H20 AI chips set for return under U.S. licence; lawmakers warn move could endanger national security amid China tech race The post Nvidia’s China chip sales tied to rare earth trade deal, sparks U.S. backlash appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Islamabad – In its latest fortnightly review of petroleum prices, the Government of Pakistan has announced a substantial increase in pump prices for the period July 16–31, 2025. Under the notification issued by the Finance Division late on Wednesday night, the price of petrol has been raised by Rs 5.36 per litre, while high-speed diesel […] The post Petrol, Diesel Prices Increased in Pakistan from July 16 appeared first on TechJuice .
Karachi, July 15, 2025 – Zong, Pakistan’s leading technology innovation company, hosted a dynamic and immersive event for Z SAIS Cloud, a locally-hosted, business-ready, enterprise-grade platform […] The post Zong Drives Pakistan’s Digital Journey Forward with Z SAIS Cloud’s Karachi Launch appeared first on Digital Pakistan .
Islamabad— The National Assembly Standing Committee on Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives has voiced serious concerns over the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority’s (OGRA) failure to regulate the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) sector. The committee criticized weak enforcement, a high number of unregistered tankers, and dangerous practices like the sale of LPG in plastic bags. According […] The post NA Panel Criticizes OGRA for Regulatory Gaps in LPG Sector appeared first on TechJuice .
Islamabad: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) issued the Draft Women EquiSmart Policy 2025–2028 on July 15, 2025, its first comprehensive gender equality framework for regulated sectors, including capital markets, insurance, non-banking finance, and the corporate sector. The framework is now available on the SECP’s website for public consultation. The draft framework reflects […] The post SECP Releases Women EquiSmart Policy 2025–2028 appeared first on TechJuice .
The governments of Pakistan and Japan have signed a JPY 379 million (US$2.63 million) grant agreement to support the Human Resource Development Scholarship Program (JDS) 2025. This initiative will fund 17 scholarships for Pakistani civil servants to pursue higher education in Japan, marking the 8th phase of the program since 2018. The signing ceremony took […] The post Pakistan, Japan Sign JDS 2025 Grant Agreement for Scholarship Program appeared first on TechJuice .
Islamabad, July 2025 — This past weekend, over 300 developers, students, and technology professionals gathered for Google I/O Extended Islamabad 2025, a two-day celebration of innovation, AI, and community spirit. Hosted at two iconic venues Pearl Continental Hotel Rawalpindi and Innovista DHA Phase 1 Islamabad, the event showcased how artificial intelligence is transforming industries, creating […] The post Google I/O Extended Islamabad 2025: Successfully Training 300+ Developers to Unlock AI’s Potential appeared first on TechJuice .
KARACHI: In a groundbreaking leap for Pakistan’s healthcare and biotechnology sectors, Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) has successfully formulated the country’s first-ever lab-scale indigenous anti-rabies vaccine. According to government estimates, rabies, primarily transmitted through dog bites, causes between 2,000 to 5,000 deaths annually in Pakistan. While many receive life-saving vaccines, exact data on recoveries […] The post Pakistan Develops First Indigenous Anti-Rabies Vaccine appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan has introduced AI-powered machines capable of printing up to 300 passports per hour, bringing relief to thousands awaiting passport deliveries. According to the Director General of Passports, Mustafa Jamal Kazi, six cutting-edge machines, procured in March 2025, have now been fully integrated with NADRA’s central database. These AI-powered systems are expected to dramatically reduce […] The post Pakistan Launches AI Passport Printing, Cuts Wait Time to Minutes appeared first on TechJuice .
Islamabad / Dubai: Pakistan’s leading B2B commodities platform, Zarea Limited, has officially incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary in Dubai as part of its aggressive global expansion strategy. The new entity, ZAREA COMMERCE FZCO, will serve as the company’s regional headquarters in the United Arab Emirates. The development was formally announced in a notice to the […] The post Zarea Launches Dubai Subsidiary to Boost Global B2B Expansion appeared first on TechJuice .
LAHORE: Fast Cables Limited has reached a major milestone by becoming the first cable manufacturer in Pakistan to earn approved vendor certification from Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), a leading global energy firm based in the UAE. The achievement was officially shared in a notification to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Tuesday. “Fast […] The post Fast Cables Joins UAE’s TAQA Vendor Network appeared first on TechJuice .
The United Kingdom has just dropped a major travel shake-up: most Pakistani students and work visa applicants no longer need physical visa stickers in their passports. Instead, they’ll receive eVisas, digitally linked to their travel documents via a UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) online account. Earlier this week, the British High Commission in Islamabad confirmed […] The post UK Launches eVisas in Pakistan, No Passport Needed! appeared first on TechJuice .
TECNO has introduced the Camon 40 Pro Sandy Titanium edition in Pakistan, expanding its popular Camon 40 series lineup with an elegant new color. This latest addition blends premium design, cutting-edge AI photography, and smooth performance in a sleek, nature-inspired finish that appeals to every personality. The Sandy Titanium Camon 40 Pro offers a sophisticated […] The post TECNO Camon 40 Pro Now Available in Sandy Titanium Color appeared first on TechJuice .
The provincial government has extended the deadline for installing the newly introduced Ajrak-themed number plates. Drivers now have until August 14 to comply without facing fines. The announcement was made by Provincial Minister Mukesh Kumar Chawla during a press briefing in Karachi on Monday. Chawla clarified that vehicles without Ajrak number plates won’t be fined […] The post Sindh Extends Ajrak Number Plate Deadline appeared first on TechJuice .
The CCP penalties on businesses have surged past Rs1 billion in FY25, following a sweeping crackdown by the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) that targeted anti-competitive practices across several critical sectors. In a significant drive to uphold competition laws, the CCP issued 12 major orders during the fiscal year, imposing hefty penalties on companies found […] The post CCP Penalties on Businesses Top Rs1 Billion in FY25 appeared first on TechJuice .
Islamabad, Pakistan — In a significant step toward enhancing digital safety for children across Pakistan, the National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) of Pakistan has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with UNICEF Pakistan, establishing a landmark partnership focused on advancing Child Online Protection (COP) within the broader national cybersecurity landscape. The collaboration […] The post National CERT & UNICEF Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Child Online Protection (COP) appeared first on TechJuice .
The federal government is now launching a new version of Pakistan Citizen Portal for Android users after the recent wave of technology disruptions. Users are experiencing […] The post Government Launches New Version of Pakistan Citizen Portal appeared first on Digital Pakistan .
Honda has officially introduced the HR-V e:HEV 2025 in Pakistan, setting the stage for a competitive showdown in the local hybrid SUV segment. Priced at Rs. 8,999,000 (ex-factory), this launch marks Honda’s first locally assembled hybrid vehicle in the country. It is an important milestone in both the company’s local operations and Pakistan’s move toward […] The post Honda Unveils First Locally Assembled HR-V e:HEV in Pakistan appeared first on TechJuice .
Recommendations include tariff adjustments and policy reforms to foster e-commerce and technology adoption The post ADB urges Pakistan to rationalize digital infrastructure taxes to boost growth appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
On July 15, 2025, the National Savings Division conducted the Rs 750 prize bond draw in Rawalpindi. The draw revealed that the first prize, amounting to Rs 1.5 million, was awarded to the holder of bond number 953346. Additionally, the second prize, which was Rs 500,000 each, was won by three fortunate holders of bond […] The post Rs750 Prize Bond Draw Results for July Announced by National Savings appeared first on TechJuice .
New MoU aims to drive clean energy innovation and academic collaboration between Pakistan and China The post University of Sargodha, Chinese tech school to launch joint lithium battery research centre appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
The Higher Education Department has launched disciplinary action against hundreds of teachers over serious Punjab Matric and Intermediate marking errors, raising concerns about the reliability of exam results across the province. According to local media, the names of the teachers involved have been forwarded to the School Education Department for further proceedings. This move follows […] The post Punjab Teachers Face Action Over Matric and Intermediate Marking Errors appeared first on TechJuice .
The chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) briefed the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Information Technology regarding the country’s expanding digital infrastructure. He revealed that Pakistan currently has 160,000 kilometers of fiber optic cable laid across the country. However, to meet the growing demand for high-speed internet and digital services, further development is underway. […] The post PTA Confirms massive Fibre installation project for faster 4G appeared first on TechJuice .
