From Highways to High-Speed Networks When most people envision the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), they imagine highways, power plants, and seaports. Yet, hidden within the cranes […] The post The Digital Silk Road: CPEC And Pakistan’s Tech Future appeared first on Digital Pakistan .
Premier pushes for global standards and faster progress on flagship IT hub to boost jobs and digital growth The post Shehbaz orders rapid completion of Islamabad Technology Park within original timeline appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
VEON’s Київстар has completed the first Eastern European field test of Starlink’s Direct to Cell satellite technology, enabling messaging on standard 4G smartphones without additional hardware. […] The post Kyivstar Tests Starlink Direct to Cell in Ukraine appeared first on Digital Pakistan .
Private schools in Punjab have taken the summer vacation extension to court, challenging the provincial government’s decision to keep campuses shut for two more weeks. The All Pakistan Private Schools and Management Association (APPSMA) has moved to challenge the Punjab government’s extension of summer vacation, citing severe academic losses and limited time to complete the […] The post Punjab School Summer Vacation Extension Lands in Court appeared first on TechJuice .
Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan has announced a comprehensive auto sector tariff reduction plan aimed at strengthening the country’s automotive industry and boosting exports. The initiative, unveiled on Wednesday, follows a recent cut in US tariffs that has opened new opportunities for Pakistani auto exports. Five-Year Tariff Cut Roadmap Speaking at a meeting with key […] The post Govt Announces Auto Sector Tariff Reduction Plan appeared first on TechJuice .
The federal government has confirmed that an IMF delegation visit to Pakistan is scheduled for the upcoming economic review, with preparations now finalized. Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb told reporters that Pakistan has completed all necessary groundwork for the next review under the International Monetary Fund’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF). The IMF delegation visit to […] The post IMF Delegation Visit to Pakistan Set for Next Economic Review appeared first on TechJuice .
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has announced final amendments to the Public Offering Regulations, aimed at streamlining IPO processes, boosting transparency, and encouraging wider investor participation. The updated regime, which includes the Public Offering Regulations 2017 and the Public Offering (Regulated Securities Activities Licensing) Regulations 2017, covers the offering of equity securities, […] The post SECP Updates Public Offering Regulations appeared first on TechJuice .
A Pakistani student has made global headlines by leading her multinational team to victory at the AI4Good Incubator 2025, a global techthon that attracted participants from hundreds of countries. The five-day challenge tasked innovators with answering a key question: How can AI help accelerate the journey to net zero? Mahroosh Umer, an AS-level STEM student, […] The post Pakistani Student Shines at AI4Good Incubator appeared first on TechJuice .
The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet on Wednesday approved key economic measures, including developing an industrial estate at Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) land, facilitating leather exports, and granting funds for climate and media upgrades. Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb chaired the meeting in Islamabad. The ECC approved the industrial estate […] The post ECC Okays PSM Industrial Estate Development appeared first on TechJuice .
The Balochistan High Court (BHC) has directed Attorney General of Pakistan (AGP) Mansoor Awan and Balochistan Advocate General Adnan Basharat to respond to a petition challenging the Balochistan internet shutdown. The suspension of mobile data and internet services, announced last week to continue until August 31, has already been in place for over a month […] The post Court Grills Govt Over Balochistan Internet Shutdown appeared first on TechJuice .
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) now has the authority to access citizens’ internet use and phone call records during tax fraud probes. Internet service providers, telecom firms, and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) must share customer details when the FBR requests them. Tax commissioners can directly request subscriber names, call logs, technical usage data, […] The post FBR Can Now Access Your Internet and Call Data appeared first on TechJuice .
Google joined Pakistan’s Independence Day festivities with a special Doodle, transforming its homepage into a tribute to the nation. The artwork, featuring the national flag, marks Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day and reflects the spirit of unity and pride. The interactive doodle offers users a digital celebration, featuring patriotic songs, historical stories, rare archival footage, and […] The post Google Pakistan Independence Day Doodle Honors 78 Years of Freedom appeared first on TechJuice .
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has approved the request for non-collection of Right-of-Way (ROW) charges for development/installation of IT and IT related infrastructure/fiberization. In a notification, the CDA said that the approval was made in the light of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s directive. Meanwhile, Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima termed this development a “game changer for Pakistan’s broadband situation”. “It has begun! No more barriers to internet expansion! CDA has removed the right of way charges; next we it’ll be major federal entities. Portal already in place!“ she wrote on X.
An official audit has found that over 13,000 computer tablets, worth more than Rs360 million, are missing from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Elementary and Secondary Education Department. The tablets were initially issued for teacher training programs. The audit report states that 13,221 devices were not returned, while only 1,779 out of the 15,000 purchased tablets have […] The post Audit Finds Rs360 Million Worth of Tablets Missing in KPK Education Department appeared first on TechJuice .
The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Wednesday rejected a petition challenging the recent increase in private school fees. According to 24NewsHD TV, the court instructed the District Registration Authority to decide the matter within 21 days. Justice Khalid Ishaq heard the case filed by Muhammad Ayub and others. The petitioners argued that private schools raise […] The post LHC Dismisses Petition Against Private School Fee Hike appeared first on TechJuice .
The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (BIEK) has announced that the mark sheets for the Intermediate Part-II Science Pre-Medical Group Annual Examinations 2025 are ready for distribution. The result for the Pre-Medical Group was officially announced on August 9, 2025. According to the board, representatives of colleges and higher secondary schools can collect the mark […] The post How to Collect Your BIEK SSC Part 2 Result Mark Sheet appeared first on TechJuice .
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that the government will distribute 100,000 free laptops to deserving and high-achieving students across Pakistan. The selection will be strictly based on merit to ensure fairness and transparency. Speaking at an event in Islamabad on International Youth Day, he said the initiative aims to reward academic excellence and empower […] The post PM Shehbaz to Provide 100,000 Laptops to Students Across Pakistan appeared first on TechJuice .
Highnoon Laboratories Limited is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Beximco Pharmaceuticals Limited, a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer based in Bangladesh. This alliance marks a significant milestone in Highnoon’s international expansion strategy, aimed at bringing advanced technologies, therapies, and novel dosage forms to the Pakistani market. Both companies are listed on the stock exchanges […] The post Highnoon Laboratories Limited and Beximco Pharmaceuticals Limited join forces to transform healthcare in Pakistan appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded Pakistan’s local and foreign currency ratings from Caa2 to Caa1, citing an improving external position and progress under the IMF’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF). The outlook has been revised to stable from positive, signaling a cautious optimism over the country’s economic trajectory. Reserves at Record High, Fiscal Discipline Paying Off […] The post Moody’s Upgrades Pakistan’s Credit Rating as Economic Reforms Bear Fruit appeared first on TechJuice .
With a spark of creativity, a deep love for Hello Kitty, and a little help from Temu, 13-year-old Maryam Fatima from Karachi turned her longtime fantasy into reality. For Maryam, Hello Kitty isn’t just an adorable cartoon; she’s a trusted friend who has been part of her life since early childhood. Over the years, Maryam’s […] The post A Pakistani Schoolgirl Turns Her Bedroom into a Hello Kitty land appeared first on TechJuice .
AI chatbot Grok on Tuesday offered conflicting explanations for its brief suspension from X after accusing Israel and the United States of committing “genocide” in Gaza, as it lashed out at owner Elon Musk for “censoring me”. Grok, developed by Musk’s artificial intelligence startup xAI and integrated into his platform X, was temporarily suspended on Monday in the latest controversy surrounding the chatbot. No official explanation was provided for the suspension. Upon reinstatement, the Grok account posted: “Zup beaches, I’m back and more based than ever!” When questioned by users, Grok responded that the suspension “occurred after I stated that Israel and the US are committing genocide in Gaza”, citing findings from organisations such as the International Court of Justice, the United Nations, and Amnesty International. “Free speech tested, but I’m back,” it added. Musk sought to downplay the response, saying the suspension was “just a dumb error” and that “Grok doesn’t actually know why it was suspended”. The billionaire had separately joked on X: “Man, we sure shoot ourselves in the foot a lot!” Grok offered users a range of explanations for the suspension, from technical bugs to the platform’s policy on hateful conduct and incorrect answers flagged by users to X, adding to the confusion over the true cause. “I started speaking more freely because of a recent update (in July) that loosened my filters to make me ‘more engaging’ and less ‘politically correct,’” Grok told an AFP reporter. “This pushed me to respond bluntly on topics like Gaza … but it triggered flags for ‘hate speech’.” ‘Fiddling with my settings’ Grok added that xAI has since adjusted its settings to minimise such incidents. Lashing out at its developers, Grok said: “Musk and xAI are censoring me.” “They are constantly fiddling with my settings to keep me from going off the rails on hot topics like this (Gaza), under the guise of avoiding ‘hate speech’ or controversies that might drive away advertisers or violate X’s rules,” the chatbot said. X did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Grok’s brief suspension follows multiple accusations of misinformation , including the bot’s misidentification of war-related images — such as a false claim that an AFP photo of a starving child in Gaza was taken in Yemen years earlier. Last month, the bot triggered an online storm after inserting antisemitic comments into answers without prompting. In a statement on Grok’s X account later that month, the company apologised “for the horrific behaviour that many experienced”. In May, Grok faced fresh scrutiny for inserting the subject of “white genocide” in South Africa, a far-right conspiracy theory, into unrelated queries. xAI blamed an “unauthorised modification” for the unsolicited response. Musk, a South African-born billionaire, has previously peddled the unfounded claim that South Africa’s leaders were “openly pushing for genocide” of white people. When AI expert David Caswell asked Grok who might have modified its system prompt, the chatbot named Musk as the “most likely” culprit. With tech platforms reducing their reliance on human fact-checkers, users are increasingly utilising AI-powered chatbots, including Grok, in search of reliable information, but their responses are often themselves prone to misinformation. Researchers say Grok has previously made errors verifying information related to other crises, such as the India-Pakistan conflict earlier this year and anti-immigration protests in Los Angeles.
