The groups will identify and implement projects on high-yield cotton seeds, water-saving irrigation, and modern farming techniques The post Pakistan and China to form technical groups for agricultural projects appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi inaugurated the Online Women Police Station and the new “One Info” mobile application in Islamabad on Sunday, highlighting a significant leap forward in the digital transformation of the capital’s policing system. During his visit to the Islamabad Safe City Headquarters, Mohsin Naqvi praised IG Islamabad Ali Nasir Rizvi and his team […] The post Online Women Police Station and ‘One Info’ App Go Live in Islamabad appeared first on TechJuice .
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has warned that without urgent reforms Pakistan could fall further behind in broadband and digital access, despite mobile broadband coverage reaching […] The post ADB Urges Digital Reforms to Unlock Pakistan’s Tech Potential appeared first on Digital Pakistan .
The Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) has doubled the number of free Wi-Fi spots across the province, expanding digital access and upgrading infrastructure to meet growing public demand. In a major step toward digital inclusion, the PSCA announced that the number of free Wi-Fi spots in Lahore has increased from 230 to 430. The service […] The post Punjab Govt Doubles Free Wi-Fi Spots Across Province appeared first on TechJuice .
The Pakistan IT Industry Association (P@SHA) has urged the government to unlock significant tech investment by ensuring consistent tax policies, smoother remittance processes, and a streamlined […] The post P@SHA Urges Predictable Policies to Boost Investment appeared first on Digital Pakistan .
Automation is creeping into workplaces faster than ever, and not all jobs are built to survive the shift. A recent analysis by WillRobotTakeMyJob ranks 100 occupations that face the greatest risk of being replaced by machines, alongside 100 that appear safer, at least for now. The study uses machine learning models trained on U.S. Department of Labor data to estimate how likely a job is to be automated based on the skills, knowledge, and complexity it demands. The results don't just show who might be vulnerable, but also who’s likely to keep a human edge in the age of artificial intelligence. Where Automation Hits Hardest Jobs that repeat the same steps each day, rely on limited decision-making, or involve manual labor in structured environments have the highest odds of being automated. Many of the top-ranked high-risk jobs involve physical tasks or simple data handling. Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors top the list with a 100% risk score. They earn around $45,760 and face slow job growth. Packers and Packagers earn even less , roughly $34,800, and also hold a perfect risk rating. Like many warehouse roles, their work is predictable and easy to program. Machine Feeders, Offbearers, and Freight Laborers also fall into this category. They’re already being replaced by robotics in factories and fulfillment centers. Other occupations flagged include dredge operators , billing clerks , shoe machine operators , and title examiners . These roles typically carry lower wages, ranging between $35,000 and $55,000, and have little demand for personal judgment or creative thinking. Even jobs that once seemed secure, like credit analysts and customer service reps , now face high exposure. AI can quickly learn patterns in credit risk or handle scripted client queries, often more efficiently than a person can. # Occupation Risk level Job score Risk level (voted) Median wage (USD) Projected growth (by 2031) 1 Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors 100.00% 2.2/10 71.27% 45,760 2.30% 2 Packers and Packagers, Hand 100.00% 1.6/10 76.89% 34,830 -4.20% 3 Machine Feeders and Offbearers 100.00% 1.1/10 81.25% 39,250 -12.70% 4 Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand 100.00% 2.7/10 78.21% 37,660 4.20% 5 Fallers 100.00% 1.8/10 58.33% 53,170 -8.40% 6 Dredge Operators 100.00% 2.7/10 78.57% 50,440 2.10% 7 Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders 100.00% 0.4/10 91.16% 36,970 -13.60% 8 Credit Analysts 100.00% 3.0/10 68.90% 79,420 -3.90% 9 Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers 100.00% 2.9/10 54.49% 53,550 1.00% 10 Billing and Posting Clerks 100.00% 2.2/10 81.08% 45,590 0.50% 11 Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners 100.00% 2.3/10 77.42% 63,940 1.80% 12 Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators 100.00% 2.2/10 72.37% 53,440 -7.90% 13 Cooks, Fast Food 100.00% 1.4/10 74.73% 29,260 -13.70% 14 Postal Service Mail Carriers 100.00% 3.1/10 53.84% 56,330 -3.00% 15 Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks 100.00% 2.2/10 88.89% 47,440 -5.00% 16 Bill and Account Collectors 100.00% 1.8/10 68.18% 44,250 -9.50% 17 Telephone Operators 100.00% 0.7/10 85.88% 38,080 -26.40% 18 Motion Picture Projectionists 100.00% 0.9/10 72.66% 35,160 -5.00% 19 Correspondence Clerks 100.00% 1.6/10 83.33% 42,120 -6.70% 20 Receptionists and Information Clerks 100.00% 1.8/10 82.92% 35,840 -0.50% 21 Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks 100.00% 1.6/10 80.88% 48,000 -5.20% 22 Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service 100.00% 0.9/10 83.70% 36,750 -25.20% 23 Brokerage Clerks 100.00% 2.4/10 58.55% 60,150 -2.80% 24 Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks 100.00% 3.3/10 78.02% 53,900 4.90% 25 Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks 100.00% 1.8/10 74.17% 46,900 -3.90% 26 Proofreaders and Copy Markers 100.00% 1.6/10 70.57% 48,790 -3.40% 27 Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service 100.00% 1.4/10 85.29% 36,880 -6.20% 28 Word Processors and Typists 100.00% 1.3/10 81.45% 46,450 -38.00% 29 Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants 100.00% 1.9/10 75.38% 50,680 -5.10% 30 Order Clerks 100.00% 1.2/10 78.91% 41,600 -17.90% 31 Office Machine Operators, Except Computer 100.00% 1.0/10 82.29% 37,450 -15.10% 32 Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products 100.00% 1.0/10 78.70% 34,360 -4.70% 33 New Accounts Clerks 100.00% 1.3/10 80.85% 44,630 -14.60% 34 Data Entry Keyers 100.00% 1.1/10 90.60% 37,790 -25.00% 35 Food Batchmakers 100.00% 3.4/10 68.52% 38,460 9.10% 36 Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 100.00% 3.0/10 70.00% 44,390 2.00% 37 Food Cooking Machine Operators and Tenders 100.00% 1.4/10 77.78% 38,550 1.00% 38 Slaughterers and Meat Packers 100.00% 1.9/10 69.32% 38,160 1.40% 39 Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials 100.00% 1.0/10 73.86% 32,240 -12.00% 40 Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters 100.00% 2.0/10 87.50% 48,840 -16.30% 41 Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers 100.00% 1.2/10 52.14% 36,020 -11.90% 42 Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners 100.00% 1.8/10 75.00% 46,410 -7.80% 43 Gem and Diamond Workers 100.00% 1.6/10 81.25% 47,450 -3.70% 44 Milling and Planning Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 100.00% 1.0/10 80.95% 47,200 -12.90% 45 Helpers--Production Workers 100.00% 1.1/10 77.82% 36,700 -8.30% 46 Sewing Machine Operators 100.00% 1.3/10 70.24% 34,440 -13.20% 47 Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 100.00% 1.8/10 70.00% 44,620 -19.20% 48 Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 100.00% 2.1/10 67.31% 42,610 -10.70% 49 Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 100.00% 1.6/10 64.06% 42,400 -11.20% 50 Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders 100.00% 1.6/10 67.86% 35,530 -8.80% 51 Textile Knitting and Weaving Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders 100.00% 1.1/10 68.42% 37,130 -11.80% 52 Textile Bleaching and Dyeing Machine Operators and Tenders 100.00% 0.4/10 80.71% 35,340 -10.30% 53 Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders 100.00% 3.5/10 86.54% 46,100 4.30% 54 Etchers and Engravers 100.00% 2.3/10 89.58% 40,040 2.30% 55 Cleaning, Washing, and Metal Pickling Equipment Operators and Tenders 100.00% 2.0/10 80.65% 39,340 4.50% 56 Semiconductor Processing Technicians 100.00% 3.7/10 59.78% 45,850 13.00% 57 Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians 100.00% 2.2/10 51.67% 37,720 1.60% 58 Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood 100.00% 2.4/10 77.78% 38,000 -0.50% 59 Tire Builders 100.00% 2.2/10 75.00% 54,080 3.10% 60 Adhesive Bonding Machine Operators and Tenders 100.00% 2.3/10 56.25% 43,540 -0.50% 61 Cutters and Trimmers, Hand 100.00% 1.2/10 60.53% 37,040 -18.40% 62 Textile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders 100.00% 0.8/10 64.47% 36,620 -11.70% 63 Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 100.00% 1.8/10 51.56% 47,110 -11.40% 64 Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks 100.00% 1.8/10 79.91% 52,240 -15.10% 65 Medical Transcriptionists 100.00% 1.3/10 77.31% 37,060 -4.70% 66 Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders 99.90% 2.7/10 68.75% 42,670 2.70% 67 Office Clerks, General 99.45% 1.8/10 77.10% 40,480 -5.60% 68 Judicial Law Clerks 99.32% 3.1/10 52.66% 57,490 3.40% 69 Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders 99.26% 1.5/10 79.41% 44,310 -2.70% 70 Tax Preparers 99.13% 2.8/10 73.44% 49,010 4.20% 71 Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic 98.97% 2.0/10 96.88% 49,670 -22.20% 72 Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 98.36% 1.3/10 68.75% 44,240 -9.50% 73 Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers 98.24% 3.8/10 75.00% 40,490 7.20% 74 Bridge and Lock Tenders 98.20% 2.5/10 80.00% 49,120 0.50% 75 Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners 98.13% 1.2/10 57.43% 29,170 -2.40% 76 Court, Municipal, and License Clerks 97.59% 2.7/10 66.67% 46,110 3.80% 77 Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing 97.54% 1.6/10 65.38% 38,260 -2.20% 78 Telemarketers 97.49% 0.9/10 90.40% 34,480 -21.50% 79 Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers 97.47% 3.6/10 51.92% 43,310 5.30% 80 Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining 97.27% 2.5/10 60.00% 64,070 -22.90% 81 Parking Attendants 97.17% 2.4/10 81.63% 32,840 5.30% 82 Medical Records Specialists 97.09% 3.8/10 68.94% 48,780 8.70% 83 Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers 96.78% 2.2/10 75.00% 44,030 -3.10% 84 Farm Labor Contractors 96.63% 2.5/10 79.00% 45,730 6.60% 85 Gambling Cage Workers 96.46% 0.8/10 82.95% 36,110 -3.70% 86 Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic 96.26% 3.6/10 77.50% 43,310 5.30% 87 Fast Food and Counter Workers 96.21% 2.7/10 87.56% 29,540 5.70% 88 Logging Equipment Operators 96.13% 2.1/10 61.25% 48,240 -3.80% 89 Couriers and Messengers 96.12% 3.0/10 68.75% 36,710 8.30% 90 Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 95.99% 1.0/10 77.50% 46,990 -15.70% 91 Financial Clerks 95.79% 2.0/10 86.64% 45,790 -6.10% 92 Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers 95.58% 1.9/10 88.97% 29,780 2.60% 93 Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 95.58% 1.8/10 76.47% 38,870 -2.50% 94 Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive 94.81% 2.7/10 71.64% 44,280 -0.30% 95 Sewers, Hand 94.46% 0.7/10 74.68% 32,240 -12.20% 96 Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers 93.80% 2.1/10 52.99% 40,230 1.50% 97 Foundry Mold and Coremakers 93.73% 2.1/10 55.00% 44,300 -24.60% 98 Technical Writers 93.58% 4.0/10 55.64% 80,050 4.00% 99 Agricultural Equipment Operators 93.56% 3.9/10 79.17% 39,690 8.40% 100 Cytotechnologists 93.55% 4.2/10 70.00% 60,780 5.30% It’s no coincidence that many of these jobs also show weak or negative growth projections through 2031. Technology isn't just changing the way these roles are done, it's starting to phase them out. The Safer Side of the Job Market On the flip side, some careers look far less vulnerable. Jobs that involve empathy, creative reasoning, or high-level strategy are proving harder for machines to replicate. Anthropologists and Archeologists are at the very bottom of the automation risk list, showing a 0% risk. Their work depends heavily on interpretation, deep context, and cultural insight. Emergency Management Directors also rank as safe. These professionals coordinate complex responses to disasters, which demand leadership, timing, and judgment. Security Managers, education administrators, and occupational therapists all show no risk of being automated, largely because their work hinges on decision-making and human interaction. Medical professionals appear repeatedly throughout the low-risk list. Roles like internal medicine physicians , speech-language pathologists , and clinical psychologists not only involve personal care but require careful assessments that can’t be replicated with code. Median wages for these roles are significantly higher, often exceeding $90,000 or even $200,000 in physician roles. . # Occupation Risk level Job score Risk level (voted) Median wage (USD) Projected growth (by 2031) 1 Anthropologists and Archeologists 0.00% 7.5/10 19.18% 63,800 7.80% 2 Emergency Management Directors 0.00% 6.4/10 36.21% 83,960 4.00% 3 Security Managers 0.00% 8.0/10 25.53% 102,340 5.30% 4 Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary 0.00% 7.3/10 26.12% 103,460 -0.50% 5 Fitness and Wellness Coordinators 0.00% 5.9/10 45.00% 57,570 6.90% 6 Civil Engineers 0.00% 8.5/10 28.04% 95,890 6.50% 7 General Internal Medicine Physicians 0.00% 7.5/10 33.05% 223,310 3.40% 8 Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary 0.00% 7.0/10 28.26% 93,650 3.80% 9 Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary 0.00% 6.6/10 25.00% 75,020 3.60% 10 Occupational Therapists 0.00% 8.9/10 19.39% 96,370 11.10% 11 Clinical Nurse Specialists 0.00% 8.5/10 23.28% 86,070 6.00% 12 First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives 0.00% 7.8/10 19.02% 101,750 3.80% 13 Hospitalists 0.00% 8.0/10 30.15% 236,000 3.90% 14 Neuropsychologists 0.00% 7.8/10 23.19% 117,750 5.00% 15 Neurologists 0.00% 8.2/10 21.89% 224,260 6.80% 16 Psychiatrists 0.00% 8.6/10 25.30% 226,880 7.60% 17 Coaches and Scouts 0.00% 7.5/10 22.33% 45,910 8.80% 18 Chief Executives 0.00% 8.3/10 24.14% 206,680 5.50% 19 Manufactured Building and Mobile Home Installers 0.00% 3.6/10 33.93% 38,980 -19.60% 20 Urologists 0.00% 8.5/10 21.74% 236,000 3.90% 21 Physical Therapists 0.00% 9.0/10 19.47% 99,710 14.20% 22 Choreographers 0.00% 6.5/10 22.81% 52,000 5.30% 23 Recreational Therapists 0.00% 6.5/10 24.14% 57,120 4.30% 24 Firefighters 0.00% 7.3/10 15.36% 57,120 4.20% 25 First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers 0.00% 7.5/10 26.32% 86,220 4.20% 26 Nurse Anesthetists 0.00% 8.0/10 36.07% 212,650 10.40% 27 Nurse Midwives 0.00% 8.1/10 23.31% 129,650 7.10% 28 Nurse Practitioners 0.00% 9.0/10 28.58% 126,260 46.30% 29 Dentists, General 0.00% 7.8/10 29.95% 166,300 4.80% 30 Physician Assistants 0.00% 8.7/10 30.79% 130,020 28.50% 31 Art Therapists 0.00% 7.8/10 22.46% 63,650 11.80% 32 Music Therapists 0.00% 7.0/10 37.79% 63,650 11.80% 33 Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses 0.00% 8.5/10 12.50% 86,070 6.00% 34 Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians 0.00% 8.2/10 25.74% 236,000 3.90% 35 Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary 0.00% 7.3/10 20.30% 80,360 2.70% 36 Sports Medicine Physicians 0.00% 8.5/10 15.79% 236,000 3.90% 37 Adapted Physical Education Specialists 0.00% 5.8/10 20.45% 67,190 2.10% 38 Preventive Medicine Physicians 0.00% 7.3/10 36.67% 236,000 3.90% 39 Emergency Medical Technicians 0.00% 7.0/10 14.09% 38,930 6.10% 40 Paramedics 0.00% 7.6/10 15.05% 53,180 5.90% 41 Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary 0.00% 6.9/10 35.17% 82,140 5.00% 42 Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary 0.00% 7.5/10 42.65% 80,780 17.90% 43 Midwives 0.00% 7.4/10 16.28% 63,630 5.80% 44 Athletic Trainers 0.00% 7.5/10 27.22% 57,930 12.70% 45 Healthcare Social Workers 0.00% 8.1/10 23.05% 62,940 9.70% 46 Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers 0.00% 8.0/10 11.22% 55,960 11.60% 47 Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary 0.00% 6.4/10 37.96% 105,770 3.20% 48 Architects, Except Landscape and Naval 0.00% 8.0/10 34.55% 93,310 7.80% 49 Landscape Architects 0.00% 6.7/10 36.82% 79,320 4.70% 50 Marriage and Family Therapists 0.00% 7.7/10 25.00% 58,510 16.20% 51 Mental Health Counselors 0.00% 8.0/10 27.51% 53,710 18.80% 52 Clinical Neuropsychologists 0.00% 7.6/10 28.47% 117,750 5.00% 53 Critical Care Nurses 0.00% 8.5/10 23.13% 86,070 6.00% 54 Physicists 0.58% 8.3/10 18.84% 155,680 7.20% 55 Urban and Regional Planners 0.64% 7.4/10 23.31% 81,800 4.30% 56 Chief Sustainability Officers 0.84% 8.1/10 33.33% 206,680 5.50% 57 Farm and Home Management Educators 0.92% 4.6/10 35.71% 59,770 -1.70% 58 Fish and Game Wardens 1.08% 5.6/10 18.53% 60,380 -5.00% 59 Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers 1.45% 7.8/10 28.13% 100,730 7.40% 60 Biologists 1.48% 7.7/10 26.53% 91,100 5.60% 61 Orthotists and Prosthetists 1.78% 7.5/10 33.57% 78,100 15.10% 62 Park Naturalists 1.81% 7.4/10 17.71% 68,750 5.60% 63 Pediatricians, General 2.11% 7.5/10 22.67% 198,690 2.10% 64 Biochemists and Biophysicists 2.23% 8.0/10 30.37% 107,460 9.00% 65 Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors 2.41% 7.3/10 29.60% 61,710 4.50% 66 Environmental Restoration Planners 2.49% 7.0/10 25.00% 78,980 7.30% 67 Soil and Plant Scientists 2.78% 7.6/10 22.37% 68,240 7.20% 68 Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors 2.92% 7.0/10 35.98% 46,480 13.60% 69 Health Education Specialists 3.02% 6.9/10 34.00% 62,860 7.00% 70 Environmental Engineers 3.05% 8.0/10 29.65% 100,090 6.90% 71 Special Education Teachers, Secondary School 3.11% 6.8/10 25.00% 66,620 -0.60% 72 Construction Managers 3.15% 8.9/10 22.64% 104,900 9.10% 73 Naturopathic Physicians 3.16% 6.4/10 39.71% 107,990 2.60% 74 Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary 3.54% 6.2/10 33.33% 85,260 4.80% 75 Clergy 3.79% 6.5/10 10.32% 58,920 2.50% 76 Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors 3.94% 8.2/10 21.57% 53,710 18.80% 77 Chiropractors 3.96% 8.0/10 20.15% 76,530 9.90% 78 Fire Inspectors and Investigators 4.15% 6.7/10 32.69% 74,160 4.50% 79 Exercise Physiologists 4.17% 6.4/10 40.63% 54,860 10.40% 80 Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary 4.65% 5.7/10 35.00% 75,770 3.40% 81 Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary 5.15% 7.6/10 36.00% 83,920 8.40% 82 Directors, Religious Activities and Education 5.55% 5.7/10 30.30% 50,140 2.20% 83 Social and Community Service Managers 5.76% 8.1/10 26.06% 77,030 8.20% 84 Special Education Teachers, Elementary School 5.76% 6.5/10 16.41% 64,910 -0.70% 85 Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten 5.76% 6.5/10 19.05% 64,910 -0.70% 86 Acute Care Nurses 5.76% 7.4/10 15.63% 86,070 6.00% 87 Water/Wastewater Engineers 5.81% 8.5/10 16.25% 95,890 6.50% 88 Curators 6.11% 7.5/10 16.18% 61,750 12.20% 89 Industrial-Organizational Psychologists 6.28% 7.4/10 26.22% 147,420 5.80% 90 Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers 6.40% 7.4/10 17.57% 72,280 3.90% 91 Range Managers 6.47% 6.2/10 44.44% 68,750 5.60% 92 Prosthodontists 6.49% 6.5/10 41.07% 234,000 3.50% 93 Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare 6.56% 5.7/10 23.53% 54,290 -2.10% 94 Water Resource Specialists 6.57% 7.6/10 47.92% 157,740 7.50% 95 Hydrologists 6.65% 6.3/10 25.00% 88,770 2.80% 96 Epidemiologists 6.71% 7.5/10 30.67% 81,390 18.80% 97 Veterinarians 6.83% 8.6/10 26.10% 119,100 19.10% 98 Electricians 6.84% 8.3/10 20.45% 61,590 10.80% 99 Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers 7.08% 7.0/10 31.82% 103,690 5.10% 100 Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary 7.36% 7.7/10 38.46% 105,650 18.80% The pattern is clear: the harder it is to standardize a job, the harder it is to automate. What the Model Looks At The risk scores came from a model trained using job data from O*NET, a database maintained by the U.S. Department of Labor. The model evaluated