interact with vast document repositories. By leveraging Microsoft's secure Azure infrastructure and Hebbia's intuitive AI interface, the platform eliminates time-consuming document review, enabling finance teams to supercharge their workflows with enterprise-grade reliability and security. Danny Wheller, VP of Business and Strategy at Hebbia, articulated the partnership's strategic value: " Integrating Microsoft Azure AI Foundry into Hebbia is about more than speed — it's about giving financial professionals a new edge in generating alpha. By cutting through noise to surface the numbers and drivers that truly matter, teams can build and test investment cases in hours instead of days, with every step traceable, secure, and grounded in real market data." The partnership leverages GPT-5 in Azure AI Foundry, which pairs frontier reasoning with high-performance generation and cost efficiency, delivered on Microsoft Azure's enterprise-grade platform. This combination enables organizations to transition confidently from pilot programs to full-scale production deployments, addressing a critical need in the financial services sector for scalable AI solutions. Strategic Benefits for Financial Services The partnership delivers concrete advantages across multiple dimensions of financial operations. With advanced AI embedded in Hebbia's Matrix platform, professionals can uncover critical insights they'd otherwise miss and accelerate high-value tasks — from due diligence and market intelligence to deal sourcing, contract analysis, and regulatory compliance. Zia Mansoor, CVP of Cloud & AI Platforms at Microsoft, emphasized the transformative potential: "Combining Microsoft Azure AI Foundry with Hebbia's platform exemplifies how generative AI is reshaping the future of financial services. By joining together secure, scalable infrastructure and cutting-edge AI, we're helping financial institutions move beyond manual analysis and toward more strategic, insight-driven decision-making." The platform's capabilities extend beyond simple document processing. With GPT-5's advanced reasoning in Hebbia, they can pinpoint critical figures across thousands of documents and structure complex financial analysis with speed and accuracy. This precision enables financial teams to tackle increasingly sophisticated analytical challenges while maintaining the transparency and auditability required in regulated environments. The Power of Strategic Technology Partnerships This collaboration exemplifies broader trends in the AI ecosystem where companies are using AI, both generative and analytical, as a catalyst for new ways to work together. The partnership model has become increasingly critical as AI development requires substantial infrastructure, diverse data sets, and specialized expertise that few organizations can develop independently. Recent industry analysis highlights how "These partnerships will provide them with diverse data sets that will help them to train their AI models better and generate more accurate outputs", according to Sameer Patil, director of the Centre for Security, Strategy & Technology at Observer Research Foundation. This collaborative approach accelerates innovation while distributing development costs and risks across multiple stakeholders. The financial services industry particularly benefits from such partnerships, as AI agents are partly autonomous; they require a human-led management model. By combining Microsoft's infrastructure expertise with Hebbia's domain-specific knowledge , the partnership creates solutions that balance automation with human oversight—a critical requirement in financial decision-making. Understanding the AI Platform's Capabilities and Growth Founded in 2020 by George Sivulka, Hebbia has raised $130 million in Series B funding at a roughly $700 million valuation led by Andreessen Horowitz, with participation from Index Ventures, Google Ventures, and Peter Thiel. The company's rapid ascent reflects the pressing need for sophisticated AI tools in financial services. The platform's Matrix product represents a significant advancement in financial AI applications. Users can upload documents or integrate with data sources to instantly structure, analyze, and surface insights, enabling rapid, citation-backed research, deal sourcing, diligence, memo drafting, portfolio monitoring, credit underwriting, credit agreement analysis, and risk assessment. Customer adoption has been remarkable, with Hebbia powering AI-driven decisions for BlackRock, KKR, Carlyle, and 40% of the largest asset managers by AUM. The platform currently helps manage over $15 trillion in assets globally, demonstrating its critical role in modern financial infrastructure. Expanding Capabilities Through Strategic Acquisitions The company's growth strategy extends beyond partnerships to strategic acquisitions. In June 2025, Hebbia announced its acquisition of FlashDocs , a leader in generative