Sardar Muhammad Usman

This editorial critically examines the profound impact of artificial intelligence on the geopolitical landscape, focusing on the intensifying strategic competition between the United States and China. It analyzes how AI-driven advancements in economic, military, and informational domains are reshaping global power dynamics and influencing international relations. The piece underscores the complexities and risks inherent in this rivalry.

This editorial critically examines the multifaceted implications of AI-driven deception for Pakistan. It analyzes threats to democratic processes, national security, economic stability, and social cohesion, advocating for a proactive, rational approach. The piece underscores the need for technological safeguards, enhanced digital literacy, robust legal frameworks, and ethical AI development to mitigate these emerging risks.

This editorial by Sardar Muhammad Usman Buttar explores Artificial Intelligence's dual role for the Global South, weighing its potential as a catalyst for unprecedented socio-economic opportunity against the risks of fostering new technological and economic dependencies. It calls for strategic cultivation of indigenous AI capabilities and equitable global governance.

This editorial by Sardar Muhammad Usman Buttar explores the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in diagnosing previously intractable diseases like cancer, hepatitis, and baldness. It highlights AI's capacity for early detection, personalized medicine, and groundbreaking research, exemplified by AlphaFold, while considering ethical implications for future healthcare policy.

This editorial by Sardar Muhammad Usman Buttar critically examines the dual impact of Artificial Intelligence on Pakistan. It explores concerns of cognitive decline ('brain rot') from AI over-reliance while highlighting AI's immense potential to drive economic modernization, enhance governance, and foster breakthroughs in key sectors, urging strategic national action for future leaders.

This editorial by Sardar Muhammad Usman Buttar critically examines the heightened India-Pakistan tensions following the Pahalgam attack. It explores India's allegations, Pakistan's denials and diplomatic strategy advocating for independent investigations, the international community's role, and the broader geopolitical impacts, including on defense markets. The piece calls for a shift towards verifiable truth and constructive dialogue.

This editorial by Sardar Muhammad Usman Buttar critically examines the dual impact of Artificial Intelligence on Pakistan. It explores the transformative opportunities in economic growth, social services, and education, alongside significant challenges such as workforce displacement, ethical concerns, and governance risks. The piece underscores the necessity for a strategic national approach to harness AI for equitable development.

This editorial examines the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence for enhancing human capital development in Pakistan. It delves into how AI can contribute to producing capable citizens, skillful youth, an intellectual intelligentsia, and competitive new generations, while also highlighting the crucial policy, ethical considerations, and strategic collaborations needed for its successful and equitable nationwide implementation.

This editorial examines the growing likelihood of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) emerging in the near future, citing breakthroughs, such as advanced GPT reasoning, AlphaFold's significant impact on science, and multimodal AI, including Veo. It analyzes the implications for all competitive aspirants, policymakers, and society, emphasizing the accelerating pace of AI development and the need for proactive governance.

This editorial by Sardar Muhammad Usman Buttar critically examines the future of education in Pakistan amidst the rise of Artificial Intelligence. It explores AI's potential to personalize learning, reform curricula, and empower educators, while also highlighting the challenges of the digital divide and the need for ethical frameworks for an equitable transformation. Strategic planning and investment are crucial for harnessing AI effectively.