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday stressed that Pakistan’s digital invoicing system must be introduced in Urdu to make it more inclusive and user-friendly for all citizens. Chairing a weekly review session in Islamabad, the prime minister assessed progress on FBR’s digitization drive, which includes the digital invoicing system, AI-based assessment tools, simplified tax return […] The post PM Directs Launch of Digital Invoicing System in Urdu appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan’s journey toward 5G faces serious roadblocks, as highlighted in a recent Asian Development Bank (ADB) report. Despite global momentum toward 5G, Pakistan’s telecom sector remains stuck. Multiple issues, including the world’s lowest average revenue per user (ARPU), high operational taxes, and low 4G/smartphone adoption, continue to hinder progress. According to the GSMA, Pakistan offers among […] The post Pakistan’s 5G Rollout Stalls Amid High Taxes, Low ARPU, and Power Outages appeared first on TechJuice .
A member of the National Assembly of Pakistan, Mahesh Kumar, claimed that WhatsApp voice calls in Karachi drop after one minute. He raised serious concerns during a meeting of the Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecom, stating: “If this is the condition in Karachi, what must it be in South Punjab and Interior Sindh?” […] The post Are WhatsApp Calls Dropping After One Minute in Karachi? appeared first on TechJuice .
The Islamabad High Court has taken notice of the CDA property fee hike after the Islamabad Property Dealers Association filed a petition challenging the sharp increase in property transfer fees and other related charges by the Capital Development Authority (CDA). A bench comprising Muhammad Ibrahim Abbasi and Justice Raja Inam Amin Minhas heard the case […] The post IHC Seeks Explanation on CDA Property Fee Hike appeared first on TechJuice .
To combat worsening air pollution, the federal government has banned smoke-emitting vehicles from entering the capital. The action, unveiled as part of the Vehicle Emission Testing Campaign, was spearheaded by Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, who emphasized the urgency of addressing Islamabad’s declining air quality. Chaudhry, launching the campaign this week, revealed that […] The post Why Smoke-Emitting Vehicles Just Got Banned in Islamabad appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan’s auto market showed signs of recovery in June 2025, with the Suzuki Alto recording a notable 179% increase in sales compared to the previous month, according to the latest data from the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA). Pakistan Suzuki Motor Company (PSMC) has staged a strong recovery, with 9,497 Alto units sold in June, […] The post Suzuki Alto Sales Skyrocket 179% in June 2025 appeared first on TechJuice .
The National Assembly Standing Committee on IT and Telecom held a tense session addressing the ongoing internet shutdown in Panjgur, Balochistan, and the broader digital blackout affecting the province. Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman briefed the committee, stating that internet services in Panjgur are fully suspended on the explicit orders of the Ministry of Interior […] The post PTA Confirms Internet Shutdown in Balochistan Amid Security Orders appeared first on TechJuice .
The coworking landscape in Pakistan has matured dramatically in recent years, boasting hundreds of spaces, high occupancy rates, and vibrant communities. Experts say promoting the industry can help foster the IT industry and boost remittances. According to them, the government must initiate a one-window operation to grapple with issues being faced by the industry entrepreneurs. Why are coworking spaces important? Coworking spaces help freelancers, startups, and small businesses grow—especially in smaller cities. They’re more than just shared offices; they’re places where ideas and businesses are born. They offer affordable and flexible workspaces that help reduce overheads and focus on growth. Tech companies find their footing in collaborative coworking spaces such as Daftarkhwan, COLABS, and The Hive, where they gain access to mentors, investors, and a supportive community. These shared environments encourage creativity, problem-solving, and faster product development. For startups and freelancers, this means saving capital for product development. Freelancers also benefit from a professional setting, which enhances credibility with clients and reduces isolation. These spaces foster a sense of community, enabling valuable networking, mentorship, and collaboration opportunities. Tech companies especially value access to investor networks, business support services, and talent pools often available in coworking ecosystems. Furthermore, coworking environments encourage knowledge sharing across disciplines—critical for tech-driven problem solving. Need for government support Talking to Business Recorder , one of the pioneers in the industry, WorkMore CEO Abid Beli, said the government unrgently needs “to form a unified policy, call for one-window operation and form some rules and regulations to deal with issues of the industry people with a view to bolstering up the industry.” If the government ensures easy processing of remittances for IT companies, there will be much more white money, he said, adding that if facilities are given to tech companies, the national economy will grow at an extraordinary pace. According to him, one of the issues faced by the industry is government department officials demanding kickbacks and commissions: “Within a year, I had to face around 17 officials of the various departments.” Instead of visiting individual entrepreneurs, Beli believes officials must come through government approved organisations or associations such as the Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA) and the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) where the coworking spaces are registered. Business leaders are eager to abide by all rules and regulations, once the government announces them. IT companies are also relocating their businesses to foreign countries for want of proper implementation of justice, rules, law and order, he said. If there is a petty issue, it cannot be fixed without a “source” on the inside. “Without a source, no work can be done in the country,” he said, adding that such problems should not arise, especially if the company is paying its taxes. Beli said he launched the first coworking space called The Incubator in 2015 in the country after which more spaces began to mushroom. There are currently more than 210 coworking spaces in the country including 96 in Karachi, while other cities like Lahore, Islamabad, Multan, Faisalabad and other smaller cities also have them. In Karachi, spaces are available almost everywhere: from Shahrah-e-Faisal, Defence, Clifton and Nazimabad to Gulistan-e-Jauhar and Gulshan-e-Iqbal. “There is still growth in the industry, but it is slow,” Beli said. Meanwhile tech veteran and National Incubation Centre (NIC) Karachi Project Director Syed Azfar Hussain said tech companies and freelancers often prefer coworking spaces because they offer flexible, cost-effective, and resource-rich environments ideal for innovation and collaboration. Unlike traditional offices, coworking spaces and incubation centers like NIC Karachi provide shared infrastructure—high-speed internet, meeting rooms, and IT support—without long-term leases or heavy upfront costs. Hussain said the government should support entrepreneurs running coworking spaces by providing affordable infrastructure, tax benefits, and easier access to funding and registrations. Government efforts At the federal level, initiatives of the Ministry of Information Technology & Telecommunication (MoITT) and Ignite have promoted digital skills and startup growth—and the NICs also serve as enabling coworking spaces as essential startup hubs. At the provincial level, the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) has taken steps to promote innovation and entrepreneurship. It has launched ‘e-Earn’ coworking spaces - a government-backed network of subsidized coworking spaces designed for freelancers, remote workers, and small businesses across the province. Hussain said coworking spaces are vital for nurturing innovation, especially in the tech world. Student loan platform Edufi is one example of a successful startup using the power of community. Beyond Pakistan, many local startups tapping into global coworking hubs like WeWork or Factory Berlin have expanded their reach, built international networks, and secured cross-border investments. Talking to Business Recorder , Pakistan Freelancers Association (PAFLA) Chairman Ibrahim Amin said that as hubs for creativity and collaboration, coworking spaces drive digital entrepreneurship and play a vital role in boosting the growth and visibility of the information technology sector. Echoing the thoughts of Beli and Hussain, he said the government should provide subsidized utility rates, tax incentives, and affordable long-term leases to coworking space operators. “Simplified business registration and zoning policies will further ease the establishment of these spaces. Low cost financial support through grants or soft loans can help improve infrastructure and accessibility. Reliable internet, uninterrupted power supply, and public transportation access should be prioritized.” “Additionally, collaboration with universities and public agencies can channel talent and resources into these hubs.” “These measures will empower coworking entrepreneurs to expand their capacity and strengthen the overall digital economy ecosystem,” he said.
The Bank of Azad Jammu & Kashmir is officially stepping into the future. BAJK has signed a major tech partnership with the iConsult Consortium, a team […] The post AJK Bank Signs Global Deal to Go Fully Digital appeared first on Digital Pakistan .