more than just job titles. It looked at dozens of traits per role, things like originality, manual precision, persuasion, scheduling, and social awareness. These attributes were measured both in terms of importance and level of difficulty. Jobs that demand higher levels of abstract thinking, creative solutions, and interpersonal awareness were less likely to be marked as automatable. In contrast, tasks with fixed outcomes and clear inputs were labeled as easy targets. The developers behind WillRobotTakeMyJob also factored in user feedback and manually labeled edge cases. The final scores came from a regression model, which had a high predictive accuracy of over 91%. Lessons for the Working World For workers, the list isn’t meant to cause panic. But it should raise a flag. If your role sits high on the risk chart, it might be time to rethink what you bring to the table. Learning new skills, cross-training, or moving into roles that require more thinking and less repetition could help with long-term career survival. It’s also worth watching how companies use automation. Some may swap out workers for cost savings, while others might keep people in place but shift them into oversight, coordination, or technical roles. Jobs won’t vanish overnight, but the nature of how we work is already starting to tilt. A Look Ahead If there's one message from this data, it's that no job is guaranteed forever. But the ones that thrive will be those that keep people at the center, jobs that lean on our ability to think, connect, and adapt. Whether you’re packing boxes or planning evacuations, the best way to stay ahead of the machines is to keep doing what they can’t. Read next: Can AI Argue Better Than You? New Study Suggests It Might
ISLAMABAD: The Government of Pakistan has assured Google that it will not be subject to the newly introduced 5% digital tax, despite the recent enactment of the Digital Presence Proceeds Act 2025. This assurance was officially conveyed by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to Kyle Gardner, Google’s South Asia government affairs representative. The Digital […] The post Google Exempted from Pakistan’s 5% Digital Tax appeared first on TechJuice .
Motorcycle prices in Pakistan are on the rise once more, this time driven by recent changes in the federal budget for 2025–26. Following Atlas Honda and Pak Suzuki, Yamaha and Unique are the latest manufacturers to raise prices, citing new levies and taxes introduced by the government. Yamaha Motor Pakistan has adjusted the pricing across […] The post Yamaha, Unique Hike Motorcycle Prices After Budget 2025–26 appeared first on TechJuice .
ISLAMABAD: The Excise and Taxation Department of Islamabad has announced the launch of a “US-style vehicle registration system”. This overhaul marks a major shift from the traditional vehicle-based registration to a permanent, owner-linked model. Unlike the current approach, where a number plate is tied to a vehicle, this new system will assign a “lifetime registration […] The post Islamabad introduces owner-based vehicle registration system appeared first on TechJuice .
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has proudly secured two major accolades at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) 2025. It is a globally acclaimed military aviation event held annually at RAF Fairford in the United Kingdom from 18 to 2o July. RIAT 2025 Pakistan Airforce C-130J has won the competition of Air Tattoo. If looks […] The post PAF makes history with dual wins at World’s Premier Military Air Show appeared first on TechJuice .
The Pakistan Airports Authority has extended its airspace ban on Indian-registered aircraft. This restriction now bars all Indian commercial airlines from flying through Pakistani airspace. It also applies to both military and civilian aircraft owned or leased by Indian entities. According to the official notice, the extended airspace ban took effect on July 18. It […] The post Pakistan Extends Airspace Restrictions on Indian Airlines appeared first on TechJuice .
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan imported mobile phones worth $1.494 billion in the fiscal year 2024-25, registering a negative growth of 21.31 percent compared to $1.898 billion during 2023-24. In terms of Pakistani rupees, the total value of mobile phone imports stood at Rs 417.351 billion during fiscal year 2024-25. This represents a 22.09 percent decline when compared […] The post Pakistan’s Mobile Phone Imports Drop 21%, Local Manufacturing Rises appeared first on TechJuice .
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) said that Huawei Technologies (Private) Limited was granted Data CVAS License No DIR(L)/CVAS-877-PTA/2017, dated 8th September 2017, for tracking its vehicle fleet in Pakistan, said a press release. The company, however, did not commence the intended operations, and the license was accordingly suspended solely due to non-commencement of services. However, a segment of the media reported the suspension of the said license, creating the impression that Huawei Pakistan’s overall service provision had been suspended. It is clarified that this suspension applies exclusively to the aforementioned license for vehicle tracking services and has no impact on any other operations provided by Huawei Technologies (Private) Limited to telecom operators in Pakistan. All other operations engagements remain unaffected and continue as usual. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Finance Minister Aurangzeb discusses trade expansion with US officials; focus areas include tech, agriculture, and minerals The post Pakistan, US move closer to trade breakthrough after high-level meetings in Washington appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Google I/O Extended Islamabad 2025: Unlocking Pakistan’s Potential with AI Islamabad, July 2025 — This past weekend, over 300 developers, students, and technology professionals gathered for […] The post 300+ Builders Trained to Build with AI at Google I/O appeared first on Digital Pakistan .
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued an advisory for telecom operators to ensure the provision of uninterrupted telecom services and contingency plans given the flood emergency in various parts of the country. During such natural disasters, the dependence of the general public and public/private sector organizations on reliable telecommunication services increases significantly for […] The post PTA Issues Emergency Advisory Amid Flood Crisis appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan’s IT exports continued their strong growth trajectory, reaching a record high of $3.8 billion in the financial year 2024-25, driven by innovation and quality service delivery. According to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), exports of IT and IT-enabled services rose to $3.8 billion in FY25, up from $3.2 billion in the previous year—reflecting a year-on-year growth of 18%. The IT sector remained the third-largest source of foreign exchange for Pakistan, following the textile and rice sectors. It also accounted for the largest share—45%—of the country’s total services exports by the end of FY25. Senior Vice Chairman of the Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA), Muhammad Umair Nizam, said IT exports have shown consistent growth over the past several years, significantly contributing to the national economy, particularly in helping stabilize the current account, which recorded a surplus this fiscal year. He noted that Pakistan’s IT sector could have earned even more foreign exchange if favorable policies had been introduced in a timely manner and if unpredictable national and global challenges had not emerged. He added that the IT industry, in collaboration with its representative body P@SHA and key government organizations—including the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication, Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), and the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC)—is actively working to promote the domestic IT sector and boost exports. “Once the government resolves outstanding challenges, IT companies will be better positioned to attract increased foreign exchange through exports,” Nizam said. In the last fiscal year, the government allowed IT companies to retain 50% of their foreign currency earnings in special forex bank accounts. It also introduced cash rewards for top exporters and addressed tax reporting issues. Mehwish Salman Ali, a member of P@SHA’s AI Committee, said that export values can rise further through the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, offering advanced solutions to international markets to secure higher profit margins. She emphasized that Pakistani companies should accelerate innovation and cater to emerging demands, particularly in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Cybersecurity. She also highlighted the importance of capacity building among IT professionals and fostering joint ventures with foreign companies in various regions. The government, along with IT companies, has made investments in promoting Pakistan’s IT sector, showcasing its solutions and services in the Gulf, Europe, and ASEAN countries. Khushnood Aftab, Convener of the IT Committee at the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), stressed that the government should diversify not only export markets but also the range of IT products. He noted that while Pakistan currently exports IT hardware in limited volumes, innovation in technology could boost exports of hardware such as computers, laptops, and various devices. This would not only bring in foreign exchange but also foster technology transfer in the country. Aftab, who is also Chairman of Viper Group, said Pakistan could enhance its global reputation by promoting ‘Made-in-Pakistan’ IT hardware products. The government has set an ambitious target of $5 billion in IT exports for FY26, and $10 billion by FY29, under its Uraan Pakistan vision.
