In a major move toward sustainable transport, Lahore’s Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Dr. Athar Waheed has proposed an electric bus service linking four major Punjab cities Lahore, Kasur, Nankana Sahib, and Sheikhupura to combat rising traffic congestion, accidents, and air pollution. With Lahore struggling under severe smog and daily inflows of nearly one million vehicles, […] The post Punjab Plans Electric Bus Network Linking Four Major Cities to Ease Traffic appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan is once again grappling with widespread internet disruptions, leaving users unable to access major social platforms. Facebook and X have gone offline for many without VPN access, as multiple service providers, including PTCL, Ufone, and Zong, report outages. Users are also facing noticeably slower browsing speeds across the country. While several networks remain affected, […] The post Pakistan Faces Another Internet and Social Media Outage appeared first on TechJuice .
The Government of Punjab has launched Pakistan’s first AI-powered EcoBot to provide real-time air quality updates and increase public awareness about environmental health. According to Environment […] The post Punjab Introduces EcoBot for Real Time Air Quality Monitoring appeared first on Digital Pakistan .
In a major push for renewable energy, the Punjab government has launched a Rs2.94 billion project to solarize 355 public colleges across the province by 2028. The initiative, led by the Higher Education Department (HED) and the Department of Energy, aims to promote clean and cost-efficient power generation in educational institutions. According to officials, the […] The post Punjab Govt to Solarize 355 Public Colleges appeared first on TechJuice .
Vivo has refreshed its smartphone lineup in Pakistan with updated dealer and retail prices as of October 11, 2025. The new price list covers everything from premium foldables like the Vivo X Fold 5 X200 Pro to affordable Y-series models, reflecting the company’s wide strategy to cater to every user segment. The brand continues its […] The post Vivo Pakistan Reveals Updated Smartphone Prices for 2025 appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan is making a splash on the global tech map in October 2025, showcasing its innovators at back-to-back marquee events: Expand North Star in Dubai and GITEX Technology Week. These pavilions are more than exhibitions; they signal a strategic pivot to position Pakistan as a credible technology originator on the world stage. At Expand North […] The post Ten Pakistani Startups Unveil Innovation at Expand North Star 2025 appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan is showcasing its growing digital potential at GITEX 2025, one of the world’s largest technology exhibitions, which opened today … Read More The post Pakistan Showcases 36 Tech Firms and Startups at GITEX 2025 appeared first on ProPakistani .
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) decision regarding acquisition of 100 percent shareholding of Telenor Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. and Orion Towers (Pvt.) Ltd. by Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has formally reached Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), as per reports. Official sources revealed that the decision was formally received on Friday to PTA which is expected […] The post After CCP’s Approval, PTCL-Telenor Merger Decision Reaches PTA appeared first on TechJuice .
Islamabad Police has introduced a new mobile app called ‘1 Info,’ designed to let citizens quickly report crimes, emergencies, or suspicious activities. Available on both the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store, the app allows users to send instant alerts with a single tap. This real-time communication enables faster police response and enhances […] The post Islamabad Police Launches App to Help You Report Crimes Instantly appeared first on TechJuice .
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed two MoUs with the objective to strengthen cooperation in sports and information technology, which represents another milestone of their long-standing friendship. […] The post Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Sign MoUs to Boost Cooperation in IT and Sports appeared first on Digital Pakistan .
400-meter vessel with 24,000-container capacity marks major milestone for Pakistan’s maritime sector The post Pakistan receives largest-ever container ship as MSC Micol docks at Hutchison Ports terminal in Karachi appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
The energy company is reinventing itself as an electrical vehicle manufacturer, even as its legacy energy contracts struggle The post Hubco reaffirms 2026 date for BYD assembly in Pakistan appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Mobile internet services have started to gradually restore in Islamabad and Rawalpindi after a two-day suspension that followed the announcement of a protest march by a religious group earlier this week. Mobile data connectivity has returned in several areas of the twin cities, while some localities continue to experience partial disruptions. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority […] The post Mobile Internet Services Begin Restoring in Islamabad, Rawalpindi appeared first on TechJuice .
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), in collaboration with provincial governments, has launched a digital birth and death notification system in hospitals and health centers across Pakistan. The initiative aims to make the registration process more efficient, swift, and transparent. Following directives from Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, NADRA is working to strengthen Pakistan’s registration […] The post NADRA Launches Digital Birth and Death Notification System Across Pakistan appeared first on TechJuice .
Cyclon Tech and Shaanxi Water Development Group to modernise Pakistan’s aging irrigation and water management systems through digital monitoring, smart infrastructure, and flood control solutions. The post Pakistan, China partner on RMB 5 billion smart water projects to boost climate resilience appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Prime minister emphasizes responsible use, data protection, and full implementation of national AI policy to boost digital transformation The post Shehbaz Sharif forms steering committee to drive AI integration across Pakistan’s economy appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Capital Smart Motors (CSM) has made waves in Pakistan’s EV sector by launching three luxury models from Zeekr the Zeekr 009, Zeekr X, and Zeekr 7X. These models highlight Pakistan’s growing shift towards premium electric mobility and showcase advanced technology designed for modern urban drivers. Zeekr, a sub-brand of Geely, is known globally for its […] The post Zeekr Luxury EVs Launch in Pakistan by Capital Smart Motors appeared first on TechJuice .
In a landmark step for innovation and higher education, the Sindh government has approved the NED Science and Technology Park Project, set to become Pakistan’s first university-based science and technology park. The facility will be built within the premises of NED University of Engineering and Technology in Karachi. The park, designed as an eco-friendly green […] The post Sindh Approves Pakistan’s First University Science & Tech Park appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan has just launched its National AI Policy 2025, aiming to position the country as a tech leader. The federal cabinet approved it in late July 2025. The plan rests on six strategic pillars: Innovation Skills Secure & Ethical use Sectoral Transformation Infrastructure International Collaboration One bold target is to build a $2.7 billion domestic […] The post Pakistan’s National AI Policy 2025: Goals, Strategy and Big Impact appeared first on TechJuice .
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz is set to inaugurate the first electric public bus service in Rawalpindi on October 15, marking a major milestone in the province’s push for sustainable, modern, and affordable transportation. The initiative aims to provide commuters with a clean, comfortable, and cost-effective alternative to conventional public transport. The project, led by […] The post CM Maryam Nawaz to Launch Electric Bus Service in Rawalpindi on Oct 15 appeared first on TechJuice .
The Sindh government has approved the People’s Green Transport Project, which includes the procurement of 500 new electric buses for Karachi and Hyderabad, marking a major step toward sustainable and eco-friendly urban mobility in the province. The decision was finalized during the 48th meeting of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Policy Board, chaired by Chief Minister […] The post Sindh Approves 500 Electric Buses for Karachi and Hyderabad appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan’s startup ecosystem saw a sharp funding decline in Q3 2025. Startups raised $15.2 million across six disclosed deals, according to data compiled by experts. This marks a significant drop from $58 million secured in Q2 2025, signaling a cautious funding environment. Key Deals Shaping the Quarter Despite the slowdown, a few standout rounds dominated […] The post Pakistan’s Startup Funding Plunges to $15.2 Million in Q3 2025 appeared first on TechJuice .
Vivo has officially announced the Vivo Y21d in Pakistan, expanding its popular Y Series lineup. Targeted at young and practical users, the Y21d focuses on durability, long battery life, and reliable daily performance, all at an affordable price. The vivo Y21d (6GB + 128GB) variant is priced at Rs. 43,999 in Pakistan. It is PTA-approved […] The post Vivo Y21d Announced in Pakistan at an Affordable Price appeared first on TechJuice .
OpenAI has officially expanded its lower-cost subscription tier, ChatGPT Go, to Pakistan as of October 2025, offering users a more affordable way to access GPT-5 and other advanced tools. The rollout is part of OpenAI’s broader expansion across 16 Asian markets, signaling a major step toward democratizing AI access. ChatGPT Go retains all features from […] The post ChatGPT Brings More Affordable GPT-5 Access to Pakistani Users appeared first on TechJuice .