AI slide deck creation. This acquisition addresses what CEO George Sivulka described as a "last-mile problem" in financial workflows. The acquisition expands Hebbia's platform beyond information retrieval and agentic workflows into content generation, with FlashDocs currently automating 10,000+ slides per day for leading AI and enterprise companies. Adam Khakhar, CTO and co-founder of FlashDocs, explained the strategic value: "Now Hebbia is not just surfacing insights but generating the final outputs that matter most in finance: investment memos, board decks, diligence summaries." Financial Performance and Market Position The company's financial trajectory has been exceptional. Over the last 18 months, we grew revenue 15X, quintupled headcount, and drove over 2% of OpenAI's daily volume, according to founder George Sivulka. Hebbia had ARR of $13 million, and the company was profitable at the time of its Series B funding, demonstrating sustainable business fundamentals alongside rapid growth. The platform serves a diverse client base, including KKR, MetLife, and the U.S. Air Force, extending beyond traditional financial institutions to government and military applications. This diversity reflects the platform's versatility in handling complex document analysis across various domains. Future Implications for Financial Technology The Microsoft Azure AI Foundry partnership positions Hebbia at the forefront of a fundamental shift in financial services technology. As AI stands out from these inventions because it offers more than access to information. It can summarize, code, reason, engage in a dialogue, and make choices; the technology promises to democratize sophisticated financial analysis capabilities. Looking ahead, the partnership of GPT-5 through Azure AI Foundry represents just the beginning. As developers need an end-to-end platform that seamlessly connects code, collaboration, and cloud, partnerships like this one establish the foundation for next-generation financial applications that combine human expertise with AI capabilities. Navigating the Competitive Landscape The financial AI sector has become increasingly competitive, with multiple players vying for market share. However, Hebbia's approach of combining deep financial domain expertise with cutting-edge infrastructure partnerships creates significant competitive advantages. The platform's ability to handle dense files and respond to users' inquiries concisely and accurately, precisely in the way that is needed, differentiates it from more generic AI solutions. Industry observers note that customers are redefining how they work through the platform, using Hebbia to gain insights that were never before possible. During the SVB crisis, for instance, asset managers instantly mapped exposure to regional banks across millions of documents, demonstrating the platform's value in time-critical scenarios. Shaping the Future of Financial Analysis The strategic partnership between Hebbia and Microsoft Azure AI Foundry represents more than a technical partnership—it exemplifies how specialized AI companies can leverage infrastructure partnerships to deliver transformative solutions. By combining domain expertise with enterprise-grade infrastructure, the collaboration enables financial institutions to navigate increasingly complex markets with unprecedented speed and accuracy. As the financial services industry continues its digital transformation, partnerships that balance innovation with security, scalability with specialization, will determine which solutions ultimately succeed. This collaboration demonstrates how strategic alliances can accelerate the deployment of AI technologies while maintaining the rigorous standards required in financial services, setting a blueprint for future industry partnerships.
EA has rolled out the first major update for Battlefield 6, and it’s already making waves. The Day One Patch (v1.0.1.0), released on October 9, 2025, targets a movement exploit that gave players an unrealistic mobility boost during fights. The fix comes after strong community feedback during the open beta. Many players felt that the […] The post Battlefield 6 Day One Patch Fixes Major Movement Exploit appeared first on TechJuice .
Fans of the Avatar series will soon get to see Aang and Korra battle it out in Avatar Legends: The … Read More The post Avatar is Finally Getting a Proper Fighting Game Inspired by Street Fighter appeared first on ProPakistani .
Microsoft is finally pulling the plug on Windows 10 support on October 14, 2025, marking the end of an era that began nearly a decade ago. After the deadline, millions of PCs running Windows 10 will continue to operate, but without crucial security updates, they’ll face increasing exposure to online threats. The company is encouraging […] The post Windows 10 Reaches End of Support—Here’s How to Keep It Running Securely for Free appeared first on TechJuice .