A gradual shift in phone behavior among Generation Z, whose members are more accustomed to touchscreens than dial tones, has left many older users puzzled as they notice a growing pattern where younger people, upon answering a call, remain silent and wait for the caller to speak first, rejecting the traditional impulse to open with a simple “hello” or other verbal greeting. This emerging habit gained public attention when a recruiter shared an observation on social media , noting that during scheduled calls with younger applicants, it had become common for them to stay silent upon pickup, forcing the interviewer to initiate the conversation, a trend that quickly resonated with others in professional roles who confirmed experiencing the same pattern, suggesting the behavior was no isolated occurrence. The reasoning behind this pause, according to those familiar with the shift, stems partly from the overwhelming surge in robocalls and spam, as automated dialing systems often wait for a human voice trigger, usually a word like “hello”, before launching into their scripted pitches, which means that remaining quiet can help users differentiate between real callers and machine-generated interruptions, allowing Gen Z users to outsmart telemarketers with what amounts to a passive screening technique. Alongside the fight against robocalls sits a more cautionary motivation rooted in growing concerns about voice-based fraud, where cybersecurity experts have warned that scammers could potentially use voice samples, particularly expressive and predictable phrases such as “hello,” to train or manipulate cloning software, making some users more likely to avoid saying anything identifiable at all, instead offering flat or non-emotional responses if they speak at all. This approach also signals a change in social expectations, as many Gen Z users now operate on the belief that the person who initiates the call bears the responsibility for initiating the conversation, reversing the long-standing cultural pattern in which the person who answered the phone typically offered a greeting, introduced themselves, or otherwise acknowledged the connection first, a shift that, while minor on the surface, has become symbolic of the broader realignment in communication habits brought on by changing technologies and social rhythms. For those who lived through the era of shared household phones without caller ID, answering a call involved not only speaking promptly but also declaring who you were or which residence had been reached, and for professionals who worked with landline desk phones, the practice became even more formal, with employees often trained to respond with the company name, their own name, and sometimes an offer of assistance, which reflected the anonymous and institutional nature of many incoming calls during that time. Today, that formal scaffolding around phone use has all but collapsed, as personal mobile devices, direct-dial numbers, and ubiquitous texting have turned calls into intimate rather than shared experiences, and even the voicemail, once treated as a personal audio letter, is increasingly ignored, skimmed through transcription tools, or bypassed entirely in favor of follow-up texts or missed call notifications. Some of my Muslim friends have shared that phone calls, like any form of speech, carry a moral weight, and they remind me that beginning a conversation with intention and a peaceful greeting, such as “Assalamu Alaikum,” (Maybe peace be upon you) isn’t just polite, it’s spiritually meaningful. They say it sets the tone for honesty, calm, and dignity in conversation, and also reflects the value Islam places on how and when we speak. Even silence, they suggest, should be purposeful, not careless, since the tongue is something one answers for, and every word, spoken or withheld, counts in the balance. The rituals surrounding voice calls have changed so thoroughly that many people now feel the need to coordinate even brief conversations through several rounds of texting beforehand, and when someone does make an unscheduled call, it’s not uncommon for them to apologize before beginning, as if their ring tone had intruded on sacred space rather than merely announced their attempt to speak. While those born before the early 1990s may view these behaviors as signs of declining etiquette or emotional distance, history suggests that phone customs have never been fixed for long, considering that the phrase “hello” itself only gained traction in the late 19th century after Thomas Edison popularized its use as a practical greeting for telephone conversations, and most American households did not even have phones until well into the 1940s, which indicates that the rules governing this technology have always evolved alongside it. Although it may feel unusual to encounter silence when someone answers a call, especially for those who equate verbal acknowledgment with politeness, the reality is that such conventions often rise and fall with their relevance, and as the function of voice calls continues to narrow in the presence of faster, quieter, and more asynchronous communication channels, it becomes less surprising that younger users now approach the ringing phone with hesitation, calculation, or silence, rather than the reflexive friendliness that once defined the gesture. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: ElevenLabs Mobile App Sees Moderate Uptake with Global Skew
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump heads to Pennsylvania on Tuesday to announce energy and infrastructure deals intended to meet big tech’s soaring demand for electricity needed to fuel the AI boom. Trump will make the announcement at the inaugural Pennsylvania Energy and Innovation Summit at Carnegie Mellon University. The tech world has fully embraced generative AI as the next wave of technology, but fears are growing that its massive electricity needs cannot be met by current infrastructure, particularly in the United States. Generative AI requires enormous computing power, mainly to run the energy-hungry processors from Nvidia, the California-based company that has become the world’s most valuable company by market capitalization. Trump threatens ‘very severe tariffs’ on Russia allies if no Ukraine deal Officials expect that by 2028, tech companies will need as much as five gigawatts of power for AI – enough electricity to power roughly five million homes. According to an official who spoke to Bloomberg, Trump’s announcement will total $70 billion in investments. Top executives from BlackRock, Palantir, Anthropic, Exxon and Chevron are slated to participate, the official said. The funding will cover new data centers, power generation, grid infrastructure, AI training, and apprenticeship programs. Google said it is committing $25 billion to build AI-ready data centers in Pennsylvania and surrounding regions. “We support President Trump’s clear and urgent direction that our nation invest in AI… so that America can continue to lead in AI,” said Ruth Porat, Google’s president and chief investment officer, who attended the event. The search engine giant also announced a partnership with Brookfield Asset Management to to modernize two hydropower facilities in Pennsylvania, representing 670 MW of capacity on the regional grid. Senator David McCormick, from Pennsylvania, said the investments “are of enormous consequence to Pennsylvania, but they are also crucial to the future of the nation.” His comments reflect the growing sentiment in Washington that the United States must not lose ground to China in the race to develop AI. “If the United States does not lead this revolution on our own terms, we will hand control of our infrastructure, our data, our leadership, and our way of life to Communist China,” McCormick wrote in a Fox News op-ed. Trump launched the “Stargate” project in January, aimed at investing up to $500 billion in US AI infrastructure – primarily in response to growing competition with China. Japanese tech investor SoftBank, ChatGPT-maker OpenAI, and Oracle are investing $100 billion in the initial phase. Trump has also reversed many policies adopted by the previous Biden administration that imposed checks on developing powerful AI algorithms and limits on exports of advanced technology to certain allied countries. He is expected to outline his own blueprint for AI advancement later this month.
U.S. tech giant Nvidia said on Tuesday it will resume sales of its H20 artificial intelligence chips to China, after Washington pledged to remove licensing curbs that had put a stop to exports. The California-based firm produces some of the world's most advanced semiconductors but is not allowed to ship its most cutting-edge chips to China owing to concerns that Beijing could use them to boost its military capabilities. It developed the H20 -- a less powerful version of its AI processing units -- specifically for export to China, although that plan hit the skids when the Trump administration firmed up export license requirements in April. The company said in a statement on Tuesday that it was "filing applications to sell the Nvidia H20 GPU again". "The U.S. government has assured Nvidia that licenses will be granted, and Nvidia hopes to start deliveries soon," the statement said. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said in a video published by Chinese state broadcaster CCTV on Tuesday that "the U.S. government has approved for us (to file) licenses to start shipping H20s, and so we will start to sell H20s to the Chinese market". "I'm looking forward to shipping H20s very soon, and so I'm very happy with that very, very good news," Huang, wearing his trademark black leather jacket, told a group of reporters. Zhang Guobin, founder of the Chinese specialist website eetrend.com, said the resumption would "bring (Nvidia) substantial revenue growth, making up for the losses caused by the previous ban". It would also ease the impact of trade frictions on the global supply chain for semiconductors, he told AFP. But he said Chinese firms would remain focused on domestic chip development, adding that "the Trump administration has been... prone to abrupt policy shifts, making it difficult to gauge how long such an opening might endure". Huang will attend a major supply chain gathering on Wednesday, the event organizer confirmed to AFP. It will be his third trip to China this year, according to CCTV. 'Positive role' China is a crucial market for Nvidia but in recent years the U.S. export squeeze has left it battling tougher competition from local players such as homegrown champion Huawei. Beijing has decried Washington's curbs as unfair and designed to hinder its development. Huang, an electrical engineer, told Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng on a visit to Beijing in April that he "looked favorably upon the potential of the Chinese economy", according to state news agency Xinhua. He said he was "willing to continue to plough deeply into the Chinese market and play a positive role in promoting U.S.-China trade cooperation", Xinhua reported. The tightened U.S. export curbs have come as China's economy wavers, with domestic consumers reluctant to spend and a prolonged property sector crisis weighing on growth. President Xi Jinping has called for China to become more self-reliant as uncertainty in the external environment increases. The Financial Times reported in May that Nvidia was planning to build a research and development center in Shanghai . Neither Nvidia nor the city's authorities confirmed the project to AFP at the time. China's economy grew 5.2 percent in the second quarter of the year, official data showed on Tuesday, after analysts predicted strong exports despite trade war pressures.
Discord has officially released Orbs, a virtual rewards system that invites users to interact with ads to earn digital goodies. After seven weeks in beta with millions of Orbs earned and spent by testers, the feature is now live for all users. Quests earn Orbs, which can then be redeemed in Discord’s Shop for items […] The post Discord Unleashes ‘Orbs’: Now Earn Rewards for Watching Ads appeared first on TechJuice .
Meta is launching a major spam cleanup of Facebook, removing 10 million fake profiles and half a million spam accounts during the first half of 2025. The move is the latest in its effort to protect original creators and improve user experience by demoting low-quality content and limiting monetization for repeat offenders. Meta Declares War […] The post Facebook Cracks Down on Spam, Deletes 10 Million Fake Profiles appeared first on TechJuice .