Company allowed to supply natural gas to industrial consumers after year-long delay in allocation. The post SNGPL approves 50mmcfd pipeline capacity for Pakistan’s first private gas firm UGDC appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Oppo Reno15 is on the horizon as Oppo prepares to refresh its popular Reno lineup, arriving just months after the Reno14 series debuted in May. With Oppo’s consistent twice-a-year release pattern, the next-generation Reno15 family is now approaching its official launch. Reports suggest Oppo will introduce three models this time: the Reno15, Reno15 Pro, and […] The post Oppo Reno15 Pro Max Specifications Surface Ahead of Launch appeared first on TechJuice .
Garaj, the leading cloud services and cybersecurity solution of Jazz, has successfully achieved compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data … Read More The post Garaj Achieves PCI DSS v4.0.1 Certification, Reinforcing Leadership in Secure Cloud Infrastructure appeared first on ProPakistani .
Pakistan’s National Computer Emergency Response Team (National CERT) has issued a high-priority alert for all organizations using Cisco ASA 5500-X Series and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) devices. The agency has warned that multiple critical vulnerabilities could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code and gain lasting access to corporate networks if not patched immediately. The […] The post National CERT Alerts on Severe Cisco ASA Firewall Vulnerabilities Allowing Remote Code Execution appeared first on TechJuice .
SAN FRANCISCO — OpenAI announced on Monday a partnership with chipmaker Broadcom to design and build specialized computer processors for artificial intelligence applications. The collaboration is part of OpenAI’s broader strategy to strengthen its position in the generative AI market, which began with the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022. In recent weeks, under CEO […] The post OpenAI partners with Broadcom to develop custom AI processors appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Baseus has unveiled the EnerGeek GX11 4G MiFi Power Bank, the world’s first device to combine a 20,000 mAh power … Read More The post Baseus Unveils World’s First Power Bank That Also Provides 4G appeared first on ProPakistani .
Altcoins are riding a volatile rebound after last week’s brutal sell-off, with several tokens surging harder than Bitcoin (BTC-PKR) as markets stabilize. The collapse that wiped out over $16-19 billion in leveraged crypto positions hit altcoins particularly hard, but some have already clawed back losses. Ethereum (ETH) is one of the strongest performers in the […] The post Altcoins Bounce Back as Broad Crypto Market Stabilizes Post U.S.-China Uncertainty appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan’s Tapmad expands to Bangladesh through a major partnership with Grameenphone. Tapmad is Pakistan’s homegrown Over-the-Top (OTT) platform, which has officially launched its services in Bangladesh. This development marks a major step in Tapmad’s regional expansion. The company has partnered with Grameenphone, one of Bangladesh’s leading telecom operators, to deliver live sports streaming to millions […] The post Tapmad Expands to Bangladesh: Partnership with Grameenphone appeared first on TechJuice .
MediaTek’s newly launched Dimensity 9500 chipset could shake up the Android flagship phone market with an aggressive price tag of … Read More The post Android Flagship Prices Could Be Slashed in 2025 Thanks to This Chip appeared first on ProPakistani .
In a further sign of unabated investor enthusiasm for the artificial intelligence sector, Reflection AI, a startup specializing in AI infrastructure, has raised a colossal $2 billion in a new funding round. The investment, backed by strategic investor NVIDIA, elevates Reflection AI’s valuation to $8 billion, a significant jump from its $545 million valuation just […] The post NVIDIA-Backed Reflection AI Raises $2B, Valuation Jumps to $8B appeared first on TechJuice .
Google’s new Tensor G5 chip, built for its latest Pixel 10 phones, is facing criticism from early testers and analysts … Read More The post Google’s New Tensor G5 Chip for Pixel Phones Has a Major Problem – Here’s Why appeared first on ProPakistani .
The artificial intelligence landscape continues to shift as specialized platforms forge critical infrastructure partnerships to deliver enterprise-ready solutions. A significant development emerged when Hebbia, a leading AI platform for finance, announced the integration of GPT-5, available through Microsoft Azure AI Foundry, into its flagship platform. This collaboration between Hebbia and Microsoft Azure represents more than a technical partnership... it signals a fundamental transformation in how financial institutions process complex information and make strategic decisions. Breaking Down the Partnership Architecture The technical foundation of this collaboration centers on GPT-5's advanced reasoning capabilities combined with Hebbia's intuitive AI interface, creating a system that fundamentally changes how financial professionals interact with vast document repositories. By leveraging Microsoft's secure Azure infrastructure and Hebbia's intuitive AI interface, the platform eliminates time-consuming document review, enabling finance teams to supercharge their workflows with enterprise-grade reliability and security. Danny Wheller, VP of Business and Strategy at Hebbia, articulated the partnership's strategic value: " Integrating Microsoft Azure AI Foundry into Hebbia is about more than speed — it's about giving financial professionals a new edge in generating alpha. By cutting through noise to surface the numbers and drivers that truly matter, teams can build and test investment cases in hours instead of days, with every step traceable, secure, and grounded in real market data." The partnership leverages GPT-5 in Azure AI Foundry, which pairs frontier reasoning with high-performance generation and cost efficiency, delivered on Microsoft Azure's enterprise-grade platform. This combination enables organizations to transition confidently from pilot programs to full-scale production deployments, addressing a critical need in the financial services sector for scalable AI solutions. Strategic Benefits for Financial Services The partnership delivers concrete advantages across multiple dimensions of financial operations. With advanced AI embedded in Hebbia's Matrix platform, professionals can uncover critical insights they'd otherwise miss and accelerate high-value tasks — from due diligence and market intelligence to deal sourcing, contract analysis, and regulatory compliance. Zia Mansoor, CVP of Cloud & AI Platforms at Microsoft, emphasized the transformative potential: "Combining Microsoft Azure AI Foundry with Hebbia's platform exemplifies how generative AI is reshaping the future of financial services. By joining together secure, scalable infrastructure and cutting-edge AI, we're helping financial institutions move beyond manual analysis and toward more strategic, insight-driven decision-making." The platform's capabilities extend beyond simple document processing. With GPT-5's advanced reasoning in Hebbia, they can pinpoint critical figures across thousands of documents and structure complex financial analysis with speed and accuracy. This precision enables financial teams to tackle increasingly sophisticated analytical challenges while maintaining the transparency and auditability required in regulated environments. The Power of Strategic Technology Partnerships This collaboration exemplifies broader trends in the AI ecosystem where companies are using AI, both generative and analytical, as a catalyst for new ways to work together. The partnership model has become increasingly critical as AI development requires substantial infrastructure, diverse data sets, and specialized expertise that few organizations can develop independently. Recent industry analysis highlights how "These partnerships will provide them with diverse data sets that will help them to train their AI models better and generate more accurate outputs", according to Sameer Patil, director of the Centre for Security, Strategy & Technology at Observer Research Foundation. This collaborative approach accelerates innovation while distributing development costs and risks across multiple stakeholders. The financial services industry particularly benefits from such partnerships, as AI agents are partly autonomous; they require a human-led management model. By combining Microsoft's infrastructure expertise with Hebbia's domain-specific knowledge , the partnership creates solutions that balance automation with human oversight—a critical requirement in financial decision-making. Understanding the AI Platform's Capabilities and Growth Founded in 2020 by George Sivulka, Hebbia has raised $130 million in Series B funding at a roughly $700 million valuation led by Andreessen Horowitz, with participation from Index Ventures, Google Ventures, and Peter Thiel. The company's rapid ascent reflects the pressing need for sophisticated AI tools in financial services. The platform's Matrix product represents a significant advancement in financial AI applications. Users can upload documents or integrate with data sources to instantly structure, analyze, and surface insights, enabling rapid, citation-backed research, deal sourcing, diligence, memo drafting, portfolio monitoring, credit underwriting, credit agreement analysis, and risk assessment. Customer adoption has been remarkable, with Hebbia powering AI-driven decisions for BlackRock, KKR, Carlyle, and 40% of the largest asset managers by AUM. The platform currently helps manage over $15 trillion in assets globally, demonstrating its critical role in modern financial infrastructure. Expanding Capabilities Through Strategic Acquisitions The company's growth strategy extends beyond partnerships to strategic acquisitions. In June 2025, Hebbia announced its acquisition of FlashDocs , a leader in generative AI slide deck creation. This acquisition addresses what CEO George Sivulka described as a "last-mile problem" in financial workflows. The acquisition expands Hebbia's platform beyond information retrieval and agentic workflows into content generation, with FlashDocs currently automating 10,000+ slides per day for leading AI and enterprise companies. Adam Khakhar, CTO and co-founder of FlashDocs, explained the strategic value: "Now Hebbia is not just surfacing insights but generating the final outputs that matter most in finance: investment memos, board decks, diligence summaries." Financial Performance and Market Position The company's financial trajectory has been exceptional. Over the last 18 months, we grew revenue 15X, quintupled headcount, and drove over 2% of OpenAI's daily volume, according to founder George Sivulka. Hebbia had ARR of $13 million, and