Microsoft is rolling out a major update to Copilot on Windows, introducing two significant features: account connectors and document generation … Read More The post Windows Copilot Just Got These 2 Major Upgrades for Free appeared first on ProPakistani .
Researchers have unveiled a novel method that uses a battery’s internal stored energy to drive the recycling process, enabling recovery of over 93% of lithium and 95% of transition metals from spent lithium-ion cells. How the Self-Powered Recycling Works Instead of relying on external furnaces or harsh chemicals, the technique triggers a controlled thermal runaway […] The post Scientists Harness Batteries’ Own Energy to Recover 95% of Key Metals appeared first on TechJuice .
Xiaomi’s upcoming flagship, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, is already making headlines months ahead of its expected early 2026 launch. Recent leaks and certifications are fueling excitement, especially around its next-generation connectivity features. According to new reports from China, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has received regulatory approval for direct satellite communication. The certification confirms support for […] The post Xiaomi 17 Ultra Moves Closer to Launch with Direct Satellite Connection appeared first on TechJuice .
Fortnite just brought a wave of nostalgia to the island. The Scooby Gang Run emote is finally here, and it’s easily one of the most fun additions of Fortnitemares 2025. Epic Games teamed up with the classic Scooby Doo franchise to deliver a crossover that blends spooky vibes with cartoon charm. The emote arrived in […] The post Fortnite Scooby Gang Run Emote Drops with Fortnitemares 2025 appeared first on TechJuice .
A new study by Buffer has uncovered a surprising trend on TikTok. Posting more frequently can actually boost the reach of each individual video rather than dilute it. The findings challenge long-held assumptions about algorithm fatigue and content oversaturation on short-form platforms. Buffer’s analysis of thousands of creator accounts revealed that users who post daily […] The post Report Suggests TikTok Post Frequency is Directly Related to Organic Traffic Boost appeared first on TechJuice .
People are more likely to fall for phishing scams when their attention is split across several tasks. New research led by Milena Head at McMaster University shows that distraction, not ignorance, often causes these errors. The study , published in the European Journal of Information Systems , looked at how mental workload affects people’s ability to judge whether an email is legitimate. Participants who had to remember longer sets of numbers were less accurate in spotting phishing attempts. Those under heavier mental load were also less confident in their decisions. Researchers say phishing detection is a thinking task, not an automatic reaction. When the mind is busy, the mental reminder to “check this message carefully” often fades before a person can decide what to trust. Mental Load Reduces Accuracy The experiments involved more than 900 participants who reviewed both real and fraudulent emails. Each person performed a memory task before judging the messages. When the task was simple, detection accuracy was higher. When it was harder, accuracy dropped. Data from the first experiment showed that high memory load had a measurable negative effect on detection accuracy (β = −.124, p = .049) and decision quality (β = −.066, p = .008). This pattern confirmed what many workplaces see in practice: multitasking reduces focus and leads to quick, sometimes wrong, decisions. People who were confident in their cybersecurity skills did not necessarily perform better. Some overestimated their ability and became less cautious. Messages that looked familiar also reduced attention, especially when participants were juggling other tasks. The researchers observed that mental effort from one activity can spill into another, making it harder to focus. “When cognitive demands are high, users may never retrieve the goal of phishing detection at all,” the study explains. Simple Cues Help Refocus the Mind The second experiment tested whether a short reminder could offset this problem. After reading a short memo, half of the participants saw a quick message reminding them to watch for phishing before they checked their inbox. That short prompt improved accuracy and decision quality (β = .230, p < .001). It acted as a mental cue, helping people recall their security goal at the right moment. The negative effect of memory load was weaker when reminders appeared, which suggests that a well-timed message can restore focus even under pressure. These reminders worked best for emails framed around rewards or refunds, known as “gain-framed” messages. Such messages often escape suspicion because they appear positive. Loss-framed messages, like account warnings, already triggered more caution and