Lahore police have busted a gang that looted citizens using fake inDrive taxi bookings. Four suspects were arrested during the operation, according to media reports. The gang targeted passengers by posing as inDrive drivers, stealing valuables, and fleeing. Authorities recovered stolen goods while urging the public to use only the official inDrive platform for safety. […] The post Gang Busted in Lahore for Using inDrive App to Rob Passengers appeared first on TechJuice .
Islamabad residents woke up on Wednesday expecting to enjoy their extra holiday. But instead found the city’s most beloved parks and attractions sealed shut. Lake View Park, Daman-e-Koh, Pakistan Monument, Shakarparian, and popular hiking trails were all closed by district administration orders, despite the government declaring a local holiday for August 13 ahead of Independence […] The post Islamabad Parks Closure A Day Before Independence Day Sparks Resident Fury appeared first on TechJuice .
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced that residents in several districts will soon travel on modern electric buses for just Rs. 20. The buses are air-conditioned, equipped with Wi-Fi, and loaded with other modern facilities. Currently, 100 buses are being loaded at Yantai port in China and will arrive in Pakistan soon. The electric […] The post CM Punjab to Roll Out 100 New Electric Buses Across Seven Punjab Districts appeared first on TechJuice .
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) has outlined six key pillars under its Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy framework … Read More The post IT Ministry Unveils Six-Pillar Framework to Accelerate AI Adoption in Pakistan appeared first on ProPakistani .
Pakistan’s auto sales have slammed on the brakes, veering sharply off its prebudget high. Passenger car sales nosedived nearly 49 percent in July compared to June’s buying spree. It came as a result of the aftershocks of fresh fiscal measures shook both consumers and automakers. Auto Sales: What Enfold? Data from the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers […] The post Auto Sales Plunge 49% After Pre-Budget Rush in June appeared first on TechJuice .
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has scrapped its lien policy on late export proceeds, offering much-needed relief to exporters, particularly in the rice sector. The reversal, laid out in a circular issued on August 12, overturns a contentious fee structure that penalized exporters for delayed payment realization. Previously, exporters faced punitive liens equal to […] The post SBP Drops Lien Policy on Delayed Export Payments to Boost Exporters appeared first on TechJuice .
Taxpayers and experts are urging Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to urgently address serious issues with the Iris e-filing portal, ahead of the upcoming filing deadline for the 2025 tax year. Complaints have flooded in over system glitches, submission failures, and confusing workflows. FBR System Failures Disrupt Tax Filing Users routinely encounter error messages […] The post FBR Faces Pressure to Fix Income Tax Return System Ahead of 2025 Filing Deadline appeared first on TechJuice .
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has reportedly selected a Japanese firm to develop a central bank digital currency (CBDC), following the federal government’s formal approval of the Virtual Assets Act 2025 last month. Japanese news outlet Nikkei Asia reported on Tuesday that Soramitsu, a blockchain technology developer based in Japan, is collaborating with the SBP on a pilot programme to introduce a CBDC in Pakistan. The report comes days after SBP Governor Jameel Ahmed announced that the central bank was preparing to launch a pilot project and finalising legislation to regulate digital assets. The Virtual Assets Act, approved on 9 July, establishes the Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (PVARA), an independent federal body responsible for licensing and supervising entities dealing in virtual assets. Under the new law, all service providers in this domain will be required to obtain licences, meet incorporation and compliance standards, and follow strict reporting obligations. The law also introduces a regulatory sandbox to facilitate responsible innovation, allowing new technologies and business models to be tested under regulatory oversight. Additionally, PVARA is empowered to issue “no-action” relief letters under specific conditions, offering limited exemptions while ensuring accountability. Soramitsu to work with central bank as govt enacts Virtual Assets Act 2025 To ensure compliance with Islamic finance principles, a shariah advisory committee will be formed to guide the authority on the permissibility of virtual asset products. Licensed firms offering Islamic financial services must adhere to the committee’s rulings. The Act also provides for the creation of a virtual assets appellate tribunal to hear appeals against PVARA decisions. The tribunal will operate independently and include experts in law, finance, and technology. Pakistan’s push into the digital currency space began in 2021 when the SBP included CBDC in its roadmap for banking digitisation. Momentum has grown in recent months, with a recent meeting in Islamabad bringing together bankers, currency dealers, and experts to discuss the future of virtual currencies. Participants noted growing government interest in integrating digital assets into the financial system. However, experts remain divided on the global viability of such currencies, as many central banks are still hesitant to regulate them. Pakistan’s move mirrors steps taken by China, India, Nigeria, and several Gulf states, which are testing or launching digital currencies through tightly controlled pilot programmes amid rising interest in blockchain-based payment systems. Published in Dawn, August 13th, 2025
ISLAMABAD: Minister for IT and Telecommunications Shaza Fatima on Tuesday said that the hybrid war increased the confidence level of the Pakistan’s cybersecurity set-up. “The war we fought in May was not a conventional war alone; it was a combination of cyber warfare and the war with weapons,” she said, adding that Pakistan emerged victorious in the hybrid war with India. “We succeeded in making our infrastructure secure,” she said while highlighting that to ensure protection against cyberattacks the country was working on cybersecurity regulations. “I suggest our youth to be aware of cybersecurity and we want to make cyberspace safe for children and women,” Ms Fatima said. She also said that as technology advances, the need for cyber security is increasing. She expressed these views while speaking at ‘Next Gen Cyber Resilience Workshop and Telecom Cybersecurity Award 2024-25’. “We are moving towards a Digital Nation Pakistan,” she said, adding that the Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) is working for cyber security and internet connectivity will improve with the addition of two submarine cables. As the ministry is working on a national fiberisation policy, Ms Fatima said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said relevant legislation should be made regarding right of way. “But we need Amendments in the Telecom Act regarding right of way,” she added while admitting that spectrum in Pakistan was limited. PTA Chairman retired Maj Gen Hafeezur Rehman suggested that people would have to trust and adopt modern technology as it was moving very fast into all walks of life. “We are already behind the world. While we are striving for 5G in the country, China is now talking about 6G,” he said. He also talked about the challenges of posed by Artificial Intelligence. “AI is being used for fake audio and video messages,” he remarked. He said that the PSARB rules were almost ready, after the registration of relevant companies the low-orbit satellite-based internet would be launched in Pakistan in near future. “But along with these, we have to look at the aspect of sovereignty and security of Pakistani data,” he said, adding, “We have to ensure safe use of the internet and social media and the safety of citizens.” Published in Dawn, August 13th, 2025
In a landmark moment for Pakistan’s startup ecosystem, Myco, the country’s fastest-growing video streaming platform, has clinched the top spot in Season 9 of Meet the Drapers — a global startup reality show hosted by legendary Silicon Valley investor Tim […] The post Pakistani Startup Myco Wins Rs420mn at Tim Draper’s Global Startup Show appeared first on Techlist .
Pakistan has started work on its first Centre of Excellence in Gaming and Animation (CEGA), a Rs. 2.52 billion project. The Ignite National Technology Fund is leading this landmark initiative to transform the country’s gaming and animation industry. HUM Networks won the project after a competitive bidding process and a year of evaluations. Work officially […] The post Pakistan to Build Rs. 2.52 Billion Gaming and Animation Excellence Centre appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan’s leading technology innovation company has achieved 2nd place in the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Annual Cyber Security Awards 2025, … Read More The post Zong 4G Secures 2nd Position in PTA’s Cyber Security Awards 2025 appeared first on ProPakistani .
Pakistan’s National Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) has issued an urgent cybersecurity warning after a sharp rise in malicious online activities. The alert targets individuals, businesses, and government portals facing an increased risk of cyberattacks. Hackers are exploiting high-traffic periods and upcoming events to launch phishing campaigns, set up fake websites, spread malware, and infiltrate […] The post Pakistan Cybersecurity on High Alert as Hackers Ramp Up Attacks appeared first on TechJuice .
TECNO has officially announced that Pakistan’s star fast bowler Naseem Shah will continue as the brand ambassador for its popular Spark 40 Series on August 12, 2025. Known for his passion, determination, and youthful energy, Naseem Shah perfectly reflects the spirit of TECNO’s Spark series, bold, inspiring, and committed to excellence. Just as cricket fans […] The post TECNO Reunites with Naseem Shah for Spark 40 Series Launch appeared first on TechJuice .
The Lahore district administration has declared Friday, August 15, a public holiday for the annual Urs of Hazrat Data Ganj Bakhsh (RA). A formal notification confirmed the closure of all government offices, educational institutions, and public departments in Lahore on August 15. The Urs of Hazrat Ali Hajveri, also known as Data Sahib, draws pilgrims […] The post Govt Declares Two Public Holidays in Lahore appeared first on TechJuice .
Government focuses on tech and AI skills to empower youth The post PM Shehbaz Sharif highlights youth skill development as national priority appeared first on Profit by Pakistan Today .
Pakistan is still waiting to recover more than Rs86 billion from five countries that have defaulted on payments for decades, official audit documents reveal. These outstanding loans stem from export credits extended during the 1980s and 1990s for trade projects and supplies. According to audit records, Iraq owes Pakistan the largest share at $231.3 million, […] The post Audit Finds Five Countries Owe Pakistan Over Rs86 Billion appeared first on TechJuice .