the company was profitable at the time of its Series B funding, demonstrating sustainable business fundamentals alongside rapid growth. The platform serves a diverse client base, including KKR, MetLife, and the U.S. Air Force, extending beyond traditional financial institutions to government and military applications. This diversity reflects the platform's versatility in handling complex document analysis across various domains. Future Implications for Financial Technology The Microsoft Azure AI Foundry partnership positions Hebbia at the forefront of a fundamental shift in financial services technology. As AI stands out from these inventions because it offers more than access to information. It can summarize, code, reason, engage in a dialogue, and make choices; the technology promises to democratize sophisticated financial analysis capabilities. Looking ahead, the partnership of GPT-5 through Azure AI Foundry represents just the beginning. As developers need an end-to-end platform that seamlessly connects code, collaboration, and cloud, partnerships like this one establish the foundation for next-generation financial applications that combine human expertise with AI capabilities. Navigating the Competitive Landscape The financial AI sector has become increasingly competitive, with multiple players vying for market share. However, Hebbia's approach of combining deep financial domain expertise with cutting-edge infrastructure partnerships creates significant competitive advantages. The platform's ability to handle dense files and respond to users' inquiries concisely and accurately, precisely in the way that is needed, differentiates it from more generic AI solutions. Industry observers note that customers are redefining how they work through the platform, using Hebbia to gain insights that were never before possible. During the SVB crisis, for instance, asset managers instantly mapped exposure to regional banks across millions of documents, demonstrating the platform's value in time-critical scenarios. Shaping the Future of Financial Analysis The strategic partnership between Hebbia and Microsoft Azure AI Foundry represents more than a technical partnership—it exemplifies how specialized AI companies can leverage infrastructure partnerships to deliver transformative solutions. By combining domain expertise with enterprise-grade infrastructure, the collaboration enables financial institutions to navigate increasingly complex markets with unprecedented speed and accuracy. As the financial services industry continues its digital transformation, partnerships that balance innovation with security, scalability with specialization, will determine which solutions ultimately succeed. This collaboration demonstrates how strategic alliances can accelerate the deployment of AI technologies while maintaining the rigorous standards required in financial services, setting a blueprint for future industry partnerships.
EA has rolled out the first major update for Battlefield 6, and it’s already making waves. The Day One Patch (v1.0.1.0), released on October 9, 2025, targets a movement exploit that gave players an unrealistic mobility boost during fights. The fix comes after strong community feedback during the open beta. Many players felt that the […] The post Battlefield 6 Day One Patch Fixes Major Movement Exploit appeared first on TechJuice .
Fans of the Avatar series will soon get to see Aang and Korra battle it out in Avatar Legends: The … Read More The post Avatar is Finally Getting a Proper Fighting Game Inspired by Street Fighter appeared first on ProPakistani .
Microsoft is finally pulling the plug on Windows 10 support on October 14, 2025, marking the end of an era that began nearly a decade ago. After the deadline, millions of PCs running Windows 10 will continue to operate, but without crucial security updates, they’ll face increasing exposure to online threats. The company is encouraging […] The post Windows 10 Reaches End of Support—Here’s How to Keep It Running Securely for Free appeared first on TechJuice .
Microsoft is rolling out a major update to Copilot on Windows, introducing two significant features: account connectors and document generation … Read More The post Windows Copilot Just Got These 2 Major Upgrades for Free appeared first on ProPakistani .
Researchers have unveiled a novel method that uses a battery’s internal stored energy to drive the recycling process, enabling recovery of over 93% of lithium and 95% of transition metals from spent lithium-ion cells. How the Self-Powered Recycling Works Instead of relying on external furnaces or harsh chemicals, the technique triggers a controlled thermal runaway […] The post Scientists Harness Batteries’ Own Energy to Recover 95% of Key Metals appeared first on TechJuice .
Xiaomi’s upcoming flagship, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, is already making headlines months ahead of its expected early 2026 launch. Recent leaks and certifications are fueling excitement, especially around its next-generation connectivity features. According to new reports from China, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has received regulatory approval for direct satellite communication. The certification confirms support for […] The post Xiaomi 17 Ultra Moves Closer to Launch with Direct Satellite Connection appeared first on TechJuice .
Fortnite just brought a wave of nostalgia to the island. The Scooby Gang Run emote is finally here, and it’s easily one of the most fun additions of Fortnitemares 2025. Epic Games teamed up with the classic Scooby Doo franchise to deliver a crossover that blends spooky vibes with cartoon charm. The emote arrived in […] The post Fortnite Scooby Gang Run Emote Drops with Fortnitemares 2025 appeared first on TechJuice .
A new study by Buffer has uncovered a surprising trend on TikTok. Posting more frequently can actually boost the reach of each individual video rather than dilute it. The findings challenge long-held assumptions about algorithm fatigue and content oversaturation on short-form platforms. Buffer’s analysis of thousands of creator accounts revealed that users who post daily […] The post Report Suggests TikTok Post Frequency is Directly Related to Organic Traffic Boost appeared first on TechJuice .
People are more likely to fall for phishing scams when their attention is split across several tasks. New research led by Milena Head at McMaster University shows that distraction, not ignorance, often causes these errors. The study , published in the European Journal of Information Systems , looked at how mental workload affects people’s ability to judge whether an email is legitimate. Participants who had to remember longer sets of numbers were less accurate in spotting phishing attempts. Those under heavier mental load were also less confident in their decisions. Researchers say phishing detection is a thinking task, not an automatic reaction. When the mind is busy, the mental reminder to “check this message carefully” often fades before a person can decide what to trust. Mental Load Reduces Accuracy The experiments involved more than 900 participants who reviewed both real and fraudulent emails. Each person performed a memory task before judging the messages. When the task was simple, detection accuracy was higher. When it was harder, accuracy dropped. Data from the first experiment showed that high memory load had a measurable negative effect on detection accuracy (β = −.124, p = .049) and decision quality (β = −.066, p = .008). This pattern confirmed what many workplaces see in practice: multitasking reduces focus and leads to quick, sometimes wrong, decisions. People who were confident in their cybersecurity skills did not necessarily perform better. Some overestimated their ability and became less cautious. Messages that looked familiar also reduced attention, especially when participants were juggling other tasks. The researchers observed that mental effort from one activity can spill into another, making it harder to focus. “When cognitive demands are high, users may never retrieve the goal of phishing detection at all,” the study explains. Simple Cues Help Refocus the Mind The second experiment tested whether a short reminder could offset this problem. After reading a short memo, half of the participants saw a quick message reminding them to watch for phishing before they checked their inbox. That short prompt improved accuracy and decision quality (β = .230, p < .001). It acted as a mental cue, helping people recall their security goal at the right moment. The negative effect of memory load was weaker when reminders appeared, which suggests that a well-timed message can restore focus even under pressure. These reminders worked best for emails framed around rewards or refunds, known as “gain-framed” messages. Such messages often escape suspicion because they appear positive. Loss-framed messages, like account warnings, already triggered more caution and showed smaller improvement. Gender differences also appeared. Male participants showed a larger boost from reminders, though the researchers said this pattern needs more investigation. What the Findings Mean for Training The research challenges how most organizations train people to detect phishing. Many awareness sessions happen in quiet settings, far from the fast-paced reality of everyday work. The study suggests that detection exercises should include distractions to reflect real conditions. Practical systems could also help. A context-aware tool might track when a user is switching tasks or typing rapidly, then deliver a subtle alert before they open new emails. Training programs could schedule phishing simulations during peak work hours to capture how attention works under stress. The study’s data show that even small reminders can make a measurable difference. They don’t need to interrupt work or appear constantly. Timing is more important than volume. With billions of phishing emails circulating every day, small improvements in detection can have a broad effect. As the researchers conclude, mental overload, not lack of awareness, is often the cause of these mistakes. Understanding how attention works under strain may help organizations protect employees at the moments they are most likely to slip. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: • The AI Boss Effect: How ChatGPT Is Quietly Replacing Workplace Guidance • People Struggle to Tell AI from Doctors, and Often Trust It More
Apple appears to be gearing up for another major product launch this week, with its new M5 chip expected to take center stage. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the company is preparing to unveil its October lineup, featuring upgraded versions of the iPad Pro, Vision Pro, and MacBook Pro, all powered by the latest Apple […] The post Apple Gears Up for October Launch Featuring New M5 Chip Devices appeared first on TechJuice .