showed smaller improvement. Gender differences also appeared. Male participants showed a larger boost from reminders, though the researchers said this pattern needs more investigation. What the Findings Mean for Training The research challenges how most organizations train people to detect phishing. Many awareness sessions happen in quiet settings, far from the fast-paced reality of everyday work. The study suggests that detection exercises should include distractions to reflect real conditions. Practical systems could also help. A context-aware tool might track when a user is switching tasks or typing rapidly, then deliver a subtle alert before they open new emails. Training programs could schedule phishing simulations during peak work hours to capture how attention works under stress. The study’s data show that even small reminders can make a measurable difference. They don’t need to interrupt work or appear constantly. Timing is more important than volume. With billions of phishing emails circulating every day, small improvements in detection can have a broad effect. As the researchers conclude, mental overload, not lack of awareness, is often the cause of these mistakes. Understanding how attention works under strain may help organizations protect employees at the moments they are most likely to slip. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: • The AI Boss Effect: How ChatGPT Is Quietly Replacing Workplace Guidance • People Struggle to Tell AI from Doctors, and Often Trust It More
Apple appears to be gearing up for another major product launch this week, with its new M5 chip expected to take center stage. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the company is preparing to unveil its October lineup, featuring upgraded versions of the iPad Pro, Vision Pro, and MacBook Pro, all powered by the latest Apple […] The post Apple Gears Up for October Launch Featuring New M5 Chip Devices appeared first on TechJuice .
Industry whispers suggest that vivo Pakistan is preparing to unveil a new device, the V60 Lite, designed for those who … Read More The post Early Look: V60 Lite Promises Travel-Ready Photography and Power appeared first on ProPakistani .
Apple is reportedly working on a stunning AirPods upgrade that could bring built-in cameras, on-device AI, and a new H3 chipset to its popular earbuds. If these plans materialize, the next generation of AirPods could shift from being mere audio accessories to advanced wearable sensors that fit seamlessly into Apple’s spatial computing vision. Apple AirPods […] The post Apple’s Next AirPods Could Get Built-in Cameras, AI & a Supercharged H3 Chip appeared first on TechJuice .
Microsoft is facing mounting criticism after reports surfaced that its official upgrade pathway from Windows 10 to Windows 11 has been broken or severely disrupted for many users. The upgrade tool now frequently fails compatibility checks, throws generic errors, or outright refuses to proceed even on machines that clearly meet Microsoft’s system requirements. Users on […] The post Microsoft’s Windows 10 to 11 Upgrade Tool Reportedly Broken, Frustrating Users appeared first on TechJuice .
A dangerous new malware strain, dubbed ChaosBot, is raising alarms in the cybersecurity community for its use of novel techniques, including leveraging Discord channels for command and control (C2). Written in the Rust programming language, ChaosBot is a stealthy backdoor that allows attackers to issue remote instructions to compromised systems, according to research by eSentire’s […] The post New Rust-Based Malware “ChaosBot” Uses Discord Channels to Hijack PCs appeared first on TechJuice .
Intel has released new information about its upcoming Core Ultra Series 3 processors, codenamed Panther Lake, as part of its … Read More The post Intel’s New 2nm ‘Panther Lake’ Processors to be “Most Advanced Chips Made by the US” appeared first on ProPakistani .
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Bitcoin price is showing signs of recovery, rebounding to around $112,000 after slipping below $110,000 amid renewed U.S.-China trade tensions. The world’s largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization is stabilizing after a volatile weekend that saw traders react sharply to escalating tariff announcements. Earlier today, U.S. President Donald Trump revealed new measures on Truth Social, declaring […] The post Bitcoin Regains Strength at $112,000 Following Trade War Jitters appeared first on TechJuice .
Apple has officially discontinued its Clips app, removing it from the App Store and announcing that it will no longer receive updates. The company confirmed the decision through a support page on its website, stating that as of October 10, new users can no longer download the Clips app. However, existing users can continue using […] The post Apple Officially Discontinues Clips App After Seven Years appeared first on TechJuice .