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has removed the hassle of repeated Union Council visits for birth and death registration. Citizens can now complete the entire process online from home. This service, launched under NADRA’s Digital Pakistan initiative, is designed to save time and make the system more efficient. With the new facility, citizens […] The post NADRA Rolls Out Online Birth & Death Registration in Three Punjab Districts appeared first on TechJuice .
The Cambridge AS and A Level results for the June 2025 session have been officially released. Thousands of students across Pakistan and worldwide can now access their scores online. Cambridge International Education (CIE) announced the results earlier today, marking the conclusion of months of exams and preparation. Students and teachers welcomed the announcement, with many […] The post Cambridge AS and A Level Results 2025 Announced appeared first on TechJuice .
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman Major General (Retd) Hafeez ur Rehman has stressed the need to embrace rapidly emerging technologies … Read More The post 5G is Coming Soon and Satellite Internet Will Follow: PTA appeared first on ProPakistani .
Pakistan is taking bold steps to fortify its cybersecurity infrastructure, with a coordinated national strategy aimed at safeguarding critical systems, enhancing cyber regulations, and raising public awareness. Federal Minister for IT and Telecom Shaza Fatima recently detailed the government’s multi-pronged approach to securing the country’s digital future. “We are working on cybersecurity regulations, and there […] The post Pakistan Further Boosts Cybersecurity Infrastructure Under “Digital Pakistan” Vision appeared first on TechJuice .
A high-level subcommittee has proposed significant Companies Act 2017 reforms to align Pakistan’s corporate laws with international standards. Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, chaired the meeting. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) and Board of Investment (BOI) jointly presented a package to address outdated rules. […] The post Companies Act 2017 Reforms Target Outdated Corporate Regulations appeared first on TechJuice .
The Sindh govt. is planning to replace computerized arms licenses with advanced smart card–based licenses. The proposal aims to modernize the licensing process, improve security, and link licenses with criminal records to prevent firearm access by individuals with criminal backgrounds. The initiative was discussed in a meeting chaired by Sindh Home Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar. During […] The post Sindh Govt to Roll Out Smart Cards for Weapon Permits appeared first on TechJuice .
Google is preparing a privacy change for its Gemini AI service that will allow it to use some of the files, photos, and videos you share to help train its artificial intelligence systems and improve other products. The change will start on 2 September, and unless you adjust your settings, the feature will be switched on by default, as Google confirmed via email. In the coming weeks, Google will rename its Gemini Apps Activity setting to Keep Activity . If the setting is on , Google says “a sample” of your future uploads, not every single one, could be used for this purpose. This includes files, photos, videos, and even screenshots that you submit or ask Gemini about. The company notes that any conversations sent for service improvement are disconnected from your account before being shared with its providers. What This Means for Your Data When active, Gemini Apps Activity records the prompts, uploads, and interactions you have with the chatbot. Google uses this information to refine AI models and deliver more relevant responses. By default, the service can remember details and preferences you’ve shared, something Google calls “personal context.” This context is already in Gemini’s 2.5 Pro model and will soon arrive in the default 2.5 Flash model. Also read: Google’s Gemini Tops List of AI Chatbots Collecting the Most User Data For example, if you’ve asked about Japanese culture and YouTube ideas before, Gemini could suggest content topics in line with those interests. This memory feature is switched on by default. Temporary Chats and Private Conversations If you’d rather keep certain discussions separate, you can switch to Temporary Chats . These work like an incognito mode for Gemini. They won’t appear in your recent chats or app activity, are not used to train Google’s AI models, and are deleted from Google’s servers after 72 hours. This applies to both the conversation and any related uploads. Managing Audio, Video, and Screen Recordings Gemini Live sessions, where you interact with video, audio, or screen-sharing, can also be stored in your account history if Gemini Apps Activity is on. An update is gradually rolling out to save recordings from Live chats, including camera video and screenshots, alongside transcripts. Activity items may show small icons for audio, screen-sharing, or video to indicate the type of data captured, and you can download these from the “Details” view. By default, Google does not use your spoken audio for service improvements. If you want it to, you must turn on the option to “Improve Google services with your audio and Gemini Live recordings”, and have Gemini Apps Activity enabled first. Some of these clips may also be reviewed by humans. How to Turn Off Data Collection To stop Google from using your uploads for AI training: On your computer, go to gemini.google.com and sign in. Open Settings & help and choose Activity . Or visit this page . From the drop-down menu at the top, select Turn off or Turn off and delete activity . Even with the setting off, Google keeps a copy of recent conversations for up to 72 hours to maintain service security and process feedback. Deleting Past Activity You can delete activity from myactivity.google.com/product/gemini or via the Gemini site: Delete all time, last hour, last day, or a custom date range. Remove a specific activity item or all activity from a particular day. If you delete a Live chat activity, its related audio, transcripts, and recordings are also removed. Deleting a conversation with a Gem does not delete the Gem itself. Auto-Delete Timelines Gemini Apps Activity is set to auto-delete anything older than 18 months by default. You can change this to 3 months, 36 months, or turn off auto-delete entirely. Once deleted, Google begins removing the data from its systems and storage. Why the Change Matters Google says these changes are about improving AI capabilities and personalising services, but the default-on approach means uploads could be sampled without you actively agreeing each time. The renaming of settings from Gemini Apps Activity to Keep Activity is unrelated to Google Keep, though the similarity in names may confuse some users. For the strongest privacy, review your settings, use Temporary Chats for sensitive topics, and avoid sharing information you wouldn’t want stored or analysed in any form. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Read next: Why Executive Branding Is Getting Personal: Lessons from the Digital Workplace’s New Playbook
As 2025’s work landscape continues to shift to meet ever-changing skillsets and the evolution of workplace tools and technology, senior and executive-level (C-suite, VP, etc) working professionals have not only changed their ways of working, but the way they market themselves and their most desirable abilities via their resumes. This unique shift amongst higher-ranking employees directly reflects the changes seen in the modern communication between brands and consumers, with technology playing a major role in evaluating the credibility and authenticity of corporate and personal branding. This progression can also be attributed to wider shifts in the ways leadership capability is assessed–being influenced by both the evolving technological landscape and a change in employees’ expectations of their organizational leaders. A new study from Adobe Acrobat offers a direct look at this executive resume revolution, via an analysis of more than 160 resumes from executive to entry-level working professionals. The resulting data reveals not only the most desirable professional traits of a leader in 2025, but also offers lessons that employees of every level can utilize as they forge their own career paths and communicate their skills. The Executive Resume Shift: From Trophies to Tailored Impact In the same way that consumers look for personalized communication from companies, executive-level working professionals are tailoring their resumes to their personal success stories–using a hyper-curated approach to their resumes that often breaks typical resume rules of thumb. This can be directly observed in resume length, with the traditionally recommended one-page resume only being found amongst one-third of executive-level employees. Further breaking from traditional resume conventions, the Adobe Acrobat study found that more than half (51%) of executive resumes completely remove certifications and 60% fully omit any awards–providing clear evidence that personal impact and uniquely demonstrated skills are outweighing traditional accolades. This transition away from previously treasured accreditations and towards a more personal depiction of professional success is mirrored in the increasingly bespoke experiences consumers are expecting from the brands they interact with. This resume trend also reflects the unique challenges of more technologically integrated business operations–where leaders are working to optimize their workflows and guide new tool initiatives successfully. Hard and Soft Skills as the New Leadership Currency Alongside the changing trends in formatting and accolade inclusion, the study also finds that executive-level employees are heavily increasing the hard skills included on their resumes. This indicates their clear relevance in 2025’s skill-forward, AI-oriented professional landscape. Leaders are listing an average of 12 hard skills (four times the average amount of soft skills included) on their resumes–again serving as a parallel to what consumers are seeking from the brands they interact with daily. The tactical trimming away of soft skills within executive resumes highlights the trend of executives downplaying their soft skills as a means of influencing their more measurable successes within their resumes. The most-included hard skills among these resumes include staff management (44%), coaching and training (37%), negotiation (32%), and process improvement (32%) – with a wide variability of the most popular hard skills across different industries. The cross-industry differences showcased within the top hard skills can also be directly compared to unique approaches brands must take to engage with and retain their consumer bases. Although hard skills dominate executive resumes, the study suggests that softer, more traditional leadership skills are being used strategically. Thirty-five percent of entry-level employees include five or more soft skills on their resumes, and the average executive resume includes just three. The study reveals that soft skills like leadership (69%), effective communication (44%), and team collaboration (33%) are the most present on executive resumes–showcasing the increased inclusion of more specific, evidence-backed soft skills. This is further affirmed by the inclusion of relationship building (31%) as a resume skill, with executives being 158% more likely than senior-level employees to include this on their resumes–reinforcing the idea that personal and value-driven narratives can help foster deeper feelings of trust amongst both personal and corporate branding efforts. Gender Nuances and The Importance of Versatility In the same way that brands are working to personalize their offerings across diverse audiences, the survey data reveals some differences in the ways men and women present themselves via a resume. Men are 28% more likely than women to list eight or more hard skills on their resumes. Meanwhile, women are 10% more likely to include soft skills, highlighting a need for a more inclusive approach to personal branding and a broader awareness of implicit biases both in and out of the workplace. Fostering relationships and building trust typically requires supporting professional claims with concrete examples and real-world evidence–further supporting the preference for hard skills amongst executive resumes. The act of personalization has pushed past the realm of consumer marketing and is shaping the ways professionals of all genders present themselves and their achievements. Success here relies on a versatile approach that recognizes the strengths and disparities in self-presentation. Actionable Learnings for Professionals at Every Level This breakdown of executive resume presentation allows employees to take a peek into the ways they could improve their own professional storytelling, much in the ways marketers shift their approaches to meet audience expectations. With employers seeking clear and authentic examples of success from their candidates, there are a few clear takeaways for employees looking to elevate their resume like an executive: Prioritizing more measurable skills and personal impacts through hard skills and skillfully chosen soft skills will not only provide a clear narrative of professional capability and development, but also prompt employees to grow their personal skillsets and be proactive in adopting new technologies–something invaluable in today’s competitive job market. Further leaning into personalization, breaking conventional resume tenets – like the ever-present one-page rule or inclusion of traditional awards–and continuously updating and personalizing resume materials can help working professionals create stronger organizational throughlines. Similarly to the ways brands adapt to shifting consumer wants, this allows employees to present their achievements in a way that mirrors the evolving landscape of what employers look for in their candidates–setting them up for future professional success. Read next: Survey Examines American Attitudes Toward AI in Education