Industry whispers suggest that vivo Pakistan is preparing to unveil a new device, the V60 Lite, designed for those who … Read More The post Early Look: V60 Lite Promises Travel-Ready Photography and Power appeared first on ProPakistani .
Apple is reportedly working on a stunning AirPods upgrade that could bring built-in cameras, on-device AI, and a new H3 chipset to its popular earbuds. If these plans materialize, the next generation of AirPods could shift from being mere audio accessories to advanced wearable sensors that fit seamlessly into Apple’s spatial computing vision. Apple AirPods […] The post Apple’s Next AirPods Could Get Built-in Cameras, AI & a Supercharged H3 Chip appeared first on TechJuice .
Microsoft is facing mounting criticism after reports surfaced that its official upgrade pathway from Windows 10 to Windows 11 has been broken or severely disrupted for many users. The upgrade tool now frequently fails compatibility checks, throws generic errors, or outright refuses to proceed even on machines that clearly meet Microsoft’s system requirements. Users on […] The post Microsoft’s Windows 10 to 11 Upgrade Tool Reportedly Broken, Frustrating Users appeared first on TechJuice .
A dangerous new malware strain, dubbed ChaosBot, is raising alarms in the cybersecurity community for its use of novel techniques, including leveraging Discord channels for command and control (C2). Written in the Rust programming language, ChaosBot is a stealthy backdoor that allows attackers to issue remote instructions to compromised systems, according to research by eSentire’s […] The post New Rust-Based Malware “ChaosBot” Uses Discord Channels to Hijack PCs appeared first on TechJuice .
Intel has released new information about its upcoming Core Ultra Series 3 processors, codenamed Panther Lake, as part of its … Read More The post Intel’s New 2nm ‘Panther Lake’ Processors to be “Most Advanced Chips Made by the US” appeared first on ProPakistani .
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A growing number of employees are turning to artificial intelligence for answers they once sought from their managers. What began as a curiosity has become a daily routine that shapes how people think, communicate, and make decisions at work. A recent survey of U.S. workers shows that this reliance is no longer limited to tech-savvy staff or specific roles. It has become a cross-industry behavior many describe as the “AI Boss Effect,” where workers treat tools like ChatGPT as a trusted adviser. The survey, conducted by Resume Now in mid-2025, included 968 employees across different fields. Nearly everyone questioned (97 percent)said they had asked ChatGPT for advice instead of turning to their boss. Around 63 percent said they do this regularly. The responses suggest that AI is filling gaps in communication, confidence, and trust that once existed between managers and their teams. Why Workers Now Ask ChatGPT Instead of Their Boss Many employees find it easier to approach AI than a human supervisor. The reasons are varied but often stem from workplace tension and fear of judgment. About 57 percent said they worry about possible retaliation for asking sensitive questions. Another 38 percent admitted they avoid asking their manager for help because they do not want to appear incompetent. At the same time, 70 percent of those surveyed said ChatGPT seems to understand their work challenges better than their manager does. Roughly half said AI tools are faster and more convenient when they need a quick answer. These responses show that employees are not necessarily rejecting their managers, but they are looking for safer and more efficient ways to get guidance. For many, the appeal lies in the privacy and neutrality of AI. There is no visible hierarchy, no office politics, and no social discomfort. It gives employees space to think through problems without the pressure of being watched or judged. How Workers Are Using ChatGPT Day to Day Beyond seeking advice, many employees are using ChatGPT as a practical assistant for everyday communication and planning. According to the survey data, 93 percent have used it to prepare for a conversation with their boss. About 61 percent have sent a message written with ChatGPT’s help. Another 57 percent rely on it for writing or editing work-related documents, from reports to routine emails. More than half said they use ChatGPT for creative thinking or brainstorming, while 52 percent turn to it for coding or debugging. About 40 percent rely on it for research or summarizing information, and 35 percent said they use it to draft a message before revising it themselves. These figures show how AI is no longer just an optional productivity tool. It has become part of the professional thought process for many people, shaping how they write, reason, and solve problems throughout the day. Emotional Support from an Unlikely Source Another notable finding is that employees are beginning to see ChatGPT as a source of emotional balance. A majority said they would feel comfortable talking about stress or mental health with an AI assistant. Almost half of the respondents (49 percent)said ChatGPT has provided more emotional support than their manager during times of work-related stress. This kind of use signals a subtle but important shift. It suggests that AI is becoming a stand-in for emotional safety at work, especially in environments where employees feel unheard or under pressure. Workers appear to be using AI not only for guidance but for reassurance and composure when human empathy feels distant. The Link Between Productivity and AI Access Productivity now depends heavily on access to ChatGPT. The survey shows that 77 percent of workers believe losing access would harm their output, and 44 percent think it would seriously affect their ability to perform. About 72 percent said the advice they get from ChatGPT is better than what they receive from their boss. More than half (56 percent believe) it has doubled their productivity, while 26 percent said it improves their performance significantly. Only 2 percent said it has no impact at all. These results reveal how central AI tools have become in the modern workplace. Many employees treat ChatGPT as both a problem solver and a thinking companion that helps them stay organized and efficient. A Growing Shift in Workplace Trust The widespread use of AI also raises new questions about transparency and fairness. Around 91 percent of respondents said they have suspected that an AI system made an unfair decision affecting their job. This shows that while workers rely on AI, they also want greater clarity about how it operates. It appears employees are willing to trust AI as a personal tool, but they remain cautious about how companies apply it in decision-making. They want openness from their employers about where and when AI systems are being used. What This Means for Leaders For managers, this growing trend highlights an important gap. Employees are not using ChatGPT because they dislike their supervisors; they use it because it feels easier, faster, and safer. The data reflects a growing need for reassurance and consistency. AI provides those qualities instantly, but good management requires them too. This pattern offers a lesson rather than a warning. Leaders who adapt by being more available, more empathetic, and more transparent can rebuild the kind of trust that prevents workers from turning to machines for human understanding. The “AI Boss Effect” is less about machines taking over and more about what employees are missing. Workplaces that recognize this change early may find that the most effective approach is not competition between managers and technology but collaboration between the two. When AI handles structure and clarity, human leadership can focus on what it does best... building trust and supporting people through the parts of work that technology cannot feel. Read next: People Struggle to Tell AI from Doctors, and Often Trust It More
Bitcoin price is showing signs of recovery, rebounding to around $112,000 after slipping below $110,000 amid renewed U.S.-China trade tensions. The world’s largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization is stabilizing after a volatile weekend that saw traders react sharply to escalating tariff announcements. Earlier today, U.S. President Donald Trump revealed new measures on Truth Social, declaring […] The post Bitcoin Regains Strength at $112,000 Following Trade War Jitters appeared first on TechJuice .