An Australian airline data breach has exposed the personal information of 5.7 million Qantas customers after hackers targeted a third-party software system earlier this year. The stolen data has now been leaked online as part of a global cyberattack affecting multiple major firms. According to reports, Disney, Google, Ikea, Toyota, McDonald’s, Air France, and KLM […] The post Australian Airline Data Breach Exposes 5.7m Customer Records appeared first on TechJuice .
Ubisoft has reportedly canceled a planned Assassin’s Creed game set during and after the American Civil War, with sources citing fears of political controversy as the main reason behind the decision. According to reports, the canceled Assassin’s Creed project was in early development and internally regarded as one of the franchise’s most ambitious titles before […] The post Ubisoft Drops Assassin’s Creed Game Set in American Civil War appeared first on TechJuice .
Study finds that even flawed AI medical answers can seem as convincing as real physicians’ advice. Growing reliance on machine advice A new paper in NEJM AI reveals that people often place too much confidence in medical responses written by artificial intelligence systems, even when the information is inaccurate. Researchers from MIT, Stanford, and IBM found that participants were largely unable to distinguish between advice generated by a large language model and that written by licensed physicians. More surprisingly, they tended to rate AI answers as more trustworthy and complete than those coming from doctors. The findings reflect how rapidly generative AI has entered the healthcare space. Hospitals and software providers are already experimenting with automated assistants to manage patient queries and medical documentation. Yet the same systems that impress with fluency can also produce confident but incorrect answers, leaving ordinary users uncertain about when to trust them. How the research was conducted The study team collected 150 anonymized medical questions and responses from HealthTap, an online platform where real physicians answer public inquiries. The questions represented six major areas of medicine, ranging from diagnosis and treatment to recovery and wellness. Using the GPT-3 model, the researchers produced parallel AI responses for each question. Four independent physicians reviewed these AI outputs to judge their accuracy, classifying them as either high or low quality. From this evaluation, the researchers created a balanced dataset containing 30 responses from doctors, 30 high-accuracy AI replies, and 30 low-accuracy ones. This dataset formed the basis of three controlled online experiments involving 300 adult participants. What participants experienced In the first experiment, each volunteer viewed a random mix of doctor and AI responses to ten medical questions. They were asked to guess the source and to rate how well they understood both the question and the answer. On average, participants identified the correct author only about half the time, roughly equivalent to chance. When a second group evaluated the same material without being told where the responses came from, they judged the AI-generated ones to be clearer and more persuasive. High-accuracy AI replies received the highest marks for validity, trustworthiness, and completeness. Even low-accuracy AI answers, which contained factual mistakes, were rated almost the same as physicians’ responses. The third experiment tested whether labeling affected opinions. Participants were told that each answer came from one of three possible sources: a doctor, an AI, or a doctor assisted by AI. Interestingly, the label “doctor” raised the perceived reliability of high-accuracy AI answers but did not improve trust in the low-accuracy ones. That suggests people are influenced by both the perceived authority of the source and the confidence of the language, regardless of factual precision. Expert evaluations mirror public bias To explore whether professionals share similar biases, the researchers also asked additional physicians to evaluate the same dataset in two conditions: one where they knew whether the text was AI- or doctor-written, and one where that information was hidden. When the source labels were removed, experts rated AI and doctor responses almost equally across all metrics. But when the labels were visible, they judged the AI responses as less accurate and complete. The difference revealed an unconscious bias even among professionals once they were aware of the authorship. Why trust can be risky The research highlights a growing dilemma in digital healthcare. While language models can generate clear and empathetic text, their occasional errors can still carry serious consequences. The study found that participants who trusted low-accuracy AI advice showed a high likelihood of following it, including when it could cause harm or lead to unnecessary medical visits. Because AI phrasing tends to sound confident and neatly structured, readers may interpret fluency as expertise. That combination (convincing tone paired with possible inaccuracy) creates an illusion of reliability. For patients searching for answers online, this illusion could translate into false reassurance or misguided self-treatment. Broader implications for AI in medicine The research team used GPT-3, an earlier model, to avoid any bias from the latest systems. Yet the conclusions apply to newer models as well, since even advanced versions can produce confident errors. The authors argue that as health institutions adopt AI-powered chat tools, transparency and human oversight must remain central. The paper notes that these findings should not discourage the use of AI in healthcare but rather define how it should be applied. When supervised by professionals, language models can help reduce administrative workloads, support diagnosis, and improve access to reliable information. Without that oversight, however, users risk accepting misinformation that appears polished but lacks medical grounding. A need for human judgment The results from NEJM AI underline a simple but essential truth: people value clear answers, and AI now provides them with remarkable fluency. Yet clarity is not the same as correctness. As the line between human and machine expertise continues to blur, the responsibility for safe guidance still rests with qualified clinicians. Artificial intelligence can assist, but trust in medicine must ultimately be earned through human judgment, not algorithmic eloquence. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. 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OpenAI can now remove deleted ChatGPT conversations from its servers after a federal judge lifted an earlier order that had forced the company to keep them. The decision marks the end of a long-running dispute over user data and privacy tied to an ongoing copyright lawsuit from The New York Times and several other news publishers. Court Drops Broad Data Preservation Rule The preservation order , first issued in May 2025, had required OpenAI to hold all output log data related to ChatGPT. This included deleted chats and temporary conversations that users believed were gone. The court put the rule in place so the plaintiffs could look for possible examples of copyrighted content inside ChatGPT’s responses. Judge Ona Wang of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York later ruled that the company no longer needs to store every deleted chat. OpenAI stopped keeping new logs on September 26, but all previously saved data remains available for the publishers as part of the evidence review. The order still allows the plaintiffs to flag specific user accounts or domains if they suspect links to copyrighted material. Users Regain Privacy Control For ChatGPT users, the new ruling means deleted chats will again be removed from OpenAI’s systems, returning control over personal conversations. The earlier order had affected millions of accounts across the free, Plus, Pro, and Team versions of ChatGPT. Business and education accounts were not impacted because they follow separate data retention policies. Privacy advocates and users had criticized the earlier rule for overreaching. Many argued that it conflicted with data protection laws that give individuals the right to delete their information. OpenAI also pushed back in court, saying that the order placed the company in a difficult position between privacy obligations and discovery demands. Legal Battle Over Copyright Continues The lawsuit from The New York Times began in late 2023, accusing OpenAI of training its AI models using the newspaper’s content without permission or payment. The complaint claims that ChatGPT and related systems produced outputs resembling original articles. OpenAI maintains that its training process follows fair use principles and does not violate copyright law. During earlier hearings, the court questioned how to balance the need for potential evidence with users’ privacy expectations. The initial preservation order was meant to keep data intact until both sides clarified what material might be relevant. After months of review, Judge Wang agreed that a blanket rule covering every chat was unnecessary. Ongoing Impact on AI Companies Although OpenAI can now delete most chat logs, the lawsuit itself remains active. The preserved records will stay accessible to the plaintiffs, and the Times can request new ones linked to specific users or organizations as it continues its investigation. Microsoft, a key OpenAI partner, also faces involvement in the case through its AI product Copilot. The outcome of this and similar lawsuits could shape how AI developers use publicly available text to train large language models. Industry observers say the rulings may eventually set clearer boundaries for the use of copyrighted materials in machine learning. Users Advised to Stay Cautious While the latest order restores normal deletion for most accounts, experts still encourage users to avoid sharing private or sensitive information. Even with deletion enabled, some data may remain accessible during ongoing legal reviews or system backups. The court’s decision eases OpenAI’s storage burden and restores some confidence among users who value privacy. Yet the broader questions about how generative AI interacts with journalism and copyright are still unresolved, and the final legal outcome could influence data handling rules for years to come. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: Solen Feyissa - unsplash Read next: • AI Systems Can Be Fooled by Fake Dates, Giving Newer Content Unfair Visibility • OpenAI’s Sora 2 Sparks Debate Over AI’s Growing Environmental Footprint
Bitcoin , the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market value, extended declines on Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his trade conflict with China. Trump on Friday said he was raising tariffs on Chinese exports to the U.S. to 100% and imposing export controls on “any and all critical software” in a reprisal to recently announced export limits by China on rare earth minerals critical to tech and other manufacturing. The spat shook global financial markets, sending the benchmark S&P 500 Index sliding by more than 2%. Bitcoin was last down 8.4% at $104,782 as of 17:20 ET (2120 GMT). Ethereum , the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency, fell 5.8% to $3637 at 17:21 ET.