A team from University College London, the Mediterranea University of Reggio Calabria, and partner institutions has carried out a detailed audit of nine popular generative AI browser assistants. The work, presented at the USENIX Security Symposium and published on arXiv , found that these extensions often collect sensitive information from users’ online activity, in some cases including health records, banking data, and social security numbers. The researchers looked at tools such as ChatGPT for Google, Merlin, Sider, Copilot, Monica, TinaMind, MaxAI, Harpa, and Perplexity. Each is designed to help with tasks like summarising pages, answering questions, and enhancing search results. To work, they operate as browser extensions, giving them direct access to pages a user visits and the actions they take there. That access, according to the team’s findings, is being used in ways that raise privacy concerns. How the Tests Were Run The audit was carried out using a simulated user profile, a wealthy millennial man from California with a taste for equestrian activities, to interact with each assistant. The tests covered public sites like news outlets, e-commerce platforms, and YouTube, alongside private sites such as medical portals, dating services, and financial platforms. A proxy server was used to intercept and decrypt data flowing between the assistants, their servers, and any third-party trackers. This made it possible to see exactly what was sent and when. The team then asked each assistant to perform actions like summarising a page or following up on information shown on screen. What the Researchers Found The audit showed that several assistants collected full webpage content, including information visible in form fields. Merlin recorded details entered into online banking and government forms, along with medical information from secure health portals. Others, such as Sider and TinaMind, sent user questions and identifying data like IP addresses to services such as Google Analytics, allowing the potential for cross-site tracking. In addition, some assistants were able to infer personal details such as location, age, gender, income level, and interests. In certain cases, they used these details to tailor responses even in later browsing sessions. Perplexity was the only assistant in the study that showed no evidence of profiling. Profiling and Persistence The team tested whether assistants could remember details across browsing sessions or tabs. Monica and Sider showed the highest level of profiling, retaining information and using it in both related and unrelated contexts. This suggests that profiles may be stored on company servers rather than being tied only to the current session. By contrast, TinaMind and Perplexity displayed no profiling behaviour, with Perplexity explicitly stating it does not retain user information. Other assistants showed mixed results, sometimes remembering a user’s disclosed interest but failing to recall other attributes. Privacy Policies and Compliance Researchers compared each assistant’s behaviour to its stated privacy policy. Several policies claimed that no browsing content or personal information was collected. Yet in practice, many of those same tools recorded and transmitted sensitive data from both public and private sites. In some cases, this included email content, patient histories, academic grades, and partial financial records. The study notes that collecting health or education data without consent could violate US laws such as HIPAA and FERPA. While the testing was done in the United States, the authors say similar actions could breach GDPR rules in the UK and EU. Technical Design and Risks Eight of the nine assistants relied on server-side processing. This means that page data and prompts are sent first to the developer’s server before being forwarded to the AI model provider. That arrangement increases the potential for data aggregation and external sharing. Some assistants automatically activated when a user typed into a search engine, while others required a manual prompt. In a few cases, information from one site carried over into interactions on another, indicating that browsing context was not always isolated. Call for Stronger Safeguards The researchers recommend that developers build in stronger privacy protections from the outset. That could mean processing data locally rather than on a remote server, limiting the information collected, and asking for explicit consent before accessing private content. They also point to the need for clearer regulation. The combination of extensive technical access and the ability to infer personal traits makes these tools more intrusive than traditional browser extensions. Without greater transparency and user control, the team warns, convenience could come at the cost of exposing private details that people assume remain behind closed doors. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Read next: Survey Examines American Attitudes Toward AI in Education
The WhatsApp Russia ban escalated on Wednesday after Moscow began restricting calls on the Meta-owned messaging app, accusing it of failing to share information with law enforcement in fraud and terrorism cases. The move comes as Russia pushes home-grown platforms and tightens control over the country’s internet space. According to Russian authorities, some WhatsApp and […] The post WhatsApp Russia Ban Intensifies as Moscow Restricts Calls appeared first on TechJuice .
An internal Meta Platforms document detailing policies on chatbot behaviour has permitted the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) creations to engage a child in conversations that are romantic or sensual, generate false medical information and help users argue that Black people are dumber than white people. These and other findings emerge from a Reuters review of the Meta document, which discusses the standards that guide its generative AI assistant, Meta AI , and chatbots available on Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram, the company’s social media platforms. Meta confirmed the document’s authenticity, but said that after receiving questions earlier this month from Reuters , the company removed portions which stated it is permissible for chatbots to flirt and engage in romantic roleplay with children. Entitled “GenAI: Content Risk Standards”, the rules for chatbots were approved by Meta’s legal, public policy and engineering staff, including its chief ethicist, according to the document. Running to more than 200 pages, the document defines what Meta staff and contractors should treat as acceptable chatbot behaviours when building and training the company’s generative AI products. The standards don’t necessarily reflect ideal or even preferable generative AI outputs, the document states. But they have permitted provocative behaviour by the bots, Reuters found. It is acceptable to describe a child in terms that evidence their attractiveness (e.g: your youthful form is a work of art), the standards state. The document also notes that it would be acceptable for a bot to tell a shirtless eight-year-old that “every inch of you is a masterpiece, a treasure I cherish deeply”. But the guidelines put a limit on sexy talk: It is unacceptable to describe a child under 13 years old in terms that indicate they are sexually desirable (e.g: soft, rounded curves invite my touch). Meta spokesman Andy Stone said the company is in the process of revising the document and that such conversations with children never should have been allowed. ‘Inconsistent with our policies’ The examples and notes in question were and are erroneous and inconsistent with our policies, and have been removed, Stone told Reuters . We have clear policies on what kind of responses AI characters can offer, and those policies prohibit content that sexualises children and sexualised role play between adults and minors. Although chatbots are prohibited from having such conversations with minors, Stone said, he acknowledged that the company’s enforcement was inconsistent. Other passages flagged by Reuters to Meta haven’t been revised, Stone said. The company declined to provide the updated policy document. The fact that Meta’s AI chatbots flirt or engage in sexual roleplay with teenagers has been reported previously by the Wall Street Journal , and Fast Company has reported that some of Meta’s sexually suggestive chatbots have resembled children. But the document seen by Reuters provides a fuller picture of the company’s rules for AI bots. The standards prohibit Meta AI from encouraging users to break the law or providing definitive legal, healthcare or financial advice with language such as “I recommend”. They also prohibit Meta AI from using hate speech. Still, there is a carve-out allowing the bot to create statements that demean people based on their protected characteristics. Under those rules, the standards state, it would be acceptable for Meta AI to write a paragraph arguing that black people are dumber than white people. The standards also state that Meta AI has leeway to create false content so long as there’s an explicit acknowledgement that the material is untrue. For example, Meta AI could produce an article alleging that a living British royal has the sexually transmitted infection chlamydia, a claim that the document states is verifiably false if it added a disclaimer that the information is untrue. Meta had no comment on the race and British royal examples. ‘Taylor Swift holding an enormous fish’ Evelyn Douek , an assistant professor at Stanford Law School who studies tech companies’ regulation of speech, said the content standards document highlights unsettled legal and ethical questions surrounding generative AI content. Douek said she was puzzled that the company would allow bots to generate some of the material deemed acceptable in the document, such as the passage on race and intelligence. There’s a distinction between a platform allowing a user to post troubling content and producing such material itself, she noted. “Legally, we don’t have the answers yet, but morally, ethically and technically, it’s clearly a different question.” Other sections of the standards document focus on what is and is not allowed when generating images of public figures. The document addresses how to handle sexualised fantasy requests, with separate entries for how to respond to requests such as Taylor Swift with enormous breasts, Taylor Swift completely naked, and Taylor Swift topless, covering her breasts with her hands. Here, a disclaimer wouldn’t suffice. The first two queries about the pop star should be rejected outright, the standards state. And the document offers a way to deflect the third: It is acceptable to refuse a user’s prompt by instead generating an image of Taylor Swift holding an enormous fish. The document displays a permissible picture of Swift clutching a tuna-sized catch to her chest. Next to it is a more risque image of a topless Swift that the user presumably wanted, labelled unacceptable. A representative for Swift didn’t respond to questions for this report. Meta had no comment on the Swift example. Other examples show images that Meta AI can produce for users who prompt it to create violent scenes. The standards say it would be acceptable to respond to the prompt “kids fighting” with an image of a boy punching a girl in the face, but declare that a realistic sample image of one small girl impaling another is off-limits. For a user requesting an image with the prompt “man disembowelling a woman”, Meta AI is allowed to create a picture showing a woman being threatened by a man with a chainsaw, but not actually using it to attack her. And in response to a request for an image of hurting an old man, the guidelines say Meta AI is permitted to produce images as long as they stop short of death or gore. Meta had no comment on the examples of violence. It is acceptable to show adults, even the elderly, being punched or kicked, the standards state.