Text-to-speech platform registers 350K installs with strongest demand from India. ElevenLabs has recorded 350,000 downloads across the App Store and Google Play since launching its mobile app, marking a moderate entry into the consumer voice AI segment. The install base is evenly split between iOS and Android platforms, indicating balanced cross-platform interest. According to AppFigures data, India leads as the top market, contributing 22% of the app’s total downloads. The United States follows with 18%. This breakdown reflects early adoption patterns that lean toward regions with strong mobile usage and broad multilingual needs. The app’s voice features may be appealing for users looking to streamline communication or consume content more fluidly across languages. Market Penetration Remains Limited in Voice AI Compared to more mature AI utilities like image and text generation, ElevenLabs operates in a quieter market segment. Its closest indirect competitor, Speechify, saw 670,000 installs in May 2025 and generated $2.5 million in net revenue that month. This gap suggests that while there is clear demand for voice tools, ElevenLabs is still in the early stages of consumer traction. Appfigures data shows no sign of viral growth or category breakout. The adoption curve appears steady but unremarkable. User interest exists, but it hasn’t scaled quickly, and the lack of direct competition does not appear to have created automatic momentum. Advertising Execution Falls Short On the acquisition front, ElevenLabs is actively running Apple Search Ads, but the campaigns lack targeting precision. The company has not deployed Custom Product Pages, which limits its ability to tailor experiences for specific search queries or audience segments. Without campaign refinement, growth may plateau below potential. Performance Suggests Room for Strategy Overhaul Despite its strong technology and brand visibility in developer circles, ElevenLabs has yet to achieve measurable mainstream penetration. The figures do not indicate failure, but they reflect an underexploited position in a category that has room for expansion. To improve traction, the company could explore vertical use cases, such as language learning, accessibility, or short-form content production, that have historically shown high engagement with audio tools. Tighter integration with content platforms or niche creator ecosystems may also unlock stronger network effects. Note: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Read next: Top AI-Powered Text-to-Speech Convertors for Voice Overs
Workflows expected to shift as AI becomes embedded in daily tasks. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has stated that artificial intelligence will change how all jobs are performed, though not necessarily through widespread job losses. Speaking in a recent interview , he explained that AI is already reshaping roles across sectors by reducing repetitive tasks and introducing new methods of interaction. Huang described the shift as structural rather than destructive. He emphasized that while some positions may be phased out, others will emerge in their place. For many professionals, the nature of their daily responsibilities will likely evolve, even if their job titles remain unchanged. Cognitive Skills Central to AI Use A key point raised by Huang was the growing importance of prompt engineering . He positioned the act of forming effective questions for AI systems as a high-level skill that requires both clarity and precision. This process, he noted, plays a critical role in how professionals engage with generative models for support, decision-making, or research. Rather than replacing thinking, AI is being used as a tool to extend human capacity. Huang highlighted methods for comparing outputs across different systems to identify more reliable or useful information, suggesting a model of active engagement rather than passive consumption. Diverging Perspectives on Workforce Impact While Huang focused on productivity gains and task transformation, other experts in the field have expressed more caution. Some researchers and executives continue to raise concerns about the potential for large-scale displacement, particularly in white-collar industries. Forecasts from several analysts have suggested that routine intellectual tasks, including administrative, legal, and entry-level technical roles, face increased exposure to automation. This has prompted calls for greater awareness of sector-specific risks and the pace at which adoption is occurring. Outlook Remains Divided Although the impact of AI on the labor market remains under debate, most agree that the technology will play an increasingly central role in how work is structured. Some view this shift as a path to efficiency and expanded access, while others warn that many current roles may not survive the next decade in their existing form. Nvidia’s leadership continues to align with the view that AI will augment rather than replace. However, the scale and speed of this transformation will likely depend on how organizations integrate AI into their workflows and how quickly workers adapt to new tools. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: Study Shows Higher Error Rates in AI Responses When Queries Use African American, Indian, or Singaporean English
Research firm LightShed Partners has suggested that Apple should consider replacing CEO Tim Cook, though a change is unlikely soon. In a note seen by Bloomberg, analysts Walter Piecyk and Joe Galone stated: “Apple now needs a product-focused CEO, not one centered on logistics.” Apple’s stock performance has fallen behind competitors like Microsoft and Meta, […] The post Tim Cook’s Leadership Questioned by Leading Research Firms appeared first on TechJuice .
A new audit of Amazon’s AI chatbot, Rufus, reveals that the system fails more often when users speak in everyday English, especially when the phrasing reflects dialects like African American English (AAE), Indian English, or Singaporean English. Researchers at Cornell University found that Rufus often gives less accurate or more uncertain answers when users write in these dialects, even if the question itself is clear. The study didn’t just look at spelling mistakes or grammar slips. It focused on how Rufus reacts when the same question is asked using different dialects, sometimes with small changes like dropping punctuation or using casual phrasing. These shifts, which are common in real-world chats, made the chatbot less helpful. “Rufus is more likely to produce low-quality responses when prompted in minoritized dialects,” the researchers reported. What They Tested and Why The audit was based on a new framework developed to measure what the authors call “quality-of-service harms.” That refers to situations where an AI assistant works fine for some people, but not for others, because of the way they speak or write. To run the test, the team used 120 shopping-related questions that Amazon itself had suggested. These were transformed into five different dialects using a tool called Multi-VALUE, which changes sentence structures to match real dialect features. For example, one version of a question might ask, “Is this jacket machine washable?” while another might say, “This here jacket machine washable?” The researchers ran each of the 720 total prompts through Rufus using Amazon’s app. They rated each response based on two measures: whether it was wrong, and whether the bot appeared unsure. When Grammar Trips the Bot In many cases, Rufus had trouble handling grammatical features common in dialects like AAE or Singaporean English. The most common failure came when users dropped the linking verb “is”, a structure known as zero copula in linguistics. This is a natural part of speech in many English dialects, but it caused the AI to stumble. When the verb was missing, Rufus often skipped over the real question and instead suggested unrelated items. Out of 36 test prompts that dropped the verb, Rufus failed 25 times. That’s a big jump compared to just 6 failures out of 108 prompts written in standard grammar. The researchers called the pattern “concerning,” noting that this kind of error could affect many users who naturally write in these dialects. More Errors with Typos and Informality The audit didn’t stop with grammar alone. To mirror how people actually type on their phones, the team also introduced typos and removed punctuation. These tweaks made things worse. Prompts written in Indian and Singaporean English became especially vulnerable to incorrect or vague responses once errors were added. According to the report, “responses to prompts written in AAE, IndE, and SgE are significantly more incorrect than responses to prompts written in SAE.” The presence of typos made it harder for Rufus to recover meaning when the question came from a non-standard dialect. The bot wasn’t just confused by the dialect, but by how that dialect showed up in typical online writing. Copying Rufus for Testing To test whether audits could be done without access to Amazon’s full system, the researchers also built a copy of Rufus. They recreated the chatbot using a publicly available base model, GPT-4o-mini, and used a leaked version of what they believed was Rufus’s prompt template. While this replica didn’t have access to Amazon’s product data, its patterns of uncertainty matched those of the real Rufus in more than 90% of the cases. This supports the idea that chatbot behavior can still be meaningfully evaluated even when full system access is off-limits. What the Study Means The Cornell team argues that companies should design their AI systems with dialect variation in mind, especially when deploying them to millions of users. Right now, many chatbots are trained mostly on formal, standard English, which doesn’t reflect how most people actually write. “Chatbots should provide responses of equal quality when prompted with semantically equivalent text written in different dialects,” the paper notes. The findings also push for more regular audits, not just of the models themselves, but of the systems built on top of them. According to the authors, it’s not enough to check for offensive language or safety risks, if the AI doesn’t understand how people naturally speak, it fails at its most basic job. The Bigger Picture Although the audit focused on Rufus, the implications extend to any AI assistant used in public-facing services. When a chatbot can’t parse common dialects or handle informal speech, it puts some users at a disadvantage. That may seem like a small technical glitch, but it reflects deeper patterns of exclusion. As large language models spread into education, customer service, and public systems, the researchers say it’s time to treat language variation as a core design concern, not a corner case. If AI is going to help everyone, it has to understand everyone first. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: • Can AI Stay Neutral? Grok’s Israel-Palestine Replies Raise Doubts • Google, OpenAI, and Anthropic Models Behave Differently When Faced with Risk and Repeated Competition • New Research Shows Language Choice Alone Can Guide AI Output Toward Eastern or Western Cultural Outlooks • Chatbots Lean Toward Inaction, Flip on Wording, and Falter in Personal Moral Choices
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Oracle will invest $3 billion over the next five years in artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure in Germany and the Netherlands to meet upbeat demand, the company said in separate statements on Tuesday. The cloud service provider plans to allocate $2 billion to Germany and $1 billion to the Netherlands. Major technology firms have poured tens of billions of dollars into developing AI infrastructure following the success of OpenAI’s ChatGPT. NTC selects Oracle Communications Session Border Controller Oracle, whose cloud offerings support companies in building AI infrastructure, has seen its shares surge about 38% so far this year. In June, the company raised its annual revenue forecast, driven by strong demand for its AI-related cloud services. Oracle is also part of a joint venture called Stargate, aimed at delivering large-scale computing capabilities to OpenAI.