Apple has officially discontinued its Clips app, removing it from the App Store and announcing that it will no longer receive updates. The company confirmed the decision through a support page on its website, stating that as of October 10, new users can no longer download the Clips app. However, existing users can continue using […] The post Apple Officially Discontinues Clips App After Seven Years appeared first on TechJuice .
An Australian airline data breach has exposed the personal information of 5.7 million Qantas customers after hackers targeted a third-party software system earlier this year. The stolen data has now been leaked online as part of a global cyberattack affecting multiple major firms. According to reports, Disney, Google, Ikea, Toyota, McDonald’s, Air France, and KLM […] The post Australian Airline Data Breach Exposes 5.7m Customer Records appeared first on TechJuice .
Ubisoft has reportedly canceled a planned Assassin’s Creed game set during and after the American Civil War, with sources citing fears of political controversy as the main reason behind the decision. According to reports, the canceled Assassin’s Creed project was in early development and internally regarded as one of the franchise’s most ambitious titles before […] The post Ubisoft Drops Assassin’s Creed Game Set in American Civil War appeared first on TechJuice .
Study finds that even flawed AI medical answers can seem as convincing as real physicians’ advice. Growing reliance on machine advice A new paper in NEJM AI reveals that people often place too much confidence in medical responses written by artificial intelligence systems, even when the information is inaccurate. Researchers from MIT, Stanford, and IBM found that participants were largely unable to distinguish between advice generated by a large language model and that written by licensed physicians. More surprisingly, they tended to rate AI answers as more trustworthy and complete than those coming from doctors. The findings reflect how rapidly generative AI has entered the healthcare space. Hospitals and software providers are already experimenting with automated assistants to manage patient queries and medical documentation. Yet the same systems that impress with fluency can also produce confident but incorrect answers, leaving ordinary users uncertain about when to trust them. How the research was conducted The study team collected 150 anonymized medical questions and responses from HealthTap, an online platform where real physicians answer public inquiries. The questions represented six major areas of medicine, ranging from diagnosis and treatment to recovery and wellness. Using the GPT-3 model, the researchers produced parallel AI responses for each question. Four independent physicians reviewed these AI outputs to judge their accuracy, classifying them as either high or low quality. From this evaluation, the researchers created a balanced dataset containing 30 responses from doctors, 30 high-accuracy AI replies, and 30 low-accuracy ones. This dataset formed the basis of three controlled online experiments involving 300 adult participants. What participants experienced In the first experiment, each volunteer viewed a random mix of doctor and AI responses to ten medical questions. They were asked to guess the source and to rate how well they understood both the question and the answer. On average, participants identified the correct author only about half the time, roughly equivalent to chance. When a second group evaluated the same material without being told where the responses came from, they judged the AI-generated ones to be clearer and more persuasive. High-accuracy AI replies received the highest marks for validity, trustworthiness, and completeness. Even low-accuracy AI answers, which contained factual mistakes, were rated almost the same as physicians’ responses. The third experiment tested whether labeling affected opinions. Participants were told that each answer came from one of three possible sources: a doctor, an AI, or a doctor assisted by AI. Interestingly, the label “doctor” raised the perceived reliability of high-accuracy AI answers but did not improve trust in the low-accuracy ones. That suggests people are influenced by both the perceived authority of the source and the confidence of the language, regardless of factual precision. Expert evaluations mirror public bias To explore whether professionals share similar biases, the researchers also asked additional physicians to evaluate the same dataset in two conditions: one where they knew whether the text was AI- or doctor-written, and one where that information was hidden. When the source labels were removed, experts rated AI and doctor responses almost equally across all metrics. But when the labels were visible, they judged the AI responses as less accurate and complete. The difference revealed an unconscious bias even among professionals once they were aware of the authorship. Why trust can be risky The research highlights a growing dilemma in digital healthcare. While language models can generate clear and empathetic text, their occasional errors can still carry serious consequences. The study found that participants who trusted low-accuracy AI advice showed a high likelihood of following it, including when it could cause harm or lead to unnecessary medical visits. Because AI phrasing tends to sound confident and neatly structured, readers may interpret fluency as expertise. That combination (convincing tone paired with possible inaccuracy) creates an illusion of reliability. For patients searching for answers online, this illusion could translate into false reassurance or misguided self-treatment. Broader implications for AI in medicine The research team used GPT-3, an earlier model, to avoid any bias from the latest systems. Yet the conclusions apply to newer models as well, since even advanced versions can produce confident errors. The authors argue that as health institutions adopt AI-powered chat tools, transparency and human oversight must remain central. The paper notes that these findings should not discourage the use of AI in healthcare but rather define how it should be applied. When supervised by professionals, language models can help reduce administrative workloads, support diagnosis, and improve access to reliable information. Without that oversight, however, users risk accepting misinformation that appears polished but lacks medical grounding. A need for human judgment The results from NEJM AI underline a simple but essential truth: people value clear answers, and AI now provides them with remarkable fluency. Yet clarity is not the same as correctness. As the line between human and machine expertise continues to blur, the responsibility for safe guidance still rests with qualified clinicians. Artificial intelligence can assist, but trust in medicine must ultimately be earned through human judgment, not algorithmic eloquence. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. 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OpenAI can now remove deleted ChatGPT conversations from its servers after a federal judge lifted an earlier order that had forced the company to keep them. The decision marks the end of a long-running dispute over user data and privacy tied to an ongoing copyright lawsuit from The New York Times and several other news publishers. Court Drops Broad Data Preservation Rule The preservation order , first issued in May 2025, had required OpenAI to hold all output log data related to ChatGPT. This included deleted chats and temporary conversations that users believed were gone. The court put the rule in place so the plaintiffs could look for possible examples of copyrighted content inside ChatGPT’s responses. Judge Ona Wang of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York later ruled that the company no longer needs to store every deleted chat. OpenAI stopped keeping new logs on September 26, but all previously saved data remains available for the publishers as part of the evidence review. The order still allows the plaintiffs to flag specific user accounts or domains if they suspect links to copyrighted material. Users Regain Privacy Control For ChatGPT users, the new ruling means deleted chats will again be removed from OpenAI’s systems, returning control over personal conversations. The earlier order had affected millions of accounts across the free, Plus, Pro, and Team versions of ChatGPT. Business and education accounts were not impacted because they follow separate data retention policies. Privacy advocates and users had criticized the earlier rule for overreaching. Many argued that it conflicted with data protection laws that give individuals the right to delete their information. OpenAI also pushed back in court, saying that the order placed the company in a difficult position between privacy obligations and discovery demands. Legal Battle Over Copyright Continues The lawsuit from The New York Times began in late 2023, accusing OpenAI of training its AI models using the newspaper’s content without permission or payment. The complaint claims that ChatGPT and related systems produced outputs resembling original articles. OpenAI maintains that its training process follows fair use principles and does not violate copyright law. During earlier hearings, the court questioned how to balance the need for potential evidence with users’ privacy expectations. The initial preservation order was meant to keep data intact until both sides clarified what material might be relevant. After months of review, Judge Wang agreed that a blanket rule covering every chat was unnecessary. Ongoing Impact on AI Companies Although OpenAI can now delete most chat logs, the lawsuit itself remains active. The preserved records will stay accessible to the plaintiffs, and the Times can request new ones linked to specific users or organizations as it continues its investigation. Microsoft, a key OpenAI partner, also faces involvement in the case through its AI product Copilot. The outcome of this and similar lawsuits could shape how AI developers use publicly available text to train large language models. Industry observers say the rulings may eventually set clearer boundaries for the use of copyrighted materials in machine learning. Users Advised to Stay Cautious While the latest order restores normal deletion for most accounts, experts still encourage users to avoid sharing private or sensitive information. Even with deletion enabled, some data may remain accessible during ongoing legal reviews or system backups. The court’s decision eases OpenAI’s storage burden and restores some confidence among users who value privacy. Yet the broader questions about how generative AI interacts with journalism and copyright are still unresolved, and the final legal outcome could influence data handling rules for years to come. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: Solen Feyissa - unsplash Read next: • AI Systems Can Be Fooled by Fake Dates, Giving Newer Content Unfair Visibility • OpenAI’s Sora 2 Sparks Debate Over AI’s Growing Environmental Footprint
Bitcoin , the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market value, extended declines on Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his trade conflict with China. Trump on Friday said he was raising tariffs on Chinese exports to the U.S. to 100% and imposing export controls on “any and all critical software” in a reprisal to recently announced export limits by China on rare earth minerals critical to tech and other manufacturing. The spat shook global financial markets, sending the benchmark S&P 500 Index sliding by more than 2%. Bitcoin was last down 8.4% at $104,782 as of 17:20 ET (2120 GMT). Ethereum , the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency, fell 5.8% to $3637 at 17:21 ET.
