Pakistan lags in AI readiness, but surges in slop content DW 07/21/2025
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Pakistan ranks 8th out of 17 countries in South and Central Asia for implementing AI in public services, according to Oxford Insights. The national AI policy, drafted in 2021, lacks comprehensive applications. Data Darbar criticized the policy and emphasized the requirement for a better national strategy and enhanced investment in AI-focused education. There is an increase in low-quality AI-generated content, referred to as AI slop. Faster technology adoption than regulation raises concerns about misinformation and social polarization.
Data Darbar criticized Pakistan's AI policy for lacking comprehensive applications across sectors and emphasized the need for a better national strategy and more investment in AI education.
Nighat Dad highlighted the fast pace of technology adoption and its effects, stating that the ease of creating misinformation with AI can escalate polarization and violence.
Uderani urged for more vocational programs to upskill the workforce in Pakistan, indicating the necessity for enhanced education in AI.
Pakistan ranks 8th out of 17 countries in South and Central Asia regarding AI implementation in public services, following India and Bangladesh.
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