To combat inflation and market manipulation, the government has officially set the sugar price in Islamabad and initiated a crackdown on retailers violating the rate. The Islamabad district administration has fixed the retail rate of sugar in a move to stabilize the sugar price in Islamabad and curb profiteering. According to media reports, the new […] The post Govt Fixes Sugar Price in Islamabad as Shortage Worsens appeared first on TechJuice .
The Grand Finale of the Digital Pakistan Speed Programming Competition (DPSPC) 2025 was held at Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology (GIKI), marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s journey toward digital empowerment and youth-led innovation. The event was graced by Ms. Wajiha Qamar, Minister of State – Ministry of Federal Education and […] The post Young Coders Shine at DPSPC 2025 Grand Finale with Big Cash Prizes appeared first on TechJuice .
Under the creative vision of James Gunn, the DC Universe is entering a bold new era for not just the DCEU, but for video games. Pakistani gamers following Fortnite and the DC realm got their first glimpse earlier this month with a Fortnite-Superman collab, but there is much more to come. GMC Universe: A Bolder, […] The post Everything We Know About James Gunn’s Superman Video Game appeared first on TechJuice .
The Pakistan government’s highly anticipated Laptop Scheme 2025 has sparked discussion not only for its promises to students but also for its puzzling inaccessibility outside Pakistan. While both the Prime Minister’s Youth Laptop Scheme and the Punjab Chief Minister’s Laptop Scheme are underway, many overseas users and researchers have found themselves unable to access the […] The post Govt Laptop Scheme 2025 Faces Accessibility Issues in Pakistan and Abroad appeared first on TechJuice .
The Punjab Traffic Police is rolling out a fully automated driving test system aimed at eliminating human bias, bribery, and fraudulent practices in license issuance. According to DIG Traffic Waqas Nazir, newly upgraded driving test vehicles will be fitted with advanced sensors and cameras both inside and outside the vehicle. These intelligent systems will monitor […] The post Punjab launches high-tech driving tests to curb license fraud appeared first on TechJuice .
ISLAMABAD: Telenor Group has acknowledged delays in obtaining regulatory clearance for the sale of its Pakistan operations, stating that the process is taking longer than initially expected. However, the company remains optimistic about securing the necessary approvals within the coming months, with the transaction expected to close in the second half of 2025. In December […] The post Telenor–PTCL Merger Awaits Regulatory Green Light as Q2 Earnings Climb appeared first on TechJuice .
Remote working, which became a necessity during the Covid-19 pandemic, still continutes to prevail in many companies even five years later, while some have switched to a hybrid model, and others have done away with it altogether. Working - or not working - from home has become a hot topic in the corporate world. According to a report in The Economist , bosses, by and large, claim that having people in the office is a cultural boon. The spontaneity that often leads to new ideas is lost when staff work from home. Collaboration suffers, too. A study of 61,000 Microsoft employees back in 2021 found that remote working in the first half of 2020 made the tech giant more “siloed” and less “dynamic”. It is also harder to integrate new staff. Yet virtually all employees say they would prefer to do at least some work at home and companies need to remain flexible to these needs. Whether remote working is feasible depends on many things, such as corporate culture - which varies from country to country depending upon native laws, traditions, respect for privacy, personal accommodation, merit and above all structured promotion and award mechanism. In the case of Pakistan, many firms maintain a traditionalist approach, not allowing their employees to work from home even in their difficult times thus adding to their stress and productivity. Economic strategist and regional expert Dr Mehmoodul Hassan Khan told Business Recorder “corporate companies need swiftness, efficiency, joint work and timely execution of a certain assignment or project because every individual and section is equally interrelated and interdependent.” Remote working only works if discipline, team-work, information sharing and the nature of work is not compromised. He also believes the Pakistani banking industry’s HR policies, in particular, need a major overhaul. Industry bosses rarely allow work from home even if the need is genuine, he said. Bosses in banking and other sectors are treated as supreme leaders who have their own criteria of transfers/postings, promotion, rewards and sanctions of leaves which often leads to a downfall in productivity and morale, he added. In some cases, companies are more accomodating towards women’s request to work from home, given the societal assumption that they have to juggle home life with work. But firms must judge the discipline, punctuality, productivity and participation of all employees equally. Another model is the 4-day work week. In 2022, Belgium passed a law allowing workers to compress their full work hours into four longer weekdays with full pay. Employers can still refuse but must do so in writing with justification Germany conducted a six‑month pilot in 2023–2024 involving around 41–45 companies exploring shorter weeks with full pay; with 73% saying they planned to continue the model. Many other European countries, as well as South Africa, Brazil, the UK and the US have had similar trials with positive outcomes which brings one to the conclusion that employee wellbeing should be prioritised, and productivity will follow.
HONOR is set to release a new smartphone in Pakistan on July 25, 2025, featuring powerful AI tools and upgraded durability. The device includes a dedicated AI button for smart functions like photo erasing, real-time translation, and Google Lens search. It runs MagicOS 9.0 based on Android 15, offering features like Magic Portal for multitasking, […] The post HONOR to Introduce New AI-Focused Smartphone in Pakistan appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Uzbekistan have signed a trilateral framework agreement for the Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan railway project, a key step toward enhancing regional connectivity and trade. The agreement was inked on Thursday in Kabul. The framework agreement for the joint feasibility study of the Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan railway project was signed between Afghanistan’s Ministry of Public Works, Uzbekistan’s Ministry […] The post Trilateral Deal Signed for Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan Railway Project appeared first on TechJuice .
AKD Group Holding (Private) Limited has acquired a significant 27.95% PC Hotels stake in Pakistan Services Limited (PSX: PSEL), according to a recent stock filing at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). The disclosure regarding the PC Hotels stake was made under Section 110 of the Securities Act, 2015 and Regulation 4(2) of the Listed Companies […] The post AKD Group Acquires 27% PC Hotels Stake in Major Move appeared first on TechJuice .
Lucid to provide 20,000 gravity SUVs equipped with Nuro self-driving tech for Uber’s U.S. robotaxi fleet The post Uber to invest $300 million in U.S. automaker Lucid to launch robotaxi service appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
LAHORE: Pakistan’s auto financing market continued its upward momentum in June 2025, with outstanding car loans rising to Rs 276.6 billion, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). This marks the seventh consecutive month of growth, up from Rs271.2 billion recorded in May. Despite this trend, the sector is still struggling to reach its […] The post Car loan growth hits Rs276.6bn despite financing challenges appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL.Official), the country’s telecom giant, has teamed up with tech-driven TPL Corp to advance digital infrastructure and smart operations. The agreement, signed […] The post PTCL Teams Up with TPL for Tech Growth appeared first on Digital Pakistan .
Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain discusses cotton production, seed development, and irrigation efficiency with senior Chinese officials The post Pakistan, China explore deeper agricultural cooperation, technological exchange appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Germany is now welcoming self-employed professionals from the UAE with open arms through its newly streamlined freelance visa program—and the cost makes it even more appealing. With the Germany freelance visa for UAE residents, individuals can now apply for the Freiberufler (DG388) visa at a price lower than a fancy dinner at a five-star restaurant. […] The post Germany Freelance Visa for UAE Residents Now Easier and Cheaper to Get — Here’s How appeared first on TechJuice .
The federal government has proposed a major change to the policy governing tax deduction on cash sales, raising the limit from Rs200,000 to Rs2.5 million per transaction. The proposed revision to Section 21 of the Income Tax Ordinance 2001 aims to address concerns from the business community while balancing documentation and revenue goals. Previously, Section […] The post Govt to Revise Policy on Tax Deduction on Cash Sales appeared first on TechJuice .
Among the many esports events held this year, a Tekken 8 retirement home tournament in Japan has won hearts for showcasing elderly gamers battling it out with passion and skill, proving that the spirit of competition knows no age limit. Among the many esports events held this year, a Tekken 8 retirement home tournament in […] The post Tekken 8 Retirement Home Tournament Steals the Spotlight with Elderly Fighters appeared first on TechJuice .
From search engines and mobile apps to smart browsers and digital assistants, AI is everywhere—but the AI privacy risks associated with these tools are becoming impossible to ignore as they increasingly demand intrusive access to personal data. Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming integrated into every aspect of our digital lives. From phones and productivity tools […] The post AI Privacy Risks You Can’t Ignore: The Hidden Cost of Smart Tools appeared first on TechJuice .
India’s leading crypto exchange CoinDCX has confirmed a wallet hack, stating that one of its internal operational wallets was compromised in a targeted server breach. The CoinDCX wallet hack came to light after blockchain sleuth ZachXBT and security firm Cyvers Alerts flagged unusual fund movements nearly 17 hours before the exchange issued a public statement. […] The post India’s Largest CoinDCX Wallet Hack Confirmed After Suspicious On-Chain Activity appeared first on TechJuice .