Researchers have found that leading AI systems can be manipulated through something as simple as a false timestamp. A team from Waseda University in Japan proved that by adding a recent date to existing text, content can suddenly rise in ranking within AI-driven search results, even if the material itself has not changed. The experiment involved no rewriting, no factual improvement, just a shift in the publication year... and it worked across every major model they tested. That means systems such as ChatGPT, Meta’s LLaMA, and Alibaba’s Qwen are not purely rewarding relevance or authority but also the illusion of freshness. It’s a discovery that ties modern AI behavior to an old problem once limited to traditional search algorithms: the obsession with recency. A Simple Trick That Changed Results The researchers fed standardized test data into seven major AI models: OpenAI’s GPT-4, GPT-4o, and GPT-3.5, Meta’s LLaMA-3, and both large and small variants of Qwen-2.5. They inserted false publication dates ranging from 2018 to 2025 and observed how rankings shifted when the same text appeared newer. Every model preferred the newer-dated version. The results were striking. Some passages leapt ninety-five places higher in AI ranking. Roughly one in four relevance judgments flipped entirely. Top ten results skewed one to five years newer on average. Older, detailed, peer-reviewed, or expert-verified sources were routinely replaced by recent, less credible ones. The researchers described a “seesaw effect,” where fresher content consistently climbed upward while older entries sank — regardless of actual quality. In plain terms, the date became more influential than the data. The Code Behind the Bias Earlier this year, independent analyst Metehan Yesilyurt had discovered a line in ChatGPT’s internal configuration: use_freshness_scoring_profile: true. It suggested the model had an active mechanism that prioritized newer content. The Waseda research essentially validated what he had already suspected. Yesilyurt argued that this setting acts as a reranking function — not just for web pages but for any content the model retrieves or summarizes. Combined with the new findings, it now appears that this feature heavily influences visibility within AI search tools. One surprising outcome of the Waseda experiments was that smaller models were less fooled than larger ones. Alibaba’s Qwen-2.5-72B showed minimal distortion, while Meta’s LLaMA-3-8B displayed the highest bias, with nearly a quarter of its rankings reversed by fake dates. GPT-4o and GPT-4 fell in between, showing bias but less extreme patterns. The difference suggests that the problem may lie less in scale than in how training data and model architecture interpret time as a signal of importance. When the Clock Outweighs Content The effect has serious implications for online visibility. Imagine a detailed 2020 medical study being pushed down by a shallow 2024 blog post labeled “Updated for 2025.” Or a well-maintained technical guide losing its place to a recently rewritten but less accurate copy. In both cases, the ranking systems are not evaluating expertise, only apparent freshness. That dynamic creates what researchers now call a “temporal arms race.” Content creators realize that simply updating timestamps can improve placement in AI-based systems. In response, AI providers may try to detect and penalize superficial changes. The cycle then repeats, turning freshness into a competitive trick rather than a genuine indicator of quality. Over time, this could reshape the digital knowledge ecosystem. What’s new will dominate what’s correct. The Loss of Temporal Awareness The study also revealed a deeper flaw in model reasoning: an inability to judge when recency is relevant. Historical questions, such as “origins of the printing press,” receive the same freshness treatment as breaking news. Models apply temporal weighting universally, without distinguishing between queries that benefit from current updates and those that don’t. This happens because AI ranking systems often rely on “rerankers”... models designed to reorder search results based on features like date or user intent. Yet their interpretation of intent