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Express Tribune
6 days ago
- Science
- Express Tribune
GenAI in education: between promise and precaution
The writer is a Professor of Physics at the University of Karachi Listen to article Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is rapidly reshaping the landscape of education and research, demanding a thoughtful and urgent response from educators and policymakers. As a faculty member and a member of the Advanced Studies and Research Board at a public sector university, I have witnessed both the excitement and the uncertainty that AI tools like ChatGPT have generated within academic circles. While the potential of GenAI to enhance learning and scholarly productivity is undeniable, its unregulated and unchecked use poses significant risks to the core principles of academic integrity, critical thinking and equitable access to knowledge. As Pakistan embraces digital transformation and positions itself within the global digital economy, AI literacy has emerged as a foundational competency. In an earlier op-ed published in these columns on October 5, 2024 entitled 'AI Education Revolution', I emphasised that AI literacy is not just a technical skill, but a multidisciplinary competence involving ethical awareness, critical thinking and responsible engagement. That argument is now even more relevant. With tools like ChatGPT and DALL•E becoming commonplace, students must be equipped to not only use them effectively but to understand their societal and epistemological implications. GenAI offers immense opportunities. It enables personalised learning, streamlines research, provides real-time feedback and enhances access to complex knowledge. For students in under-resourced areas, it can bridge educational gaps. For researchers, it reduces the cognitive burden of information overload. But with these capabilities comes the risk of over-reliance. The seamless generation of essays, analyses and even ideas without meaningful engagement undermines the very purpose of education — cultivating independent thought and inquiry. One of the most pressing issues is the shift in how students perceive learning. Many now use AI tools as shortcuts, often without malintent, bypassing critical processes of reasoning and originality. This trend not only threatens academic rigour but fosters a culture of passive dependence — something that was forewarned in the context of AI misuse and unintentional plagiarism in academic settings. As discussed in the earlier op-ed, the absence of AI literacy can blur the lines between learning and copying, between thinking and prompting. To address these risks, UNESCO's recent guidance on AI in education offers a valuable framework. Governments must legislate clear, enforceable policies around age-appropriate use, data protection and algorithmic transparency. Educational institutions must rigorously assess the pedagogical validity and ethical dimensions of AI tools before integrating them. But perhaps the most crucial intervention lies in embedding AI literacy directly into curricula across disciplines but as a horizontal skill akin to critical thinking or digital citizenship. Hands-on engagement with GenAI is essential. Students must not only generate content but also critically evaluate it for bias, coherence and accuracy. To support this, assessments should evolve — emphasising oral presentations, collaborative projects and reflective analysis to promote authentic learning. Educators, too, must adapt through targeted training that enables them to guide students responsibly. Institutions should support this shift with updated pedagogical strategies and professional development programmes that integrate AI while preserving academic integrity. Given AI's borderless nature, international cooperation is vital. UNESCO must continue leading efforts to establish shared ethical frameworks and best practices. Pakistan should actively engage in this global dialogue while strengthening local capacity through curriculum reform, infrastructure investment and academic-policy collaboration to ensure GenAI serves as a responsible and equitable tool for learning. GenAI is not a passing phase, it is a structural shift. Whether it becomes a tool for democratising knowledge or a force that erodes educational values depends on how we act today. The future of education will not be determined by machines alone, but by the wisdom with which we choose to engage with them.
Entrepreneur
14-05-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Are Indian Employees Becoming Overly Dependent on AI?
"Overdependence on AI becomes a shortcut for thinking, and that's not how companies can be built," Sanjay Varnwal, CEO and Co-founder, Spyne Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. When we talk about Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), the usual image that comes to mind is of a smart assistant that boosts productivity and simplifies work. So, it's no surprise that employees are increasingly using AI tools at the workplace. What's surprising, however, is that a majority feel they can't work without them. According to KPMG's Trust, Attitudes and Use of Artificial Intelligence: A Global Study 2025, 67 per cent of Indian respondents said they couldn't complete their work without AI, and 71 per cent admitted to using AI tools rather than learning how to do tasks themselves. This rising dependence is prompting an important question—is India relying on AI at the cost of critical thinking and accountability? AI is not the ultimate truth Sanjay Varnwal, CEO and Co-founder, Spyne, acknowledges AI's contribution to productivity but draws a clear line between assistance and overreliance. "We encourage our teams to embrace AI, it helps them move faster, automate the repetitive, and scale what was previously unscalable. AI is like a research assistant laying the foundation for real work, be it writing code or building a strategy. But human judgement is non-negotiable. We teach our teams where to draw the line." That balance, Varnwal adds, is what ensures AI remains a tool, not a crutch. The report also notes that 73 per cent of employees