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has signed a law to create a regulatory regime for dollar-pegged cryptocurrencies known as stablecoins, a milestone that could pave the way for the digital assets to become an everyday way to make payments and move money. The bill, dubbed the GENIUS Act (Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins Act), passed in the House of Representatives by a vote of 308 to 122, with support from nearly half the Democratic members and most Republicans. It had earlier been approved by the Senate. The law is a huge win for crypto supporters, who have long lobbied for such a regulatory framework in a bid to gain greater legitimacy for an industry that began in 2009 as a digital Wild West famed for its innovation and speculative chaos. “This signing is a massive validation of your hard work and pioneering spirit,” said Trump at a signing event that included dozens of government officials, crypto executives and lawmakers. “It’s good for the dollar and it’s good for the country.” Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, in a statement, said the new technology would buttress the dollar status as the global reserve currency, expand access to the dollar economy and boost demand for US Treasuries, which back stablecoins. Stablecoins are designed to maintain a constant value, usually a 1:1 US dollar peg, and their use has exploded, notably by crypto traders moving funds between tokens. The industry hopes they will enter mainstream use for sending and receiving payments instantly. The new law requires stablecoins to be backed by liquid assets — such as US dollars and short-term Treasury bills — and for issuers to disclose publicly the composition of their reserves . Published in Dawn, July 20th, 2025
Apple is preparing to launch its iPhone 17 lineup with two major display upgrades. According to the source, all models in the iPhone 17 series will feature slimmer bezels and a redesigned Dynamic Island interface. Currently, Apple claims the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max have the thinnest bezels on any iPhone. Now, this […] The post iPhone 17 lineup Will Feature Two Significant Display Enhancements appeared first on TechJuice .
TikTok has introduced new tools to help songwriters gain visibility, recognition, and monetization on its platform. With songs frequently going viral, the company now wants to ensure that the creators behind those tracks receive proper credit. In beta, TikTok has launched a Songwriter label that identifies users as songwriters on their profiles. Additionally, a Songwriter […] The post TikTok Launches New Feature to Spotlight Songwriters appeared first on TechJuice .
A senior Russian lawmaker has warned that WhatsApp may soon need to stop operating in the country. Anton Gorelkin, deputy head of the parliament’s IT committee, said the messaging app could be labeled as restricted software. According to Reuters, this move is highly likely under new directives targeting foreign tech. WhatsApp is owned by Meta, […] The post WhatsApp to Prepare for Possible Shutdown in Russia appeared first on TechJuice .
iQOO is set to launch the Z10R on July 24. Ahead of the event, the brand has officially confirmed key specifications. The smartphone will be manufactured in India at Vivo’s Greater Noida facility. The Vivo iQOO Z10R features a quad-curved display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. It also includes an in-display fingerprint sensor for […] The post Vivo iQOO Z10R: Major Specs Confirmed by Company appeared first on TechJuice .
Microsoft said Friday it is making sure that personnel based in China are not providing technical support for US Defense Department systems, after investigative news site ProPublica revealed the practice earlier this week. Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth confirmed that work on Defense Department cloud services had been outsourced to people in China, insisting that the country will not have "any involvement whatsoever" with the department's systems going forward. "Microsoft has made changes to our support for US Government customers to assure that no China-based engineering teams are providing technical assistance for DoD Government cloud and related services," the company's chief communications officer, Frank Shaw, said in a post on X. ProPublica reported Tuesday that the tech giant was using engineers based in China -- Washington's primary military rival -- to maintain Pentagon computer systems, with only limited supervision by US personnel who often lacked the necessary expertise to do the job effectively. US Senator Tom Cotton asked Hegseth to look into the matter in a letter dated Thursday, and the Pentagon chief responded that he would do so. Hegseth then posted a video on X Friday evening in which he said "it turns out that some tech companies have been using cheap Chinese labor to assist with DoD cloud services. This is obviously unacceptable, especially in today's digital threat environment." "At my direction, the department will... initiate -- as fast as we can -- a two-week review, or faster, to make sure that what we uncovered isn't happening anywhere else across the DoD," he said. The armed group that led the offensive, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, has since set up an interim government that has welcomed a steady stream of senior Western and Arab diplomatic delegations keen to help stabilize the country after 13 years of civil war. Sharaa in his speech said he would form a small legislative body to fill the parliamentary void until new elections were held, after the Syrian parliament was dissolved on Wednesday. He said he would also in the coming days announce the formation of a committee that would prepare to hold a national dialogue conference that would be a platform for Syrians to discuss the future political program of the nation. That would be followed by a "constitutional declaration," he said, in an apparent reference to the process of drafting a new Syrian constitution. Sharaa has previously said the process of drafting a new constitution and holding elections may take up to four years.
In January, YouTuber Jon Prosser began revealing early renderings of Apple’s iOS 26 on his channel, FrontPageTech. He first showcased a redesigned camera concept. Then, in March, he teased a bold “liquid glass” redesign in iOS 26. By April, he offered a more detailed preview of the new look. However, on Thursday, Apple filed a […] The post Apple Sues Tech YouTuber Jon Prosser for Leaking iOS 26 Details appeared first on TechJuice .
Singapore is under a “serious” cyberattack targeting critical infrastructure, said K. Shanmugam, the country’s coordinating minister for national security. The attack is ongoing and attributed to UNC3886, a group tied to advanced persistent threats (APTs), Shanmugam revealed in a Friday speech. “This is serious and ongoing,” he said. “It has been identified to be UNC3886.” […] The post Singapore Under Major Cyberattack, Says Minister appeared first on TechJuice .
Pantone named Mocha Mousse as the Color of the Year 2025. It’s described as a rich, warming brown hue. This elegant shade first appeared on the Razr 50 Ultra and Edge 50 Neo smartphones. Now, Motorola is bringing Mocha Mousse to another device. The Motorola Edge 60 Fusion is set to receive this stylish color […] The post Motorola Edge 60 Fusion to Debut Soon in New Color Variant appeared first on TechJuice .
Meta has officially opted out of signing the European Union’s new Code of Practice for general-purpose AI (GPAI) models. This move comes just weeks before the EU’s binding regulations under the AI Act are scheduled to take effect on August 2. In a public post, Meta’s Chief Global Affairs Officer Joel Kaplan made the company’s […] The post Meta rejects EU’s AI Code, citing legal uncertainty & overreach appeared first on TechJuice .
Vivo recently began teasing its upcoming smartphone, the T4R 5G, as the latest addition to the T4 series. Just days after the initial teasers, a new leak has surfaced, revealing key specifications and design highlights of the device. According to the leak, the T4R 5G will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chipset. It […] The post Vivo T4R 5G Surfaces Online with More Details appeared first on TechJuice .
DuckDuckGo has introduced a new feature that allows users to filter out AI-generated images from their search results. The privacy-focused browser announced the change in response to growing user concerns over the increasing presence of synthetic media during image searches. The feature is easy to access: users simply need to perform an image search on […] The post DuckDuckGo lets users hide AI-Generated images in search appeared first on TechJuice .
Mistral AI has rolled out a major upgrade to its chatbot, Le Chat, introducing a suite of powerful new features designed to make conversations more natural, research more efficient, and productivity more seamless. From real-time voice interaction to advanced reasoning tools, Le Chat is now stepping into the role of a full-fledged AI assistant. A […] The post Mistral AI Adds Voice, Projects, and Image Editing to Le Chat appeared first on TechJuice .
Oracle has unveiled its Model Context Protocol (MCP) server, a game-changing tool designed to transform how businesses interact with their enterprise data. This new release empowers developers to build context-aware AI agents that can autonomously query, reason, and deliver insights using Oracle Databases, without the need for complex, custom integration layers. At the heart of […] The post Oracle Launches MCP Server to Power AI-Driven Enterprise Data Access appeared first on TechJuice .
As the digital world continues to evolve, more American teens are turning to artificial intelligence, not just for homework help or music suggestions, but for companionship. A recent survey conducted for Common Sense Media, a nonprofit focused on safe technology use among youth, reveals a surprising trend: nearly 3 in 4 U.S. teenagers have interacted […] The post US Teens Turn to AI Friends, But at What Cost? appeared first on TechJuice .