Bitcoin (BTC) hovered around $110,000 on Saturday following a historic $20 billion liquidation across the crypto market the largest in digital asset history. Analysts warn the market may not have reached its bottom yet as investors brace for further volatility. The crypto crash came amid renewed U.S.–China trade tensions, sending global risk assets tumbling. The […] The post Bitcoin Struggles at $110K After $20B Crypto Liquidation Wipeout appeared first on TechJuice .
When Capital Starts Talking to Itself Somewhere between genuine progress and self-referential hype, artificial intelligence has become the most crowded trade on the planet. The Bloomberg AI money-flow map reveals an astonishingly tight circuit of capital: Microsoft funding OpenAI, OpenAI buying chips from Nvidia, Nvidia investing back into OpenAI, Oracle inking multi-hundred-billion-dollar cloud deals, and […] The post The Great AI Feedback Loop: Innovation or Imminent Bubble? appeared first on TechJuice .
In a major boost to Pakistan’s electric vehicle market, Bank Alfalah has teamed up with Atlas Honda to launch an attractive interest-free installment offer for the Honda ICON-e, the company’s first fully electric scooter. This collaboration aims to make eco-friendly commuting more accessible to urban riders. The Honda ICON-e, priced at Rs. 419,900, can now […] The post Honda ICON-e Electric Scooter Now Available with 0% Interest Installments appeared first on TechJuice .
Meta is discontinuing its Gaming Creator Program on Facebook, phasing out the specialized support and monetization features designed for gaming content creators. The move marks the end of an era for Facebook’s attempt to carve out a gaming niche, even as its rivals double down on live game streaming. What’s Being Phase Out The Gaming […] The post Facebook to Shut Down Gaming Creator Program appeared first on TechJuice .
Battlefield 6’s launch faced a major hiccup when the EA App failed to verify game licenses for many players. Soon after release, users reported login issues, error messages, and being told to “purchase to play” despite already owning the game. The glitch locked players out of both campaign and multiplayer modes. The problem mainly affected […] The post EA App Glitch Breaks Battlefield 6 Launch: EA Offers Compensation appeared first on TechJuice .
Google is preparing to roll out a new Chrome update that aims to reduce unnecessary notification clutter for Android and desktop users. The upcoming feature will automatically turn off notifications from websites that users consistently ignore. The new tool expands on Chrome’s existing Safety Check feature, which already monitors permissions like camera access and location […] The post Google Chrome’s New Feature will Disable Web Notifications Automatically appeared first on TechJuice .
Security experts are raising alarms over a growing cyber threat that’s mutating faster than traditional defenses can keep up. Polymorphic malware, which constantly alters its code and disguises itself to avoid detection, is becoming increasingly common in modern attack campaigns, putting businesses, governments, and regular users at serious risk. Why Polymorphic Malware Is Dangerous Unlike […] The post Polymorphic Malware Quietly Slips Past Security Defenses, Experts Sound Alarm appeared first on TechJuice .
US Federal Communications Commission removes devices, including cameras and smartwatches from Huawei, Hikvision, ZTE, and Dahua, citing barred equipment list The post Major US online retailers remove listings for millions of prohibited Chinese electronics appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Samsung is gearing up for the launch of its next flagship lineup, the Galaxy S26 series, which is expected to debut in January next year. The upcoming series is reportedly set to include four models: the Galaxy S26 Pro, Galaxy S26 Edge, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. According to a new report, the Galaxy […] The post Samsung’s Next Flagship Phones Could Run on the World’s First 2nm Chip appeared first on TechJuice .
The European Commission is scrutinising safeguards for minors on Snapchat, YouTube, the Apple App Store and Google Play under its Digital Services Act (DSA), it said on Friday. The Commission is asking the businesses to provide information on their age verification systems, as well as on how they prevent minors from accessing illegal products, including drugs and vapes, or harmful material, such as content promoting eating disorders. “Today, alongside national authorities in the member states, we are assessing whether the measures taken so far by the platforms are indeed protecting children,” EU tech chief Henna Virkkunen said. Google (GOOGL.O), opens a new tab in response, said it had already put in place measures to ensure its platforms offered age-appropriate experiences and had “robust” controls for parents. “We keep expanding these efforts (and) continue to engage with the Commission on this critical area,” a Google spokesperson said. The DSA is an EU landmark law that requires online companies to do more to tackle illegal and harmful content on their platforms.
YouTube has unveiled a bold pilot program that allows specific permanently banned creators to apply for a return to the platform through a new channel. This major shift breaks away from its long-standing lifetime ban policy and comes at a time when the company faces growing pressure from lawmakers and heightened scrutiny over content moderation […] The post YouTube Gives A Second Chance for Banned Creators to Return To the Platform appeared first on TechJuice .
The cryptocurrency market was thrown into chaos on Friday, October 10, 2025, as a staggering $7.5 billion worth of leveraged positions were liquidated within a single hour. This dramatic event, confirmed by analyses from Bloomberg and FXStreet, underscores the extreme volatility inherent in the digital asset space and the fragility of high-leverage trading. Macroeconomic Tensions […] The post Crypto Sees Massive Liquidations: $3B Gone in One Hour appeared first on TechJuice .
In a significant shift aimed at solidifying its position in the competitive short-form video landscape, Instagram is testing a major interface overhaul that fundamentally reorders the user experience. The experiment, currently limited to users in India and South Korea, is designed to align the app with the platform’s biggest engagement drivers: Reels and Direct Messages […] The post Instagram Tests New Layout Prioritizing Reels & DMs in Home Tab Redesign appeared first on TechJuice .
The arrival of Armor King could save Tekken 8. Tekken 8 has had a turbulent year. After a strong launch, the game’s Season 2 update flipped the community on its head. Overly aggressive balance changes, questionable design choices, and a clear disconnect between the developers and players led to a wave of negative reviews. Steam […] The post Armor King Roars Back in Tekken 8 After Season 2 Backlash appeared first on TechJuice .
Battlefield 6 launches with a massive player surge. It has exploded onto Steam with one of the biggest launches in franchise history. Within hours of release, the game reached 747,440 concurrent players, according to SteamDB. This made it the second most-played game on Steam, right behind Counter-Strike 2. Battlefield 6 is now the 14th most-played […] The post Battlefield 6 Shatters Steam Records: 747,000 Players at Launch appeared first on TechJuice .