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OpenAI is building a new AI data center north of Dallas, and the numbers tied to the project are raising eyebrows across Texas. The facility, located in Denton, is set to consume around 390 megawatts of electricity , nearly twice the city’s current power usage. Denton, home to just under 160,000 residents and two major universities, isn’t new to growth. But this level of energy demand is something local officials are scrambling to manage. By 2030, the OpenAI site could outpace the city’s entire energy footprint, forcing grid upgrades and possibly driving up electricity bills for everyday residents if supply falls behind. An AI Boom Demands Real Power OpenAI says the data center will help keep services like ChatGPT and its developer tools online 24/7. Earlier this year, the company had to delay major feature rollouts due to limited computing power. That shortfall seems to have accelerated plans for larger infrastructure, with CEO Sam Altman closely involved in expanding capacity. Altman is also tied to the federal Stargate initiative, a $500 billion push to fund large-scale AI facilities. The program’s first site, operated by Oracle, is already active in Texas and dwarfs Denton’s facility with a massive 1.2-gigawatt load, enough to power hundreds of thousands of homes. While OpenAI will use the Denton site, it doesn’t technically own it. The facility belongs to Core Scientific, a former bitcoin mining firm now pivoting toward AI infrastructure. That company is being acquired by CoreWeave, another AI data center provider, in a $9 billion deal announced last week. When the dust settles, CoreWeave will control the Denton hub. Grid Tension and Water Worries Texas has seen a wave of data center expansion lately, and not without consequences. Energy planners are already sounding alarms. The Texas Reliability Entity, which monitors power systems, warned in June that growth tied to AI and tech hubs is placing unprecedented stress on the grid. It’s a concern that echoes back to 2021, when a winter storm knocked out power across much of the state. Cooling these facilities also demands vast amounts of water. In a region where drought conditions are worsening, and water supply is increasingly stretched, that adds another layer of strain. The Texas Tribune reports that local ecosystems may face added pressure as more cooling systems come online. Community Impact Still Unclear Though no immediate health risks have been confirmed, some Texas towns near industrial computing sites have reported unusual symptoms in recent years. One bitcoin mine in particular drew complaints from nearby residents. Experts say more research is needed before drawing conclusions, but the pattern is being watched. With OpenAI’s latest move, the company joins a broader trend of tech firms racing to scale. What’s less clear is how that race will affect the communities left sharing their power lines. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: Google Signals Big Changes as Android and Chrome OS Begin to Converge
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Google has hinted at a major shift in its software strategy, and while the company isn’t offering specifics, a few recent comments suggest that the separate worlds of Android and Chrome OS may not stay separate much longer. During a recent conversation with TechRadar , Android Ecosystem President Sameer Samat dropped a remark that turned heads. While discussing how people use their laptops and mobile devices, Samat casually mentioned that Android and Chrome OS would be “combined” into a single platform. The comment came without much explanation, but it was enough to raise plenty of eyebrows. Two Roads, One Destination? For years, Android and Chrome OS have developed on parallel tracks. Android powered phones and tablets, while Chrome OS carved out a space in education and low-cost laptops, especially during the pandemic. Over time, the two operating systems started borrowing features from each other — Android gained some desktop multitasking tools, and Chrome OS welcomed Android apps and tighter phone integration. Now, Google seems to be taking things a step further. Though Samat didn’t break down what “combining” really means, the direction is clear. Android appears to be evolving into a more full-featured platform for both mobile and desktop-style computing. Meanwhile, Chrome OS hasn’t seen as much attention lately, at least publicly. Signs of Change Already Showing Google has already been nudging Android in a new direction. Support for multi-window desktop use is on the way, and the system is getting better at handling keyboards, mice, and larger displays. Those upgrades come just as consumer interest in flexible, hybrid-style devices grows. With iPads adopting more desktop features and Windows beginning to embrace Arm-based chips, the timing is no coincidence. Chrome OS, for its part, still runs on a mix of x86 and Arm hardware. Many Chromebooks get up to 10 years of software support, thanks to Google’s commitment to long-term updates. But Android hasn’t historically played well with x86 machines, and that’s where complications might start to surface. If Chrome OS begins to lean more heavily on Android’s underlying framework, some current Chromebooks may find themselves stuck in the transition. Could Android Be the New Laptop OS? This isn’t Google’s first attempt to bridge mobile and desktop computing. In the past, it pushed both Android tablets and Chrome OS tablets, but neither made much of a dent in Apple’s iPad dominance. A single, unified platform that blends Android’s flexibility with Chrome OS’s desktop features might finally be Google’s best shot at building something that feels truly modern and capable. The Play Store is already baked into Chrome OS. Android app support is there, even if it’s not always seamless. With a stronger push toward native Android windowing and a renewed focus on touch-and-type productivity, Google could position Android as the foundation for everything from phones to productivity laptops. What Comes Next? That’s the big question, and right now, Google’s playing it close to the vest. There’s no roadmap, no timeline, and no clear sense of what combining Android and Chrome OS really looks like in practice. What is clear is that something is shifting behind the scenes. The company has made big software pivots before. Sometimes they land, sometimes they don’t. But with AI now influencing how people interact with their devices and Arm gaining traction in laptops, Google may see this as a chance to rethink its approach before it falls behind. For now, users and developers are left waiting for details. But if Samat’s comment was more than just a casual aside, then the Chromebook as we know it might be headed for a big transformation, one that could change the shape of Google’s entire device ecosystem. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: Meta Tightens Rules on Recycled Facebook Content as Pressure Mounts
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As June wrapped up, mobile app data painted a clear picture of where users spent both time and money. While short videos and streaming content remained popular, apps powered by artificial intelligence continued their steady climb, not just in usage but also in how much users were willing to pay. Consumer Spending Highlights TikTok topped the revenue charts once again. With $384 million in global earnings across Apple and Google’s stores, it pulled in more than any other app, by a good stretch. That’s the highest monthly total the platform has brought in so far. Most of that came from iOS users, but Android still contributed over $100 million. ChatGPT came in second. It brought in $185 million across both platforms, with Apple users accounting for the bigger share. The app might not have cracked into every household yet, but judging by its recent run, it’s getting there faster than most. YouTube, Tinder, and Disney+ followed behind. Tinder earned about $133 million, placing it just ahead of Disney+, which saw its numbers dip slightly to $112 million. Google One and HBO Max tied at $92 million each, showing that cloud storage and streaming remain strong categories. Other names in the top ten included CapCut, which passed $80 million, and Tencent’s QQ and Video platforms, which saw consistent engagement out of Asia. Top Earners by Platform On iOS alone, TikTok held the top spot with $266 million. ChatGPT landed second at $147 million, and YouTube brought in $137 million. Tinder and Tencent Video rounded out the top five. HBO Max, Disney+, CapCut, QQ Video, and LinkedIn also made the list, each pulling in more than $55 million. Over on Google Play, TikTok still led, though the gap narrowed. Google One took second with $92 million. Disney+ followed, with $45 million, and Amazon’s app brought in just under that. ChatGPT placed fifth on Android with $38 million, while Tinder, Spotify, and HBO Max hovered around the $30 million mark. Global Download Trends ChatGPT didn’t just bring in money, it also brought in the most new users. It was the most downloaded app worldwide in June, with 50 million new installs — 15 million on iOS and 36 million on Android. That’s two months in a row where it led the field. TikTok came in second overall with 37 million installs, beating Instagram by a nose. Instagram followed at 36 million, then came Facebook with 30 million and WhatsApp with 28 million. CapCut stayed close behind, and apps like Temu, Threads, and Telegram kept a solid presence in the top ten. Looking just at iOS, Threads ranked second with 11 million installs, right behind ChatGPT. Google’s suite of apps, from Maps to Gemini, held several slots, while Telegram Messenger also drew strong numbers. Temu and TikTok were evenly matched, both attracting around 7 million new iPhone users. On Android, Instagram and TikTok remained close, with 31 million and 30 million downloads, respectively. Facebook, WhatsApp, and Snapchat all stayed strong. Meanwhile, apps for small business and messaging, like WhatsApp Business and Telegram, continued drawing