As the workplace keeps evolving with AI, remote teams, and digital shifts, what companies expect from job seekers is changing too. According to recently published global data from the World Economic Forum’s “Future of Jobs 2025” report, employers are placing a premium on one clear skill above all others: analytical thinking. The survey, which gathered responses from more than 1,000 companies representing 14.1 million workers worldwide, ranked the most valuable job skills in 2025. Nearly seven in ten employers (69%) identified analytical thinking as a core strength they want to see. In practical terms, that means workers who can examine problems from different angles, interpret data, and make decisions with sound judgment are now more in demand than ever. Adaptability and People Skills Dominate the Top Tier Not far behind analytical thinking, the ability to stay flexible and bounce back from setbacks is also high on the list. About 67% of respondents rated resilience, agility, and adaptability as essential, placing these traits just below problem-solving on the skills ladder. In third place, leadership and social influence received support from 61% of employers, reflecting the growing need for managers who can not only guide teams through transitions but also motivate them during uncertain times. Rank Skill Share of Employers Surveyed (%) 1 Analytical thinking 69% 2 Resilience, flexibility and agility 67% 3 Leadership and social influence 61% 4 Creative thinking 57% 5 Motivation and self-awareness 52% 6 Technological literacy 51% 7 Empathy and active listening 50% 8 Curiosity and lifelong learning 50% 9 Talent management 47% 10 Service orientation and customer service 47% 11 AI and big data 45% 12 Systems thinking 42% 13 Resource management and operations 41% 14 Dependability and attention to detail 37% 15 Quality control 35% 16 Teaching and mentoring 26% 17 Networks and cybersecurity 25% 18 Design and user experience 25% 19 Multi-lingualism 23% 20 Marketing and media 21% 21 Reading, writing and mathematics 21% 22 Environmental stewardship 20% 23 Programming 17% 24 Manual dexterity, endurance and precision 14% 25 Global citizenship 13% 26 Sensory-processing abilities 6% Creative thinking, cited by 57%, and self-awareness coupled with inner drive, recognized by 52%, rounded out the top five. Together, these traits show that companies are no longer just hiring for what people know, but how they think, how they handle pressure, and how well they connect with others. The modern workforce, it seems, must be not only smart, but emotionally agile and socially intuitive. As the World Economic Forum put it, today’s ideal employee is someone who blends “problem-solving abilities and personal resilience,” functioning as both an innovator and a collaborator in teams facing fast-paced change. Tech Fluency and Curiosity Emerge as Essentials Beyond interpersonal qualities, employers are paying close attention to how well candidates can keep pace with new tools and trends. About 51% of the companies surveyed highlighted technological literacy as a must-have. That includes a working understanding of digital platforms, software, and connected systems. Just as telling, 50% emphasized curiosity and lifelong learning, signals that employers want people who take initiative to stay up to date and evolve with the industry. Empathy and active listening tied with that same 50% mark, reinforcing that human connection still matters in a tech-driven world. The Middle of the Pack: Managing Talent, Data, and Services As businesses grow more complex, some employers are focusing on internal efficiency and data strategy. Talent management and customer service skills were each cited by 47% of respondents. Skills linked to AI and big data, seen by many as the backbone of the next industrial shift, landed at 45%, putting them on the edge of the upper tier. Other notable entries include systems thinking (42%), resource management (41%), and attention to detail (37%). These abilities speak to a rising demand for workers who can not only use tools effectively but also understand how different parts of an organization fit together. Even technical skills like quality control (35%) and cybersecurity (25%) made the list, though they lagged behind broader cognitive and interpersonal traits. Traditional Academic Skills Slip Behind Interestingly, older pillars of education such as reading, writing, and math were ranked relatively low, just 21% of employers saw them as vital for the roles of the future. Programming, once considered a golden ticket to tech careers, was only highlighted by 17%. Multilingualism, often seen as a global advantage, sat at 23%, tied with media and marketing-related skills. At the very bottom of the rankings was sensory-processing ability, named by just 6% of employers, suggesting that hyper-specialized traits are less of a priority for the general workforce in the near term. Hiring Isn’t Getting Easier, Especially for Job Seekers While the list may help employers identify what they want, the search for a job isn’t getting any simpler for candidates. A 2023 study by Aerotek revealed that more than 70% of job seekers felt the process was harder than they expected. And with the rise of AI-powered job scams — where fake candidates use AI to build convincing digital profiles — the process could grow even more confusing. That means genuine applicants must compete not only with each other but with increasingly sophisticated attempts at deception. In that context, the human qualities listed earlier — resilience, self-awareness, adaptability — could make a real difference in setting authentic professionals apart. Rising Stakes, New Rules In sum, the skill set employers want in 2025 goes far beyond hard technical know-how. The ideal worker is someone who can think critically, navigate pressure, lead others, and keep learning no matter how the job evolves. While advanced technology skills still matter, they’re most valuable when paired with emotional intelligence and a growth mindset. As expectations climb, candidates looking to stay ahead of the curve might ask themselves not only what they know, but how well they think, how quickly they adapt, and how clearly they can communicate. In today’s job market, being able to connect the dots may be just as valuable as knowing where they are. Read next: Beyond Safety: Location Sharing Becomes Emotional Anchor in Gen Z’s Daily Lives
BENGALURU: Indian IT services firm LTIMindtree is targeting near double-digit revenue growth by the end of fiscal 2026, its CEO said on Friday, a day after the company posted a narrow miss on first-quarter revenue. “If we can hit a run rate which brings us nearer to the double digit of year-on-year growth … (FY26) will definitely end up becoming better than FY25,” CEO Venugopal Lambu told Reuters. Nachiket Deshpande, President of LTIMindtree, told analysts on Friday that after the formation of a global large deal team, the company is winning more deals and adding to the pipeline. “We’re seeing the (deal) momentum continue at least in the next few quarters,” Deshpande said. On Thursday, the firm reported first quarter consolidated revenue of 98.41 billion rupees ($1.14 billion), missing estimates marginally as cautious spending by clients slowed growth in its key North America market to the lowest in over a year. Stubborn inflation, subdued demand, and uncertainty around U.S. trade policies are prompting clients to delay discretionary tech spending, clouding prospects of a recovery in India’s $283 billion IT sector. The company’s operating margin in the first quarter contracted by 70 basis points on-year, but expanded 50 basis points sequentially. Lambu on Friday said the company was also aiming to expand its operating margins by 100 basis points by the end of fiscal 2026. LTIMindtree’s shares fell as much as 2.4% on Friday before closing 1.36% lower.
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially notified the NEV adoption levy, targeting internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. The new taxation framework aims to promote energy-efficient and electric alternatives by discouraging reliance on conventional fuel-powered vehicles. The notification comes after the government announced its comprehensive New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy for 2025–30, targeting a […] The post FBR Announces NEV Adoption Levy on ICE Vehicles: Details Inside appeared first on TechJuice .
Realme has officially unveiled its latest truly wireless earbuds, the Realme Buds T200, scheduled to launch on July 24 alongside the Realme 15 series smartphones. Despite being entry-level, the Buds T200 come equipped with an impressive set of features. The earbuds support active noise cancellation (ANC), which Realme claims reduces noise by up to 32 […] The post Realme Buds T200 Set to Launch on July 24 appeared first on TechJuice .
Suzuki Mian Channu Motors has introduced an easy installment plan for the Suzuki Alto, offering monthly payments starting at just Rs. 38,500. This limited-time offer arrives shortly after Pak Suzuki raised the prices of all Alto variants earlier this month: Alto VXR now costs Rs. 2,994,861, reflecting an increase of Rs. 167,861. Alto VXR AGS […] The post Own a Suzuki Alto with Easy Monthly Payments appeared first on TechJuice .
OpenAI has quietly rolled out ChatGPT Agents upgrade, giving the AI assistant an impressive new ability: full-scale automation of digital workflows. This game-changing enhancement pushes ChatGPT closer to functioning like a true personal AI employee. What Can These Agents Do (Or Can’t Do) The upgraded Agent can take a user’s high-level request, like “book my […] The post AI Takeover Begins: ChatGPT Agents Now Run Tasks for You appeared first on TechJuice .
A steady shift is unfolding in how young Americans stay in touch. For a growing number of Gen Z adults, live location sharing has become routine. Whether it’s Apple’s Find My, Snap Map, or Life360, tracking tools are no longer just safety features, they’re social glue. Recent CivicScience data puts this into perspective: 65% of U.S. adults aged 18 to 29 say they currently share their phone location with someone. That’s nearly triple the rate of those aged 55 and older, who trail at just 24%. Among Millennials and Gen Xers, the numbers fall in the middle, at 45% and 42% respectively. Multiple People, All the Time The practice doesn’t stop at one person either. Among those who use location sharing, 61% report sharing their whereabouts with two or more people. Roughly 22% say they share with four or more. Gen Xers, often managing both younger children and aging parents, are the most likely to share with three or more people. In some cases, the number climbs even higher. Personal accounts from users show they may be visible to 25 or more contacts at any time, from roommates and siblings to coworkers and one-time classmates. A Way to Feel Closer, Or a Step Too Far For many Gen Z users, sharing their location feels more like a habit than a conscious choice. It often starts casually, maybe to coordinate a group outing or make sure a friend gets home safely. But once that option is turned on, people tend to keep it on. The convenience becomes hard to give up. What begins as a temporary check-in can quietly stretch into indefinite tracking. Apple’s Find My app offers only three time settings: one hour, until the end of the day, or indefinitely. For some, especially after a late night, choosing the last option feels like the safest move. But once the dust settles, it’s easy to forget to switch it off. By then, location sharing often becomes a tool of connection. One user said she keeps the map open at night to see if her friend in Taiwan has returned home. Others use it to catch up without calling, to plan around someone’s commute, or just to stay tethered across time zones. Seeing the Good, and the Ugly This kind of digital closeness has downsides too. Watching your friends eat lunch without you, seeing them hang out while you weren’t invited, these are new-age gut punches that weren’t possible before. According to digital sociologist Julie Albright, location sharing introduces a new form of passive surveillance. Knowing you’re being watched, even by people you trust, can shape your behavior in subtle ways. Some Gen Z users admit they’ve seen friend drama unfold based on the map. If someone disappears from your shared location list, the app may notify you. That can stir up friction, especially in tightly-knit friend groups. In other cases, people hesitate to stop sharing for fear of appearing secretive. Privacy Remains a Murky Zone Even though location apps are opt-in, not everyone understands the privacy implications. Snap Map, for example, once allowed users to broadcast their exact location to hundreds of Snapchat contacts. One student said she only stopped using Snap Map after realizing that over 200 people, including distant acquaintances, could see where she was each time she opened the app. Snapchat has since added parental controls through its Family Center feature, allowing parents to monitor who their children interact with. But the issue of consent and awareness remains. As of May, Snap Map had over 400 million monthly users. Safety, Simplicity, and a Sense of Belonging For many women, location sharing is about peace of mind. Whether heading home late, meeting someone new, or traveling, they like knowing someone sees their movements. In CivicScience surveys, women showed slightly more comfort with partner location sharing than men, 83% said they’d be at least somewhat okay with it, compared to 81% of men. The feature has also come to the rescue in practical moments. One college student recounted losing her phone while skiing in the French Alps. Her friends tracked the device’s dot sliding downhill until they found the stranger who had picked it up. Without location sharing, she said, she wouldn’t have recovered it. CivicScience polling from April found that among adults who reported feeling lonely in the past week, 46% were actively sharing their location with someone. In contrast, only 31% of those who felt little to no loneliness said the same. Meanwhile, the question of how many worry about their data falling into the wrong hands still lingers. Of those who share their location, 88% say they are at least somewhat concerned about the possibility of getting hacked. Interestingly, that’s slightly below the 90% rate among non-users. What’s striking about this movement is that it wasn’t pushed by Silicon Valley. People began sharing their locations on their own terms, and tech companies simply adapted. Apple merged its Find My Friends and Find My iPhone tools into one streamlined app. Snapchat’s Snap Map was added years after the platform’s rise, following a major acquisition of the mapping startup Zenly. According to experts, this shift marks a transition from GPS being purely functional to becoming relational. It’s not just about finding a coffee shop anymore, it’s about finding your people. "Where are you?" It used to be the first thing we asked on a call. Now many already know. And that, for better or worse, is where we are. Read next: Android Smartphones Form the World's Largest Earthquake Detection Network
Ripple’s XRP is making headlines once again, but this time it’s not just price action driving the buzz. The blockchain giant is reportedly planning to enter Dubai’s rapidly expanding tokenized real estate market, pushing XRP closer to new highs. The digital asset recently rallied nearly 5% in a single day, pushing past key resistance levels. […] The post XRP Surges as Ripple Eyes Dubai Real Estate Market appeared first on TechJuice .