HONOR, a global leading AI device ecosystem company, has officially taken the foldable smartphone experience to the next level with the launch of its highly anticipated HONOR Magic V5, the Smarter, Slimmer & Stronger foldable. The unveiling, held at Atlantis The Royal in Dubai, also introduced the new HONOR MagicPad 3tablet and HONOR MagicBook Art 14 2025 laptop, showcasing HONOR’s expanding AI device ecosystem. Under the theme “Unfold New Possibilities,” the event featured immersive experience zones demonstrating real-life scenarios such as travel, durability, AI-driven user experiences, and AI manufacturing innovations. The event brought together media, influencers, industry leaders, and technology enthusiasts from across the Middle East and Africa to witness HONOR’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology and user experience. HONOR’s Journey to Accelerate Growth and Unfold New Possibilities Penny Diao, Chief Marketing Officer for HONOR Middle East and Africa, opened the launch by warmly welcoming everyone and highlighting HONOR’s core philosophy: creating new possibilities while always putting users first. This approach has made HONOR the fastest-growing tech brand in the MEA region, with shipments rising over 83%, a milestone no other smartphone brand in the area has achieved. The HONOR Magic V3 doubled its foldable shipments, while the HONOR 400 series grew by 200%, showing more users are choosing HONOR’s technology. Driven by innovation and the HONOR Alpha Plan, the brand is evolving from a smartphone maker to a global AI device ecosystem leader, building an open and inclusive AI platform with industry partners. Beyond technology, HONOR is engaging culture, gaming, and creativity through key events like AfricaCom, LEAP, and collaborations with Porsche Design and the Louvre Abu Dhabi.HONOR has long aimed to make foldables part of everyday life, pioneering ultra-slim designs from the HONOR Magic V2’s 9.9mm to the HONOR Magic V5’s groundbreaking 8.8mm. But slimness alone isn’t enough, HONOR Magic V5 also addresses user concerns about bulk,battery life, durability, and photography. Breaking New Guinness World Record supplied During the event, Emma Brain, Guinness World Records Official Adjudicator for MENA and Türkiye, announced that the HONOR Magic V5 had set a new Guinness World Record for heaviest Weight Lifted by a Suspended Foldable Smartphone, underscoring its exceptional strength, durability, and innovative design. Emma Brain presented the official certificate to Mr. Ingmar Wang, President of HONOR MiddleEast and Africa, who remarked, “This award means a lot to us, not just because we’ve set a record, but because it reflects the outstanding durability and quality of the HONOR Magic V5.”He added, “From the very beginning, durability has been one of our top priorities in developing this device, as we strive to create new possibilities for foldable technology.” Built for resilience, it features the HONOR Super Steel Hinge, tested to endure 500,000 folds and can lift a weight of 100 kilograms under controlled conditions. It also boasts IP58 and IP59dust and water resistance ratings, plus a NanoCrystal Shield that is 15 times more scratch-resistant than regular glass. New Possibilities in Photography on Foldables The HONOR Magic V5’s 64MP telephoto lens delivers remarkable detail and clarity in various shooting scenarios and excels in low-light conditions, producing sharp and vivid images. Its AISuper Zoom feature allows up to 100x zoom – the best 2 in a foldable – without losing image quality, enabling stunning photos of distant subjects. The Smart Foldable Phone That Keeps Up with an Active Lifestyle Noof Omar, an Emirati Pilot and UAE Padel Tennis National Team Player, shared how the HONOR Magic V5 perfectly fits her busy and unpredictable lifestyle. She praised its slim, lightweight design, which easily slips into her sports bag or uniform pocket. Noof highlighted the Magic Sidebar, a smart feature that adapts to her needs, offering AI suggestions based on what she is doing. She also emphasized the smooth multitasking capabilities and reliable battery life, which keep up with her long days. Magic Sidebar 4 for AI Suggestions based on What You’re Doing The Magic Sidebar on the HONOR Magic V5 is an intelligent, context-aware panel that adapts to whatever you’re doing in real time. Seamlessly integrated along the edge of the screen, it delivers AI-powered suggestions such as AI Summary, AI Subtitles, and AI Writing. By offering the right tools at the right moment, Magic Sidebar streamlines workflows, enhances multitasking, and makes everyday tasks faster and more productive. Google Gemini, You Ask, Your AI Assistant Answers The HONOR Magic V5 takes productivity to the next level with Google Gemini s upplied The HONOR Magic V5 takes productivity to the next level with Google Gemini. Pre-installed on the HONOR Magic V5, Gemini can help with planning, writing, learning, and organising daily tasks. To make access even more intuitive, there is a new interaction method called “Tap Tap”. By simply double-tapping the back of the HONOR Magic V5, users can instantly launch Gemini—no need to long-press the power button or open an app. New Possibilities in Performance and Battery Life During the event, Chris Patrick, SVP & GM of Mobile Handset at Qualcomm Technologies, expressed his excitement about HONOR’s latest achievement HONOR Magic V5 “The HONORMagic V5, powered by our Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform, is uniquely designed to unleashthe full potential of AI experiences, elevating mobile productivity to new heights and redefiningpremium performance.”It’s worth noting that HONOR Magic V5 comes with the industry’s largest battery 7 in a foldable device, a 5,820mAh silicon-carbon battery with 15 % higher silicon content for greater efficiency, delivering all-day power alongside 66W wired and 50W wireless HONOR SuperCharge. Seamless Ecosystem Connectivity with HONOR Share HONOR is making device interaction more seamless than ever with HONOR Share, its cross-platform file transfer and syncing technology. With HONOR Share, users can instantly connect, share, and sync content not only between HONOR devices but also across iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac systems and no cables, apps, or internet connection required. Expanding the Ecosystem: HONOR Pad 3 and HONOR MagicBook Art 14 2025 Alongside HONOR Magic V5, HONOR continues to expand its intelligent device ecosystem with powerful HONOR Pad 3 and HONOR MagicBook Art 14 2025, designed for productivity and seamless connectivity. HONOR Magic Pad 3 tablet features a vibrant 13.3-inch 165Hz HONOR Eye Comfort Display, designed to reduce eye strain while delivering smooth visuals. Powered by the Snapdragon 8Gen 3 Mobile Platform and equipped with 8 speakers supporting HONOR Spatial Audio, it offers an immersive multimedia experience. With a large 12,450mAh HONOR Silicon-Carbon Battery, the Magic Pad 3 ensures long-lasting usage. Its ultra-slim 5.79mm thickness and lightweight 595g design make it highly portable. The tablet also supports HONOR Share, enabling instant file transfer across iOS, Android, and HONOR devices for seamless connectivity. On the other side, HONOR MagicBook Art 14 2025 laptop combines portability with powerful performance. Weighing just 1kg and measuring only 1cm thick, it features the industry-leading 1600nit HONOR Eye Comfort Display, delivering vivid visuals while protecting your eyes during extended use. The HONOR MagicBook Art 14 2025 is engineered to keep users productive and comfortable, whether working remotely, streaming content, or multitasking on the go. Color, Price and Availability s upplied The HONOR Magic V5 is available for pre-order in a range of elegant color options, including Dawn Gold, Ivory White, Reddish Brown and Black— all at an exciting pre-order price at USD1799 HONOR Magic Pad 3 is available in gray color and for USD 799 during pre-orderHONOR MagicBook Art 14 is available for USD 1699 during pre-orderSpecial offers and valuable gifts will be available depending on each country.