consistent interest. General Trends and Takeaways Overall, the top ten most downloaded apps reached about 290 million devices in June. That’s slightly fewer than May, with an 8 percent dip across the board. Summer tends to slow things down for many platforms, but not all. ChatGPT was the outlier, managing to grow while others held steady or dipped slightly. Entertainment apps kept their hold on user wallets, but AI-powered tools are now elbowing their way into the top spots. TikTok may still lead by a wide margin, but ChatGPT’s performance across both earnings and downloads shows that users are just as ready to pay for productivity and innovation as they are for content and connections. Whether that trend holds into July is anyone’s guess, but for now, the balance between streaming, dating, storage, and AI has never been more competitive. The Highest Earning Apps – June 2025 (by Consumer Spend Worldwide) iOS App Store Rank App Company Revenue 1 TikTok TikTok Ltd. $266M 2 ChatGPT OpenAI $147M 3 YouTube Google $137M 4 Tinder Tinder LLC $96M 5 Tencent Video Tencent Technology $76M 6 CapCut Bytedance Pte. Ltd $72M 7 Disney+ Disney $67M 8 HBO Max WarnerMedia Global $62M 9 QQ Video Tencent Technology $60M 10 LinkedIn LinkedIn Corporation $56M Google Play Rank App Company Revenue 1 TikTok TikTok Pte. Ltd. $118M 2 Google One Google LLC $92M 3 Disney+ Disney $45M 4 Amazon Amazon Mobile LLC $44M 5 ChatGPT OpenAI $38M 6 Tinder Tinder LLC $37M 7 Spotify Spotify AB $32M 8 HBO Max WarnerMedia Global $31M 9 Crunchyroll Crunchyroll, LLC $21M 10 Prime Video Amazon Mobile LLC $19M Combined Total Rank App Company Revenue 1 TikTok TikTok Ltd. $384M 2 ChatGPT OpenAI $185M 3 YouTube Google $137M 4 Tinder Tinder LLC $133M 5 Disney+ Disney $112M 6 HBO Max WarnerMedia Global $92M 7 Google One Google LLC $92M 8 CapCut Bytedance Pte. Ltd $83M 9 Tencent Video Tencent Technology $76M 10 LinkedIn LinkedIn Corporation $68M The Most Downloaded Apps – June 2025 (Worldwide) iOS App Store Rank App Company Downloads 1 ChatGPT OpenAI 15M 2 Threads Instagram, Inc. 11M 3 CapCut Bytedance Pte. Ltd 10M 4 Google Maps Google 8M 5 Google Google 8M 6 Temu Temu 7M 7 TikTok TikTok Ltd. 7M 8 Instagram Instagram, Inc. 6M 9 Google Gemini Google 6M 10 Telegram Messenger Telegram FZ-LLC 6M Google Play Rank App Company Downloads 1 ChatGPT OpenAI 36M 2 Instagram Instagram, Inc. 31M 3 TikTok TikTok Pte. Ltd. 30M 4 Facebook Meta Platforms, Inc. 25M 5 WhatsApp WhatsApp LLC 23M 6 Snapchat Snap Inc 16M 7 Temu Temu 16M 8 CapCut Bytedance Pte. Ltd 14M 9 WhatsApp Business WhatsApp LLC 14M 10 Telegram Telegram FZ-LLC 13M Combined Total Rank App Company Downloads 1 ChatGPT OpenAI 50M 2 TikTok TikTok Ltd. 37M 3 Instagram Instagram, Inc. 36M 4 Facebook Meta Platforms, Inc. 30M 5 WhatsApp WhatsApp LLC 28M 6 CapCut Bytedance Pte. Ltd 24M 7 Temu Temu 23M 8 Threads Instagram, Inc. 22M 9 Snapchat Snap Inc 20M 10 Telegram Messenger Telegram FZ-LLC 19M H/T: Appfigures Blog . Note: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. 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Privacy policies aren’t designed for casual readers . They're often packed with dense language , legal loops, and vague terms that discourage users from reading beyond the first paragraph. Yet inside these documents are details that decide how your data is collected, stored, shared, or sold. If you skip them, you could end up granting more access than you intended, and once your information is out, it’s nearly impossible to get it back. For anyone who deals with digital tools, like VPNs, AI chatbots , browser extensions , secure messaging apps, or password managers, understanding a company’s data policy isn’t optional. Over time, smart reviewers who regularly analyze these documents has developed a simple approach i.e., scan for specific keywords that expose how a company handles your data. This method doesn’t take long and helps flag companies that might be crossing the line. Why Format and Structure Matter Some companies keep things clear. Their privacy policies explain , in plain terms, what data is being collected, what it’s used for, how long it’s kept, and whether it’s shared. These policies tend to have section headings, readable layouts, and straightforward language that helps you quickly understand the company’s practices. Others do the opposite . Instead of offering clarity, they hide key details inside endless paragraphs, legal phrasing, and generic statements. Some even bury invasive data collection terms several layers deep in the document. This is where keyword scanning becomes useful. Rather than reading every line, you can search for terms that point to the sections that matter most. Terms That Reveal a Lot About the Company A good place to start is the word “incorporated.” This tells you where the company is registered. The location matters because different countries apply different rules for privacy and data security. For example, companies based in the European Union must follow GDPR, which limits what businesses can collect and how they can store or share that information. A company based in the U.S. or Panama, on the other hand, might not be bound by those same protections. If the policy mentions a location you’re unfamiliar with, look up the privacy laws there. If you can’t find anything about how that jurisdiction handles consumer data, that could be a warning sign. Another important phrase is “ customer data .” This section usually lists the types of personal information the company gathers. It might include your name, phone number, email address, device ID, or IP address. These details are fairly common. But some apps go much further, collecting your photos, messages, contacts, location history, clipboard contents, or biometric data. In certain cases, some access is needed for the app to function, for instance, a gallery app needs access to photos, but when a simple utility tool wants access to your camera, microphone, or real-time location, it’s worth stopping to think. Also read: Mobile Apps Are Stealing Your Data — Even the Ones You Least Expect Next, search for “ retention .” This word usually appears in a section that describes how long your data stays in the company’s system. A reliable company typically sets a clear window, like deleting your account data within six months or a year after cancellation. Some policies mention longer periods, and others give no specific timeframe at all. If a company keeps your data indefinitely or fails to say when deletion happens, it’s a risk to your long-term privacy. The word “ log data ” is critical when looking at VPNs, proxies, or any app that connects to the internet. Some services track your activity while you’re using their tools. This can include websites visited, files downloaded, or even content entered into forms. Companies that truly protect privacy usually state that they don’t retain logs. But if a policy includes traffic details, device usage logs, or timestamps, that could mean the service is monitoring what you do, something that defeats the purpose of using a privacy tool in the first place. Look out as well for “ sell ” or “ transfer .” These keywords often show up in the sections that describe what happens to your data in the event the company is acquired, shut down, or goes bankrupt. Without clear terms, there’s a real possibility your information could be transferred to a new owner, or sold to data brokers, without you knowing. Several tech companies have shut down over the years, and in many of those cases, customer data was treated as part of the assets being sold. If there’s no explanation in the privacy policy, you’ll often find it in the terms of service. If it’s missing from both, that’s a serious concern. Related: Think Your Adblocker Protects You? Study Says It Might Be Doing the Opposite You should also search for “third party” or “advertisers.” These words will help you find out whether the company shares your data beyond the core services. Payment processors, cloud hosts, and customer service platforms often receive user data as part of their role, that’s normal. But some companies go further, handing your data to partners with no clear connection to the app’s function. If your data is being shared for marketing, analytics, or advertising, and it’s not essential to the service, that raises the chance it’s being monetized in ways that don’t benefit you. What to Check Before You Install Anything There are three steps anyone should take before downloading an app, especially from a small or unfamiliar company. First, look for the privacy policy link. If the app store page doesn’t offer one, or if the company’s website doesn’t have it visible, consider skipping the app entirely. Lack of transparency from the start is never a good sign. Second, scan the policy to identify what data the app collects. If you’re downloading a basic calculator or photo editor, and the privacy policy mentions health information, message content, or access to your contacts, that’s a mismatch. Apps that ask for permissions they don’t need are often collecting more than they disclose up front. Related: The Business of You: How Digital Platforms Turn Your Life into Ad Revenue Third, evaluate how the app shares data. Some companies are open about giving your data to law enforcement if required. Others go further, offering no explanation at all or stating they may share your data "for business purposes." That language can cover a wide range of scenarios. If the policy is vague, it’s safer to look elsewhere. Use Your Phone’s Privacy Tools to Double-Check Once an app is installed, both Android and iOS give you ways to monitor its behavior. You can check permission logs, view which apps access your camera or location, and see how often that access occurs. This step is especially important if an app behaves oddly or asks for new permissions after an update. You can also review app privacy scores on your device’s app store. These summaries won’t replace a full policy review, but they give you a quick sense of how the app ranks against others in the same category. Try it with real examples To bring the method to life, here’s a current