Microsoft announced it will invest more than C$7.5 billion ($5.42 billion) in Canada over the next two years. The investment aims to boost cloud services and artificial intelligence infrastructure. New capacity is expected to come online in the second half of 2026. This is part of Microsoft’s broader plan to invest C$19 billion in Canada […]
Artificial Intelligence
Apple AI chief Giannandrea to step down, Subramanya to lead
CUPERTINO: Apple announced on Monday that John Giannandrea, senior vice president of Machine Learning and AI Strategy, will step down early next year. Giannandrea, who joined Apple in 2018, will continue as an adviser during his remaining time, helping ensure a smooth transition. Read More: Apple CEO Tim Cook open to acquisitions to boost AI Apple CEO […]
AI’s promise and perils take centre stage at Karachi’s Adab Festival
KARACHI: As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms daily life, speakers at Karachi’s Adab Festival on Sunday examined how the technology has evolved, the opportunities it offers, and the ethical risks it poses for the future. The session, titled Designing Tomorrow with Artificial Intelligence, was held at Habitt City and featured Dr Salman Khatani and Sadaf Bhatti, […]
Pope warns youth not to use AI for homework
VATICAN CITY: Pope Leo advised about 15,000 U.S. youths on Friday that while artificial intelligence (AI) can be a helpful learning tool, it should not be used to complete homework assignments. Speaking during a live video session from the Vatican to a national Catholic youth conference in Indianapolis, the pontiff emphasized responsible use of AI […]
Dar warns of regional threats, urges Kashmir peace
Brussels: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said some forces want to destabilize South Asia. He emphasized that Kashmir must be resolved peacefully according to the aspirations of the Kashmiri people. Dar highlighted that sustainable regional peace is impossible without addressing the Kashmir conflict. Dar made the remarks while addressing the European […]
UAE pledges $50bn investment in Canada’s AI and energy
The United Arab Emirates announced plans to invest up to $50 billion in Canada, targeting artificial intelligence, energy, and mining projects. The agreement was signed during Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to Abu Dhabi. The UAE said the deal aims to strengthen economic and technological collaboration between the two countries. The investment framework involves […]
AI chatbots fail to tell belief from fact
Artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT are struggling to differentiate between belief and fact, according to a new study by researchers at Stanford University, raising concerns over their reliability in high-stakes fields like law, medicine, and journalism. The study found that all major AI chatbots — including ChatGPT, Claude, DeepSeek, and Gemini — failed to […]
Role of Artificial Intelligence in Pakistan’s Legal Practice
AI has created quite some havoc in various industries, and Pakistan’s legal industry is no different. Like other places, in Pakistan as well, the use of AI in legal practice has provided strong solutions for improving efficiency, accuracy, and accessibility. However, the use of AI in providing legal services has led to emerging issues that […]
South Korean scientists create artificial muscle 4,000 times stronger than its weight
In a stunning scientific breakthrough, researchers in South Korea have created an artificial muscle that can lift around 4,000 times its own weight, marking a revolutionary step toward the development of more lifelike humanoid robots and wearable technologies. The research team at the Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), led by Professor Hoon […]
UAE, Singapore lead global AI adoption
DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates (UAE), Singapore, and Norway have emerged as global leaders in artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, while Pakistan remains among the lowest-ranking nations, according to Microsoft’s AI Economy Institute’s AI Diffusion Report 2025. The comprehensive study, which examined AI integration across 170 countries, assessed how deeply AI has entered workplaces, education, and […]