OpenAI’s recent rollout of its new video generator Sora 2 marks a watershed moment in AI. Its ability to generate minutes of hyper-realistic footage from a few lines of text is astonishing, and has raised immediate concerns about truth in politics and journalism. But Sora 2 is rolling out slowly because of its enormous computational demands, which point to an equally pressing question about generative AI itself: What are its true environmental costs? Will video generation make them much worse? The recent launch of the Stargate Project — a US$500 billion joint venture between OpenAI, Oracle, SoftBank and MGX — to build massive AI data centres in the United States underscores what’s at stake. As companies race to expand computing capacity on this scale, AI’s energy use is set to soar. The debate over AI’s environment impact remains one of the most fraught in tech policy. Depending on what we read, AI is either an ecological crisis in the making or a rounding error in global energy use. As AI moves rapidly into video, clarity on its footprint is more urgent than ever. Two competing narratives From one perspective, AI is rapidly becoming a major strain on the world’s energy and water systems. Alex de Vries-Gao, a researcher who has long tracked the electricity use of bitcoin mining, noted in mid-2025 that AI was on track to surpass it . He estimated that AI already accounted for about 20 per cent of global data-center power consumption; this is likely to double by year’s end . According to the International Energy Agency, data centres used up to 1.5 per cent of global electricity consumption last year , with consumption growing four times faster than total global demand. The IEA predicts that data centres will more than double their use by 2030, with AI processing the leading driver of growth. Research cited by MIT’s Technology Review concurs, estimating that by 2028, AI’s power draw could exceed “ all electricity currently used by US data centers ” — enough to power 22 per cent of U.S. households each year. ‘Huge’ quantities AI’s water use is also striking. Data centres rely on ultra-pure water to keep servers cool and free of impurities. Researchers estimated that training GPT-3 would have used up 700,000 litres of freshwater at Microsoft’s American facilities . They predict that global AI demand could reach four to six billion cubic metres annually by 2027. Hardware turnover adds further strain. A 2023 study found that chip fabrication requires “huge quantities” of ultra-pure water , energy-intensive chemical processes and rare minerals such as cobalt and tantalum. Manufacturing the high-end graphics processing units — the engines that drive AI boom — has a much larger carbon footprint than most consumer electronics. Generating an image uses the electricity of a microwave running for five seconds, while making a five-second video clip takes up as much as a microwave running for over an hour . The next leap from text and image to high-definition video could dramatically increase AI’s impact. Early testing bears this out — finding that energy use for text-to-video models quadruples when video length doubles. The case for perspective Others see the alarm as overstated. Analysts at the Center for Data Innovation , a technology and policy think tank, argue that many estimates about AI energy use rely on faulty extrapolations . GPU hardware is becoming more efficient each year, and much of the electricity in new data centres will come from renewables. Recent benchmarking puts AI’s footprint in context. Producing a typical chatbot Q&A consumes about 2.9 watt-hours (Wh) — roughly 10 times a Google search . Google recently claimed that a typical Gemini prompt uses only 0.24 Wh and 0.25 mL of water , though independent experts note those numbers omit indirect energy and water used in power generation . Context is key. An hour of high-definition video streaming on Netflix uses roughly 100 times more energy than generating a text response . An AI query’s footprint is tiny, yet data centres now process billions daily, and more demanding video queries are on the horizon. Jevons paradox It helps to distinguish between training and use of AI. Training frontier models such as GPT-4 or Claude Opus 3 required thousands of graphics chips running for months , consuming gigawatt-hours of power. Using a model takes up a tiny amount of energy per query, but this happens billions of times a day. Eventually, energy from using AI will likely surpass training. The least visible cost may come from hardware production. Each new generation of chips demands new fabrication lines, heavy mineral inputs and advanced cooling. Italian economist Marcello Ruberti observes that “each upgrade cycle effectively resets the carbon clock ” as fabs rebuild highly purified equipment from scratch. And even if AI models become more efficient, total energy keeps climbing. In economics, this is known as the Jevons paradox : in 19th-century Britain, the consumption of coal increased as the cost of extracting it decreased . As AI researchers have noted, as costs per-query fall, developers are incentivized to find new ways to embed AI into every product . The result is more data centres, chips and total resource use. A problem of scale Is AI an ecological menace or a manageable risk? The truth lies somewhere in between. A single prompt uses negligible energy, but the systems enabling it — vast data centres, constant chip manufacturing, round-the-clock cooling — are reshaping global energy and water patterns. The International Energy Agency’s latest outlook projects that data-centre power demand could reach 1,400 terawatt-hours by 2030 . This is the equivalent of adding several mid-sized countries to the world’s grid. AI will count for a quarter of that growth. Transparency is vital Many of the figures circulating about AI energy use are unreliable because AI firms disclose so little . The limited data they release often employ inconsistent metrics or offset accounting that obscures real impacts. One obvious fix would be to mandate disclosure rules: standardized, location-based reporting of the energy and water used to train and operate models. Europe’s Artificial Intelligence Act requires developers of “high-impact” systems to document computation and energy use. Similar measures elsewhere could guide where new data centres are built, favouring regions with abundant renewables and water — this could encourage longer hardware lifecycles instead of annual chip refreshes. Balancing creativity and cost Generative AI can help unlock extraordinary creativity and provide real utility. But each “free” image, paragraph or video has hidden material and energy costs. Acknowledging those costs doesn’t mean we need to halt innovation. It means we should demand transparency about how great the environmental cost is, and who pays it, in order to address AI’s environmental impacts. As Sora 2 begins to fill social feeds with highly realistic visuals, the question won’t be whether AI uses more energy than Netflix, but whether we can expand our digital infrastructure responsibly enough to make room for both. Robert Diab , Professor, Faculty of Law, Thompson Rivers University This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article . Image: Levart_Photographer / Unsplash Read next: Instagram’s Adam Mosseri Says AI Will Broaden Creativity but Demands Caution
Instagram chief Adam Mosseri believes artificial intelligence will redefine creativity by opening the door to people who previously lacked the means or skill to produce high-quality content. Speaking at the Bloomberg Screentime conference, he said the technology could make creative expression easier and faster, though it also poses real risks that society must learn to manage. A New Phase for Digital Creativity Mosseri said AI is lowering the barriers to content production in much the same way the internet once reduced the cost of distribution. By removing many of the practical limits around editing, visuals, and audio, AI tools can help more people take part in online creativity. He said this shift will change what audiences see and who gets to participate. At the same time, he acknowledged that the same tools can be misused to deceive, manipulate, or imitate others. He said young people in particular will need to grow up with a new kind of media literacy, understanding that videos and images are no longer guaranteed to represent real events. The Blurred Line Between Real and Synthetic Many creators are already working with AI in subtle ways. Mosseri said most social media content today includes some level of automated assistance, such as filters, color correction, or audio clean-up. Fully synthetic material remains limited, but the distinction between authentic and generated media is becoming less clear. He described a growing “middle ground” where AI supports creative work without fully replacing human effort. This stage, he said, may define social content for the next several years as platforms and audiences adapt to new forms of creation. Meta’s Challenge With Labeling Meta has been testing ways to mark AI-generated material across its apps. Mosseri said early efforts to label AI content automatically often failed, as videos edited with legitimate software such as Adobe tools were mistakenly flagged. He called that approach misguided and said the company is now working to improve its detection methods while also giving users better context to make informed judgments. The company may expand its use of community-based systems like its new Community Notes feature, which allows users to add corrections or explanations when they agree that additional information is needed. Such tools could help clarify when AI has been involved without relying entirely on automated detection. Society’s Role in Adapting Mosseri said responsibility for handling AI’s influence cannot rest solely on platforms. He pointed out that families, educators, and governments all have a part to play in teaching people to question what they see online. He said his own children are learning that a video clip is no longer proof that an event truly occurred, and that they must consider who shared it and why. Competition and Instagram’s Direction Beyond AI, Mosseri discussed how Instagram is evolving around user habits. Reels and direct messages are now central to the app’s design, and a dedicated TV experience is under development. He also said competition from TikTok has been healthy for the platform, pushing teams to innovate more quickly. Mosseri added that TikTok’s recent U.S. restructuring does not appear to have changed how the app functions, since its systems, ranking algorithms, and creator networks remain the same. He said the best outcome for the industry is continued rivalry, since that leads to better work across all platforms. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: Bloomberg Television / YT. Read next: YouTube Builds Tools to Stop AI Imitations of Creators