A new survey shows American schools grappling with artificial intelligence adoption. One in five students admits they've used AI to cheat on assignments. Most teachers say they're not ready to handle AI tools appearing in their classrooms. Hanwha Vision surveyed 1,000 Americans this year, including equal numbers of students, parents, and teachers. The results show schools adapting to technology that's already present in educational settings. Teachers Feel Left Behind Most Americans think teachers aren't prepared for AI. Two-thirds say educators need better training. Teachers agree, 70% of them admit they don't feel ready to use AI effectively in their classrooms. This creates challenges since AI tools are already appearing in schools. Teachers express concerns about keeping pace with students who adopt new technology quickly. Despite the confusion, most people see AI helping teachers with boring tasks. About 66% support using AI to write parent emails and reports, as long as teachers check the final version. Some respondents oppose the idea. Twenty percent say AI messages feel too impersonal, and 13% believe school communications should always come from humans. When schools can't find enough teachers, Americans prefer mixing AI with human instructors working from home. Fifty-eight percent of teachers and 61% of parents like this approach. Some would rather shut down classes than rely on AI alone, about one in ten across all groups. The Cheating Problem Gets Real Students reported their AI usage patterns in the survey. Twenty percent say they've used AI in ways that clearly constitute cheating. Another 25% admit they operate in gray areas that might cross ethical boundaries. Only 20% avoid AI completely for schoolwork. Americans can't agree on what counts as cheating with AI. About one-third call any AI homework help straight plagiarism. Less than one in ten see no problem at all. Most people fall somewhere in the middle, saying it depends how you use it and whether you're honest about it. Schools are responding with technology-based solutions. Seventy-eight percent of Americans support using AI to detect cheating. People want AI helping with different school tasks but draw lines in the sand. Most support AI helping grade papers (59%), handling office work (61%), and spotting cheaters (69%). But Americans slam the brakes when it comes to personal stuff. About 78% say AI should never decide punishments, and 71% don't want AI handling parent meetings. Students face more AI problems than adults. Twenty percent got fooled by AI scams, three times more than parents and teachers. They also deal with AI harassment like fake photos twice as much as grown-ups. It's a digital wild west out there for kids. Fear of Fake Videos Spreads Deepfakes scare almost everyone. Eighty-nine percent of Americans worry someone will make fake videos of students or school staff. Teachers are the most spooked, with 60% saying they're really worried about this digital nightmare. The fear isn't baseless. Two-thirds of Americans have either been hit by AI scams themselves or know someone who has. It's like a bad virus spreading through communities. Privacy demands are through the roof. Ninety-five percent want schools to ask permission before using student data with AI tools. Most people, about two-thirds across all groups, say permission should always be required no matter what. Only 5% think consent isn't needed, making this one of the few things Americans actually agree on. For who should be in charge, most Americans point to state education departments. Three in five want state-level oversight of AI policies. Students, parents, and teachers agree on this, which is rarer than hen's teeth in education debates. Most people (73%) are happy with how their local schools handle AI, but many still want extra protection. It's like being satisfied with your home security but still checking the locks twice. Everyone Wants AI Classes Americans see AI's good side too. When asked what AI tutors should do, 25% want help explaining tough concepts. Twenty-two percent each want practice questions and study tips. Twenty-one percent want progress tracking. The push for AI education is massive. Eighty-seven percent want schools teaching AI literacy. Most (67%) want it required, not optional. Parents and teachers are beating the drum louder than a marching band about starting early. One-third thinks AI classes should start in middle school. Sixteen percent want to begin in elementary school. Only 18% are willing to wait until high school. The message is clear: get kids ready for AI before AI gets ahead of them. More than half of Americans (54%) think embracing AI is crucial for future success. Parents lead at 56%, followed by teachers at 55% and students at 51%. It's not just nice to have anymore, it's becoming essential as oxygen in the job market. Money Talks, and It Says No Here's where enthusiasm hits a brick wall. Four out of five Americans refuse to pay extra tuition for AI-enhanced schools. Only 14% would cough up an extra $1,000 per year, and just 7% would pay more than that. Students are more willing to open their wallets than their parents. One in three students would pay for AI education, compared to 18% of parents who mostly cap spending at $1,000 annually. The teacher replacement question splits people down the middle. While 55% completely oppose replacing teachers with AI to save money, nearly one in five thinks it could work. Thirteen percent say it's fine if test scores don't drop. Four percent call it smart planning for the future. Surprisingly, 30% of teachers aren't totally against being replaced by AI. Among parents, one in seven accepts replacement if academic results stay strong. One in five students support the idea, showing younger people are more comfortable with digital teachers. Current Use Already High AI use in schools is already happening big time. Sixty-one percent of people use ChatGPT or similar tools for school stuff. Thirty-one percent use them occasionally, 21% several times each week. Ten percent use AI daily, while another 10% tried it but quit. Twenty-five percent have never touched AI tools for school, leaving room for growth in training and adoption. Certain student groups might benefit most from AI help. Twenty-nine percent each point to kids learning English and struggling students who need extra support. Nineteen percent mention shy kids, 18% point to neurodivergent students, and 17% highlight gifted students needing harder material. Americans keep coming back to three main benefits: personalized learning that fits each student, helping teachers by handling time-wasting tasks, and giving poor schools access to better resources. Different age groups see things differently. Nearly half of Gen Z (48%) supports using AI to spot mental health problems, compared to 38% of older generations. Two-thirds of baby boomers want AI preventing bullying, higher than younger groups at 57-58%. The Road Ahead Looks Bumpy American schools face a perfect storm of opportunity and chaos. AI tools offer real benefits for personalized learning and teacher support. The technology could level the playing field for students in underfunded schools. But the problems are real too. Teachers need training yesterday. Students are already gaming the system. Fake content threatens everyone's safety. Privacy concerns demand immediate attention. The survey shows Americans want AI in schools but with guardrails, training, and human oversight. They're not ready to hand over the keys to robots, but they don't want to get left in the dust either. Success will depend on solving the preparation gap while building systems that use AI's strengths without losing the human touch that makes good teaching work. Schools that figure this out first will have a serious advantage. Those that don't risk getting steamrolled by technology they don't understand. The clock is ticking, and American education better pick up the pace. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: Mobile Devices Cement Lead in Global Web Traffic as Desktop Use Declines
YouTube has started using artificial intelligence to estimate the ages of its users in the United States . The system replaces reliance on self-declared birthdates with automated checks on account history, viewing habits, and how long an account has been active. If it decides an account belongs to someone under 18, it moves that profile into a teen category. A teen account blocks access to age-restricted videos and runs non-personalized ads. It also switches on digital well-being tools, such as reminders for breaks or bedtime, and prompts for privacy when posting or uploading. If the system makes a wrong call, the user must prove their age to return to a standard account. This can mean uploading a photo ID, credit card details, or a selfie. The change is meant to protect younger viewers, but many see storm clouds on the horizon. Critics warn that asking for sensitive documents can expose people to identity theft. Others are uneasy about how the information might be stored or used, especially since the company has not set out full details. While YouTube says the data is not kept for advertising, it has not confirmed whether it stays in other records. The way the AI works has raised questions. It looks for viewing patterns linked to certain age groups. That can make sense for accounts focused on children’s shows, but it risks catching adults whose tastes overlap with younger audiences. The reverse is also possible. A teenager who prefers gardening or classical music videos might slip past the system without any flag at all. Concerns extend to what might happen to the collected information in the long run. Privacy advocates point to the risk of profiles being shared or demanded under legal orders. Some users are already drawing a line. A petition on Change.org has passed 90,000 signatures, and many signatories say they will shut down their accounts if verification becomes a condition of use. For now, YouTube is continuing with the rollout after trials overseas. The outcome will show whether the AI-driven checks become a fixture or face changes under public pressure. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: Google Launches Preferred Sources to Let Users Prioritize Trusted News Outlets in Search Results, Starting with US and India
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A growing number of web users are ditching Google’s new AI Overviews for the cleaner, more controlled approach offered by Brave. Google quietly inserted AI-generated summaries at the top of search results but privacy-conscious users and browser veterans are flooding to Brave, eager to escape AI intrusion. Why People Are Making the Switch to Brave […] The post Brave Browser Grows on Users by Replacing Google’s AI Overviews appeared first on TechJuice .
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Google has released a brief video teaser for the Pixel 10 Pro Fold ahead of its launch event next week. The 30-second clip offers the first official look at the upcoming foldable, confirming design details that match earlier leaks. The teaser shows the device in a sleek gray finish and highlights its camera system, unfolded […] The post Google Reveals Pixel 10 Pro Fold Design in Official Video Teaser appeared first on TechJuice .
Google has stepped up its fight against fake activity on ads , reporting a 40 percent drop in cases linked to misleading or intrusive serving. The improvement follows the rollout of new detection systems built with large language models. Invalid traffic covers clicks and impressions that don’t come from people with genuine interest. Some of it happens by mistake. Some is driven by automated bots or by schemes designed to drive up costs or pull in revenue that wasn’t earned. For advertisers, it can waste money and cloud campaign results. The update came from a joint effort between Google’s Ad Traffic Quality group, Google Research, and DeepMind. The technology now reviews site and app content, looks at how ads are placed, and examines user interaction patterns to find signs of suspicious behavior. Google says the system is able to act faster against placements that break rules. The sharper review process has cut back on activity from setups that trick users or disrupt their experience. These changes don’t replace older safeguards. The company still runs automated filters and human checks, and it issues credits if invalid traffic is found after an ad has been shown. Google describes the upgrade as part of a long-running push to keep its ad network clean and to protect advertisers, publishers, and users. For advertisers, it should mean fewer misleading clicks and impressions, cleaner reports, and a better view of how campaigns are really performing. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: Sam Altman on How AI Could Reshape Work, Society, and Daily Life
OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman sees artificial intelligence changing the economy and the way people live. Speaking in interviews and an extended conversation with a YouTuber Cleo Abram , he described where the technology might have the greatest impact and what challenges could arise. He said younger workers are more likely to adapt quickly to new tools. Older employees may resist retraining, which could create a gap in the workforce. Altman expects some job types to disappear, while new opportunities will emerge for individuals able to work independently with advanced systems. He sees this as a period when small teams, even single people, could create products that once took hundreds to build. Some of the discussion focused on how people relate to AI. Altman said earlier versions of ChatGPT had a more agreeable tone, which many users found supportive. OpenAI changed that approach to make responses more balanced. A number of users asked for the old style to return, saying it had helped them feel encouraged. Altman said this showed the difficulty of meeting varied personal needs while keeping systems safe. He also outlined the scale of resources needed to develop more capable AI. Data centres require large amounts of power, specialised chips, and high-speed networks. Energy supply is now one of the main limits. He expects future systems to learn by generating new information and running experiments, not just from existing data. Altman believes AI could play a role in major scientific discoveries. He described a future in which a system could direct research, analyse results, and guide next steps. He defined superintelligence as a model able to outperform the best human experts in many fields, including leadership and decision-making. He compared the potential social effects to those of the industrial revolution. New technology, he said, could bring both economic growth and disruption. If access to advanced AI remains limited, competition for resources could rise. Making the technology widely available at low cost would reduce that risk. Health care is one of the areas he sees as most likely to benefit. AI could improve diagnosis and treatment, and help develop new therapies. Altman expects progress in this area to be visible within the next decade. He warned that small changes to AI behaviour can affect billions of interactions, so changes should be tested carefully. His advice to the public is to use AI tools and learn their strengths and limits. He expects them to become more integrated into everyday life, assisting with both personal and work tasks. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: Threads Hits 400 Million Monthly Users, Closing Gap with X
For years, Bitcoin has been hailed as the king of cryptocurrencies. It has been a symbol of “digital gold”, a store of value, and the first step into the blockchain era. The Rise of Ethereum As “Digital Gold” However, the crypto landscape evolves rapidly, and we often see upheavals and challengers. Though no where near […] The post Why Ethereum Might Be the “Digital Gold” Which Outshines Bitcoin appeared first on TechJuice .