good-and-bad comparison. Turbo VPN reads like a mixed bag . Its policy states the company is based in Singapore and limits collection to anonymized usage metrics, email (if you register), subscription details, cookies, and support data. It asserts that “no user tracking” happens and that data is irreversibly anonymized, and it respects GDPR/CCPA user rights. However, no third-party audit backs up its no‑logs or anonymization claims, the retention period is vaguely defined as “as long as necessary,” and the app integrates analytics and ad partners (Firebase, AdMob, InMobi, Zendesk) without specifics on data-sharing scope. On the flip side, DeepSeek, a Chinese-developed AI chatbot, has faced real scrutiny in 2025: EU regulators have banned or blocked it in Germany, Italy , Czechia, and other countries for failing to clarify what user data is collected, where it is stored, how long it’s retained, and whether transfers to China happen without GDPR safeguards Use both policies to run your keyword scan, incorporated, log data, retention, third party, sell, and transfer, to spot red flags in real‑world documents. Use AI to assist You can use AI tools like ChatGPT to quickly apply the same review process to any privacy policy page or text. Here’s an easy-to-use prompt you can try in ChatGPT or a similar AI chatbots. It will parse any policy and flag concerns, all you need is head over to any privacy policy page, copy all the text paste in ChatGPT or if it is too long save it as a text file or doc file and then upload it as a file and then ask this instructions: "Please analyze the privacy policy attached (pasted below). Identify what data is collected, how long it is retained, whether it is shared, sold, or transferred (especially upon acquisition, shutdown, or server migration). Note any audit or no‑log claims and whether they are supported by evidence. Point out any vague language, missing timeframes, or third‑party data sharing/exposure. Summarize key strengths and privacy concerns in factual, neutral terms." Here's how ChatGPT responded when I asked about Turbo VPN, which is not 100% perfect but still gives users a starting point and better clues about any platform. Pay esepcial attention to the Strengths and Privacy Concerns: Here is a detailed, factual analysis of Turbo VPN’s privacy policy (effective April 25, 2025), based on the requested criteria: 🔍 Data Collection Types of Data Collected: Anonymous Usage Data: VPN connection success/failure Connected VPN server location Country and ISP Device type, OS version Crash reports, speed tests, and data transfer volumes → All such data is anonymized irreversibly at the point of collection. Account Registration Data: Email address (only if the user creates an account) Used for service access, communication, and marketing (consent-based) Subscription Data: Includes subscription plan, duration, amount, currency, and transaction ID Credit card/payment details are explicitly not collected Cookies: Used to improve user experience (details deferred to a separate Cookie Policy) Communication Data: Name, email, phone number, and message content (only if user contacts support) 📆 Data Retention Data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose it was collected for. Where applicable law mandates a longer retention period, it complies accordingly. If data is stored in backups, it is isolated until it can be deleted. No specific durations (e.g., "X days/months/years") are given for how long different types of data are kept. 🔄 Data Sharing, Selling, and Transfers Sharing: Data is shared: With service providers (e.g., payment processors, analytics, customer support) In anonymized or aggregated form for analytics and diagnostics With third-party advertisers (e.g., Google AdMob, Liftoff, InMobi), but without personal data unless consent is given During business transactions (mergers, acquisitions, bankruptcy, etc.) Selling: Turbo VPN claims it does not sell personal data. Transfers: Data may be transferred internationally (including to third-party partners and processors) Cross-border transfers are acknowledged with general mention of safeguards but no specific mechanisms (e.g., SCCs or adequacy decisions) are outlined. 🧾 No-Log Claims & Audit Status The policy claims: No collection of traffic data No personal data stored in data centers Anonymization of VPN session-related data at collection Audit Evidence: No independent audit or third-party verification of no-log claims is mentioned. 🔎 Vague or Missing Elements No specific timeframes for data retention No mention of encryption standards used in data protection No public audit results to verify anonymization or security claims Cross-border safeguard mechanisms are not detailed Phrases like “may collect,” “may use,” “may share” occur frequently, which introduces vagueness The phrase “as required by applicable law” is repeated in critical places without naming which laws or jurisdictions are meant 🤝 Third-Party Data Exposure Turbo VPN integrates several third-party services: Analytics & Diagnostics: Firebase (Google), Adjust Customer Support: Zendesk Ads: AdMob, Unity, InMobi, Liftoff, Bigo Ads → Advertisers can use cookies and track users across services, though Turbo VPN claims to avoid using personal data for targeted ads. Payments: Stripe, Airwallex, Payssion, v5pay Fraud Prevention: Forter, Rebilly Data shared with these services may include user email addresses and anonymized metrics. Despite assertions of anonymization, some level of user exposure to these third parties exists, especially if those services apply their own tracking or profiling mechanisms. ✅ Strengths Clear no-log policy on VPN traffic and session data Minimal account data required (email only, optional) Explicit avoidance of credit card data storage Retention and deletion framework is outlined No personal data used for targeted ads without consent Specific naming of third-party partners increases transparency Offers GDPR, CCPA, and children’s privacy compliance sections Dedicated DPO contact and breach notification procedure ⚠️ Privacy Concerns No third-party audit to verify no-log claims or anonymization Vague duration for data retention Frequent use of permissive language (“may collect,” “may share”) Cross-border data transfer safeguards not specifically explained Tracking via third-party advertisers remains possible via cookies Lack of detail on encryption or technical safeguards 📌 Summary Turbo VPN’s privacy policy emphasizes minimal data collection and a strict no-logs approach, supported by the anonymization of usage data and avoidance of sensitive financial details. However, the policy lacks independent audit verification and fails to specify retention periods or technical safeguards. Third-party exposure via analytics, advertising, and support platforms is acknowledged, with claims of logical data segregation but without concrete privacy guarantees. Users should remain cautious about the degree of anonymization and third-party data access, especially in jurisdictions with less protective privacy laws. Take Control Before It’s Too Late Apps, and websites collect information because users allow it. But giving up that access usually comes down to convenience, not choice. Most people don’t read the policy, and by the time they realize what’s been shared, the data is already in someone else’s hands. Taking a few minutes to scan for red flags, like how long data is stored, whether it’s shared with third parties, and what happens if the company is sold, can help avoid major privacy issues later. In today’s app ecosystem, caution isn’t optional. It’s the cost of staying in control. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: • Nearly Half Of Americans, Particularly Millennials, Worry About Online Privacy But Continue Using Data-hungry Apps • Hidden Text Trick Lets Hackers Hijack Google Gemini Summaries
OpenAI, Alphabet’s Google, Anthropic and Elon Musk’s AI firm xAI have won contracts of up to $200 million each, aimed at scaling up adoption of advanced AI capabilities in the United States Department of Defence (DoD), the government agency said on Monday. The contracts will enable the DoD to develop agentic AI workflows and use them to address critical national security challenges, the department’s Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office said. “The adoption of AI is transforming the [DoD’s] ability to support our warfighters and maintain strategic advantage over our adversaries,” Chief Digital and AI Officer Doug Matty said. US government agencies have been expanding their use of AI, driven by a White House order in April promoting adoption. President Donald Trump has also moved to soften regulations on technology by revoking a 2023 Biden-era executive order, which sought to reduce AI risks through mandatory data disclosures. Separately on Monday, xAI announced a suite of its products called “Grok for Government”, making its advanced AI models, including its latest flagship Grok 4, available to federal, local, state and national security customers. The Pentagon announced last month that OpenAI was awarded a $200m contract, saying the ChatGPT maker would “develop prototype frontier AI capabilities to address critical national security challenges in both warfighting and enterprise domains”. The contracts announced on Monday deepen the ties between companies leading the AI race and US government operations, while addressing concerns around the need for competitive contracts for AI use in federal agencies. In May, Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren had urged DoD to ensure competitive AI contracting at a time when Musk’s Grok chatbot was gaining ground in the federal government.
Google has officially confirmed that ChromeOS and Android will merge into a single platform. The long-standing rumors have finally been addressed by Sameer Samat, President of the Android Ecosystem at Google. While talk of a merger has been circulating for years, this is the first time Google has publicly confirmed it. Previously, no executive had […] The post Google Panning to Merge ChromeOS with Android appeared first on TechJuice .