admitted to making mistakes due to AI, and 72 per cent acknowledged misusing it in ways that violated policy. For Varnwal, this points to a deeper issue, not with the technology itself, but how it's being used. "The real risk with AI in the workplace isn't the technology, it's complacency," he says. "We hold employees accountable for results. We don't just offer tools; we expect them to use them ethically and strategically." He believes it is this culture of "extreme ownership" that has helped Spyne scale 5x in 15 months, despite being an AI-first company. The future isn't AI vs humans—it's humans with better tools Deepak Ravindran, Founder & CEO, KiranaPro, echoes the importance of balance. While AI is central to their retail operations including voice-based ordering and personalised recommendations but human intelligence still leads the way. "We see AI as a means to amplify human potential, not replace it," says Ravindran. "Every team member is trained to understand and use AI thoughtfully. AI assists, but people lead." To address misuse and errors,"Our internal AI is auditable and explainable. Mistakes are treated as learning opportunities, but misuse is dealt with firmly. Accountability in AI is about conscious design, not just compliance," he adds. The speed of AI adoption in India has outpaced regulation. According to the same study, only 41 per cent of employees are aware of existing AI policies. Ravindran cautions that while India's AI momentum is commendable, the lack of policy awareness could backfire. "We need a middle path where innovation isn't stifled, but is guided by ethical frameworks and inclusive policies," he says. Vara Kumar Namburu, Co-founder & Head of R&D and Solutions, Whatfix feels, "As AI emerges as a key driver of innovation in India, its true strength lies in its ability to simplify complexity and power smarter, more efficient workflows. This is where the human element becomes crucial. Without clarity or confidence, we struggle to adopt new technologies effectively." On the other hand, Varnwal sees the speed as a strength if handled responsibly. "Indian enterprises are absolutely moving faster than regulation and frankly, that's a good thing. But speed without a seatbelt is risky," he warns. "AI done right can be India's global advantage. AI done wrong will be our Achilles' heel." He concludes with a reminder that while AI can build efficiency, it cannot replace original thinking. "Overdependence on AI becomes a shortcut for thinking, and that's not how companies can be built. AI models are getting trained on what's already out there in the world, and we need human intelligence to create something original, ground-breaking, and valuable."
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TCS expands partnership with SAP to drive cloud adoption
India's Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has expanded partnership with SAP to facilitate business transformation for SAP customers through the adoption of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI). This move aims to enhance scalability, agility, and innovation across enterprises. To expedite the adoption of enterprise-wide cloud technologies, TCS and SAP will jointly work to support customers through the 'RISE with SAP' initiative. This programme is designed to simplify the transition from traditional on-premises infrastructure to modern cloud environments. TCS's plan includes working closely with SAP to create a centralised ecosystem for global customers to improve service management and end-user experiences. TCS Technology, Software and Services, president V Rajannasaid: 'Over the past two decades, TCS and SAP have consistently delivered industry-leading solutions, empowering global enterprises on their digital transformation journeys. 'As we embark on the next phase, we remain committed to creating sustainable value and fostering growth for our customers. Together, we will continue to transform end-user experiences and drive innovation across the enterprise landscape.' To foster innovation, TCS is planning to set up an Innovation Council, which will utilise the Agile Innovation Cloud (AIC) framework. The council will focus on driving innovation in key areas such as AI democratisation, advancing GenAI, and enhancing automation ecosystems, with the goal of enabling large-scale innovation for SAP customers. SAP Customer Services & Delivery executive board member Thomas Saueressig said: 'Our collaboration with TCS continues to drive meaningful impact for customers by bringing together leading cloud solutions and proven delivery expertise. 'Together, we are helping organisations simplify their transformation journeys, accelerate cloud adoption, and harness the power of AI and data.' In addition, the company will leverage its TCS Pace Port innovation network, which spans 12 major cities globally, to foster collaboration and develop solutions with SAP customers. The TCS Pace network is designed to promote systematic, scalable, and sustainable innovation within enterprises. TCS Enterprise Solutions global head Vikram Karakoti said: 'TCS looks forward to building on its 20-year partnership with SAP to launch an accelerated path to RISE with SAP adoption and E2E automation with GenAI. 'TCS enjoys a 360° relationship with SAP, and, together, we provide our clients with seamless and flexible digital cloud adoption, reinforcing operational resilience and efficiency. The new endeavour combines our agile, scalable methodologies with cutting-edge GenAI innovations to help global enterprises adapt, grow, and unlock new opportunities through technology.' In February 2025, TCS teamed up with Salesforce to enhance AI solutions for the manufacturing and semiconductor industries. "TCS expands partnership with SAP to drive cloud adoption" was originally created and published by Verdict, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Upturn
30-04-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
TCS expands partnership with SAP to drive business transformation using Generative AI