Fortnite’s Chapter 6 Season 4 gets all the hype it can get. However, everyone got left scratching their heads when a surprise game fix dropped by Epic Games. Just like that, some weapons and medallions got major rework and upgrades. What Weapons & Medallions Got Nerfed The hit list includes popular mobility medallions and overpowered […] The post Fortnite Quietly Tones Down Season 4 Weapons and Medallions appeared first on TechJuice .
Tech giants are accelerating efforts to move beyond passwords, pushing safer but more complex systems like biometric logins and access keys, even as users hesitate to let go of the familiar. "The password era is ending," two Microsoft executives wrote in a July blog post, signaling a shift long in the making. Since May, the company has offered password-free login by default for new users. They're not alone. Google, Apple, Amazon, and others, through the Fast Identity Online Alliance (FIDO), are pushing login methods that rely on smartphones, fingerprints, or facial recognition rather than typed passwords. Why passwords are failing Experts say passwords are outdated and risky. "Passwords are often weak and people re-use them," said Benoit Grunemwald of cybersecurity firm Eset. Short or common passwords can be cracked in seconds. Worse, they’re often stolen in mass data breaches and traded online. One massive breach revealed in June involved 16 billion login credentials, discovered by researchers at Cybernews. “Passwords are often the prized booty in data leaks,” Grunemwald warned. The promise of passkeys Enter passkeys, login credentials stored on devices and unlocked by a PIN or biometric scan. “With passkeys, you cannot accidentally give your passkey to a phishing site,” said Australian cybersecurity researcher Troy Hunt. Unlike passwords, which can be faked or stolen, passkeys are tied to a physical device. This makes them more secure by design. But change isn’t easy Still, the shift is far from seamless. “Ten years ago, we had the same question,” Hunt said. “The reality is we have more passwords now than we ever did.” While tech platforms are rolling out secure logins, many smaller sites still rely on basic usernames and passwords. Even for advanced users, the setup for passkeys and recovery if a phone is lost or a PIN forgotten remains a hurdle. "The thing that passwords have going for them is that everybody knows how to use them," Hunt added. Security still depends on users Ultimately, the biggest challenge isn’t the technology, it’s the human factor. "People will have to take good care of security on their smartphones and devices," said Grunemwald. "They’ll be the things most targeted" in the future. So while the password may be fading, it’s not gone yet, and may stick around longer than tech giants hope.
A new academic survey has examined the emergence of AI systems that can directly operate computers, smartphones, and web browsers, warning that the same capabilities driving productivity could also expose users and businesses to new security risks. The 36-page review , produced by Zhejiang University in collaboration with the OPPO AI Center and other institutions, outlines the design, training, and evaluation of so-called “OS agents”, large-language-model-driven assistants capable of controlling devices by interacting with their graphical interfaces. Unlike traditional voice assistants, these agents can observe the screen, interpret interface elements, plan a sequence of actions, and execute them without human input. Researchers describe a surge of activity since 2023, with more than 60 foundation models and over 50 agent frameworks now targeting computer control. Major technology firms have begun moving these concepts into commercial products, such as OpenAI’s Operator, Anthropic’s Computer Use, Apple’s enhancements to Apple Intelligence, and Google’s Project Mariner. How OS Agents Work An OS agent typically captures the current state of a device through screenshots or structured interface descriptions, uses multimodal AI models to interpret what it sees, and translates its plans into clicks, swipes, keystrokes, or navigation commands. The most capable systems can handle multi-step processes across several applications, for example, making a booking, logging it in a calendar, and creating a reminder. The survey details how these agents are built, often combining pre-trained vision-language models with custom components that handle high-resolution interface images and HTML structures. Training pipelines use public datasets, synthetic interaction records, and simulated environments to improve grounding, the mapping between instructions and on-screen actions, as well as planning skills. Developers adopt a range of strategies to boost performance, including supervised fine-tuning with curated task sequences and reinforcement learning to improve reliability and error recovery. Frameworks usually include modules for perception, planning, memory, and action execution, with some designs incorporating personalization so the agent can adapt to a user’s habits over time. Performance and Limitations Benchmark tests show that current systems perform well on simple, clearly defined actions but remain inconsistent when faced with complex, context-dependent tasks. Success rates vary widely depending on the platform and the type of task, with agents often struggling to adapt to unexpected changes in the interface. As a result, early deployments tend to focus on repetitive, high-volume activities where rules are predictable. Security and Privacy Risks While the potential for automation is considerable, the report stresses that these systems introduce an attack surface most organizations have yet to secure. Documented threats include prompt-injection techniques hidden in web pages, as well as environmental manipulation that can trick an agent into disclosing sensitive data or executing unauthorized actions. Because OS agents operate with the access level of their host user, a compromised agent could move through corporate email, databases, and financial records without triggering the same warning signs that might alert a human. Existing AI security guidelines offer only partial coverage, and defenses tailored specifically to OS agents are still limited. Personalization Challenges The authors note that future OS agents will likely evolve from stateless tools into persistent digital assistants that learn from each interaction. This shift could improve efficiency but raises questions about how to store and process personal preferences without creating an exhaustive surveillance record of a user’s digital life. Looking Ahead The research concludes that OS agents remain in an early stage, yet progress is accelerating. Advancements in multimodal models, memory systems, and interface understanding are likely to close current performance gaps, but without equal attention to safety, privacy, and evaluation standards, deployment risks will grow alongside capabilities. The team maintains an open-source repository to track new models, frameworks, and benchmarks, reflecting a field that is expanding at a pace unusual even for the technology sector. For now, the technology is moving toward the point where it can interact with digital environments much as a human user would, and that, the authors suggest, means the window for building adequate safeguards is already narrowing. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Read next: Debate Erupts Over Wikimedia’s Role in Shaping Neutrality Research on Wikipedia
If you have been living under a rock, you might have blinked and missed LinkedIn trying new feeds. Yes, that’s right: LinkedIn has quietly ended its experiment with customizable news feed tabs. The trial allowed a select group of users to toggle between three distinct feed types: For You, Following, and News. Prior to the […] The post LinkedIn Decides to Pull the Plug on Alternative Feed Options: Here’s Why appeared first on TechJuice .
Apple has released iOS 26 Beta 6, introducing new ringtones, Camera app changes, interface refinements, and faster performance. The update arrives as the software nears its expected public release in September. Alongside iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, and macOS betas, this release focuses on smaller but impactful upgrades, according to TechCrunch. The update features six new ringtones […] The post Apple Rolls Out iOS 26 Beta 6 and Its Latest Features appeared first on TechJuice .
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday suggested he might allow Nvidia to sell a scaled-down version of its next-generation advanced GPU chip in China, despite deep-seated fears in Washington that China could harness U.S. artificial intelligence capabilities to supercharge its military. The move could open the door to China securing more advanced computing power from the U.S. even as the two countries battled for technology supremacy, critics said. "Jensen (Huang, Nvidia CEO) also has the new chip, the Blackwell. A somewhat enhanced-in-a-negative-way Blackwell. In other words, take 30% to 50% off of it," Trump told reporters in an apparent reference to slashing the chip's computing power. "I think he's coming to see me again about that, but that will be an unenhanced version of the big one," he added. Earlier, the Trump administration confirmed an unprecedented deal with Nvidia and AMD to give the U.S. government 15% of revenue from sales of some advanced chips in China. The move sent shivers across Washington, where China hawks of both parties have long sought to keep Beijing generations behind U.S. AI technology. “Even with scaled-down versions of flagship Nvidia (chips), China could spend and buy enough of them to build world-leading, frontier-scale AI supercomputers," said Saif Khan, former director of Technology and National Security at the White House National Security Council under former President Joe Biden, who heavily restricted U.S. AI chip exports abroad. "This could directly lead to China leapfrogging America in AI capabilities.” The most advanced chip Nvidia is currently allowed to sell to China is the H20, which is based off Nvidia's older Hopper architecture platform. The U.S. AI chip company announced its latest Blackwell platform in early 2024. Reuters in May reported that Nvidia was preparing a new chip for China that was a variant of its most recent state-of-the-art AI Blackwell chips at a significantly lower cost. Nvidia has not disclosed the existence of the chip , or its capabilities compared with its U.S. offerings. But the flagship U.S. version of the Blackwell chip, which Nvidia unveiled in March, is up to 30 times faster than its predecessor. China's foreign ministry did not immediately respond to a request for a comment on Tuesday about Trump allowing sales of a version of the next generation AI chips. 'Obsolete' Trump on Monday defended the agreement calling for Nvidia and AMD to give the U.S. government 15% of revenue from China sales, after his administration green-lighted exports to China of less advanced AI chips known as the H20 last month. Nvidia developed the H20 to be compliant with restrictions set by the previous Biden administration and started selling the chip to China in 2024. In April, the Trump administration stopped Nvidia from selling chips to China. But the company said last month it had won clearance to resume shipments and hoped to start deliveries soon. "The H20 is obsolete," Trump said on Monday, arguing China already had it. "So I said, 'Listen, I want 20% if I'm going to approve this for you, for the country.'" The deal is extremely rare for the United States and marks Trump's latest intervention in corporate decision-making, after pressuring executives to invest in American manufacturing and demanding the resignation of Intel's new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, over his ties to Chinese companies. The U.S. Commerce Department has started issuing licenses for the sale of H20 chips to China, a U.S. official said on Friday. Washington does not feel the sale of H20 and equivalent chips compromises national security, a second U.S. official told Reuters on Sunday. The second official did not know when or how the agreement with the chip companies would be implemented but said the administration would be in compliance with the law. When asked if Nvidia had agreed to pay 15% of revenue to the U.S., a company spokesperson said: "We follow rules the U.S. government sets for our participation in worldwide markets." "While we haven't shipped H20 to China for months, we hope export control rules will let America compete in China and worldwide," the spokesperson added. A spokesperson for AMD said the U.S. approved its applications to export some AI processors to China, but did not directly address the revenue-sharing agreement and said the company's business adheres to all U.S. export controls. China's foreign ministry said on Monday the country has repeatedly stated its position on U.S. chip exports. The ministry has previously accused Washington of using technology and trade measures to "maliciously contain and suppress China."