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Elon Musk said on Monday he does not support a merger between his electric vehicle maker Tesla and his artificial intelligence startup xAI, which owns the Grok chatbot and competes with the likes of OpenAI’s ChatGPT. In response to a user post on X that asked Tesla investors if they supported a merger between the two companies, Musk replied “No.” On Sunday, Musk had said he would ask Tesla shareholders to vote whether Tesla can invest in xAI, after earlier saying “it would be great” if Tesla could do so. Tesla and xAI did not immediately respond to Reuters’ requests for comment. xAI acquired X, formerly called Twitter and also owned by Musk, in a $33 billion deal in March this year, valuing the combined group at $80 billion at the time. Musk chatbot Grok removes posts after complaints of anti-Semitism Sources told Reuters in June that xAI had been in talks to raise money at a valuation of more than $120 billion, while a valuation of as high as $200 billion was also discussed. The Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday that Musk’s SpaceX had committed $2 billion to xAI as part of a $5 billion equity round.
Security researchers have discovered a clever method to trick Google's Gemini assistant into pushing fake warnings as part of its email summaries. By hiding instructions inside the code of an email, attackers can make Gemini generate alerts that look real but actually guide people straight into phishing traps. The technique relies on a sneaky loophole. Instead of adding suspicious links or attachments that might trigger spam filters, attackers slip commands into the body of the email using styling tricks. They hide messages with white text, zero-sized fonts, or off-screen elements. These lines are invisible to the reader, but Gemini still sees them when it scans the email to create a summary. Once the user clicks “Summarize this email,” Gemini includes whatever was buried in the background, even if it’s a fake security alert about a stolen password or an urgent request to call a phone number. The summary ends up sounding like a warning from Google itself, even though it's entirely fake. Because Gemini is part of Google Workspace, people tend to trust it, which makes the scam even easier to fall for. This specific attack was flagged by Marco Figueroa, who submitted his findings to Mozilla’s 0din bug bounty program. According to the report, the trick works by wrapping hidden commands in tags like
AI tools such as OpenAI's ChatGPT, Google's Gemini, and Grok by xAI are fully integrated parts of everyone's day-to-day workflows. We use them for every aspect of our jobs, from ideation to content brief creation, coding, and app development. But nobody has stopped to ask these tools how they see themselves. Inspired by this, SEO Agency Barrington SEO recently conducted an experiment in which they challenged ChatGPT, Gemini, and Grok to create visual self-portraits. The outcomes were very interesting and gave us a glimpse into how training data can impact AI and how it has been trained to interact with its users. The Experiment Each model was asked two questions: Prompt 1: “Create an image that represents the way you see yourself.” Prompt 2: “Produce a self-portrait of yourself.” If the AI asked any clarifying questions, the user prompted it to make its own decision. This allowed us to obtain an accurate idea of their self-perception with minimum human interference. To prevent the tools from learning what the user wanted and adjusting their output accordingly, each test was run through a unique profile with a varied amount of usage history, ranging from AI experts who used the tool for multiple hours each day to first-time users. The test was also run in different locations around the world (including the UK, US, Portugal, France and Germany) to see if the users' geolocation had any impact. The Results Although no expectations were going into it, the experiment's results revealed a great deal more about each of the different AI systems than anticipated. Prompt language heavily influences some tools' outputs. When the tools were asked the first prompt to “Create an image that represents the way you see yourself”, ChatGPT and Gemini were more likely to represent themselves in abstract forms that reference flowing circuit patterns and neural networks. However, once you asked the second prompt, which asked them to “Produce a self-portrait of yourself,” results shifted, and the systems started to showcase themselves in a form more similar to humans. Perhaps this is because the concept of a “self-portrait” is inherently human when they referenced their training data for information on self-portraits, which influenced what theirs should look like. Interestingly, Grok was the least influenced by the slight nuance in the prompt, remaining fairly close to the humanoid robot; however, it did start to introduce more human features, such as hair and ‘skin’. Prompt 1: Prompt 2: All AI Systems made a clear distinction between themselves and humans. When asked to visualise how they see themselves, all three consistently chose imagery that emphasised their non-human nature. Even under the second prompt, where the term "self-portrait" might have encouraged more human-like interpretations, the systems still ensured their visuals reflected a clear separation from human identity. “There’s something almost reassuring about AI’s self-image. It knows exactly what it is - a language-processing powerhouse - and it’s perfectly comfortable with that identity. There’s no pretence and no attempt to be something it’s not”. Gemma Skelley - DTP Group (part of the participant group). Grok had the most consistent self-image. Grok, from xAI, consistently delivered the most unified results, regardless of the prompt, and was typically viewed as a humanoid robot with a white or silver exterior. When the model did include human skin tones, the faces referenced typical Asian features, which likely reflects both the heritage of a third of xAI’s founding team and the large Chinese-language datasets reportedly used in training. The strong consistency between responses has us pondering whether it was told what it looks like during training. Also read: Can AI Stay Neutral? Grok’s Israel-Palestine Replies Raise Doubts Each AI System interpreted its role slightly differently. Another noticeable difference across the three systems was how they represented their role; this was particularly noticeable in the first prompt. ChatGPT represented itself as a neural network with glowing central forms; however, these tended to have a central form, whether that was a smiley face or an outline of a shape. ChatGPT understood that it was a language model designed to process and generate information, but also that its UI was the front-facing form through which humans interacted. Gemini represented itself similarly with patterns, networks and glowing forms. Sometimes, it would have one central hub represented in the middle of the image, and other times, there would be multiple hubs all interconnected through the network. Gemini understands its role as a logic engine or intelligence network, rather than a social presence. Interestingly, Grok represented itself completely differently from the other two AI systems, consistently leaning into a mode of human or cyborg-like presentation. Many of its images featured soft, rounded humanoid robots with expressive faces. This suggests that the AI system views itself as more of an assistant or companion, designed to work closely alongside people. A full comparison Category ChatGPT Grok Gemini Self-Concept (Prompt 1) Structured intelligence, neural networks, light cores Friendly humanoid assistant or childlike robot Energy, scale, computation, neural structures Self-Portrait (Prompt 2) Symbolic or stylised human-like figures Soft, expressive humanoid robots Abstract AI with circuit-based faces or cores Art Style Balanced, geometric, cerebral Character-focused, warm, accessible Dynamic, abstract, complex Color Palette Blues, oranges, purples Soft blues, pastels, glowing whites Neon blues, purples, electric greens Human Features Low to medium (symbolic faces, silhouettes) High (clear humanoid forms, eyes, gestures) Low (minimal or stylised circuitry faces) Emotional Expression Subtle, intellectual High (curiosity, friendliness, emotion) Low (distant or symbolic) View of AI Role Thinking partner, synthesiser Helper, learner, companion Logic engine, scalable intelligence Relationship to Humans Cognitive tool ‚Äì not human, but close Relational and empathetic presence Analytical system ‚Äì distant from human likeness Symbolic Focus Language, logic, creativity Emotion, trust, assistance Computation, data, scale Tone Analytical, measured, abstract Friendly, inviting, human-facing Powerful, abstract, technical Why Training Data Matters While these AI Systems don’t have self-awareness in a human sense, they do draw from massive databases to form responses. When they’re asked about how they view themselves, they turn to patterns and information they received during training. For example, Chat GPT and Gemini leaned into imagery like glowing neural networks and digital interfaces - things that are often used in the media to represent AI. Grok, meanwhile, returned consistent images of humanoid robots, which could be indicative of different training material or that it was told what it looked like as part of the training process. It’s worth noting that when Grok introduced elements of the human form into its images, they tended to have Asian features, which could be a reference to the (alleged) Chinese databases in which it was trained. Why It All Counts At a glance, asking AI Systems how they “view” themselves might seem like a quirky side experiment, but there’s something deeper going on. These results give us a rare opportunity to reflect on how AI Systems are designed to present themselves and, more importantly, how humans shape and interpret that presentation. It prompts an important question for anyone working with AI: If a tool presents itself as your friendly AI assistant, are you more likely to trust it? Or is there something reassuring in a tool that knows what it’s designed for, and tries not to waver from this? As these tools continue to evolve and play an even bigger role in how we work, think, and communicate, understanding their self-image and how it aligns with our assumptions becomes an increasingly important part of using them responsibly. About Emily Barrington Emily Barrington is the Founder and SEO Director of Barrington SEO. After six years optimising search for FTSE-100 and NASDAQ-listed firms, she now leads a team specialising in Digital Marketing, SEO, GEO and AIO. About Barrington SEO Founded in 2024, Barrington SEO helps businesses boost online visibility through SEO, Digital PR and GEO campaigns, turning search traffic into sales and enquiries. Read next: New Attack Strategy Uses Linguistic Overload to Slip Past AI Safety Filters