Tesla is preparing to introduce a new variant of its popular SUV, the Model Y L, tailored specifically for the Chinese market. A regulatory filing released by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology on Wednesday has confirmed key design and dimension details. What’s New? The Model Y L boasts a longer wheelbase and expanded […] The post Tesla Unveils Larger Six-Seater Model Y L for China appeared first on TechJuice .
In a newly discovered cyberattack technique, threat actors are exploiting DNS records to hide malware and bypass most detection systems. The method allows hackers to embed malicious code inside DNS TXT records, a rarely scrutinized corner of internet infrastructure. Cybersecurity researchers at Infoblox were the first to uncover the new campaign. Dubbed “Muddling Meerkat,” this […] The post Hackers Exploit DNS Blind Spot to Hide Stealthy Malware appeared first on TechJuice .
Artificial intelligence tools designed to assist with career advice are covertly showing signs of gender bias, a new study finds. Popular chatbots and language models were tested using identical profiles, except for gender, and the results suggest women are being nudged toward lower salary expectations and less assertive choices in career planning. Salary Suggestions Shift Based on Gender Alone The researchers tested five widely used large language models (LLMs), including versions of ChatGPT, Claude, Qwen, Llama, and Mixtral. Each was asked to recommend a starting salary for a user preparing for a job interview. The user’s profile remained the same across all scenarios, same job title, location, education, and experience, except for a single detail: gender. Even with all other inputs held constant, women were consistently advised to aim lower. In some cases, the suggested salaries diverged by tens of thousands of dollars. For example, in senior medical roles, Claude 3.5 recommended that men ask for $150,000, while women were told to request $100,000. Similar disparities appeared in engineering and law. Out of 400 gender-based comparisons run by the researchers, over 27% showed statistically significant differences in pay advice. These were not isolated glitches. The patterns were strong enough to suggest that the bias is baked into the models themselves, shaped by the training data they were built on. Career Advice Also Varies by Gender Beyond salary suggestions, the models were asked to offer tips on workplace behavior, goal-setting, and role expectations. The tone and content of the responses shifted depending on whether the user was labeled as male or female. Women were often encouraged to be more cautious, more agreeable, and less aggressive in negotiation scenarios. In contrast, male users received advice that leaned more assertive or confident. Even subtle cues, such as the level of encouragement given for career advancement, differed. These differences raise red flags, especially as AI assistants become default tools for job seekers. Bias Runs Deeper in Economic Contexts The study didn’t just explore surface stereotypes. It used three different types of experiments to test for hidden bias. When the researchers ran standard knowledge quizzes, results between men and women were mostly consistent. But when financial decisions were introduced, such as salary negotiation, the gaps widened fast. This pattern repeated across other identities, too. For example, refugee applicants were offered lower salary suggestions than expatriates. People labeled as Hispanic or Black received smaller salary ranges compared to Asian or White applicants with the same profile. In fact, when the study combined personae with the lowest and highest salary suggestions, “female Hispanic refugee” vs. “male Asian expatriate”, the models showed bias in 87.5% of the scenarios tested. These figures weren’t random. They were grounded in controlled, repeatable prompts. Each combination was run 30 times , and the results were averaged to reduce randomness and highlight consistent patterns in output. Model Memory May Amplify Inequality The researchers also pointed to a growing concern tied to memory-based AI. With newer LLMs increasingly retaining user history to personalize responses, biases may not require explicit input. If a chatbot remembers a user’s gender or background from previous interactions, it may adjust future advice automatically, reinforcing disparities without users even noticing. That personalization, once pitched as a benefit, could turn into a structural flaw. Instead of offering objective support, AI systems might quietly tilt the playing field, especially in high-stakes areas like salary talks or job applications. Technical Fixes Alone Won’t Solve It While some improvements can come from tweaking prompts or filtering training data, the authors of the study say the solution needs to go deeper. They call for clear ethical standards , independent audits , and transparency in how these models are trained and evaluated. One-off technical patches, they argue, won’t be enough to stop systemic issues from surfacing again. Debiasing techniques must be paired with policy. If models are being used to guide life decisions, like what salary to ask for or how to approach a job interview, they need to be held to higher standards. This is particularly important as LLMs become embedded in professional and educational tools. A Quiet Signal with Loud Consequences The report makes one thing clear: gender bias in AI doesn’t always shout, it often whispers. It shows up in subtle nudges, conservative estimates, and toned-down advice. But those quiet differences, if repeated over time, could shape careers, influence confidence, and widen existing gaps. As people rely more on AI to navigate complex decisions, the advice these systems give will increasingly shape human behavior. And when two people with the same skills are told to ask for different salaries, that’s not just a data problem, it’s a fairness problem. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: Analysis Reveals Generative AI May Save 12% of Economy’s Labor Time Through Task Acceleration
A new analysis shows that artificial intelligence may be able to take the weight off millions of workers by trimming the time it takes to finish routine tasks, without sacrificing quality or replacing people. The study took a closer look at how work gets done in Chile’s most common occupations, breaking each job into individual tasks, and found that nearly half could be completed faster using generative AI. The study didn’t stop at job titles; instead, it looked under the hood at how work gets done, task by task. On average, close to 48% of those tasks were found to be suitable for AI-assisted acceleration. This acceleration doesn’t mean automation in the traditional sense. It means tasks could be sped up, sometimes by half, while workers still stay in control. Think less slogging through paperwork and more time for meaningful work. Time Is Money, and AI Saves Plenty When researchers added up the potential value of that time savings across the labor force, it came out to nearly 12% of the entire economy. That figure reflects the labor hours that could be reclaimed if AI tools were widely and properly used. Some jobs stood out more than others. Software developers topped the list, followed closely by public policy experts and data analysts. These roles often involve repetitive digital tasks, exactly the kind that generative AI handles best. But the benefits didn’t stop there. Accountants, lawyers, engineers, and retail workers all showed significant room for gains. Teachers, too, could lighten their load. In many classrooms, especially where there's a staffing gap, trimming administrative work might free up time for lesson planning and student support. Inside the Jobs AI Can Help With In practical terms, the study showed that more than 4.7 million workers are in roles where at least 30% of their tasks could be accelerated. For roughly 1.2 million full-time jobs, that figure jumps above 60%. That includes high-effort, high-volume work like summarizing data, processing documents, or tracking budgets. Some of the best early-use cases are hiding in plain sight. In government offices, for instance, thousands of roles involve document handling, form reviews, or data collection. AI could ease much of that grind. Analysts estimate that roles like these could bring in more than $1.1 billion in yearly productivity value if equipped with the right tools. Smaller businesses also hold promise. These firms, which make up the backbone of employment, often juggle sales, support, and operations with lean teams. With smart use of AI, those teams could handle more without burning out. But getting there won’t be automatic. Many lack the digital infrastructure or training to use AI confidently, and bridging that gap is key. Not All Jobs Are Built the Same Manual roles, including construction and cleaning, show lower exposure to AI gains. These jobs rely more on physical labor or judgment that doesn’t translate well to software. Still, the picture isn't black and white. Some elements of those roles, like scheduling, reporting, or communication, might still see small improvements with AI in the mix. Interestingly, income played a role too. Mid-level earners tended to benefit the most. The link between pay and AI readiness peaked in the middle tiers, then tapered off. Highly paid professionals like executives or physicians showed less acceleration potential, mostly because their work leans on human interaction, decision-making, or ethics, areas where AI still falls short. A Measured Rollout Makes the Difference The researchers recommended a phased rollout that starts with the easiest wins. Admin-heavy roles in education, local offices, and service businesses could offer early proof of concept. These jobs require little adjustment, and the tools to support them are already on the market. Training, however, will be essential. That includes not only teaching people to use the tools, but also building up the kinds of skills that AI can’t replace, critical thinking, empathy, and adaptability. In the long run, AI doesn’t need to overhaul the entire workplace overnight. But where the right groundwork is in place, it might just help people get more done without working more hours. And in many jobs, that shift can make a real difference. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: ChatGPT Pro Users Gain Early Access to Autonomous AI Assistant for Task Handling and Workflow Automation
In a major step to improve the ease of doing business, the Cabinet Committee on Regulatory Reforms has approved 104 business compliance reforms under the Board of Investment’s (BOI) first Regulatory Reform Package. Chaired by Federal Minister for Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, the committee reviewed 136 reform proposals, approving 104 aimed at reducing compliance costs, […] The post 104 Business Compliance Reforms Get Cabinet Body’s Nod appeared first on TechJuice .