By Aman Shukla Published on April 30, 2025, 11:10 IST Tata Consultancy Services (c) has expanded its strategic partnership with SAP, a global provider of enterprise application software. The collaboration focuses on helping organizations accelerate their business transformation through the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), cloud adoption, and automation. The enhanced partnership builds on a two-decade relationship between TCS and SAP. As part of the 'RISE with SAP' initiative, the companies aim to simplify the transition for enterprises moving from on-premises systems to cloud environments. This initiative is designed to support scalability, agility, and modernization of IT infrastructure for SAP customers. TCS plans to support this initiative by establishing an Innovation Council guided by its Agile Innovation Cloud (AIC) framework. This council will focus on areas including AI democratization, GenAI integration, and automation, with the goal of accelerating innovation for customers using SAP technologies. In addition, TCS will utilize its global TCS Pace Port™ innovation network, located in 12 major cities worldwide, to collaborate with clients and co-develop enterprise solutions. The TCS Pace™ network is intended to help enterprises adopt scalable and sustainable innovations within their operations. For over 20 years, TCS has worked with SAP to support clients across various industries in leveraging enterprise cloud solutions, business AI capabilities, and data analytics tools. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Academy Sci-Tech Awards Honor 14 Achievements — Including Disney and Wētā FX Machine Learning Denoisers
The Academy Scientific and Technical Awards (April 29 at the Academy Museum, hosted by 'Andor's' Diego Luna) will honor 37 recipients in the creation of 14 achievements. These advancements encompass fire stunt safety, the synching of moving microphones, camera stabilization, improved skin and muscle simulation for digital characters, and machine learning denoisers for rendering shortcuts. Recently, the Academy's Science and Technology Council approved new rules regarding human creative authorship in the creation of Generative Artificial Intelligence and other digital tools. More from IndieWire Aspiring Horror Cinematographers: Learn How Ari Aster and Ti West Scare the Hell Out of You From Animatronics to Wiki-Diving: How 'The Legend of Ochi' Created Its Title Character 'As part of the Academy's mission to celebrate artistry and innovation in filmmaking, we are honored to recognize the exceptional contributions of this year's Scientific and Technical Awards recipients. Their work has powerfully driven advancements in our industry,' said Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang in a prepared statement. 'Also, we are deeply honored to present the Academy Award of Merit to the individuals who created and supported the development of captioning for films. This is an essential technology that plays a vital role in making the cinematic experience accessible to all.' Winners of the Scientific and Engineering Awards (who will receive plaques) include: Jayson Dumenigo for Action Factory Hydrogels, allowing for safer and longer burns at higher temperatures with quick turnaround times for fire stunt performances. Thijs Vogels, Fabrice Rousselle, David Adler, Gerhard Röthlin, and Mark Meyer for Disney's ML (Machine Learning) Denoiser, which saves rendering time. This was first implemented on Disney's 'Ralph Breaks the Internet,' Pixar's 'Toy Story 4,' and ILM's VFX for 'Avengers: Endgame.' Nir Averbuch, Yair Chuchem, and Dan Raviv for Auto Align Post 2, which creates seamless blending of multiple moving microphones during post-production, eliminating phase distortion. Curt Schaller and Dr. Roman Foltyn for The ARRI Trinity 2 system, combining a traditional inertial camera stabilization system with electronic gimbal technology, allowing unprecedented freedom of camera movement. Steve Wagner, Garrett Brown, Jerry Holway, and Robert Orf for the revolutionary Steadicam Volt stabilization system with its advanced two-axis motorized design, creating artificial inertia and simulated friction. Dave Freeth for the hand-held Stabileye three-axis motorized camera stabilization system, facilitating subtle and dynamic camera moves closer to actors, and in tighter quarters. Winners of the Technical Achievement Awards (who will receive certificates) include: Essex Edwards, James Jacobs, Jernej Barbic, Crawford Doran and Andrew van Straten for Ziva VFX, a system for simulating muscles, fat, fascia, and skin for digital characters. Javor Kalojanov and Kimball Thurston for Wētā FX's ML (Machine Learning) Denoiser, which prioritizes temporal filtering using innovative optical flow techniques to preserve crucial details. This has been used on 'A Minecraft Movie,' 'Avatar: The Way of the Water,' and 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,' among others. Neeme Vaino for Fireskin360 Naked Burn Gel, which allows for longer targeted burns directly on the skin, broadening the range of fire stunts. Dustin Brooks and Colin Decker for the development of naked burn gel, where fire appears directly on the skin, enabling a new form of safe fire stunts. Attila T. Áfra for Intel Open Image Denoise, and to Timo Aila for NVIDIA applying U-Nets to denoising. Open Image Denoise is an open-source library, whose core tech is provided by U-Net architecture, which raises the quality of CG imagery. Mark Noel for the NACMO series of modular motion bases, which dynamically control simulated actions and provide precise movements for enhancing special effects. Su Tie, Bei Shimen, and Zhao Yanchong for the Ronin 2 gimbal system, which achieves three-axis stabilization through multiple sensors to create more complex and dynamic camera moves. Tabb Firchau, John Ellison, Steve Webb, David Bloomfield, and Shane Colton for Mōvi gimbals, providing single-person or collaborative remote camera operation for difficult shots without dolly or crane-supported stabilized heads. Best of IndieWire Guillermo del Toro's Favorite Movies: 56 Films the Director Wants You to See 'Song of the South': 14 Things to Know About Disney's Most Controversial Movie The 55 Best LGBTQ Movies and TV Shows Streaming on Netflix Right Now