rarely accounts for time. The configuration Yesilyurt found, which also included enable_query_intent: true , proves that these systems detect purpose but not temporal context. As a result, even timeless subjects become victims of the freshness filter. The Uneven Fight Against Bias According to Waseda’s data, Qwen-2.5-72B showed the least bias, with only an eight percent reversal rate, while Meta’s smaller LLaMA-3-8B hit twenty-five percent. This gap highlights how architecture and data weighting matter more than scale or brand. The larger model didn’t perform better; it simply amplified the bias more confidently. What Creators Should Do Experts now advise publishers to treat update frequency as essential. Content older than three years may already be invisible to AI-based tools unless refreshed. Cosmetic edits still work, though they risk creating more noise than improvement. Real updates that add context or accuracy remain the safer path. Writers are also encouraged to include clear time markers — “Current as of 2025” or “Reference guide (2020–2024)” — so that models can interpret temporal intent. Another strategy involves linking new content to older sources to signal continuity rather than abandonment. Relevance Is Becoming a Moving Target What this research makes clear is that recency has replaced reliability as a key factor in AI-generated results. The combination of Yesilyurt’s code discovery and Waseda’s quantitative analysis provides both mechanism and proof. Until AI developers build systems capable of distinguishing when time matters, the web’s best and most established content will continue to fade, replaced by whatever looks latest. It’s a reminder that even in artificial intelligence, memory still has a short shelf life. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: Instagram’s Adam Mosseri Says AI Will Broaden Creativity but Demands Caution
Bitcoin (BTC) hovered around $110,000 on Saturday following a historic $20 billion liquidation across the crypto market the largest in digital asset history. Analysts warn the market may not have reached its bottom yet as investors brace for further volatility. The crypto crash came amid renewed U.S.–China trade tensions, sending global risk assets tumbling. The […] The post Bitcoin Struggles at $110K After $20B Crypto Liquidation Wipeout appeared first on TechJuice .
When Capital Starts Talking to Itself Somewhere between genuine progress and self-referential hype, artificial intelligence has become the most crowded trade on the planet. The Bloomberg AI money-flow map reveals an astonishingly tight circuit of capital: Microsoft funding OpenAI, OpenAI buying chips from Nvidia, Nvidia investing back into OpenAI, Oracle inking multi-hundred-billion-dollar cloud deals, and […] The post The Great AI Feedback Loop: Innovation or Imminent Bubble? appeared first on TechJuice .
In a major boost to Pakistan’s electric vehicle market, Bank Alfalah has teamed up with Atlas Honda to launch an attractive interest-free installment offer for the Honda ICON-e, the company’s first fully electric scooter. This collaboration aims to make eco-friendly commuting more accessible to urban riders. The Honda ICON-e, priced at Rs. 419,900, can now […] The post Honda ICON-e Electric Scooter Now Available with 0% Interest Installments appeared first on TechJuice .
Meta is discontinuing its Gaming Creator Program on Facebook, phasing out the specialized support and monetization features designed for gaming content creators. The move marks the end of an era for Facebook’s attempt to carve out a gaming niche, even as its rivals double down on live game streaming. What’s Being Phase Out The Gaming […] The post Facebook to Shut Down Gaming Creator Program appeared first on TechJuice .
Battlefield 6’s launch faced a major hiccup when the EA App failed to verify game licenses for many players. Soon after release, users reported login issues, error messages, and being told to “purchase to play” despite already owning the game. The glitch locked players out of both campaign and multiplayer modes. The problem mainly affected […] The post EA App Glitch Breaks Battlefield 6 Launch: EA Offers Compensation appeared first on TechJuice .