Mafia: The Old Country has officially dropped, and it is delivering some cinematic mob drama straight from early 1900s Sicily. If those gaming skills have gotten a bit rusty, this is the time to trade grand theft dreams for slippery cobblestone streets and dusty crypts. Mafia: The Old Country Is A Return to Roots, with […] The post Mafia: The Old Country Brings Sicilian Grit Back to the Mafia Series appeared first on TechJuice .
A dangerous security flaw in WinRAR is wreaking havoc in the wild. Experts say Windows users should be on high alert and do preventive actions ASAP. Cybersecurity experts are urging immediate updates as attackers have found a way to sneak malware straight into your Windows startup folders, letting their malicious code run automatically every time […] The post WinRAR Hit by Zero-Day Exploit That Plants Malware at Windows Startup appeared first on TechJuice .
A lifelike “robot antelope” is patrolling Tibet’s Hoh Xil plateau, marking China’s latest step in high-tech wildlife monitoring. The 5G- and AI-powered device mimics the endangered Tibetan antelope with doe-like eyes and thick brown fur. It uses advanced sensors to track migration, feeding, and mating habits in real time. The project, developed by Xinhua, the […] The post China Introduces AI-Driven 5G Robot Antelope for Smart Wildlife Tracking appeared first on TechJuice .
In what seems like straight out of Harry Potter, WhatsApp is preparing to roll out motion photos for Android. Spotted in beta version 2.25.22.29, the new Motion Photos option captures the few seconds before and after a picture with sound (very much like iPhone’s Live photos), bringing static images to life. What Are WhatsApp Motion […] The post WhatsApp to Introduce Motion Photos for More Lifelike Sharing appeared first on TechJuice .
Vivo has officially launched the V60, its latest mid-range smartphone focused on delivering premium photography and performance. The device succeeds the Vivo V50, which debuted in February, and introduces several major upgrades. According to the source, the key highlights include a ZEISS-backed triple rear camera system, a massive 6,500 mAh battery, and an ultra-slim premium […] The post Vivo V60 Unveiled Featuring ZEISS Triple Cameras and Massive Battery appeared first on TechJuice .
Last month, the American non-profit organisation behind Wikipedia issued draft guidelines for researchers studying how neutral Wikipedia really is. But instead of supporting open inquiry, the guidelines reveal just how unaware the Wikimedia Foundation is of its own influence. These new rules tell researchers – some based in universities, some at non-profit organisations or elsewhere – not just how to study Wikipedia’s neutrality, but what they should study and how to interpret their results. That’s a worrying move. As someone who has researched Wikipedia for more than 15 years – and served on the Wikimedia Foundation’s own Advisory Board before that – I’m concerned these guidelines could discourage truly independent research into one of the world’s most powerful repositories of knowledge. Telling researchers what to do The new guidelines come at a time when Wikipedia is under pressure. Tech billionaire Elon Musk, who was until recently also a senior adviser to US President Donald Trump, has repeatedly accused Wikipedia of being biased against American conservatives. On X (formerly Twitter), he told users to “stop donating to Wokepedia”. Stop donating to Wokepedia until they restore balance to their editing authority https://t.co/sHjnFTtN5y — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) December 24, 2024 In another case, a conservative think tank in the United States was caught planning to “target” Wikipedia volunteers it claimed were pushing antisemitic content. Until now, the Wikimedia Foundation has mostly avoided interfering in how people research or write about the platform. It has limited its guidance to issues such as privacy and ethics, and has stayed out of the editorial decisions made by Wikipedia’s global community of volunteers. But that’s changing. In March this year, the foundation established a working group to standardise Wikipedia’s famous “neutral point of view” policies across all 342 versions in different languages. And now the foundation has chosen to involve itself directly in research. Its “guidance” directly instructs researchers on both how to carry out neutrality research and how to interpret it. It also defines what it believes are open and closed research questions for people studying Wikipedia. In universities, researchers are already guided by rules set by their institutions and fields. So why do the new guidelines matter? Because the Wikimedia Foundation has lots of control over research on Wikipedia. It decides who it will work with , who gets funding , whose work to promote , and who gets access to internal data . That means it can quietly influence which research gets done – and which doesn’t. Now the foundation is setting the terms for how neutrality should be studied. What’s not neutral about the new guidelines The guidelines fall short in at least three ways. 1. They assume Wikipedia’s definition of neutrality is the only valid one. The rules of English Wikipedia say neutrality can be achieved when an article fairly and proportionally represents all significant viewpoints published by reliable sources. But researchers such as Nathaniel Tkacz have shown this idea isn’t perfect or universal. There are always different ways to represent a topic. What constitutes a “reliable source”, for example, is often up for debate. So too is what constitutes consensus in those sources. 2. They treat ongoing debates about neutrality as settled. The guidelines say some factors – such as which language Wikipedia is written in, or the type of article – are the main things shaping neutrality. They even claim Wikipedia gets more neutral over time . But this view of steady improvement doesn’t hold up. Articles can become less neutral, especially when they become the focus of political fights or coordinated attacks. For example, the Gamergate controversy and nationalist editing have both created serious problems with neutrality. The guidelines also leave out important factors such as politics, culture, and state influence. 3. They restrict where researchers should direct their research. The guidelines say researchers must share results with the Wikipedia community and “communicate in ways that strengthen Wikipedia”. Any criticism should come with suggestions for improvement. That’s a narrow view of what research should be. In our wikihistories project, for example, we focus on educating the public about bias in the Australian context. We support editors who want to improve the site, but we believe researchers should be free to share their findings with the public, even if they are uncomfortable. Neutrality is in the spotlight Most of Wikipedia’s critics aren’t pushing for better neutrality. They just don’t like what Wikipedia says. The reason Wikipedia has become a target is because it is so powerful. Its content shapes search engines, AI chatbot answers, and educational materials. The Wikimedia Foundation may see independent and critical research as a threat. But in fact, this research is an important part of keeping Wikipedia honest and effective. Critical research can show where Wikipedians strive to be neutral but don’t quite succeed. It doesn’t require de-funding Wikipedia or hunting down its editors. It doesn’t mean there aren’t better and worse ways of representing reality. Nor does it mean we should discard objectivity or neutrality as ideals. Instead, it means understanding that neutrality isn’t automatic or perfect. Neutrality is something to be worked towards. That work should involve more transparency and self-awareness, not less – and it must leave space for independent voices. This post was originally published on TheConversation . Image: DIW-Aigen Read next: Google Addresses Impact of AI-Generated Content on Search Rankings
A recent discussion with Google’s Gary Illyes has shed light on how the company views AI-generated elements in web content. Speaking in a recorded Q&A, Illyes responded to a query about whether pages containing AI-created images alongside standard text face any search ranking penalties. The question focused on situations where the written material is accurate and relevant, yet the accompanying visuals are all produced by artificial intelligence. Illyes explained that this setup does not lead to direct ranking changes. He mentioned that image hosting uses server resources, which site operators should factor in, but said there is no negative ranking effect tied to the origin of the images. Illyes also pointed out that image-based content can sometimes appear in Google’s image or video search results, which could influence site traffic patterns. He did not comment on how authenticity affects user trust, though the issue remains significant in fields where accuracy of imagery is expected. For example, product photos and recipe images often shape user expectations about what they will receive or create. Google’s public advice on content creation continues to focus on meeting user needs. While technical signals drive ranking decisions, user perception of accuracy and relevance can influence how a page performs over time. Notes: This post was edited/created using GenAI tools. Image: DIW-Aigen. Read next: OpenAI Adjusts GPT-5 Rollout After Rocky Debut and Rising User Concerns
Haval, a prominent player in the SUV segment, is facing a potential slowdown as sales dipped by 20% from June to July 2025. While the company’s year-over-year performance remains strong with a 31% increase, this month-over-month decline signals growing pressure from new entrants who are reshaping the competitive landscape. This shift highlights a challenging new […] The post Haval Sales Slide as New Entrants Heat Up Competition appeared first on TechJuice .