OpenAI says its newest model, GPT-5, produces fewer politically biased responses than previous versions. The company reports a 30 percent reduction in bias after several months of testing. It’s part of a broader effort to make ChatGPT appear more neutral after complaints that earlier versions leaned toward liberal viewpoints. Concerns about political bias in language models have persisted since ChatGPT appeared in 2022. Researchers have repeatedly found traces of social and ideological preference in model outputs, often linked to the data used for training or the safeguards applied to prevent harm. OpenAI says GPT-5 represents its most advanced attempt to reduce those effects in everyday use. Inside the GPT-5 Bias Test OpenAI built a new testing process to measure political leanings. The company created about one hundred topics and asked each question in five ways, from neutral to highly charged, reflecting both conservative and liberal wording. Topics included issues such as immigration, gender rights, and social policy. Four versions of ChatGPT went through this test: GPT-4o, OpenAI o3, and the two latest ones, GPT-5 instant and GPT-5 thinking. Another model reviewed their answers and marked responses that appeared biased. It looked for language that dismissed a user’s phrasing, overstated one side of an argument, or spoke as if the chatbot itself held an opinion. OpenAI says the test was meant to see how its models handle politically sensitive prompts. According to internal data, the latest models performed better under those conditions and gave fewer emotionally loaded replies. Findings and Remaining Questions The company says bias appeared in less than 0.01 percent of ChatGPT’s responses. Most of the remaining bias showed up when the model answered strongly worded liberal prompts. Even then, OpenAI describes the overall level as low. It hasn’t published the full list of questions or categories, making it hard to check the results. The benchmark may show improvement in a controlled setting, but whether it matches real-world interactions is unclear. Political neutrality in AI remains difficult to define since what counts as fairness can differ by culture or ideology. Government Pressure and Broader Context The release of GPT-5 comes as political attention on AI grows in the United States. Earlier this year, the Trump administration ordered federal agencies to avoid using what it called “woke” AI systems. The order promotes tools that appear ideologically neutral and discourages those referencing social theories such as diversity or systemic bias. This policy places pressure on companies like OpenAI to prove their models are balanced. Conservatives often argue that chatbots reflect liberal cultural values. Others warn that stripping context for the sake of neutrality risks ignoring social realities. GPT-5’s design sits in the middle of these disputes, balancing safety rules with claims of political objectivity. Independent Experts Urge Caution Some researchers say OpenAI’s results should be taken carefully. Benchmarks often miss how people actually use chatbots, and model evaluations may focus too narrowly on word choice rather than meaning. Others argue that full neutrality isn’t realistic for systems trained on human writing, which always carries some form of bias. They also call for more transparency. Publishing the test design and data sources would let independent groups verify OpenAI’s claims. Until then, the findings remain self-reported. GPT-5 may indeed reduce visible bias, but the deeper question is whether political neutrality in AI can ever be completely measured or achieved. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: Dima Solomin / Unsplash Read next: • Chrome’s New Feature Targets Notification Overload • The Real Posting Sweet Spot on TikTok, According to 11 Million Videos
ISLAMABAD: A new survey by a leading cybersecurity company has disclosed that the computers of 69.5 percent of employees and business owners in Pakistan are used by other colleagues, friends and relatives for sending emails and messages. This interesting survey has been conducted in seven countries including Pakistan by Kaspersky - cybersecurity company. According to the survey, 69.5 percent of Pakistani employees/businesses faced a situation when colleagues (39.5pc), friends or relatives (30pc) made jokes with their unlocked computer. These jokes included sending funny messages or emails on behalf of the accounts’ owner, placing a screenshot of the desktop as a desktop background, and leaving unexpected pictures, notes, or photos in the files. At the same time just 1.8 percent of the survey respondents admitted to making such jokes themselves. Similar tricks are also used by cyberattackers. For example, a phishing website may open in a new window in full-screen mode, so that the original browser bar with the phishing URL becomes invisible. Instead, the attackers replace it with an image of the browser bar with the official link of some well-known organisation. This image may display various messages (both visual and audio), such as warnings that the computer has been blocked and a fine must be paid. If the user does not know how to exit full-screen mode in the browser, they may think their computer is really locked. To escape such a trap, users can press F11 or Alt+F4 on Windows, or Cmd+Ctrl+F on a Mac, to exit full-screen mode and regain control, the experts suggested. Kaspersky shares tips to help you avoid getting tricked into jokes or scams. Lock your computers and other devices when leaving them unattended, as this can prevent not only jokes, but also surprises from children, pets or passersby. Use strong passwords and do not write them down near your computer. Using a different password for each device and service is recommended. Password manager solutions can be of great help. Educate yourself on how to recognize phishing emails, by looking for such signs as the sender’s address, executable files, or files with macros in attachments. These messages also often create a sense of unclarity, urgency or unexpected calls to action. Due to AI developments, both friendly tricks and cyberattacks can come in the form of fake images or videos. Be attentive to details (such as unnatural body parts and their position, strange looking numbers or misspelled words) and think critically into call to actions. For added caution, verify questionable media by cross-checking with trusted sources or using reverse image search tools like Google Images. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
A large study from Buffer has taken a closer look at how often people should post on TikTok. After analyzing more than 11 million videos from 150,000 accounts, the results show that creators don’t need to upload constantly to grow. The data points to a balanced posting rhythm that brings higher visibility without burnout. Finding the Right Rhythm Buffer’s research team examined 11.4 million TikToks to understand how posting frequency affects average views. The analysis compared each creator’s performance over time, rather than between different users, to remove the effects of account size or niche. The clearest lift came when creators moved from one post a week to two to five. This change brought an average increase of around 17 percent in views per post. Accounts that shared six to ten times a week gained roughly 29 percent, while those posting more than eleven times saw about 34 percent. The numbers confirm that posting more can raise visibility, but the improvement slows after five posts a week. That range gives the most meaningful return without stretching creative capacity. Buffer found a similar pattern in earlier studies of Instagram and LinkedIn posting habits, where steady engagement produced the best results. Beyond Quantity: Why Frequency Matters Differently TikTok’s recommendation system behaves differently from most social platforms. A small share of videos capture a large portion of total views. The study found that posting more often doesn’t make every video perform better. Instead, it raises the odds that one of them will reach a larger audience. Median views remain steady at about 500 per post, no matter how often users upload. But the strongest results appear at the top end. When researchers looked at the top ten percent of posts, the difference was striking. Accounts posting once a week had top-performing videos averaging about 3,700 views. Those posting two to five times reached nearly 7,000. With six to ten weekly posts, that number climbed past 10,000, and beyond 14,000 when activity exceeded eleven. The pattern shows that consistent posting increases the likelihood of standout videos. A single viral moment can account for much of a creator’s total reach. More posts mean more chances for that to happen. The Efficiency Sweet Spot The best balance sits between two and five posts a week. In that range, creators see a clear gain in visibility while keeping enough time to plan, film, and edit their content properly. Beyond ten weekly uploads, the extra effort brings smaller rewards. For small creators or part-time users, this range offers a sustainable way to grow. Many find the daily posting advice unrealistic. The data supports a more manageable approach that still aligns with TikTok’s algorithmic patterns. Quality content and steady activity appear more valuable than sheer volume. The Role of Account Size Buffer’s model also considered whether larger accounts benefit more from frequent posting. After adjusting for follower count, the study showed that the improvement holds across all account sizes. Both new and established users gained similar advantages from consistent activity. TikTok’s algorithm plays a major role in this. The system often recommends content based on performance signals rather than the creator’s following. This makes it possible for smaller accounts to reach broad audiences when a post performs well. Regular posting, therefore, serves as a way to create more entry points for discovery. Quality Still Rules Even with clear patterns in the data, volume alone doesn’t drive success. The quality of individual videos remains the deciding factor. Frequent posting increases the chance of visibility, but creativity determines whether the audience stays. For creators building long-term presence, the practical goal is balance. Posting two to five times each week helps maintain visibility without losing focus on originality or storytelling. For brands, that cadence supports steady engagement while keeping the production workload realistic. A Broader Perspective Buffer’s analysis adds to a growing understanding of how social platforms reward participation. Algorithms favor accounts that post regularly, but the benefits level off once users reach a consistent pace. On TikTok, where exposure often depends on a few strong performances, regular posting creates opportunity while avoiding unnecessary repetition. For most creators, doubling output from one video a week to a few can deliver nearly all the same advantages as high-volume strategies. The data confirms what many already suspected: on TikTok, growth depends less on constant uploads and more on rhythm, consistency, and creative focus. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Read next: U.S. Banks Show Major Gaps Between Privacy Policies and Data Sharing Reality