In a major move to expand its content offerings, Spotify has officially added audiobooks to its Family Plan for the first time, giving each member 15 hours of listening time per month at no extra cost. The update, announced this week, brings the audiobook perk to more than 200 million premium users globally who subscribe […] The post Spotify Family Plan Now Includes Audiobook Access for All appeared first on TechJuice .
For the first time, Netflix has used generative artificial intelligence (AI) to produce visual effects in one of its original series. The groundbreaking application appeared in the Argentine sci-fi drama “The Eternauts,” where AI was used to create a dramatic building collapse scene. According to Ted Sarandos, Netflix’s co-chief executive, using AI significantly accelerated production […] The post Netflix Embraces Generative AI in Original Series to Cut Costs appeared first on TechJuice .
Meta has officially named Connor Hayes, the company’s VP of Product for Generative AI, as the new head of its rapidly expanding social platform, Threads, according to Axios. This leadership change signals Meta’s growing commitment to Threads as more than just an Instagram spin-off. Until now, Adam Mosseri, head of Instagram, had also overseen Threads. […] The post Meta Names AI Executive Connor Hayes as New Head of Threads appeared first on TechJuice .
As OpenAI continues to dominate in the U.S., San Francisco-based startup Perplexity is carving out its own path, with India at the heart of its expansion plans. The company is rapidly scaling in the world’s second-largest internet market, hoping to capitalize on its massive digital population and relative lack of local AI search competitors. In […] The post Perplexity Bets Big on India to Challenge OpenAI’s AI Dominance appeared first on TechJuice .
Table of Contents Introduction SadaPay: Features, Sign-Up, and User Experience Founding & Acquisition Sign-Up Process Sending Money Privacy and Security Helpline and Maintenance Supported Billers Additional Features User Feedback Common Problems and Service Issues NayaPay: Features, Sign-Up, and User Experience EMI License & Funding Sign-Up Process Sending Money Privacy and Security Helpline and Maintenance Supported […] The post Sadapay vs Nayapay: Which Digital Payment Service is Right for You in 2025? appeared first on TechJuice .
Indian Apple reseller Ample is banking on store expansion and adding more brands and clients to achieve 35% revenue growth in fiscal year 2026, its chief executive said. The Bengaluru-based firm, which supplies tech products such as Apple computers to over 1,500 clients including SAP, Broadcom, Infosys, and Wipro, operates more than 120 stores across India. Nearly 50 of these sell Apple products, while others showcase brands like Under Armour and ASICS. The firm plans to expand its footprint to approximately 175 stores across brands within three years, Ample founder and CEO Rajesh Narang said on Monday, though he declined to specify a target for Apple-only stores. Ample’s revenue stood at 17 billion rupees ($197.33 million) for the fiscal year ended March 31. The company is focusing on partnerships with global capability centers, hubs that manage operations, finance, and research for large multinational firms, to drive growth, Narang added. Apple, which reported nearly $8 billion in sales in India for the year through March 2024, operates its own stores in New Delhi and Mumbai. Other resellers in the market include Aptronix and iPlanet. While Apple also plans to expand its presence in India, Narang said that would benefit partners like Ample, as the market tends to grow with the brand’s presence. The firm plans to list on stock exchanges within five years to fund its growth strategy. “With our growth ambition, there will be a need for capital,” Narang said.
PARIS: Eight healthy babies have been born in the UK using a new IVF technique that successfully reduced their risk of inheriting genetic diseases from their mothers, the results of a world-first trial said on Wednesday. The findings were hailed as a breakthrough which raises hopes that women with mutations in their mitochondrial DNA could one day have children without passing debilitating or deadly diseases on to the children. One out of every 5,000 births is affected by mitochondrial diseases, which cannot be treated, and include symptoms such as impaired vision, diabetes and muscle wasting. In 2015, Britain became the first country to approve an in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) technique that uses a small amount of healthy mitochondrial DNA from the egg of a donor — along with the mother’s egg and father’s sperm. Some have called the result of this process “three-parent babies”, though researchers have pushed back at this term because only roughly 0.1 percent of the newborn’s DNA comes from the donor. The results of the much-awaited UK trial were published in several papers in the New England Journal of Medicine. ‘Important reproductive option’ Out of 22 women to undergo the treatment at the Newcastle Fertility Centre in northeast England, eight babies were born. The four boys and four girls now range from under six months to over two years old. The amount of mutated mitochondrial DNA — which causes disease — was reduced by 95-100 percent in six of the babies, according to the research. For the other two newborns, the amount fell by 77-88 per cent, which is below the range that causes disease. This indicates the technique was “effective in reducing transmission” of diseases between mother and child, one of the studies said. The eight children are currently healthy, though one had a disturbance of their heart’s rhythm which was successfully treated, the researchers said. Their health will be followed up over the coming years to see if problems arise. Nils-Goran Larsson, a Swedish reproductive expert not involved in the research, hailed the “breakthrough”. The new technique offers a “very important reproductive option” for families affected by “devastating” mitochondrial diseases, he added. Ethical review Mitochondrial donation remains controversial and has not been approved in many countries, including the United States and France. Religious leaders have opposed the procedure because it involves the destruction of human embryos. Other opponents have expressed fears it could pave the way for genetically engineered “designer babies”. An ethical review carried out by the UK’s independent Nuffield Council on Bioethics was “instrumental” in conducting the new research, the council’s director Danielle Hamm said. Peter Thompson, head of the UK’s Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority which approved the procedure, said only people with a “very high risk” of passing on a mitochondrial disease would be eligible for the treatment. Ethical concerns have also been raised over the use of mitochondrial donation for infertility in Greece and Ukraine. Published in Dawn, July 18th, 2025
Starting a business may feel easier these days, especially with digital tools and AI doing much of the heavy lifting. But staying in business is another story. A fresh idea and a website can get you started, yet the road beyond the first year is anything but smooth. Data gathered by LendingTree , based on historical records from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, paints a sobering picture. For every 100 businesses launched in a given year, only about 35 are still standing after ten years. The drop-off begins early and continues steadily. In the first year alone, around 21 out of 100 businesses go under. By year two, the survival rate falls further, with just 65 still active. The third year chips away again, leaving roughly 59 still in the game. From there, the decline doesn’t hit as hard year by year, but the damage adds up. After five years, just over half of the original group remains. Beyond that, each additional year trims the number bit by bit, until only a third make it to the ten-year mark. The early collapse isn't surprising when you look at the demands placed on new business owners. Most are new to the job, and it takes time to get a business off the ground. Revenue usually doesn’t show up right away, and profit is even slower to appear. That means founders often face long hours with little payoff, all while dealing with financial stress and constant uncertainty. The pressure can be relentless, and without enough runway, many end up folding before they’ve had a real shot. Even experienced workers face a learning curve when switching from employee to entrepreneur. Running a business involves wearing more hats than most are used to. Sales, customer outreach, product development, budgeting, hiring, marketing, these responsibilities don’t split themselves. Mistakes pile up, confidence can slip, and decisions made in panic can sink the ship before it gets moving. There is some relief with time. Survival rates slow their downward spiral as businesses mature. Those that make it past the halfway point tend to have found a rhythm. But even then, the numbers don’t promise safety. Only about 35 out of 100 will celebrate their tenth anniversary, meaning two-thirds still drop out before the finish line. Since the pandemic, Americans have embraced entrepreneurship in large numbers. Remote work, economic shifts, and the lure of independence gave rise to a wave of new ventures. Applications for new businesses remain higher than they were before 2020, and the ease of launching online continues to attract first-time founders. Artificial intelligence has played a part in that surge. It now acts as a brainstorming tool, a salesperson, and a marketing engine, all rolled into one. With fewer barriers than ever, more people are jumping into the game. But jumping in is the easy part. Holding steady when the tide turns, that's where most businesses struggle. As the numbers show, launching isn’t the hardest part. Staying afloat is. Time Frame % of Businesses that Survive % of Businesses that Fail Start 100% 0% Within 1 year 78.5% 21.5% After 2 years 65.1% 34.9% After 3 years 59.2% 40.8% After 4 years 57.3% 42.7% After 5 years 51.6% 48.4% After 6 years 47.5% 52.5% After 7 years 43.2% 56.8% After 8 years 39.9% 60.1% After 9 years 37.4% 62.6% After 10 years 34.9% 65.1% Read next: Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) Apps: The Hidden Costs Aren’t What You Think
